Managing volunteers, giving, and worship made easy with church ministry software

Church leaders wear a lot of hats. One moment you’re planning an event, the next you’re recruiting volunteers, and after that you’re scrambling to finalize giving reports before the elder’s meeting.

The good news? It doesn’t have to stay that way. With the right church ministry management software, you can simplify the administrative chaos, focus on building relationships, and lead your congregation with confidence.

What is church ministry management software?

Church ministry management software is an all-in-one platform designed to help churches care for people and manage ministry, whether you’re a small church with a single service or a multi-campus ministry with hundreds of volunteers and events happening every week.

At its best, church management software creates clarity for everyone involved. Staff can see the big picture of attendance, giving, and volunteer schedules. Ministry leaders can track group engagement and plan services. Congregants can stay connected through mobile apps, RSVP for events, and even manage their own serving preferences.

Pushpay’s ChMS is built around this people-first philosophy. Through tools like the LEAD App for leaders and the MyChurch App for members, you get everything you need to organize ministry in one place—without losing the personal touch that makes your church unique.

Why integration matters for today’s churches

Most churches have experienced the frustration of juggling multiple systems. You’ve got one platform for giving, another for volunteer scheduling, another for communication—and none of them talk to each other. That means extra work for staff, inconsistent data, and missed opportunities to connect with people.

An integrated solution changes everything. With Pushpay, giving, volunteer management, worship planning, and communication tools work together seamlessly. That means fewer manual tasks, better visibility into member engagement, and more time to focus on ministry.

Simplifying generosity with Everygift®

Generosity is core to every church’s mission, but managing giving shouldn’t be complicated. Pushpay Giving, powered by our proprietary Everygift suite, makes it easy for congregants to give in ways that feel natural and secure—whether that’s online, via text, through a mobile app, or even at a kiosk.

Everygift includes features that remove common barriers to generosity:

• Assured® Payments safeguard donations during service interruptions and process them automatically once things are restored.
• Failed Payment Recovery helps recover intended gifts so you can plan your ministry budget with confidence.
• Recurring Suggestion prompts donors to set up recurring gifts, ensuring steady support for your church’s mission.

Churches using Pushpay Giving have seen an average 65% increase in digital giving. It’s not just about numbers. The right software is capable of equipping your church family to participate in generosity in ways that are both convenient and consistent.

Volunteer management that builds a culture of serving

Volunteers are the backbone of any ministry. But coordinating schedules, tracking availability, and filling last-minute gaps can feel like a full-time job.

Pushpay’s volunteer management tools go beyond simple scheduling. They help create a culture of serving where everyone—from kids ministry teams to worship leaders—feels empowered and supported.

• Flexible scheduling: Build serving rotations weeks in advance and adjust easily when people’s availability changes.
• Volunteer preferences: Let individuals or families choose their preferred serving times, block out dates, and even find replacements if needed.
• Leader tools: Manage schedules on the go with the LEAD App, send reminders, and track volunteer health through built-in reports.
• Check-in and safety: Streamline volunteer check-ins and set alerts for background checks so you can serve confidently.

When volunteers feel cared for and equipped, they’re more likely to stay engaged and help your ministry thrive.

Worship planning and event coordination made simple

A smooth worship experience doesn’t just happen. It takes careful planning—coordinating music, sermons, volunteers, rooms, and resources. Pushpay’s worship planning tools bring everything into one place so nothing falls through the cracks.

• Create service flows with song lists, speaker notes, and media cues.
• Schedule teams across multiple services or locations.
• Manage rooms and resources for events, ensuring the right space and equipment are always ready.
• Track attendance and engagement after each event to understand impact and improve future planning.

By connecting worship planning with volunteer schedules and communication tools, you spend less time organizing logistics and more time creating meaningful moments for your congregation.

Keep your church connected with powerful communication tools

Great ministry requires great communication. Whether you’re reminding volunteers about Sunday’s schedule, following up with first-time guests, or inviting your community to a special event, Pushpay’s communication tools make it simple.

• Text messaging: Send quick updates or bulk alerts directly to members’ phones.
• Rich push notifications: Share images, links, or polls that drive deeper engagement in your church app.
• Email templates: Create personalized, segmented emails in minutes instead of hours.
• Automated alerts: Ensure leaders never miss important follow-ups, from facility requests to donor updates.

When your communication is clear and timely, your church community feels more connected and cared for.

Why Pushpay is different

There are plenty of church software options out there, but few bring everything together like Pushpay. By uniting giving, volunteer management, worship planning, and communication in a single platform—and offering over 80 integrations with tools you already use—Pushpay helps churches focus on people, not systems.

Whether you’re a small church just starting to organize ministry or a multi-campus church managing thousands, Pushpay scales with you. Our goal is simple: help your team spend less time on administration and more time on what matters most.

Ready to simplify your church operations?

Managing volunteers, giving, and worship doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With Pushpay’s church ministry management software, you can create seamless systems that free your staff to focus on ministry, not spreadsheets.

Take the next step toward healthier, more connected church operations. Request a demo or try our free Church Tech Check to see where your church stands today.