We certainly appreciated John and his professional attentive approach. Taking the time to listen and finding out what we were looking for and needed made the end result so much better
Helping churches communicate clearly
I’m John Millist. I create websites, branding and content for churches and Christian organisations, helping people understand who you are, find what they need and know how to get involved.
Projects
Projects
Services
Services
Working in creative agencies since 2005 I have picked up a number of skills that I now offer to churches and Christian organisations
Web Design
Websites that help newcomers find what they need and make updates manageable for your team.
Branding
A clear identity, from your message and logo to practical guidelines your team can actually use.
Graphic Design
Designs for print, social media and screens, from one event flyer to a coordinated campaign.
UX Design
Understand where users get stuck, then plan clearer journeys through your website, app or platform.
SEO/GEO/AEO
Improve your website’s search foundations and local presence so more people can discover your church.
Content writing
Website copy, articles and video scripts that help people understand your church and what matters to you.
Social Media
Planning, writing and scheduling social posts around what is happening in your church or organisation.
Working with me
Working with me
You’ll deal with me directly
Your first conversation will be with me, and I’ll stay involved as the work develops. We can talk by phone, video call or email, whichever works for you. I’ll explain my thinking, ask for your feedback and flag anything I need from your team. If a decision needs input from leaders, staff or volunteers, tell me and we can allow time for it. A quick question at the right moment can save a lot of back and forth later.
A plan you can share
After we talk, I’ll set out the proposed work, price, timescale and stages in writing. You’ll see what I’ll do, what I’ll need from you and when you can review the work. If your leadership team, trustees or PCC need to approve the project, you’ll have a clear proposal to share. The details vary by project, but the route won’t be a mystery. You can read more on my Process and Pricing page.
Start with what needs doing
Perhaps you need a new website or identity. Perhaps one part of an existing project needs attention. Tell me what you’re trying to change and what your team can take on. I’ll propose a scope, with the work, timing and price clear before you decide.
Built for your team to use
A change to your Sunday service time shouldn’t become a technical project. When I design and build a church website, I think about the people who will update it after launch. We can decide which pages and sections your team needs to manage, then build those areas to be editable. I can also provide a user guide if that’s part of the agreed project. The aim is a useful website that doesn’t depend on one person remembering where everything lives.
What else can I help with?
Your website is one part of how people encounter your church. I also offer branding, content, UX, SEO, social media and graphic design. Tell me what you’re trying to improve, and we can work out which piece needs attention first.
Client feedback
Client feedback
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Help articles
Help articles
Stuck on your website, your words or how people find you online?
I write about church websites, content and search in plain English, with practical ideas to help you decide what needs attention and what can wait.
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