Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know to decide if In The Bulletin is right for your church.
Getting Started
How fast can we launch a digital bulletin?
You can launch today! Most churches set up their first bulletin in under 30 minutes and are ready to share it by Sunday. Simply sign up, add your announcements and events, and share the link with your congregation. No technical setup or waiting period required.
We already have a website. Do we still need a digital bulletin?
Yes! Your website and bulletin serve different purposes. Your website is for visitors researching your church, while your bulletin is for your congregation's weekly engagement. A digital bulletin provides a mobile-first, scannable format that's updated weekly with current announcements, events, and ways to connect. Most churches find their bulletin gets 10x more weekly engagement than their website because it's designed for regular attenders, not first-time visitors.
Can we put this on our website?
Absolutely! You have three options: (1) Use our Embed button to embed your bulletin directly into any page on your website, (2) Simply link to your bulletin from your website navigation or homepage, or (3) Set up a custom domain like bulletin.yourchurch.com that matches your church's branding. All three options work great and many churches use a combination.
Pricing & Value
What is the cost?
In The Bulletin is one simple plan: $20/month or $200/year (save 17%). Every feature is included — bulletins, email messaging, SMS through Text In Church, analytics, custom branding, team members, sermon notes, and more. If you need multiple organizations for multi-campus or ministry-specific bulletins, the Multi-Site support add-on is $50/year. Most churches find they save over $2,000 annually compared to printing paper bulletins.
Is there a free option?
We do not offer a free plan. Every account starts with a 30-day money-back guarantee so you can try everything risk-free. If it's not a fit, contact us for a full refund.
Do you offer discounts for small churches or non-profits?
We keep our pricing affordable for all churches, which is why we offer a generous free tier and low monthly pricing. If you're facing financial hardship, please reach out to us - we want every church to have access to effective digital communication tools.
How does the 30-day money-back guarantee work?
We want you to love In The Bulletin, so every new subscription is backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee. If it's not the right fit for your church for any reason, just email us at [email protected] within 30 days of your first payment and we'll refund you in full — no hoops to jump through. The guarantee covers your first monthly or yearly subscription, and includes the Multi-Site add-on when you buy it at the same time. After the first 30 days, renewal charges aren't eligible, but you can cancel anytime from your account settings and you won't be billed again. One note: Lifetime offers are final sale and are not covered by the money-back guarantee.
Congregation Adoption
Will tech-challenged congregation members be able to use this?
Yes! Your congregation doesn't need to download an app, create an account, or learn any new technology. They simply scan a QR code or tap a link, and the bulletin opens right in their phone's browser. If they can use a smartphone to view a website, they can use your digital bulletin. We've designed it to be as simple as possible for all ages and tech comfort levels.
What about people who still prefer paper bulletins?
You can absolutely keep offering paper bulletins alongside your digital version - many churches do both during the transition. However, most churches find that within a few months, the majority of their congregation prefers the digital version because it's always in their pocket, links are clickable, and it's automatically updated. You can also print a simple handout with just the QR code for those who want a paper reference.
How do we get people to actually use it?
We provide a free Launch Kit with proven announcement scripts, social media templates, and display graphics to help you introduce it to your congregation. The key is making it visible: display the QR code on screens during service, put it on your lobby TV, and mention it during announcements. Most churches see strong adoption within 2-3 weeks.
Ease of Use
I'm not a designer. Can I update this myself?
Absolutely! Our editor is designed for non-technical users. You simply type your content, choose from pre-designed card types, and drag to reorder. No design skills needed. We provide beautiful templates and your branding colors are applied automatically. If you can use a word processor, you can update your bulletin.
How long does it take to update the bulletin each week?
Most churches update their bulletin in 15-30 minutes per week. You can duplicate last week's bulletin as a starting point, then just update the content that changed. Many of our users say it takes less time than formatting a paper bulletin.
Can multiple staff members edit the bulletin?
Yes! Every plan includes unlimited team accounts so your staff and volunteers can collaborate on bulletins together.
Sharing & Access
Do visitors need to download an app?
No! Your bulletin is a mobile-optimized website that opens right in any smartphone browser. No app download, no account creation, no barriers. Just scan and view.
Can we use a custom domain like bulletin.ourchurch.com?
Yes! Every plan includes the option to connect a custom domain or subdomain. This creates a professional, branded URL that's easy for your congregation to remember.
Can we display the bulletin on our lobby TV?
Yes — that's TV Mode, and it's included with your plan. TV Mode turns your published bulletin into a full-screen slideshow for lobby screens, cafe displays, or pre-service countdowns. You choose which cards appear on screen, how long each slide stays up, and whether a QR code stays visible so people can pull the bulletin up on their phone. It uses your bulletin's theme, colors, and logo, and it updates automatically whenever you update your bulletin. Open the TV link in a browser on any TV, streaming stick, or computer and go full screen. Learn more on our TV Mode page.
Can visitors save the bulletin to their phone's home screen?
Yes! Your bulletin works as a Progressive Web App (PWA), so congregation members can add it to their home screen for quick access - just like an app, but without the app store.
Multiple Locations & Ministries
Can we have a separate bulletin for our youth ministry or campus?
Yes! With the Multi-Site support add-on ($50/year), you can create separate organizations for each campus, ministry, or event. Each gets its own unique URL, branding options, and analytics. Perfect for multi-campus churches, youth groups, kids ministry, or special events like VBS or conferences.
Can different campuses have different content?
Absolutely. Each organization under Multi-Site support has its own completely separate bulletin with its own content, branding, team members, and settings. You can tailor each bulletin to its specific audience.
Features & Functionality
Can we collect visitor information?
Yes! Form Cards let visitors submit their information, prayer requests, or respond to specific calls-to-action. All submissions are collected in your dashboard and can be exported or sent via email notifications to your team.
Can we see how many people view our bulletin?
Yes! Detailed analytics show views over time, device types, popular cards, and engagement trends. This helps you understand what's resonating with your congregation.
Does it work with our giving platform?
Yes! You can add a giving card that links directly to any online giving platform you already use (Tithe.ly, Pushpay, Subsplash, Planning Center Giving, or any other). We don't process donations ourselves - we simply make it easy for your congregation to access your existing giving page.
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