KBC APP

Project Overview:

The Kettering Baptist Church app is a transformative mobile application designed to strengthen the bonds within a church community by seamlessly integrating various functionalities, fostering communication, and enhancing overall engagement. The app serves as a central hub for church members, providing a user-friendly and spiritually enriching experience.

The Problem

  1. **Problem Statement: Enhancing Church Community Engagement and Connectivity**

    In the context of our church community, we have identified a significant challenge related to fostering meaningful engagement and connectivity among our members. Despite the shared values and objectives that unite us, the current lack of a dedicated digital platform has resulted in a fragmented communication landscape and limited opportunities for interaction. Congregants often find it challenging to stay informed about church events, access spiritual resources, and connect with fellow members in a seamless and efficient manner.

    ### Key Issues:

    1. **Limited Communication Channels:**
    – The absence of a centralized platform restricts our ability to effectively disseminate information about events, announcements, and sermons to the entire church community.

    2. **Inefficient Event Coordination:**
    – Event planning and coordination suffer from inefficiencies, with challenges in RSVP tracking, communication of event details, and providing easy navigation to event locations.

    3. **Sparse Spiritual Resources:**
    – Members face difficulty accessing and engaging with spiritual content such as sermons, devotionals, and prayer resources due to the lack of a dedicated and user-friendly digital platform.

    4. **Disconnected Community:**
    – The absence of a digital space for community interaction results in a disjointed experience, limiting the opportunities for members to connect, share experiences, and support one another.

    5. **Opaque Donation Process:**
    – The current process for donations lacks transparency and convenience, hindering financial contributions and inhibiting the establishment of a clear and trustworthy financial relationship with the church.

    ### Impact:

    This current state not only impedes the seamless functioning of our church community but also hinders the fulfillment of our mission to create a vibrant, supportive, and spiritually enriching environment. Addressing these challenges through the implementation of a dedicated church community app is crucial to enhancing engagement, improving communication, and fostering a sense of unity among our members. The solution will empower our community, providing a cohesive digital space where members can connect, access spiritual resources, and actively contribute to the growth and well-being of our church family.

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Interviews:

Conducted extensive user research, including interviews with church members, to understand their needs and preferences. This research guided the design process, ensuring that the app met the congregation’s expectations.

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Market Analysis

  • Studied similar church apps or platforms to identify best practices and areas for differentiation.
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Visual Design

    • Developed a visually appealing and spiritually resonant design with a modern touch, including chuch logo, color schemes, typography, and iconography.
    • Collaborated with developers at Subsplash to ensure that the design could be effectively translated into code, considering platform-specific guidelines (e.g., iOS and Android).
    • Conducted usability testing with church members to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement.
    • Iterated on design and functionality based on user testing results.
    • Feature Implementation:
      • Integrated key features such as an interactive event calendar, prayer, contact us request forum, and media library, aligning them with user needs and goals.
      • Mobile Responsiveness:
      • Ensured that the app was responsive and provided a consistent experience across various devices and screen sizes.
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Wireframing

    • Created a clear and intuitive menu structure based on user feedback and identified pain points.
    • Developed wireframes to outline the app’s layout and functionality, focusing on ease of use and navigation.
    • Created interactive prototypes to test and refine key interactions and user flows.
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Launch and Deployment

    • Collaborated with the development team to launch the app on relevant app stores (e.g., Apple App Store and Google Play).Post-Launch Monitoring:
      • Continuously monitored user feedback and app analytics to identify and address any post-launch issues or opportunities for improvement
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Interviews:

Conducted extensive user research, including interviews with church members, to understand their needs and preferences. This research guided the design process, ensuring that the app met the congregation’s expectations.
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Market Analysis

  • Studied similar church apps or platforms to identify best practices and areas for differentiation.
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Wireframing

    • Created a clear and intuitive menu structure based on user feedback and identified pain points.
    • Developed wireframes to outline the app’s layout and functionality, focusing on ease of use and navigation.
    • Created interactive prototypes to test and refine key interactions and user flows.
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Visual Design

    • Developed a visually appealing and spiritually resonant design with a modern touch, including chuch logo, color schemes, typography, and iconography.
    • Collaborated with developers at Subsplash to ensure that the design could be effectively translated into code, considering platform-specific guidelines (e.g., iOS and Android).
    • Conducted usability testing with church members to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement.
    • Iterated on design and functionality based on user testing results.
    • Feature Implementation:
      • Integrated key features such as an interactive event calendar, prayer, contact us request forum, and media library, aligning them with user needs and goals.
      • Mobile Responsiveness:
      • Ensured that the app was responsive and provided a consistent experience across various devices and screen sizes.
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Launch and Deployment

    • Collaborated with the development team to launch the app on relevant app stores (e.g., Apple App Store and Google Play).Post-Launch Monitoring:
      • Continuously monitored user feedback and app analytics to identify and address any post-launch issues or opportunities for improvement

The Design Goal

  • Create an intuitive and user-friendly app that focused on the desmnation of the ministy events, anncoucments and messges.
  • Implement features to encourage congregation engagement and communcation.
  • Modernize the app’s visual design while maintaining a sense of spirituality.
  • allow for donation and online giving.
  • Incorperaite a live streaming componete.

The Solution

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The Results

“In the development of a new church app I undertook the challenge of creating a transformative digital platform that not only served as a conduit for spiritual connection but also exemplified user-centered design principles, fostering a deeper sense of community and engagement among church members.”

  • Viwership of streaming services and events increased by: 80% 80%
  • Use of Egiving/online giving through the app increased by: 98% 98%
  • call and response Communication with memebrs increased by: 85% 85%
The design of the church phone app received overwhelmingly positive feedback from church members. User engagement increased significantly, and the app became an essential tool for congregation communication and spiritual growth. This project demonstrates my ability to create user-centric designs that address specific user needs and improve the overall user experience, even in a context as unique and sensitive as a church community.