SMS Messaging
Add-OnPut your message in every member's pocket
Broadcast text messages to groups or the whole congregation, with delivery tracking and inline replies. No group text limits, no reply-all chaos.
Why group texts don't scale
The problem isn't texting — it's the tools.
Group texts hit carrier limits
Most phones cap group texts at 10–20 recipients. Try to text your whole congregation and the message simply doesn't go through.
Reply-all chaos
One reply triggers a cascade that annoys the entire list. Members start muting the thread and your important messages get lost in the noise.
No delivery confirmation
There's no way to know if the message actually arrived. You're left hoping the right people got the right information at the right time.
Text messaging built for churches
Every feature solves a real problem congregations face with group texting.
Send to hundreds without group text limits
Broadcast a text message to your entire congregation or any group — no carrier limits, no failed deliveries. Every member receives an individual message from your church's number.
Members reply to you, not the whole list
When a member replies to your text, the response comes back to you privately — not to every recipient. Have real conversations without the reply-all chaos.
Per-recipient status in real time
See exactly what happened to every message: queued, sent, delivered, or failed. Know who got the message and follow up with anyone who didn't.
A real local number your members recognize
Your congregation gets a dedicated local phone number. Members see a familiar number — not a random short code — so they know the message is from their church.
Two experiences, one app
Leaders get powerful broadcasting tools. Members get a seamless texting experience.
For Leaders
- Send texts to groups or the entire congregation
- View delivery status per recipient in real time
- Read and reply to inbound messages from one inbox
- Schedule texts in advance for any date and time
- Track message history and analytics
- Manage opt-in and opt-out preferences
For Members
- Receive texts from a recognized church number
- Reply directly to the sender — not the whole group
- Opt in or out of text messages at any time
- Receive scheduled reminders for events and services
- Get urgent alerts for cancellations and emergencies
- No app required — works on any phone with SMS
Connected to everything else in ChurchNET
SMS isn't a silo — it's woven into every part of your church's workflow.
Member Directory
Phone numbers sync directly from the directory — no duplicate contact lists to maintain.
Announcements
Pair SMS with push notifications and email for multi-channel campaigns that reach everyone.
Volunteer Scheduling
Send schedule reminders and last-minute sub requests to the right volunteers via text.
Events & Calendar
Text event reminders with registration links so members can RSVP from their phone.
Attendance Tracking
Follow up with absent members by text — a personal touch that shows you noticed.
Guest Management
Trigger welcome texts and follow-up sequences when new visitors check in.
What makes ChurchNET different
See how purpose-built church SMS compares to the alternatives.
| Feature | ChurchNET | Group Texts | Mailchimp SMS | Generic CMS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadcast to hundreds | ||||
| Private replies | ||||
| Delivery tracking | ||||
| Dedicated number | ||||
| Group targeting | ||||
| Scheduled sends | ||||
| Message history | ||||
| Directory integration |
Getting started is simple
From number provisioning to first text in minutes — not weeks.
We provision your number
We set up a dedicated local SMS number for your congregation. It's ready in minutes — no porting, no paperwork.
Import your members
Sync contacts from your member directory. Phone numbers, group memberships, and opt-in preferences are all in place automatically.
Send your first text
Pick a group, compose your message, and tap send. Delivery tracking kicks in immediately so you know exactly who received it.
Reach members who never check email or open the app
Broadcast texting, private replies, delivery tracking, and a dedicated church number — SMS that actually works for congregations.