The group message board system in Elvanto allows group members to communicate, share important information, and for group leaders to announce updates. The message boards are configured at the group category level after enabling them in the Member Area.
Enabling Group Category Message Boards
Who Can Send Messages
You can control who can send messages:
- All Members: Allows all group members to communicate. Useful for socializing.
- Leaders and Assistant Leaders Only: Limits posting to group leaders, ideal for using the board as a notice board.
Message Style
Customize how messages are displayed with two styles:
- Message Board Style: Traditional board layout.
- Chat Style: Chat-like layout.
This setting does not affect who can post, only how messages are displayed.
Notifications of Messages
Individual members can control how often they are notified of new messages:
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Click on the “Notifications” Option at the Top of the Message Board
- Don’t Notify Me: No notifications are sent.
- Notify Me When There’s New Messages Only: A notification is sent for the first new message since the user last checked.
- Notify Me with a Digest Once per Day: A daily notification is sent if there are unread messages.
Note: This setting is controlled by individual members and cannot be changed by admins.
By configuring these settings, you can tailor the group message board to best suit your church's needs and ensure effective communication within your groups.