Text In Church Acquires the First Impressions Conference
At Text In Church, we’ve always been committed to helping church leaders build meaningful connections and engage their communities effectively. We’re thrilled to announce a major milestone in that mission—Text In Church has acquired the First Impressions Conference!
This marks a significant step forward for us as we expand our impact, offering new ways for church leaders to grow, learn, and strengthen their ministries. The First Impressions Conference, under the leadership of Greg Atkinson, has been a trusted resource for years, known for events that equip churches with powerful strategies to create welcoming environments for guests and members alike. Now, under the Text In Church umbrella, its influence will grow even further.
The First Impressions Conference is now just one of the many ways First Impressions will equip and serve church leaders in 2025 and beyond!
What This Means for Church Leaders
This acquisition isn’t just about growth—it’s about expanding opportunities for church leaders to learn, develop, and enhance their first impressions strategies.
- First Impressions Academy – A brand-new initiative designed to provide the content, community, and coaching church leaders need to see growth in their churches. The Academy launched in the fall of 2024 to an exclusive group of Founding Members. We are excited to now have the Academy open to the public, offering in-depth courses, playbooks for teams, live events throughout the week, and more to help churches create welcoming experiences that lead to connection. Learn more about it here.
- Online Conference – May 2025 – We’re bringing the value of First Impressions directly to you with an online conference on May 21, 2025, making expert-led training more accessible than ever.
- In-Person Conference – September 9-11, 2025, in Kansas City – The First Impressions Conference is coming back in person, giving church leaders a hands-on, experiential learning event with leading voices and local church leaders working in hospitality and guest care.
A Bold Step Forward
At Text In Church, we’ve always been dedicated to helping church leaders make their people feel known, noticed, and loved. By bringing First Impressions into the fold, we’re doubling down on that commitment, equipping leaders with tools and training to create unforgettable experiences for guests and members alike. This acquisition isn’t just about growth—it’s about transformation. Together with First Impressions, we’re empowering churches to build stronger connections, cultivate deeper community, and make every guest feel like they’ve found their home.
- Co-found & CEO, Tyler Smith
This acquisition is a defining moment for Text In Church. We are here to stay, growing stronger than ever, and committed to being the leading resource for church communication and engagement. The addition of First Impressions to our product offerings reinforces that mission and gives us new ways to support and equip church leaders.
We invite you to explore First Impressions Academy, mark your calendars for the upcoming conferences, and join us as we take this exciting next step. Visit First Impressions to learn more!
