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Build “person”ality into your church newsletter
Without people-focused articles and photos, church newsletters would be quite lackluster. Readers love to learn more about others while catching up on church-related news. A newsletter conveys a warm, friendly image by opening the metaphorical door to the church and showcasing people through words and pictures. This human element invites visitors to come into the…
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Use Postcards To Create Event Invitation
A well-attended event is a successful event. And, a key to good attendance is communication! Of course, you can always extend invitations by email, calls, or texts to get the word out, but having an invitation that shows up in one’s mail that serves as a physical reminder of the event is another excellent option.…
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How To Avoid “Smooshed” Or Distorted Images
We’ve all faced this classic problem: needing an image to fit in a certain space, but it’s just not the right size. When you’re trying to make an image fit, it’s important to always maintain the aspect ratio; otherwise, the image will look “smooshed” or distorted. Try cropping images One of the easiest ways to…
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Church News Bulletin Redesign Case Study
Church Bulletin Redesign scores a “win” for the weekly news bulletin! A subscriber in Texas asked for new ideas for her church’s weekly bulletin. Because “The Champions Spirit” is packed with information, it basically serves as a mini-newsletter each Sunday. The Nameplate To update the bulletin’s look, our designer first energized the nameplate. With an…
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Freezing Or Locking Elements In Place
Have you ever had an image “jump” positions after you add or edit text in your document, only to have it move again the next time you edit? Annoying, right? Some programs — such as Word, Publisher and even Photoshop — give you an option to “lock” an element in place. This is especially helpful…
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Use Grids And Frames To Showcase Images
Whether you’re showcasing pictures of the youth group, a recent bake sale or highlights from a mission trip, aligning images or using frames can present a more professional look. Although, let’s be honest: Adding any pictures of delicious desserts is sure to grab attention, no matter the layout!
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