The ChurchTrac Blog
Are Church Apps Worth It?
In a world where your congregation already spends hours on their phones every day, having an app that keeps them connected to the church seems like a no-brainer. But are church apps worth it? It depends... The State of Mobile Apps in 2025 There are more...
How to Successfully Promote Your Church App
Having a church app can be an excellent way to give your members easy access to gospel-centered content and provide a convenient way for them to stay connected. However, just having a custom church app isn't enough. To maximize its potential, it's essenti...
Church Connect: The Best Free Church App Builder
You want a church app. But most “free” app builders either come with major limitations or hidden costs. You end up juggling multiple platforms, dealing with confusing setups, or paying more than you bargained for. What if there was a better way? Churc...
Custom Church Apps: Everything You Need To Know
There are off-the-shelf church apps and then there are custom church apps. One works for every congregation; the other is built just for your church (and can run into the tens of thousands). Custom Church Apps VS Container Apps Let's break down the main ...
Build It, They Won't Come: Church App Costs Exposed
Could you imagine tossing lighter fluid on the full offering plate and striking a match? As an industry insider, I can tell you that when it comes to the cost of church apps, 90% of churches are doing this! Why Church Apps? No one really knows which churc...
The Best Church App? You Probably Already Have It
Looking for the best church app for your ministry? The perfect solution might already be in your hands... The Problem With Most Church Apps Getting a separate app designed for your church sounds great in theory. After all, custom church apps are a great w...
The Big Summer Drop: Updates and New Features
It’s heating up... and so are the new features in ChurchTrac! We’re rolling out our biggest updates of the year, and we’re calling it the Big Summer Drop. From a brand-new native church app with push notifications and a new email builder to top thin...
Outdated to Outstanding: How to Create a Modern Church Website
Not having a modern church website means missing out in connections with your community. Thankfully, your church's website can be saved! I'll show you how... What a Modern Church Site Actually Needs You don’t need a flashy homepage or a 47-tab menu. You...
Best Squarespace Templates for Church Websites (Based on Your Church Needs)
With over 180 templates to offer, what's the best Squarespace template for church websites? It ultimately comes down to what your church needs and the style you want. Thankfully for you, I did all the legwork. What to Look for in a Church Website Templ...