NOTE: You can position the window that contains this guide to the side of the main browser window so that this document remains viewable while you navigate the website.
HOME PAGE
LEFT SIDE BAR:
Navigation links
These links (Home, Calendar, Ministries, etc.) on the left side bar and on the bottom of each page will lead you to main pages within the website
Upcoming events
Click on an event to find out more details
RIGHT SIDE BAR:
The Bible Says
Click on a caption to read a story. A new story is added daily.
Sunset Schedule
Lists precise Sabbath sunset times based on the church building’s geographical location.
Login/Customize
Click on this link to login to the website if you are a church member.
You will need to be logged in to view the directory or submit calendar events for approval.
Currently, the photo gallery also requires a login.
In the login field enter: firstname.lastname@blvdfriendly.org
(lowercase, exclude: accents, apostrophes, hyphens, and suffixes such as Sr. or Jr.; hold down the shift key and press the number 2 on the main keyboard to input the @ symbol)
Use the password provided to you at church. If you have any questions, email webhelp@blvdfriendly.org Include your first and last name in the email so that we can identify you as a church member or member's relative.
Example: Phillipé O’Hare-McDonald Sr.
Login: phillipe.oharemcdonald@blvdfriendly.org Password: XXXXXXXX
Once logged in, you will be taken to the Welcome Menu.
Click on “Edit My Profile” to update your name, contact information, and preferences.
On the “Main” tab:
You may update your address and phone number.
The email address entered here will serve as your future login.
Change the default password to something you can remember.
On the “Directory” tab:
Check or uncheck the box next to “(Check to be included in the online directory.)”
You may enter any offices you hold in the leadership field and any interests you have in its respective field.
Click the green “Save and Submit” button to save your changes and return to the Welcome Menu.
You are now free to click on the navigation links at the top of the Welcome Menu page.
Once you are finished, click on “Logout” located way down in the bottom right hand corner of your screen.
If you are having any difficulty, email webhelp@blvdfriendly.org for login assistance.
Please state your first and last name in the email so that we may identify you as a church member or member’s relative.
Website User’s Guide
Brings up this document. You can position this window to the side to keep this guide open while you view the website in the main browser window
CALENDAR
View options in the upper right hand corner:
Cell view - view as a graphical calendar, click on an event to get more details
List view - lists events in a table, click on the “+” sign to get more details
After logging in, you may click on the “Add event” link located way down at the bottom of the page to submit an event to be included in the church calendar. Fill in the required fields as indicated and click on the “Save this event” button at the bottom of the page to email a notification to the calendar administrator. Once approved, the event and its details will be displayed on the website.
NEWSLETTER PAGE
Click on the Ministry Development Newsletter link to download the latest issue
You will need Adobe Reader installed on your computer to view these PDF files. A free download link is provided.
MINISTRIES PAGE
Listings for various church ministries such as: children’s ministries, family ministries, health ministries, ministry through music, women’s ministries, and youth ministries.
Special Instructions:
AdultSabbathSchool
Click on the SabbathSchool cover to take you to www.ssnet.org
Select the Bible version and lesson number from the pull down menu atop the page. Then press the “Go To” button. This leads to an online version of the Sabbath School Lesson similar in appearance to the printed Lesson book.
Click on the "Central Study Hour" link to open a new window from www.amazingfacts.org with links to download streaming audio or video Sabbath School Lessons.
Ministry Development
Click on the Ministry Development Newsletter link to download the latest issue
You will need Adobe Reader installed on your computer to view these PDF files. A free download link is provided.
PHOTO GALLERY
Click on the event listed to display a slideshow of uploaded photos.
Move the mouse immediately above the photo display to reveal slideshow controls used to hide captions, pause the slide show, or change the slide show speed (using a left to right slider).
Move the mouse immediately below the photo display to reveal photo thumbnails. Clicking on a thumbnail will show its photo in the display and pause the slide show.
DIRECTORY
Use the search box to find a listed member by name, leadership, or interests.
Click on the “Print directory” link (top right hand corner of the page) to view a printable PDF file of the entire directory. You will need Adobe reader installed on your computer. It is a free download from www.adobe.com/products/reader
CHURCH POLICIES PAGE
Click on a policy link to download it in PDF format. You will need Adobe Reader installed on your computer to view these files. A free download link is provided.
NEWS
Frequently updated Adventist news feeds from various networks.
DEVOTIONALS PAGE
Click on a devotional link to view its contents.
RESOURCES & LINKS PAGE
Links to other useful websites: Adventist-related reference, bible study/research, books/DVD sellers, education, local Adventist churches, Adventist magazines, official AdventistChurch websites, religious liberty, and Adventist television/radio sites.
Most helpful links under:
Adventist-Related Reference Pages
160+Adventist links – takes you to a page with over 160 links for key Adventist (and other) organizations.
Bible Study/Research
Adventist Biblical Research Institute -provides in-depth analyses of many controversial subjects ranging from Adventist Heritage to Science and Religion.
Ellen G. White Estate – In the left side bar, click on “Search Writings of Ellen G. White” to proceed to directions for searching and reading all of Ellen White’s writings.
CONTACT US PAGE
Includes a listing of regularly scheduled church meeting times, the Pastor’s office hours, and a link to maps and driving directions.
