Posted by Bryan on January 4, 2010 under News & Updates | 
We are excited to announce the introduction of administrative features for the Ministry Themes. We have received several requests to introduce this functionality. The new features will make setting up the theme, easier and more intuitive.
Currently the focus is on improving administration of the front page. Currently updates to those pages, require a manual alteration to the site’s code. With the introduction of these exciting features anyone who can use a computer can update, and alter the website. We have also included a few other important fixes, which will make the latest version of the Ministry Theme, the biggest update ever!
Currently we are still getting all the nasty bugs or other errors and will release this update shortly. Ministries currently using the theme are eligible for FREE updates! Simply post a comment here or on the support forum, and I will send you the update once we make sure everything is performing at its best!! Additionally, we will be contacting everyone who purchased a Ministry Theme, to see if you want the update.
Do you have any ideas for future developments? We would love to hear your thoughts! Comment below.
Posted by Bryan on October 31, 2009 under |
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Can you add xyz?
To get create a request for any feature that you think would be helpful or useful, visit our support forum and create a thread asking for that feature.
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I am looking for a place to host my site, do you have any recommendations?
Yes, contact me to discuss reliable and fast host to place your Ministries website.
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Can the main logo be changed easily?
Yes. Currently it requires uploading a new image and at most a minor adjustment to one file.
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I have xyz version of the theme? What happens when newer versions come out?
Well, simply put, you get the upgrade! We believe everyone should have access to the latest and greatest versions no matter when they bought it.
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Can the color scheme be changed on the Ministry Theme?
The majority of the the Ministry Theme were created to use CSS to color the various items. These modifications should not be complicated for someone who knows both how to modify CSS. The CSS file is clearly documented and laid out for users to find exactly what they are looking for. However there are a few elements which are colored using an image, for
instance the gray gradient background. To change the color for these items, it requires opening those images in a image
editor and modifying them. I provide an additional service for Ministries who need help getting their theme the way they like it.
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Can the the sidebar contents under the guests/members/leaders section be changed?
These modifications should not be complicated for someone who knows how to modify html and php files, they are are clearly labeled (documented) and easy to change. I provide additional services for Ministries who need help getting their theme the way they like it.
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Can one have more than one event listed under Upcoming Events?
The Upcoming Events lists will list the most recent events automatically. However the plugin does allow you modify what is displayed and how it is displayed. If you would like to find more information about the plugin, I am using WPListCal.
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Can the “Staff Blog” and “Sermons” boxes be customized to have more than just 2 entries each?
These will be a slightly more involved change, because it will require editing the Wordpress files. However, it requires a very simply change to the home.php file, its currently set to “showposts = 2″ you simply change it to the number of posts you want. The same is also for the “Featured Articles”.
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Can the content for the “Staff Blog” and “Sermons” boxes be static content, or can it only be “recent posts”-type content?
Its also very simple to change the content to static however, when you require new content, you will need to re-dit that file. However, the Ministry Themes give you the ability to change the content from sermons to something more fitting for your Ministry. This will allow you to have a static looking section, without it being static.
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Can I get a refund?
We’re sorry, but as with all software, once you download it, it’s yours. No refunds are available. Please contact me with any questions or concerns prior to purchasing it.
Posted by Bryan on August 31, 2009 under News & Updates |
We are proud to release the long awaited update to the Ministry Themes first created by Brandon of Egrace Creative.
Ministry Themes is now under the careful eye and vision of Bryan of Resnodesigns.
The release brings compatablity with WordPress 2.8.
Future plans to incorporate new 2.8 functionality are in works.
- Edit the theme within the Admin
- Different themes to match your ministry’s personality
We are also open to your recommendations and insight. Voice your opinion
Posted by Bryan on October 6, 2008 under Installation and Setup |
Assuming you have hosting set up, and WordPress is installed, the next step is to install the theme…
1. Unzip/unpack your theme files.
2. Access your site with an FTP client.
3. Upload all theme files into the theme directory of your site, usually… www/wp-content/themes.
4. On your server, open the directory in the theme titled /plugins.
5. Move these files (1 folder and 1 file) into the plugins directory of your site, usually www/wp-content/plugins.
6. In your administration panel, go to Design and choose The Ministry Theme as your theme.
7. In your administration panel, go to Plugins and enable the 2 plugins called WPListCal (optional, but it offers a nice and easy event management tool) and Limit Posts.
That’s it. Just make sure to replace the logo – you can use our cross emblem but you’ll need some kind of graphics program to overwrite the name.
