OurChurchLink App

Welcome to OurChurchLink!

OurChurchLink is your digital gateway to staying connected with your church community. This user-friendly app brings together worship, fellowship, and spiritual growth right to your mobile device.

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OurChurchLink App - User Manual

Getting Started

Download & Installation

Android Users: Download from Google Play Store
iOS Users: Download from Apple App Store
Search for “OurChurchLink App” and install

Creating Your Account

Open the app and tap “Sign Up”
Enter your details:

Full Name
Email Address
Phone Number

Create a secure password
Agree to Terms & Privacy Policy
Tap “Create Account”

Note: New accounts require admin approval. You’ll receive a notification once approved.

Signing In

Email & Password: Use your registered email and password
Google Sign-In: Tap “Sign in with Google” for quick access
Remember Me: Check this option to stay logged in

Forgot Password?

Tap “Forgot Password” on login screen
Enter your registered email
Check your email for reset instructions
Follow the link to create a new password

Home Screen Features

Your home screen is your spiritual dashboard with quick access to:

🔍 Search Function

Tap the search bar at the top
Find sermons, events, members, or any content quickly

👨‍💼 Connect with Pastor

Direct chat access to pastoral team
Tap to start a secure conversation
Available for verified members only

📅 Church Events Calendar

View upcoming church events
Tap any event for details
Add events to your personal calendar

🎵 Daily Devotion

Fresh devotional content updated daily
Tap to read today’s message

📖 Verse of the Day

Daily Bible verse for inspiration
Share feature available (WhatsApp, social media)

💪 Motivational Quotes

Inspirational quotes to uplift your day
Easy sharing options

Navigation Guide

Bottom Navigation Bar

🏠 Home

Your main dashboard with daily content and quick actions

🤝 Connect

Pastoral Team: Chat with church leaders
Event Requests: Request weddings, baptisms, child dedications, engagements
Prayer Requests: Submit and view prayer needs
Testimonies: Share and read testimonies

📖 Bible

Full King James Version (KJV) Bible
Advanced search functionality
Adjustable text size
Reading history
Dark mode option
Offline access available

📺 Media

Live Streaming: Watch current and past services
Sermons: Browse and watch sermon library
Praise & Worship: Listen to worship songs
Podcasts: Access church podcast content
Playback controls (speed adjustment, 30-second skip)

👤 Profile

Manage your personal information and app settings

Top Right Menu

📅 Calendar Icon

View all church events
Personal event integration
Event reminders and notifications

🔔 Bell Icon (Notifications)

Church announcements
Event reminders
Prayer request updates
Live stream notifications
Chat messages

Key Features

📱 Weekly Announcements

Stay updated with church news
Organized by categories (events, sermons, youth group)
Push notifications for urgent updates
Sync with your personal calendar

💰 Donation Portal

Secure donation options:

Tithes
Offerings
Event-specific donations
Ministry support
Other causes

View your donation history
QR code and bank details for direct transfer
Note: App displays payment information; actual transactions happen externally

👥 Membership Application

Go to left panel menu
Select “Become a Member”
Fill out the application form
Upload required documents:

Proof of residence
Baptism certificate
Other relevant certificates

Submit for review

🙏 Prayer Requests & Testimonies

Submitting Prayer Requests:

Tap Connect → Prayer Requests
Tap “New Prayer Request”
Choose privacy level:

Public: Visible to all app users after approval
Private: Only church leadership can see

Add content:

Text description
Audio recordings
Images

Submit your request

For Public Prayer Requests:

Your request goes to the Prayer Team & Pastoral Team for review
They may suggest changes or edits
Once approved, it appears for all app users to see
You’ll receive notifications about status updates and any comments

Sharing Testimonies:

Tap Connect → Testimonies
Tap “Share Testimony”
Choose privacy level:

Public: Visible to all app users after approval
Private: Only church leadership can see

Add your testimony content:

Text story
Audio recordings
Images/photos
Documents (certificates, photos, etc.)

Submit for review

For Public Testimonies:

Your testimony is reviewed by the Prayer Team & Pastoral Team
They may provide feedback or suggest modifications
Once approved, it’s published for the entire church community
You’ll be notified of approval status and any admin comments

📋 Event Requests

Request pastoral services for special occasions:

Available Services:

Weddings
Baptisms
Child Dedications
Engagements

How to Request:

Go to Connect → Event Requests
Select the type of event
Fill out the specific form with:

Preferred dates
Contact information
Special requirements

Submit your request
Track request status and admin comments
Receive notifications for updates

Profile Management

Updating Your Profile

Tap Profile in bottom navigation
Tap “Edit Profile”
Update your information:

Name and contact details
Profile picture (optional)
Personal preferences

Save changes

Notification Settings

Control which notifications you receive – mute notification feature
Set quiet hours

Privacy Settings

Control visibility of your information
Manage prayer request privacy
Set testimony sharing preferences

Thank you for being part of the church community through OurChurchLink!
For technical support or questions about this manual, please contact your church’s technical support team.

May this app strengthen your faith journey and deepen your connection with our church family.

Support & Contact

Getting Help

In-App Support: Use the contact form in settings
Account Issues: Contact church administration
Technical Issues: Reach out at support@ourchurchlink.com

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Trouble Shooting

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Cannot Sign In?

Check your internet connection
Ensure you are using the correct email and password
Try the “Forgot Password” option
Contact admin if account needs approval

Not Receiving Notifications?

Check notification permissions in your device settings
Verify you have enabled notifications for Church events, approvals, prayer requests and testimonies,
Check if your submission is still under review
Contact the Church Admin if you haven’t heard back within a week