The Community Feed
The Community Feed is where your church comes together online. Share updates, encourage one another, discuss faith topics, and stay connected between Sundays.Accessing the Feed
Tap Community in the bottom navigation to open the feed. You’ll see:- All Posts - Everything from your church community
- Following - Posts from people you follow
- Announcements - Official church updates
- Discussions - Topic-based conversations
Creating Posts
Sharing an Update
1
Start a Post
Tap the + button or What’s on your mind?
2
Write Your Message
Share your thoughts, testimony, or encouragement.
3
Add Media (Optional)
Include photos, videos, or links.
4
Set Visibility
Choose who can see your post.
5
Post
Tap Share to publish.
Post Types
Text Post
Simple text updates and thoughts.
Photo Post
Share images with captions.
Video Post
Upload or record short videos.
Scripture Share
Share a verse with your reflection.
Visibility Options
| Setting | Who Can See |
|---|---|
| Public | All church members |
| Followers Only | People who follow you |
| Small Group | Your small group members |
| Staff Only | Church leadership |
Engaging with Posts
Reactions
Show support with reactions:- Love - Express appreciation
- Pray - Commit to praying
- Celebrate - Rejoice together
- Support - Show solidarity
Comments
Join the conversation:- Tap the comment icon
- Write your response
- Tag others with @mention
- Submit your comment
Sharing
Spread encouragement:- Reshare - Share to your feed with your thoughts
- Send - Send directly to a friend
- Copy Link - Share outside the app
Discussions
Join topic-based conversations:Finding Discussions
- Browse by topic
- View trending discussions
- See discussions from your groups
- Search for specific topics
Starting a Discussion
- Go to Community > Discussions
- Tap Start Discussion
- Choose a category
- Write your opening question or topic
- Publish
Discussion Categories
- Bible & Theology
- Prayer Requests
- Life & Family
- Church Life
- Book Club
- Local Events
Discussion Etiquette
Keep discussions respectful and edifying. Disagree graciously. Remember there’s a real person behind every post.
Following & Connections
Following People
Stay updated on specific members:- Visit their profile
- Tap Follow
- Their posts appear in your Following feed
Finding People
Discover community members:- Search by name
- Browse member directory
- See suggested connections
- Find people in your groups
Managing Followers
- View your followers list
- Accept/decline follow requests (if set to private)
- Block users if needed
Announcements
Church Announcements
Official updates from your church:- Service changes
- Event information
- Ministry updates
- Prayer alerts
Announcement Features
- Pinned to top of feed
- Push notification option
- Read receipts for leaders
- Archive access
Content Guidelines
What to Post
- Encouragement and testimonies
- Scripture and reflections
- Prayer requests
- Event photos
- Faith questions
- Gratitude and praise
What to Avoid
- Controversial politics
- Divisive debates
- Personal attacks
- Inappropriate content
- Spam or promotion
Notifications
Feed Notifications
Stay informed about:- Comments on your posts
- Reactions to your content
- Mentions (@you)
- Replies to your comments
- New followers
Managing Notifications
- Go to Settings > Notifications
- Find Community section
- Toggle individual notification types
- Set quiet hours if needed
Privacy & Safety
Controlling Your Experience
- Block users who bother you
- Report inappropriate content
- Adjust post visibility
- Control who can message you
Reporting Content
If you see something concerning:- Tap the three dots on the post
- Select Report
- Choose a reason
- Submit the report
Tips for Meaningful Engagement
Be Authentic
Be Authentic
Share real life, not just highlight reels. Vulnerability builds connection.
Encourage Often
Encourage Often
Be generous with encouragement. A simple comment can brighten someone’s day.
Ask Questions
Ask Questions
Good questions spark meaningful discussions and help you learn from others.
Respond to Others
Respond to Others
Don’t just post - engage with what others share. Community is two-way.
Keep Perspective
Keep Perspective
Social media is a supplement to in-person connection, not a replacement.