Step 1: Find the Integration Settings
To begin, log in to your Text In Church account and navigate to Settings > Integrations. This is the last option on your settings menu. Once there, you'll see a list of all the platforms you can connect with.
Step 2: Understand Access Requirements
Important Note: For nearly every integration, you’ll need admin access to both your Text In Church account and the external platform (like Planning Center or Mailchimp). Be sure you're logged in with those credentials before you begin.
Step 3: Integration Setup Basics
Here’s a breakdown of each integration and what’s required:
✅ Planning Center
Process: Click "Connect" and you’ll be taken to the Planning Center login page.
What You’ll Need: Admin access to Planning Center.
Next Step: After logging in, you’ll return to Text In Church, where you’ll choose whether to sync lists or Groups.
✅ Church Community Builder (CCB)
What You’ll Need: Your church’s API URL, API username, and password.
Pro Tip: These can be found within your CCB account under API settings.
✅ Mailchimp
Process: Similar to Planning Center. Click "Connect" and log in using your Mailchimp credentials.
Next Step: Choose which lists or groups you'd like to import or sync.
✅ Rock RMS
What You’ll Need: API URL and API key.
Where to Find: Usually located in the admin panel of Rock RMS under integrations or developer settings.
✅ Elvanto
What You’ll Need: Your Elvanto account URL and API key.
✅ Breeze
What You’ll Need: Your church’s access token.
Setup Tip: You can generate this within your Breeze account under API settings.
✅ Zapier
What You’ll Need: Just a Zapier account!
Pro Tip: Search for “Text In Church” on Zapier and connect it with hundreds of other apps you’re already using.
✅ MinistrySafe
Process: Copy the webhook provided in Text In Church and paste it into your MinistrySafe dashboard.
Purpose: This allows you to sync safety training status or triggers.
Step 4: Need Help? We’ve Got You.
Every integration includes step-by-step support articles in our Help Center. Just search for the name of the platform you're connecting to and follow the directions.
Why Integrate?
Integrations save you time, reduce double entry, and help your team stay on the same page. Whether you're syncing guest follow-up info or keeping your contact lists organized across platforms, these integrations make it easier to communicate with intention.