Creating a New Sermon
Objective
This SOP outlines the steps to create a new sermon on the church website using the CHMS system.
Key Steps
1. Log into CHMS 0:00
- Access the CHMS for the website.
- Ensure you are on the correct campus for the sermon.
2. Navigate to Content Tab 0:16
- Click on the 'Content' tab.
- Confirm that 'Sermons' is selected as the first type of content.
3. Create New Sermon 0:24
- Click on 'New Sermon' to start entering information.
4. Gather Sermon Notes 0:35
- Retrieve sermon notes from the email sent by Patrick.
- Download the notes that contain blanks for uploading.
5. Enter Sermon Information 0:50
- Input the description for the sermon (e.g., "First part of Romans, Romans 9, 1 to 29").
- Assign a tentative title (e.g., "God's Sovereignty, Our Responsibility").
6. Verify Title and Speaker 1:10
- Confirm the sermon title with the preacher if necessary.
- Select the speaker (e.g., Patrick Shea).
7. Choose or Add Series 1:19
- Select an existing series or create a new one (e.g., "Gospel Life: Romans").
- Set it as the current sermon series.
8. Add Topic and Passage 2:00
- If applicable, add a topic.
- Enter the book of the Bible or specific passages (e.g., "Romans 9, 1 through 29").
9. Upload Media Files 2:39
- Add any media files related to the sermon.
- Rename the downloaded notes file to match the format: "notes [sermon date]" before uploading.
10. Save as Draft 3:15
- Save the sermon entry as a draft.
- Plan to return to add sermon video and audio files later.
Cautionary Notes
- Ensure all information is accurate before saving the draft.
- Double-check the sermon date and file names to avoid confusion later.
Tips for Efficiency
- Keep a consistent naming convention for files to streamline the upload process.
- Regularly check for updates or changes in sermon details to maintain accuracy.