Websites
With websites, you get what you pay for. But, you also don't have to spend a lot to have all of the tools necessary to do your ministry. It is important to speak with others who've worked on different platforms and with different developers or providers. Consider consulting your diocesan communications office for a second opinion as to what might fit your parish best.
Website Design Tips
Types of Website Platforms
WEBSITES
An effective website is crucial to any organization. When looking to maintain or redesign your website, it is important to speak with others who've worked on different platforms and with different developers or providers. Consider consulting your diocesan communications office for insight into what might fit your congregation or ministry best.
TYPES OF WEBSITE PLATFORMS
Squarespace, is a platform that is feature-rich and very user-friendly. Squarespace is a drag-and-drop website builder, aiming to provide a highly polished experience for users, both on desktops, tablets, and mobile devices. Examples: ascensiondenver.org, stjohnsbreck.org, stpaulslakewood.org, coloradoesc.org, holycomforterchurch.net, stjohnsouray.org, stbdenver.org, stpauls-fc.org, stambrosechurch.org, allsaintsepiscopalchurch.com
Wordpress, a blogging platform started in 2003, is now a robust website platform. Wordpress has the ability to add plugins from different developers and can be configured for your specific needs: SEO optimization, analytics, donation tool options, and more. Wordpress allows for multiple menus and substructures. The learning curve can be difficult for first-time users. Examples: episcopalcolorado.org.
DNN, which stands for DotNetNuke, is a web content management system and web application framework.
Drupal is a content management software with standard features like content authoring. The core principle of Drupal is its flexible design and scalability. Drupal also offers multilingual functionality.
Wix is easily one of the most customizable website builders, with options to accept bookings, edit the mobile view, and optimize for search engines. Users can choose from templates or design their own site.
Weebly offers a free option, but subscriptions range from $6 to $26 per month. With a subscription service, Weebly branding/ads can be removed. Weebly offers lots of themes, has an easy-to-use setup, and utilizes a drag-and-drop website builder. Examples: standrewsemporia.org, saintmarysmiddlesboro.org.
WEBSITE COMPANIES
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