Clearstream
6.9#4 in church text messaging softwareFrom $35 a monthAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitClearstream vs Shepherding Connections
Shepherding Connections
7.2#3 in church text messaging softwareFrom $29 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Clearstream | Shepherding Connections |
|---|---|---|
| Automations | Text-to-join keywords can add people to a list, send an auto-response, and trigger a workflow of scheduled texts. | Automations can send SMS or email, create follow-up tasks, assign team members, branch based on replies, and run on a repeating cadence. |
| Security | The terms state that Clearstream takes service security seriously but does not ensure or guarantee the security of the services. | The maker says data is transmitted over HTTPS/TLS, encrypted at rest with AES-256, and isolated by church at the database layer. |
| Support | Every plan includes live chat, email, phone, and Zoom support. | The documentation says support messages receive a reply within one business day. |
Clearstream plans
- US Free 30-Day TrialFree
- US $35 plan$35 a month
- US $59 plan$59 a month
- US $119 plan$119 a month
- US $229 plan$229 a month
- US $339 plan$339 a month
Shepherding Connections plans
- Free ForeverFree
- Small Church$29 a month
- Medium Church$49 a month
- Large Church$99 a month
- Unlimited$199 a month
Pick Clearstream if…
Clearstream suits local churches that need member messaging, visitor follow-up, and email communication in one service. It also fits ministries or campuses that need separate subaccounts and branded church resources.
Pick Shepherding Connections if…
It suits pastors, elders, and deacons who need to coordinate visitor follow-up by text. Churches should note the geographic limit and that SMS requires a paid plan.