Learn how to build a complete digital presence for your church using myChelper's free tools. Get your own app, website, mobile giving platform, and communication system - all at no cost, with no hidden fees or advertisements.
myChelper provides churches with a complete digital solution that includes everything needed to engage your congregation and manage donations. Unlike other platforms that charge monthly fees or show advertisements, myChelper offers a truly free experience with professional-grade features.
Members access your church through the myChelper app with your branding and content
Connect your website directly to your app for seamless access
Secure donation processing with Apple Pay, Google Pay, and recurring giving
Send announcements and updates directly to your congregation's phones
In today's connected world, your church's digital presence is just as important as your physical building. A well-designed app and website serve as your digital front door, providing a central place where members and visitors can:
Mission, values, service times, and what to expect for first-time visitors
Watch or listen to past messages, access sermon notes, and download resources
Receive announcements, upcoming events, and important church news
Find small groups, volunteer opportunities, and ministry programs
Make donations with Apple Pay, Google Pay, or recurring giving schedules
Access everything on smartphones and tablets with native app performance
myChelper includes a free website builder built right into your account! No need for external website builders—create your church website and seamlessly link it to your mobile app, all in one unified platform.
Already have a website? Jump to Step 2: Customize Your Church App
pages.mychelper.com/church-nameyour-church-name.zone.churchLog in to your myChelper account at admin.mychelper.com. The website builder is included with every account—no additional signup needed!
Navigate to the "Website Builder" section in your dashboard. This is a visual, WordPress-style editor that makes building your website simple and intuitive.
Use the drag-and-drop editor to add and customize:
Choose colors, fonts, and layout that reflect your church's personality. Match your website branding to your mobile app for a cohesive experience.
Click "Publish" and your website will be live! Your free website will be available at pages.mychelper.com/church-name. If you have a subscription, you can also use your custom short domain your-church-name.zone.church.
Your website is automatically integrated with your myChelper mobile app! You can add it as a block on your app's home screen, and your congregation can access it seamlessly. Everything works together in one unified platform.
First-time visitor information, what to expect, and how to get involved.
Links to YouTube videos, audio recordings, or sermon notes from past services.
Upcoming services, Bible studies, community events, and special programs.
Details about small groups, youth programs, missions, and volunteer opportunities.
Why you give, how to give, and what your offerings support in the community.
Weekly thoughts, devotionals, or reflections on current events and faith.
The home screen is the first impression your congregation gets when using your church's app. Follow these best practices to create an engaging and useful home screen for your community.
A warm greeting, pastor's message, and church branding.
Allow members to watch services and events in real time.
A simple and secure way to give with Apple Pay and Google Pay.
List church services, Bible studies, and special events.
Connect members to small groups and ministries.
Provide access to video/audio sermons and devotionals.
Ensure that essential sections like events and giving are easy to find.
Use high-quality images and maintain consistent branding.
Use readable fonts, high contrast, and clear navigation.
Keep announcements, sermons, and events fresh and relevant.
For a step-by-step guide, watch the video below:
myChelper Giving is built right into your church's mobile app - no separate downloads or redirects needed. Churches report 3-5% immediate increases in giving with online platforms, and up to 25% more when recurring giving is actively promoted.
Powered by Stripe Connect. PCI compliant with bank-level security and proven reliability. Donations go directly to your church's bank account - no middleman delays.
One-tap giving with Apple Pay & Google Pay inside your church's myChelper app. No redirects or extra logins.
Easy-to-share web platform for users who don't have the app. Share via URL or QR codes for instant access to giving.
Simple schedules that increase consistency. Members manage their giving right in the app.
Modern, polished interface that boosts confidence and conversion. Optimized for speed and accessibility.
See donations as they happen. Export reports and view trends to inform decisions.
Go to Dashboard → Giving Setup and click Start Setup.
Enter your church's legal and banking details. This secure Stripe-hosted process takes about 3 minutes.
Toggle Enable Giving and create funds (General, Missions, Building) to categorize donations.
Once giving is enabled, it will be automatically available in your church's myChelper mobile app for all members.
Share your branded web link or QR code to encourage giving. Send a push notification to announce the launch to your congregation.
Keep your congregation informed and engaged with push notifications. Send announcements, event reminders, and important updates directly to their phones.
Watch the tutorial below to learn how to send notifications to your congregation:
Short, clear messages get better engagement. Include the most important information first.
Include clear calls-to-action like "Join us this Sunday" or "Give online now."
Send notifications during reasonable hours and avoid overwhelming your congregation with too many messages.
Send targeted messages to specific groups like youth, small groups, or volunteers.
Follow this comprehensive roadmap to get your church's complete digital presence up and running. This process takes about 30 minutes and gives you everything you need.
Sign up for free at admin.mychelper.com and add your church information.
Use myChelper's built-in website builder to create your free website. It's automatically integrated with your mobile app!
Add your website, create content blocks, and organize your app layout using the customization guide.
Set up Stripe Connect integration and configure your giving funds and settings.
Announce your new digital presence to your congregation and encourage them to download the myChelper app.
Display QR codes, share links, and promote your new digital tools during services and events.
Join thousands of churches already using myChelper to engage their congregations, increase giving, and build stronger communities. Everything is free, with no hidden costs.
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