Events & Groups

Create events, manage RSVPs, organize groups, and schedule volunteer duties

Video Tutorials

Learn how to manage events and groups


Creating Events

Create one-time and recurring events with RSVPs and reminders.

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Managing Groups

Create and manage small groups, ministries, and committees.

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Duty Scheduling

Set up volunteer duties and manage the duty roster.

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Creating Events Admin

Create one-time and recurring events with RSVPs and reminders.

Creating a New Event

1
Navigate to Events

Go to Events from the main navigation menu.

2
Click Create Event

Click the + Create Event button.

[Screenshot: Event creation form with all fields]
3
Enter Event Details

Fill in the event information:

  • Title: Event name (e.g., "Men's Breakfast")
  • Description: Details about the event
  • Date & Time: When the event occurs
  • Location: Where it takes place (address or room)
  • Image: Optional event banner/photo

Recurring Events

For events that repeat:

4
Enable Recurrence

Check This event repeats and configure:

  • Frequency: Daily, Weekly, Monthly
  • Repeat On: Specific days (e.g., every Sunday)
  • End: After X occurrences or on a specific date
[Screenshot: Recurring event settings]

RSVP Settings

5
Configure RSVPs

Set up registration options:

  • Enable RSVP: Allow members to register
  • Capacity: Maximum attendees (optional)
  • RSVP Deadline: Cutoff for registrations
  • Waitlist: Allow signups after capacity

Notifications

Configure event reminders:

  • Send reminder 1 week before
  • Send reminder 1 day before
  • Send reminder 1 hour before
6
Save Event

Click Create to publish the event. It will appear on the church calendar.

Tip: Use the Send Invitations button to notify specific members or groups about the event.

Managing Groups Admin

Create groups, manage membership, and schedule group meetings.

Understanding Groups

Groups help organize members for various purposes:

  • Small Groups: Bible studies, life groups
  • Ministries: Worship team, children's ministry
  • Classes: Sunday school, new member class
  • Committees: Finance, facilities, missions

Creating a Group

1
Navigate to Groups

Go to Groups from the main navigation.

2
Click Create Group

Click + Create Group.

[Screenshot: Group creation form]
3
Enter Group Details

Fill in group information:

  • Name: Group name
  • Description: Purpose and details
  • Category: Small Group, Ministry, Class, etc.
  • Meeting Schedule: When/where it meets
  • Leader: Assign a group leader

Adding Members

4
Add Group Members

In the group, click Add Members and select from your directory.

Group Settings

  • Visibility: Public (anyone can see) or Private
  • Join Mode: Open, Request to Join, or Invite Only
  • Communication: Enable group messaging

Group Leaders

Assign group leaders who can:

  • Add and remove group members
  • Send group communications
  • Schedule group meetings
  • Manage group prayer requests

Duty Roster Guide

Schedule volunteers and manage duty assignments.

Setting Up Duties

1
Create Duty Categories

Go to Duties > Categories and create categories like Greeter, Usher, Sound Tech, Nursery, etc.

[Screenshot: Duty categories management]
2
Add Volunteer Pool

For each category, add members who are willing to serve in that role.

Scheduling Duties

3
Open the Scheduler

Go to Duties > Schedule to access the duty calendar.

4
Assign Volunteers

Click on a date and duty to assign volunteers from your pool.

[Screenshot: Duty scheduling calendar with assignments]

Automatic Scheduling

Use auto-schedule to fill the roster:

  • Respects volunteer availability
  • Rotates fairly between volunteers
  • Avoids scheduling conflicts

Managing Swap Requests

When volunteers request swaps:

  1. View pending requests in Duties > Requests
  2. Approve or find a replacement
  3. Both parties are notified of the change

Viewing Your Duties

1
Check My Duties

Go to My Duties from your dashboard to see your upcoming assignments.

[Screenshot: Member's duty schedule view]

Duty Reminders

You'll receive notifications before your scheduled duties:

  • 1 week before (if enabled)
  • 1 day before
  • Push notification on duty day

Requesting a Swap

If you can't serve on a scheduled date:

2
Click Request Swap

On your duty, click Request Swap.

3
Add a Note

Optionally explain why you need the swap.

4
Submit Request

Your request goes to other volunteers in your duty pool. The first to accept gets the assignment.

Tip: Request swaps as early as possible to give others time to accept.

Accepting Swap Requests

When another volunteer needs a swap:

  1. You receive a notification about the request
  2. Review the date and duty
  3. Click Accept if you can serve
  4. The duty is transferred to you

Event Check-in Admin

Track attendance at events using the check-in feature.

Enabling Check-in

1
Edit Event Settings

Open the event and enable Check-in in the event settings.

[Screenshot: Event settings with check-in option]

Check-in Methods

Manual Check-in

2
Open Check-in Screen

On event day, go to the event and click Check-in.

3
Find Attendees

Search by name or browse the RSVP list.

4
Check Them In

Click the check mark next to each attendee to mark them present.

Self Check-in

Allow attendees to check themselves in:

  • Display a QR code for attendees to scan
  • Attendees check in through the mobile app
  • Check-in kiosk mode for tablets
[Screenshot: QR code check-in and kiosk mode]

Attendance Reports

After the event, view attendance data:

  • Attendance Count: Total checked in vs. RSVPs
  • No-shows: RSVPs who didn't attend
  • Walk-ins: Attendees who didn't RSVP
  • Export: Download attendance list

Attendance Tracking Over Time

For recurring events, track attendance trends:

  • Average attendance per event
  • Attendance growth/decline
  • Individual member attendance history
Tip: Use attendance data to follow up with members who haven't attended recently or to identify your most engaged members.

Events & Groups Features

Powerful tools for organizing your church


Event Creation

Create one-time or recurring events with all the details.

RSVP Management

Track who's coming with built-in RSVP functionality.

Group Management

Organize members into small groups and ministries.

Duty Swaps

Allow volunteers to request and accept duty swaps.

Need More Help?

Our support team can help you set up events and groups.