Groups in Text In Church are the heart of your communication strategy.
1. Create a New Group
Go to the Groups section.
Click Add New.
Give your group a clear name (example: First-Time Guest).
(Optional) Add a description or use cases for clarity.
Click Next Step.
2. Add Steps to Your Group
From here, you can add several powerful tools to your group:
✅ Link a Connect Card
Attach a Smart Connect Card so guests can easily provide their info.
✅ Send a Confirmation Text
Write a warm welcome message, such as:
“Thank you for filling out this Connect Card! 🎉 We’re so glad you joined us today.”
You can also add emojis or any additional info you’d like.
✅ Set Up Staff Notifications
Choose to notify your staff when someone fills out the Connect Card.
Options include:
Email Notification: Sends the full Connect Card details.
Staff Message: Sends just the person’s name, phone number, and email.
✅ Activate a Keyword
Choose a keyword (like NEW).
Assign it to the same phone number you used above.
Write an automated reply, for example:
“Thanks for texting NEW! Please take a moment to fill out this form: [link].”
Be sure to link the Connect Card to your keyword reply so guests can easily respond.
3. Save Your Work
Once you’ve set everything up, don’t forget to click Save! 💾
And that’s it! 🎉 You’ve now created a group and added steps to gather guest info, send automatic follow-ups, and keep your team in the loop. This is one of the simplest ways to make people feel known, noticed, and loved from their very first interaction with your church. 💙
Have a wonderful day! 🌟