Kansas City Christian Software Firm Expands Church Communication Tools
A Christian texting software company based in Kansas City has successfully integrated three companies that it acquired in 2024. Text in Church purchased First Impressions, PastorsLine and Huddle Talks to position the company as the most comprehensive communication and leadership platform in the ministry space, according to the company.
These acquisitions have empowered Text In Church to offer a fully unified suite of tools, training and resources that help churches simplify communication, deepen relationships and lead with confidence. Since the acquisitions, the company has added nearly 1,500 new churches to its community and significantly expanded its capabilities to better serve ministry teams.
“These acquisitions represent a clear step forward in how we support church leaders,” cofounder and CEO Tyler Smith said. “We are dedicated to providing straightforward, effective tools that simplify and enhance the impact of ministry. By bringing together First Impressions, PastorsLine and Huddle Talks under the Text In Church umbrella, we offer churches a comprehensive solution that combines practical training, powerful software and a shared heart for ministry.”
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In May 2025, more than 600 church leaders participated in the First Impressions Online Conference. With more than 150 churches now enrolled in First Impressions Academy, ministry teams are gaining real-time access to best practices for creating welcoming church environments and enhancing guest retention. Academy members have exclusive access to monthly training modules, playbooks and systems; live coaching sessions; and a community of likeminded ministry leaders.
Through Huddle Talks, pastors and church leaders have access to leadership coaching, team communication resources and proven strategies for building healthy ministry cultures.
Meanwhile, the PastorsLine acquisition has strengthened the texting platform with new features such as voice broadcasts, expanded page functionality and enhanced integrations with leading church management systems. These upgrades help churches centralize their communication efforts and improve engagement between Sundays.
For more information, visit www.textinchurch.com.
–Alan Goforth | Metro Voice
