Summary: This guide presents two effective methods for sharing your weekly church bulletins online in Sites—uploading them as News Posts for automatic archiving or creating a dedicated Bulletins page—and strongly recommends using PDF files for consistent formatting across all devices.
Before You Begin
- Regardless of the option chosen, you must convert your bulletin document to a PDF file to ensure consistent formatting.
- Decide whether you prefer automatic archiving (News Post) or manual control (Dedicated Page).
Step-by-Step Instructions
Option 1: Uploading Bulletins as News Posts
1. Create a New News Post each week. [Use the instructions in the related article.]
2. Attach the bulletin as a downloadable PDF file in the File Downloads section of the post.
3. Use a consistent graphic or image for each post. [This creates visual recognition for your weekly bulletins.]
4. Publish the News Post. [The bulletin is automatically archived on the News page.]
Option 2: Creating a Dedicated Bulletins Page
1. Create a dedicated page named "Bulletins" (or similar). [Use the instructions in the attached video].
2. Upload the latest bulletin PDF each week using the File Downloads section of the page.
3. Manually remove older bulletin PDFs as needed. [The page provides a single location for current bulletins.]
Troubleshooting & FAQs
- Why should I use a PDF file for my bulletins? Using PDF files ensures consistent formatting across different devices and operating systems (Mac, PC, mobile), so all users see the bulletin as intended.
- Where do past bulletins go if I use the News Post option? All bulletin posts are automatically archived on the News page, providing visitors with easy access to past issues.