Documentation

Quick Start Guide

Get up and running with Outward Sign in just a few minutes.

Step 1: Create Your Account

1. Visit outwardsign.church

2. Click Sign Up in the top right

3. Enter your email address and create a password

4. Check your email for a verification link

Step 2: Set Up Your Parish

After logging in for the first time, you'll be guided through the onboarding process:

1. Parish Information - Enter your parish name, address, and contact details

2. Parish Settings - Configure default language, timezone, and preferences

3. Invite Staff - Add other staff members to collaborate

Step 3: Add Locations

Before creating events, add your parish locations:

1. Navigate to Locations in the sidebar

2. Click Create Location

3. Add your church, chapel, parish hall, etc.

Step 4: Add People

Build your parish directory:

1. Navigate to People in the sidebar

2. Click Create Person

3. Add parishioners, staff members, and ministers

Step 5: Plan Your First Sacramental Celebration

Now you're ready to plan a sacramental celebration:

1. Navigate to the appropriate module in the sidebar (Weddings, Funerals, Baptisms, etc.)

2. Click Create to start a new record

3. Fill in the participant information (bride/groom, deceased, parents, etc.)

4. Link the celebration to an event (or create a new calendar event)

5. Choose readings and customize petitions

6. Assign ministers and liturgical roles

7. Save and print your liturgical script

Note: Events (found in the Calendar) are standalone calendar entries for scheduling. Liturgical planning, minister assignments, and script generation happen in the specific sacrament modules.

What's Next?

Tips for Success

  • Start Small - Begin with one or two upcoming events
  • Invite Your Team - Collaboration makes planning easier
  • Explore Templates - Use built-in petition and liturgy templates
  • Print Early - Test your printed scripts before the celebration