Though fall made its entrance weeks ago, church staff members have been preparing for months in anticipation of one of the church’s busiest seasons: the holidays. With Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the New Year, come a plethora of opportunities for churches to minister and serve the community. ServiceU can help make the administrative aspects of your holiday schedule run smoothly with software that manages events and giving.
1. Holiday/End of Year Giving. Because of Christmas bonuses, generosity, and the benefit of tax-deductible gifts, many church members give above and beyond their usual tithe at the end of the year. By using ServiceU’s online giving software, congregants can easily donate with any Internet connection, smartphone, kiosk or tablet PC. Online giving is safe, easy, and convenient.
2. Automate Heating. During the cold winter months, use the calendar on Service U’s Green console to regulate the HVAC schedule and reduce labor costs. Many churches are already experiencing what it’s like to heat and cool their church buildings automatically. ServiceU Green ensures that the church building is being cooled and warmed efficiently. No more having to show up early to make sure the heat is turned up! The Green Console controls the thermostat according to the calendar.
3. Save Money on Heating Bills. By implementing our green calendaring software to control your heating and air regulation system, your church can save between 10-20% on heating and air costs. This feature is incredibly convenient and cost-effective.
4. Expedite Ticket Sales for Holiday Events Online. Whether it’s a marriage conference, a high school retreat, a single’s banquet, or the church Christmas pageant, your staff is busy. By selling tickets to these events through ServiceU, the process becomes simple. With an easy to manage online box office and customizable features, ServiceU’s event ticketing feature is suitable for every event your church hosts. With no fear of lost checks, misplaced lists, or bad handwriting, ServiceU’s online ticketing will put your mind at ease.
5. Manage Christmas Events Schedule. On any given week your church may have 20 to 30 different events happening within the four walls of the building. By conducting scheduling for church events and using ServiceU’s automated online calendar, communication between departments is simplified. The details of the calendar can be made public or private and are updated instantly.
What ideas do you have to prepare for the holiday season?
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