Introduction

Welcome to the team! This guide will walk you through the entire process of posting a church event, from logging in to the final review. Following these steps ensures our website stays organized and our invitations look professional.

1. Accessing the Website

1. The Login Page: Open your browser and type pasaysdachurch.org/wp-admin.
2. Your Credentials: Enter the unique Username and Password provided by the Admin.
3. The Sidebar: Once logged in, look at the black vertical bar on the left side of your screen. This is where you find everything.

2. Starting a New Event

1. Where to Click: Hover your mouse over PAC Events in the sidebar.
2. Add New: Click the Add New button that appears in the sub-menu.
3. The Title: At the very top, where it says “Add title,” type the name of your event.
   • Example: Youth Night: Faith & Fellowship 2026
4. The Slug (URL): In the right-hand sidebar, click the URL link. Ensure it looks like our standard: event-name-2026.

3. Writing the Narrative

In the large white area (the Editor), describe your event.

• Vision: Share why this event matters spiritually.
• Formatting: Use short paragraphs. You can use the + button to add images or bullet points inside the text.

4. Filling the “Big Rocks” (Mandatory Fields)

Scroll down past the text editor until you see the Event Details box. The website requires these fields to display the event on the homepage.

• Date & Time: Click the box to pick the start date and time.
• Location: Type the venue (e.g., “Main Sanctuary”).
• Registration Link: Paste your Google Form link here. If you leave it blank, the button will say “Contact Us.”
• All-Day Toggle: Flip this to Yes ONLY if the event has no specific start time (like a holiday).

5. Featured Image & Excerpt (The Right Sidebar)

Look at the panel on the Right Side of your screen. Ensure the “Event” tab is selected.

1. Featured Image: Click Set Featured Image.
   • Requirement: Upload a horizontal (16:9) photo.
   • Note: If your photo is too small or vertical, a Warning Popup will appear. For the best look, use a photo at least 1280px wide.
2. Excerpt: Scroll down in that same sidebar to find the Excerpt box.
   • Write a 1-sentence teaser.
   • Need help? Ask Gemini: “Write a 15-word teaser for [Event Name].”

6. Green Light SEO (Yoast)

At the very bottom of the page, find the Yoast SEO box.

• Focus Keyphrase: Type your Event Name.
• Meta Description: Write one inviting sentence.
• Goal: Make the bar turn Green! (Example: “Join us for a powerful night of worship and community at PAC. Register now!”)

7. Submit for Review

1. Preview: Click the Preview button at the top right to see how it looks. (Look for that automatic red “SOON” badge if the event is within 48 hours!)
2. The Button: Click the blue Submit for Review button.
3. Approval: An Admin will review your work, fix any image crops, and hit “Publish.”

Quick UI Shortcut Reference:

Goal	Where to Click
Start an Event	Sidebar > Events > Add New
Set Time/Location	Bottom of page > Event Details
Set Image/Teaser	Right Sidebar > Post Tab
Submit Work	Top Right > Submit for Review