If you've been using PowerChurch Software to manage your church's operations, you already know the value of having robust tools at your fingertips. But the landscape of church management is evolving, and so are the needs of congregations across the country. For this reason, we've built Empower ChMS, a brand-new, 100% web-based church management system designed to simplify your workflow, make your data more accessible, and keep you connected, no matter where you are.
What's the Difference Between PowerChurch and Empower?
Wondering, "How is Empower different from PowerChurch Online or PowerChurch Plus?" It’s a great question and one we’re happy to answer!
PowerChurch Online is a version of PowerChurch Plus, our trusted church management software, where the program and its data are hosted on our secure servers. It offers all the features you’re familiar with, from membership, contributions, accounting, and event management. It does require the installation of a small program to connect you to our servers and works on Windows and Mac.
Empower ChMS, on the other hand, is a completely web-based platform. This means it’s accessible from any device with an internet connection—no installation required to connect to the server! Empower focuses on mobility and simplicity, making it easier than ever to manage your church on the go. While it doesn't include all of the features found in PowerChurch Plus (yet!), it shines in its accessibility and simplicity, with a user-friendly interface that can be accessed anywhere, anytime.
What Can You Expect from Empower?
Empower ChMS is designed with the modern church in mind, offering a range of features to help streamline your operations. For just $40/month, you’ll get access to:
- Unlimited Users: No more worrying about user limits—everyone on your team can access Empower.
- Membership Records: Keep track of all your members with an intuitive and easy-to-navigate database.
- Check-In System: Simplify your event and service check-ins with a built-in system.
- Contributions Tracking: Manage donations effortlessly, ensuring you’re always in control of your finances.
- Member Portal Access: Allow your congregation to update their own information, sign up for events (using third-party links), contribution statements, online directory, and more.
- Emails and Messaging: Stay connected with your members via email, plus get 100 free text messages each month.
Plus, we’re developing an Empower Accounting module, so stay tuned for that addition! Currently, Empower offers the option to integrate with PowerChurch Online's accounting features to assure you still have the tools to steward your ministry's finances.
Transitioning to Empower
One of the most common questions we get is, "Will my PowerChurch data convert to Empower?" The good news is, yes! Most of your existing data can be transferred over during your trial setup. While features like events and library resources won’t carry over due to the differences in platforms, the majority of your vital information will transfer seamlessly. And don’t worry—our team is here to help with the process to make it as smooth as possible.
Ready to Give Empower a Try?
Switching to a new system can feel daunting, which is why we offer a 60-day free trial of Empower ChMS. You can set this up easily at EmpowerChMS.com without any credit card or commitment required. During this trial, you’ll be able to convert your existing PowerChurch data (from your own back-up file) and explore Empower’s features to see if it’s the right fit for your church.
And if after 60 days you’re not convinced, no problem! PowerChurch Plus and PowerChurch Online aren’t going anywhere. We’re committed to offering tools that work best for your ministry, whether that’s staying with what you know or exploring new options.
What’s Next for PowerChurch Plus?
We’re excited about Empower as are many of our customers, however we do want to clarify that PowerChurch Plus and PowerChurch Online products do not have an expiration data or reason to be sunset . We are committed to continuing to offering, supporting, and improving these trusted platforms for the foreseeable future. Empower simply allows us to offer new features and tools to ministries like yours. Empower offers all of the benefits of a subscription-model product, however we understand that's not an option for many of our customers. PowerChurch Plus is a popular solution for churches looking for a one-time cost.
Ready to explore Empower ChMS? Visit EmpowerChMS.com today to start your free 60-day trial or request a demo and see how Empower can take your church management to the next level!