What's New In Church Apps—Introducing Two-Way Push Notifications for Deeper Member Engagement

A Revolutionary Way to Connect With Your Congregation

We're thrilled to announce Two-Way Push Notifications in the Tithely Church App! Unlike traditional church communication tools from providers like Subsplash, Planning Center, or Clearstream, this breakthrough feature transforms one-way announcements into genuine conversations—helping you build stronger connections with your members seven days a week, not just on Sundays.

Two-Way Push moves your church beyond simple broadcasts, opening the door to personal, meaningful dialogue that strengthens your entire community.

What Are Push Notifications and Why Do Churches Need Them?

Push notifications are short, timely messages that appear directly on members' mobile devices—cutting through the noise of overflowing inboxes and forgotten text threads.

Key benefits for churches:

• Diversify your outreach beyond email and SMS for complete coverage
• Save money with a cost-effective alternative to SMS campaigns
• Boost attendance with timely reminders for services, events, and group meetings
• Respect boundaries by letting members control which notifications they receive

Because they're instant and mobile-native, push notifications capture attention faster than lengthy emails. The real power emerges when you integrate them into your complete communication strategy—combining email, text, in-person announcements, and push notifications to reach every member on their preferred channel.

What Makes Two-Way Push Notifications Different?

Traditional church app notifications follow a broadcast model: you send, they receive, end of story. Tithely's Two-Way Push Notifications change everything by enabling members to reply directly within the app, with all responses flowing into an organized admin dashboard.

Here's the simple workflow:

1. Admins create notification groups (Women's Ministry, Prayer Requests, Youth Group, etc.)
2. Members opt into groups that matter most to them
3. Admins send notifications with replies enabled
4. Members respond instantly in-app
5. Replies appear in My Chats for designated admins to review and respond

For your members, this creates a secure, direct line to church leadership. For your team, it opens countless opportunities to connect, serve, and shepherd your community with excellence.

Real-World Applications: How Churches Use Two-Way Push Notifications

The possibilities are endless, and we're continually inspired by the creative ways churches leverage this feature. Here are use cases to get you started:

Coordinating Fundraisers

Planning a youth group bake sale? Send: "Don't forget—bake sale this Saturday at 2 PM!" Members can instantly reply with questions about allergen-friendly options, exact location details, or how to contribute. You can answer everything in seconds without phone tag or email chains.

Collecting Prayer Requests 

Two-Way Push Notifications excel at collecting prayer requests without the formality of email or the chaos of group texts. Try: "We'd love to pray with you this week—how can we lift you up?" Members can respond privately, sharing needs directly with selected ministry leaders. This creates natural opportunities for meaningful pastoral follow-up and spiritual care.

Small Group Reminders

Scheduling reminders become conversations with Two-Way Push. Send: "Reminder—Bible Study starts at 7 PM tonight in the sanctuary!" Now members can ask, "Can I bring a friend?" or "Is childcare available?" without tracking down phone numbers or interrupting group chats. Communication stays organized, accessible, and welcoming.

From volunteer coordination to urgent updates, Two-Way Push Notifications make every interaction faster, more personal, and significantly more effective.

Why Two-Way Push Notifications Transform Church Ministry

Ministry happens through relationships—and relationships require real conversation, not just announcements. At Tithely, we build tools that free you from administrative burden so you can focus on what matters most: loving and serving your people.

Two-Way Push Notifications shift your church from broadcasting to building community:

 ✅ Members feel valued when they can interact, ask questions, and know they'll be heard
✅ Leaders gain clarity with organized, manageable responses in one central location
✅ Community deepens because communication flows naturally in both directions
✅ Engagement increases when people experience real connection, not just information delivery

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Get Started With Two-Way Push Notifications Today

This powerful feature is live now in your Tithely Church App. Begin with 2-3 strategic notification groups—prayer team, youth ministry, or an event—and watch engagement grow as members discover this new way to connect.

The more you use Two-Way Push Notifications, the more creative applications you'll discover for growing community and deepening relationships.

Using Two-Way Push Notifications in innovative ways? We want to celebrate your story! Share how your church is leveraging this feature to inspire congregations around the world.

👉 Ready to launch? Log in to your Tithely dashboard and create your first Two-Way Push Notification group in minutes.

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