Introducing CP Sermons 1.5: Transcripts and Full Site Editing

We’re excited to announce the release of CP Sermons 1.5, a feature-packed update designed to help you manage and present your sermon content more efficiently. With new capabilities for Full Site Editing, transcript support, and optimized importers, this release takes your sermon library to the next level.

What’s New in CP Sermons 1.5?

1. Transcript Support for Messages

One of the most anticipated features is finally here! CP Sermons now includes a built-in transcript section in the messages table. This allows you to easily upload and display sermon transcripts alongside your audio and video content, making it easier for users to read along or reference specific parts of your sermon. With this feature, your sermons become more accessible and searchable, improving engagement with your congregation.

2. Full Site Editing Compatibility

With the move toward Full Site Editing (FSE) in WordPress, we’ve ensured that CP Sermons 1.5 is compatible with the latest block themes. Now you can create church websites using your favorite FSE theme. Full compatibility with FSE will be coming in the future. If this is something you are waiting for, please let us know you you’d like to use it!

3. Optimized SermonAudio Import

We’ve worked hard to improve the SermonAudio import process, ensuring it runs faster and more reliably, even for large datasets. Whether you’re importing dozens or thousands of sermons, the process is now smoother, with better error handling and performance enhancements. This ensures that you spend less time managing imports and more time focusing on what matters—delivering impactful sermons to your congregation.

4. CSV Importer Enhancements

For users managing sermon content in bulk, we’ve made significant improvements to the CSV importer. Now running as an asynchronous process, sermon imports won’t be subject to server issue or timeouts. With more robust error reporting and validation, you’ll have greater control over the import process, reducing the risk of mistakes and saving you time on manual corrections.

Why This Update Matters

At Church Plugins, we are committed to creating tools that empower churches to better connect with their communities. The CP Sermons 1.5 release brings several critical updates to help churches save time managing their sermon libraries, improve their website’s user experience, and leverage the latest WordPress technologies like Full Site Editing.

Whether you’re a pastor, webmaster, or part of a media team, CP Sermons 1.5 provides new capabilities to elevate your sermon management, making it more powerful and easier to use.

Upgrade to CP Sermons 1.5 Today!

If you’re already using CP Sermons, upgrading is simple. Just head over to your WordPress dashboard, check for the latest update, and click “Update Now.” If you’re new to CP Sermons, you can learn more and purchase the plugin here.