Description #
The Articles module adds blogging functionality by providing a way to share blog posts or resources with the world, categorized by topics or guest authors.
Module Integrations #
- Beliefs: Links articles as resources in Basic Beliefs and Theological Distinctions, connecting doctrinal content.
- Recommendations: Links articles as recommended resources to promote key content.
- People: Connects articles to authors via Guest Authors or website users, linking to member profiles.
- Testimonies: Shares topics for thematic connections, enhancing story organization.
Module Options #
Customize the Articles module to fit your church’s needs.
- Navigate to Church Infinite > Website Settings > Modules > Articles or Articles > Options in the dashboard.
- Configure display settings, such as summary length (e.g., 140 characters) for article previews.
- Save changes to apply settings across your website.
Content Management #
Articles #
Description: Articles are blog posts or resources for sharing news, insights, or teachings, organized by authors and topics.
Adding:
- Go to Articles > Add New in the dashboard.
- Enter a title (e.g., “Finding Peace in Faith”) and content for the article.
- In the article details section:
- Select an author (Guest Author or website user).
- Add a 140-character summary for previews.
- Upload a featured image for visual appeal.
- Assign topics for thematic categorization.
- Click “Publish” to display the article on the “Articles” page under Resources.
Editing:
- Go to Articles > All Articles.
- Hover over the article and click “Edit”.
- Update the title, content, author, summary, image, or topics.
- Click “Update” to save changes.
Deleting:
- Go to Articles > All Articles.
- Hover over the article and click “Trash”.
- To permanently delete, go to Articles > Trash, hover, and click “Delete Permanently”.
- Note: Deleted articles cannot be recovered unless restored from a backup.
Content Options: Enhance articles with:
- Summary: Write a 140-character preview for article listings.
- Featured Image: Upload an image (e.g., 800x400px) for visual impact.
- Content: Include text, images, or embedded media (e.g., videos) for rich posts.
Guest Authors #
Description: Guest Authors are contributors who write articles, often from outside your church, and can be linked to member profiles.
Adding:
- Go to Articles > Guest Authors.
- Click “Add New Guest Author”.
- Enter the author’s name (e.g., “Dr. John Lee”).
- Optionally add a description or link to a People profile.
- Save to add the author.
Editing:
- Go to Articles > Guest Authors.
- Hover over the author and click “Edit”.
- Update the name, description, or People profile link.
- Save changes.
Deleting:
- Go to Articles > Guest Authors.
- Hover over the author and click “Delete”.
- Confirm deletion.
- Note: Deleting an author removes it from associated articles, but articles remain published.
Linking to People: Connect Guest Authors to profiles:
- When adding or editing, select a profile from the People module.
- Save to enable profile visibility on article pages (if configured).
Topics #
Description: Topics categorize articles by themes (e.g., “Faith”, “Community”), shared with Sermons, Podcasts, and Testimonies for cross-module connections.
Adding:
- Go to Articles > Topics.
- Click “Add New Topic”.
- Enter the topic name (e.g., “Faith”).
- Save to add.
Editing:
- Go to Articles > Topics.
- Hover over the topic and click “Edit”.
- Update the name.
- Save changes.
Deleting:
- Go to Articles > Topics.
- Hover over the topic and click “Delete”.
- Confirm deletion.
- Note: Deleting a topic removes it from associated articles, but articles remain published.
Cross-Module Use: Topics connect content:
- Sermons: Categorizes sermons.
- Podcasts: Groups episodes.
- Testimonies: Organizes stories.
- Topics added here are available in these modules.