The ChurchTrac Blog
Buying Church Software? Avoid This One Fatal Mistake
When shopping for church software, leadership teams always ask the same two questions: What are the features and what does it cost? But there’s a third, hidden question that matters infinitely more to the long-term health of your ministry: Who owns th...
Best Church Management Software Picks (2026)
Jump to a Section: Rock RMS — Open Source Planning Center — Modular ChurchTrac — All-In-One Why We Omitted Other Platforms Our 2026 Evaluation Framework Why You Can't Trust Review Sites Finding the best church management software for your minis...
4 Youth Ministry Podcasts Every Leader Needs to Hear
Youth ministry is one of the most rewarding callings in the local church. It just so happens to also be one of the most demanding callings as well. With long hours, high emotional investments, and a need for ongoing training and encouragement, it can fe...
5 Teen Study Bibles You Can Actually Trust
Whether you are a parent wanting to invest in your teenager's faith or a youth pastor wanting to equip your whole ministry, choosing the right study Bible matters more than most people realize. With all of the youth-focused study Bibles out there, my top ...
Don't Overpay for Online Giving: The Best Platform for Small and Mid-Size Churches
There are hundreds of online giving platforms being marketed towards small and mid-size churches. Unfortunately, most of them are either missing important features, have high fees, or participate in rev-sharing. If your church is processing under 1.5 mi...
All Be Free: A Patriotic Christian Song Focused on Christ
As churches prepare to recognize America’s 250th birthday, many worship leaders are looking for patriotic Christian songs that express gratitude for our freedoms while keeping the focus firmly on Jesus. All Be Free is a new congregational worship song...
Common Scams That Target Churches: How To Protect Yours
Churches are uniquely vulnerable to scams because church culture is built on trust, generosity, and a willingness to help. Scammers know this and exploit it deliberately. Here are the most common scams we see targeting churches, and what to do about the...
PraiseCharts Integration and Worship Enhancements
We've been hard at work making Worship planning in ChurchTrac even more efficient. This update includes a brand-new PraiseCharts integration, improvements to the Song Library, and several workflow enhancements requested by churches like yours. PraiseChart...
Best Study Bible for Beginners
There are so many study Bibles available today that choosing the right one can feel overwhelming—especially for someone who is new to following Jesus. After reviewing dozens of study Bibles, my top recommendation for beginners is the ESV Gospel Transfo...