Replacement Guide

How to Build Your Own Church Windows

Replace Church Windows with a custom build. Church Management Software

Weekend Project
40 features1 integrationsOne weekend

Estimated Timeline

Based on 40 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.

1
Setup & scaffolding
2 hours
2
Core features
4-6 hours
3
Polish & deploy
2 hours

Recommended Tech Stack

Next.js 14

Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components

Supabase

PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions

Tailwind CSS

Utility-first styling for rapid UI development

Key Features to Replicate

Top features across 8 categories. See all 40 features

Support & Training(15 features)

Classroom Style TrainingPremium

Join trainers at the Church Windows facility for group training sessions.

Concierge Support by AppointmentPremium

Afterhours appointment times available if scheduled three business days in advance.

Customized Live Web TrainingPremium

Customized and individualized training with a skilled Support Trainer at $85.00 per hour.

Digital Training Workbook SubscriptionPremium

Stay up-to-date with newest Training Workbooks for all Modules.

Help Files

Newly rewritten and redesigned context-sensitive guides with instructions, tutorials, and project examples within the software and on website.

+10 more in this category

Accounting & Finance(4 features)

Accounting Module

Utilizes fund accounting to track funds separately and provides ease and flexibility in reporting and exporting. Fully-integrated with Donations and Payroll with direct import capabilities.

Accounts Receivable Add-onPremium

Optional add-on allowing creation of invoices and statements, perfect for church schools and daycares.

Budget Management

Handles church budget tracking and reporting through the Accounting module.

Fund Accounting

Tracks funds separately for non-profit and church accounting needs with flexible reporting and exporting capabilities.

Consulting(3 features)

Data Reviews & ConsultationsPremium

Skilled Consultant analyzes your data and provides direction on data and practices to help operate more efficiently.

Payroll Helper ServicesPremium

Hire an expert Consultant to setup and help manage your Payroll Program.

Project Helper ServicesPremium

Service to help with large tasks such as initial data setup or data cleanup. 20% off for Elite Subscribers.

Donations & Giving(3 features)

Donations Module

Tracks member pledging and giving while creating detailed reports that summarize giving. Integrates with Accounting for easy transfer of monies. Offers option of emailing givers' Donation Statements and importing electronic giving.

Electronic Donation Statements

Option to email givers' Donation Statements electronically for a green alternative to traditional mail.

Electronic Giving Import

Easily import electronic giving data into the Donations module.

Member Management(3 features)

Attendance Tracking

Tracks attendance trends for members within the Membership module.

Membership Module

Maintains family records and member involvement in the church; integrates with Scheduler and Donations. Includes ability to email members and groups.

Volunteer Management

Organizes volunteer opportunities and tracks member involvement in volunteer roles.

Reporting(3 features)

Data Export Capabilities

Easy and flexible reporting and exporting of data from Accounting module.

Detailed Giving Reports

Creates comprehensive reports that summarize congregation's giving and pledging.

Transaction History

Maintains comprehensive history of all transactions for review and auditing.

Calendar & Scheduling(2 features)

Event Management & Resource Tracking

Manages church calendar and resources needed for events with customizable tracking of locations and equipment.

Scheduler Module

Creates and shares the calendar of events on the church website or by email; integrates with Membership to assign people duties at events. Customize to track locations and equipment.

Deployment(2 features)

Network License

Link multiple computers on the church's wired network.

Web & Desktop Versions

Choose between remote web-based access or locally-installed desktop version.

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying Church Windows

Monthly$19/mo
Yearly$228/yr
5-Year Total$1.1k

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~3 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyVery Easy

Total Cost Comparison

1 Year
SaaS
$228
DIY
$240
3 Years
SaaS
$684
DIY
$720
5 Years
SaaS
$1.1k
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 40 features at very easy complexity.

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