Mobile Message
6.2#18 in church text messaging softwareA$1.60, paid onceWebAPI
VisitMobile Message vs Shepherding Connections
Shepherding Connections
7.2#3 in church text messaging softwareFrom $29 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Mobile Message | Shepherding Connections |
|---|---|---|
| Security | The company says stored data is encrypted with 256-bit AES, connections use TLS 1.2 or above, and two-factor authentication is available. | The maker says data is transmitted over HTTPS/TLS, encrypted at rest with AES-256, and isolated by church at the database layer. |
| Support | The Trust Centre says support is available by email and 24/7 live chat. | The documentation says support messages receive a reply within one business day. |
Mobile Message plans
- Prepaid SMS credits — first purchaseA$1.60, paid once
- Prepaid SMS credits — standard pricingA$24, paid once
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 Mobile Message if…
Mobile Message is aimed at Australian businesses, from small operators to high-volume campaigns, that need web or API SMS. It suits teams wanting scheduling, two-way replies, integrations, and carrier delivery reporting.
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.