Getting Started: Accessing the Content Section
From the left sidebar in the Admin Panel, click the Content icon (stacked layers).
On the Content Management page:
Select an existing Collection on the left panel (e.g., Sermons, Announcements, Events).
Or click + Add a Collection to create a new one.
Creating New Content
In the top-right corner of the Content page, choose:
Create AI — Let Apollos AI help you write content.
Create from Blank — Start from scratch and fully customize.
Add a Cover and Media
Add a Cover Photo
Click "Add Cover" to upload a header image from:
Files
Website URL
Camera
Google Drive / Dropbox
Shutterstock
Tip: Use a photo related to your content, such as a photo of your church, ministry team, or a themed image for the series.
Add Media
Click "Add Media" to embed:
Link: Direct video file URL (.m3u8)
YouTube: Paste a video URL or ID
Audio: Direct URL to an MP3 file (.mp3)
Using Content Blocks ("/" Command)
In the editor, type "/" to view and insert various content blocks.
Write with AI
Use /write with AI to get content suggestions quickly.
Prompt example: "Create a quote inspired by a Bible verse about love.”
AI will generate content you can Insert, Retry, or Discard.
Event Block
Use the /event block to highlight important church gatherings like Sunday services, Bible studies, or outreach events.
You’ll be prompted to enter:
Title: e.g., “Youth Worship Night”
Start & End: Choose the date and time
Location: e.g., church building, Zoom link
All Day: Toggle this on for all-day events
The screenshot below shows content that uses the Event Block.
This is how it looks in the Apollos Admin:
This is how it appears in the app:
Button Block
Use the /button block to create clear call-to-action buttons, such as:
“Register Now”
“Watch Sermon”
“Give Online”
After entering your button text, add the target URL.
You can also choose whether the link opens in the same tab or a new tab — perfect for linking sign-ups, videos, or giving platforms.
Image Block
Use the /image block to upload visuals like church banners, speaker photos, or event flyers.
You can upload an image from:
Your device
A direct link
Google Drive or Dropbox
After uploading, you can click Upload More to add more images or Done to finish.
Paragraph
This is your default text block. Use it to:
Share devotionals or message summaries
Write welcome messages
Explain what your content is about
Headings (H1, H2, H3)
Structure your content with headings:
H1: Title or main section (e.g., Weekly Bulletin)
H2: Subtopics (e.g., Announcements, Worship Setlist)
H3: Minor sections (e.g., Scripture Reference)
Bullet List
Use for:
Key points from a sermon
Highlights from a ministry
Numbered List
Use for step-by-step guides:
How to register for a retreat
Steps for joining a small group
Quote Block
Feature impactful statements:
Bible verses
Quotes from a sermon
Testimonies
Question Block
Insert interactive questions for:
Sermon reflection
Bible trivia
Small group discussions
Example:
Rearranging Blocks
Hover your mouse over any block.
Grab the drag handle on the left.
Drag and drop to rearrange the content.
Publishing Your Content
From the right side panel:
Publish: Set a go-live date/time
Expire: Set a content expiration date
#Tags: Add searchable keywords
Summary: Write or generate a teaser blurb
Engagement: Allow users to comment or not
Related Content:
Parent: Link it to a broader topic (e.g., "Sermon Series")
Child: Add sub-content (e.g., "Week 2 Message")
Click Publish (top right) when you're ready.
Editing Existing Content
Go to the Content Management page
Find your content
Click the pencil ✎ icon to edit
Changes are autosave
Unpublishing Content
Open the content using the Edit icon
Click Published button (top right)
Select Unpublish → status changes to Draft
Final Tips
Use headings and block types to organize content clearly
Take advantage of AI and engagement tools to add variety
Always preview before publishing!