For urgent alerts like a "service cancellation due to weather" or a quick "event reminder for tonight," a mass text message (SMS) is the fastest way to reach your community.
EvangelOS helps you send these messages simply and responsibly, right from your Communications dashboard.
Navigate to the "Communications" page from the main navigation menu on the left.
Look for the "Create" or "New" button and select "SMS" (or "Text Message").
This will open the SMS Form.
1. Add Your Recipients Just like with email, you'll first decide who this message is for. You can:
Send to "All Members" (who have consented to SMS).
Select specific Groups (e.g., "All Volunteers").
Add individual recipients.
2. Compose Your Message This is where you'll write your text message. Keep it short, clear, and to the point. Remember that SMS messages have character limits, so this is best for quick updates, not long newsletters.
3. Send or Schedule Once your message is ready, you can click "Send Now" to deliver it immediately or "Schedule for Later" to have it go out at a specific time.
Sending mass text messages is a trusted responsibility. To help you be a good partner to your community (and to comply with regulations), EvangelOS has a built-in SMS Consent system.
This means the platform will only send messages to users who have "opted-in" to receive texts from your church. We manage this process for you, ensuring your messages are only going to the people who want them. This builds trust and makes your communications more effective.
Email and SMS are powerful, but EvangelOS also helps you manage your public-facing voice. Our next guide, "Connecting Your Social Media Accounts," will show you how to link your church's Facebook, Instagram, and other profiles.