The coronavirus pandemic has significantly disrupted our community life. Many of the things that define us as communities have had to be cancelled. Here, we'd like to describe how to ensure that communication and community don't suffer during this time, and how a dedicated app for your community can help. Just so you know upfront: you can test Communi for 30 days completely free of charge on communiapp.de/testapp.
1. Reach everyone
Have you ever been a visitor who found yourself standing in front of closed doors because you only discovered on-site that an event was canceled? Or are you a pastor who needs to communicate important information? Are you worried that people won't check the website or Facebook page? The information landscape is changing daily. This means that church leaders have to make new decisions every day. Therefore, it's essential for churches to have a channel through which they can reach people directly via push notifications.
Our apps allow church leaders to create "Official Posts." This enables them to communicate important information to everyone in seconds. Visitors also immediately see that these posts originate from the church leadership. They can ask questions within the chat messages.
2. Helping people
Covid-19 is affecting more and more people directly or indirectly. For many, it's currently impossible to do things like grocery shopping themselves, because they are at risk or in quarantine. The "offer/seek" function of our app is ideal for this. Those in need can ask the large pool of people in the community for help, or offer their assistance. For example, students can offer childcare through the app, thus relieving the burden on working parents. For larger communities, our group function even allows for organizing help on a neighborhood level. In this way, a sense of community can be shared amidst the challenges of the pandemic.
3. Provide communication channels – GDPR compliant
In times of physical isolation, it is all the more important that we offer people communication channels so they feel supported and part of the community at all times. Connecting prevents loneliness. In addition to chats within posts and groups, Communi also offers the option of one-on-one chats with a person. This allows relationships to be maintained, prayer requests to be shared, or even pastoral care conversations to take place. And all of this is fully GDPR-compliant and without exchanging phone numbers or email addresses.
Conclusion
We want to actively support communities in fostering a sense of community, helping one another, and staying in close contact even during the coronavirus pandemic. Our app can serve as a medium that centralizes community communication and ensures that everyone is informed and included.
You can find all information about Communi at communiapp.de/gemeinde.
Communi could be something for you? Then create now at communiapp.de/testapp your own app and test it for 30 days free of charge and without obligation.
