Share sermon notes with your congregation — instantly
Sermon notes help your congregation go deeper with Sunday's message. Key scriptures, reflection questions, and application points give people something to return to throughout the week.
Why sermon notes matter
Research consistently shows that people retain more of what they hear when they have a way to reference it later. Sermon notes serve that purpose: they anchor the message in something tangible that members can return to on Monday morning, use in small group discussion, or share with a friend who missed service.
But if sermon notes live only in a PDF buried in a folder or require members to handwrite them during service, most people won't have them by Wednesday. Effective sermon note sharing means making them instantly accessible — on the phone, right after service ends.
What to include in shared sermon notes
Key scriptures
The primary Bible passages referenced in the sermon — so members can read them in context at home.
Sermon outline
The main points or structure of the message, giving a clear framework for the whole sermon.
Memorable quotes
Phrases or statements from the sermon worth keeping and sharing.
Reflection questions
Questions that prompt personal application — great for journaling or small group discussion.
Application points
Specific, actionable steps for living out the message during the coming week.
Further reading
Recommended books, passages, or resources for members who want to go deeper.
How to share sermon notes with Preachly.io
Preachly.io includes a dedicated sermon notes section on every service page. Write your notes directly in the editor and they appear as readable, well-formatted content on your congregation's phones — alongside the sermon slides, worship songs, and announcements.
- Write notes in the Preachly.io editor — formatted text appears in the mobile viewer
- Notes display alongside slides, songs, and announcements on one page
- Attendees access everything by scanning a QR code — no account required
- Update notes any time before, during, or after service
- All content is branded with your church logo and colors
Sermon notes vs sermon slides — what's the difference?
Sermon slides are the visual presentation shown on the screen during service. Sermon notes are the accompanying written content — scripture references, outline, reflection questions — that give more depth and context.
Both serve different purposes and different members. Some people want the visual slides to revisit. Others want the written outline to study. Preachly.io delivers both in the same place, on the same service page, accessible from the same QR code.