Getting Started: Navigating and Customizing Your Website
In this introductory training video, Jonathan from Artspeak Creative walks you through the essentials of accessing and updating your new website. He demonstrates how to log in, navigate the WordPress dashboard, and make initial customizations to settings, logos, contact information, and event details. This video is the first in a series designed to empower you to manage and update your site content easily and efficiently.
Editing Pages with Bricks Builder: Content & Layout Customization
In this second training video, Jonathan from Artspeak Creative dives into using the Bricks Builder editor to update your website’s content and layout. Learn how to edit page elements, update images, change button styles, and customize dynamic content that pulls from your site settings. Jonathan also covers embedding videos, adjusting event templates, and managing contact forms to streamline your website editing process. This tutorial ensures you have the tools to make quick, effective changes to your site.
Advanced Styling & Mobile Optimization with Bricks Builder
In this final training video, Jonathan from Artspeak Creative covers advanced customization options for your website using the Bricks Builder editor. Learn how to adjust theme styles, fine-tune typography, and update colors to match your parish’s branding. Jonathan also explains how to optimize your site for mobile devices, ensuring it looks great across various screens and breakpoints. This tutorial gives you the tools to maintain a consistent and polished appearance on both desktop and mobile views, allowing for a seamless user experience.
FAQ
How do I update my latest Youtube sermon?
Youtube Instructions
- Go to Your Channel – Start by going to youtube.com and navigate to your YouTube channel. Find the sermon you want to add to your website.
- Click on “Share” – Below the video, look for a button that says “Share.” It’s usually right under the video player and looks like an arrow pointing to the right.
- Choose “Embed” – When you click “Share,” a menu will pop up with several options. Click on the one that says “Embed.”
- Copy the Embed Code – After clicking “Embed,” you’ll see a box with some computer code in it (this is the “embed code”). Click “Copy” to save this code.
- Paste the Embed Code in Your Website – Now, login to your site and click on “Theme Settings” on the left hand panel. Select the “Service Information” tab, then find the box that says “Latest Livestream” then paste the embed code there. You can just click “Paste” or press
Ctrl + V(orCommand + Von a Mac).
Who does the contact form go to?
It goes to the default contact email. You can confirm this email by logging into your site, clicking on “Theme Settings” on the left side, then click on “Contact Settings” from the list that pops up, and check the contact email on the top. This is also the email that displays in the footer of your site.
How do I request feedback / help?
You can use the feedback tool on your dashboard or get in touch with us directly using this link:
https://form.asana.com/?k=NDeeOwzxRGTziOz7gS-pqA&d=8031936350274
How to add a newsletter to your site (post)?
Even though you call it a newsletter, WordPress refers to it as a post—they are the same thing! Follow these steps to add a new newsletter to your site.
1. Log in to WordPress
Go to your website’s login page and enter your username and password. This will take you to the WordPress Dashboard.
2. Navigate to the Posts Section
On the left-hand menu, look for Posts and click on it. This is where all your newsletters (posts) live.
3. Add a New Newsletter (Post)
Click Add New at the top of the page. This will open a blank post where you can enter your content.
4. Add a Title
At the top, you’ll see a space that says Add title. Type in the title of your newsletter here.
5. Add Your Content (or skip to step 7 if its just a link)
Below the title, there’s a large text area where you can type your newsletter content. Just start typing like you would in an email or document.
6. Add a Featured Image
On the right-hand side, find the section labeled Featured Image. Click Set Featured Image, upload your image, or select one from the media library, then click Set Featured Image again.
7. Set the Newsletter Link (Optional)
If your newsletter is an external file (like a PDF or a webpage link) instead of a regular post, scroll down to the section called Newsletter Fields.
- By default, the newsletter will work as a normal post.
- If your newsletter is an external file, select “External, Im going to link my content somewhere else”
- A blank field will appear—paste the link to your external file here.
- When visitors click Read More, they will be taken directly to this link instead of the full post.
8. Publish Your Newsletter
Once everything looks good, click the Publish button in the top-right corner to make your newsletter live on the website.
And that’s it! You’ve successfully added a newsletter (post) in WordPress. 🎉