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September 27, 2024First Presbyterian Church Website Revamp
First Presbyterian Church needed a modern website that would be easy for users to navigate and reflect the welcoming nature of their community. Van Dijk Consultants delivered a solution that improved accessibility, facilitated new connections, and empowered staff to maintain the site independently.
Challenge
The church's previous website was outdated, difficult to navigate, and failed to communicate its message to current and potential members effectively. They wanted a new, inviting site that clearly conveyed their faith, highlighted what new visitors could expect, and made it easy for users to connect with the church. They also required a solution that would allow staff to manage the content independently.
Approach
Van Dijk Consultants created a new website that focused on delivering an intuitive user experience and a modern, visually appealing design. The new site featured improved navigation, an engaging content strategy, and animations that added a welcoming touch. Additionally, the platform allowed the church to upload sermons online, ensuring that the community could stay connected even during the COVID-19 pandemic. Training was provided to the church secretary, enabling her to manage and update the site as needed confidently.
Outcome
The resulting website met all of First Presbyterian Church's objectives. It was visually attractive, easy to navigate, and successfully conveyed a welcoming atmosphere. The modern design and animations resonated with the congregation, and the ability of staff to manage the site meant content remained up-to-date without needing external support. This ensured the church could effectively connect with its members and the wider community, providing an invaluable resource for all users.
Thank you, Cindee, for working with us to create a wonderful new website for our church. You have worked very patiently with those of us not well versed in the technology involved. We have learned a lot, and we appreciate that. We are proud of the way you have enabled us to now present our church home to the world. Sally Johnston
Thank you, Cindee, for the wonderful work you have done to create our new church website! You have been so easy to work with, knowledgeable and informative about your work, and meticulous in every detail! We are so thankful for your help with this step towards a more successful future for our church!