Initial Meeting/Discovery: Laying the Foundation for Your New Website

August 28th, 2024

Picture of bricks being laid with mortar and a line to meet with a hand gently laying on one brick. Embarking on the journey to create a new website for your community of faith can be exciting. At Worship Times, we believe that the foundation of a successful website lies in understanding your community and aligning it with your digital presence. This is where our Initial Meeting/Discovery phase comes into play. Here’s what to expect and why it’s so crucial.

Getting to Know Your Community

The first step in our process is to delve deep into understanding who you are. We want to learn about your community of faith, exploring key aspects such as:

Who You Are: What are the core values, mission, and vision of your community? How do these elements shape your identity and influence your online presence?
What You Do: What are the primary activities and services you offer? How do you engage with your members and the broader community?
Your Story: How does your story fit within the larger narrative of God’s story? We aim to capture this narrative to ensure your website reflects your unique journey and purpose.

Discussing Site Needs and Features

During our initial meeting, we will thoroughly discuss your website’s requirements and desired features. This includes:
Site Navigation: How should users navigate your site? We’ll explore the best structure for a user-friendly experience that guides visitors through your content.

Desired Integrations: What functionalities are essential for your site? Whether it’s event management, donation systems, or communication tools, we’ll discuss the integrations needed to enhance your site’s effectiveness.
Home Page Content: What key messages and elements should be highlighted on your home page? We’ll determine how to showcase your most important content to engage visitors from the moment they land on your site.
Design Elements: We’ll discuss your design preferences, including color palettes and fonts, so the visual aspects of your site align with your community’s branding and identity.

Exploring Inspiration Sites

We will also discuss inspiration sites. These are examples of websites that resonate with you and reflect aspects you admire. They don’t necessarily have to be sites built by Worship Times; any site that you find inspiring or relevant can serve as a reference. This discussion helps us understand your aesthetic preferences and functional requirements better.

Why This Phase Matters

The Initial Meeting/Discovery phase is crucial because it sets the stage for the entire project. By gaining a deep understanding of your community, needs, and preferences, we can tailor our approach to create a website that truly represents your values and meets your objectives. This collaborative process ensures that your site will not only be visually appealing but also functional and reflective of your unique story.
As we embark on this journey together, our goal is to build a website that serves as a powerful tool for connection and engagement within your community. We look forward to discovering more about your vision and working together to bring it to life.