Free Resources for Churches (Marsha's Tools)

This online converter works well. Your document will be converted online, then you download the document.

Convert a PDF to Word – Online

http://www.pdfonline.com/index.htm


This converter is installed on your hard drive. It doesn’t work quite as well as the online version above, but you have the security of handling the document on your own computer. If the document is personal or contains sensitive information, this would be a better option.

Convert a PDF to Word – Download

http://www.free-pdf-to-word-converter.com


It is free for small users. With it you can create contact forms, invitations and surveys that you can add to your web site or use via email.

Wufoo – this is an online form builder.

http://www.wufoo.com


It’s great for pod casts or posting audio recordings of sermons or services online.

Audacity is free software for recording and editing audio.

http://audacity.sourceforge.net


It’s free for basic users.

Prezi is a site where you can create and share presentations.

http://prezi.com


Tags are free to create and use. You can add them to your printed materials, displays or even clothing (think of using one on a t-shirt that connects to your youth group web page!) You also have to download a free Tag Reader for your phone.

A Tag is a new kind of barcode that connects you to internet sites using your cell phone.

http://tag.microsoft.com/consumer/index.aspx


It works on all common computers. It stores all your data in an international open standard format and can also read and write files from other common office software packages. It can be downloaded and used completely free of charge for any purpose.

Open Office is a free software suite for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, graphics, databases and more.

http://openoffice.org


A free web-based application that helps you keep tabs on attendance, giving, salvations, and baptisms at your church

Church Metrics

http://ChurchMetrics.com


There's nothing to download or install, so you'll have instant access from any computer. Use your account to create, share, and collaborate with our community of artists.

Aviary has a suite of powerful creative applications that you can use right in your web browser.

http://Aviary.com


Called Esword. Written by a Christian programmer who wanted to "give something back. Many translations, commentaries, dictionaries available. There is a charge for items not in public domain but these are nominal. Example: The Message costs $10.

Bible Software. No charge.

http://www.e-sword.net