What Should a Church Include on Its Plan Your Visit Page
What should a church include on its Plan Your Visit page? Share service times, location, parking, kids check-in, accessibility details, what to expect, and one clear next step.
Help a first-time guest know what to expect
What should a church include on its Plan Your Visit page? Begin with the questions a guest may feel hesitant to ask. Clearly show when and where you gather, where to park, where children check in, and what the service is like.
Then add practical accessibility information, a few current photos, and a simple way to ask a question. These details cannot promise that someone will attend. However, they can remove avoidable uncertainty and help a guest decide whether visiting feels possible.
Keep the page warm and honest. A visitor does not need polished promises. They need a clear picture of what will happen from the moment they arrive.
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For a broader reference, ResourceUMC’s church website guidance recommends clear service details, mobile-friendly pages, visitor FAQs, easy contact options, and regular updates.
Short answer
Include service times, the full address, parking and entrance details, kids check-in, accessibility information, what the service is like, helpful photos, contact information, and one clear next step.
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The details guests usually need first
Build the page around a real first visit, from finding the building to knowing where to go afterward:
- List every service time, campus address, and the entrance guests should use.
- Explain parking, public transit, and accessibility options in plain language.
- Describe kids check-in, age groups, security practices, and when families should arrive.
- Briefly explain worship style, typical service length, communion, and what people usually wear.
- Use recent photos of the building, entrance, worship space, and children's area when appropriate.
- Offer a named contact or short form for questions, but do not require registration to attend.
Finally, test the page on a phone. Confirm that maps, directions, phone numbers, and buttons work before sharing the page.
What can make the page less helpful
Even a welcoming page can leave guests uncertain when important details are vague or outdated. Watch for these common problems:
- Hiding service times or the street address below several announcements.
- Using insider terms without explaining what they mean to a new person.
- Showing stock images that do not help guests recognize the church or entrance.
- Leaving out kids, accessibility, parking, or service-length information.
- Asking for too much personal information before someone has decided to visit.
A more helpful example
Instead of saying only, “Join us Sunday,” try: “Our service begins at 10:00 AM and usually lasts about 70 minutes. Guest parking and the kids check-in entrance are on the east side of the building.” That small amount of detail can answer several quiet questions at once.
Review the page like a first-time guest
Ask someone unfamiliar with the church to open the page on a phone and answer a few practical questions:
- Can they find the next service time and correct address quickly?
- Do they know where to park and which entrance to use?
- Can a parent understand the kids check-in process?
- Are accessibility details and a contact option easy to find?
- Do the photos and description match what a guest will actually experience?
Also review the page before holidays, schedule changes, and major events. Clear, current information is more helpful than a page with extra decoration but outdated details.
Quick questions
Should a church require visitors to fill out a form? No. A short optional form can help answer questions, but people should be able to attend without registering or sharing personal details.
Should the page explain what to wear? Yes, when a brief and honest answer may help someone feel less unsure. Keep the wording welcoming and avoid implying that one style is required.
How often should the page be reviewed? Check it at least every few months and whenever service times, entrances, kids procedures, accessibility options, or staff contacts change.
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Helpful reminder
A useful answer to “What Should a Church Include on Its Plan Your Visit Page” should address that question directly. It should not rely on pressure, exaggerated claims, or advice that could apply unchanged to almost any topic.