Best ways to use this missionary newsletter

  1. 1

    Monthly ministry update

    Share a regular update on what your ministry has been doing so supporters stay connected month to month.

  2. 2

    Prayer letter

    Dedicate a sidebar to specific prayer requests so partners know exactly how to pray with you.

  3. 3

    Support update

    Use a section to communicate support needs and thank partners, without claiming any payment is handled here.

  4. 4

    Mission trip recap

    Recap a recent trip with a short story and highlights so readers feel like they were part of it.

  5. 5

    Photo update newsletter

    Build the layout around photos with captions so the update is visual and easy to skim.

  6. 6

    Church partner report

    Send a concise report to partner churches summarizing progress and upcoming plans.

Online Missionary Newsletter Template

Customize online, preview your layout, then export a clean PDF for printing or sharing.

What you can edit

  • Newsletter Title
  • Missionary Name
  • Issue Month / Year
  • Update Headline
  • Body Text
  • Prayer Requests
  • Photo Caption
  • Contact Details

What to include in a missionary newsletter

A missionary newsletter usually leads with a title, the missionary's name, and the issue month, then a main update with a clear headline. A sidebar works well for prayer requests and a short support or contact section. Add one or two photos with captions so supporters can see the work and stay personally connected.

Keep it readable for far-flung supporters

Many readers skim, so use a strong headline, short paragraphs, and a sidebar for prayer points and contact details. Lead with a recent story or photo rather than a wall of text. Preview the layout to make sure captions sit with the right images and nothing overflows before you export a PDF to print or email.

Related missionary newsletter templates

Click any template to open it in the editor — customize, then export a print-ready PDF.

The Messenger
Issue 00 · Month 2026
Inside
• Headline story • Upcoming events • Volunteer spotlight • A note from us
Contact 000 Main St (555) 012-3456 yoursite.com
From the Pastor
Open with a short reflection or a thank-you to the congregation. The sidebar holds service times, contacts, and the week ahead.
More News
A second short item or announcement goes here — brief and scannable for your readers.

Church Newsletter (Sidebar)

THE
Church Herald
VOLUME 1 · ISSUE 1 · MONTH 2026
FROM THE PASTOR
A Season of New Beginnings
Replace this with your lead article — a pastoral note, a ministry highlight, or this month's theme. Two short, warm paragraphs read beautifully here.
Continue the story in this column, or introduce a second item — a volunteer thank-you, an answered prayer, or what's coming up this month.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Potluck dinner · Fri Month 00 — 6 PM Youth retreat sign-ups close Month 00 Worship night · Sun Month 00 — 5 PM
MINISTRY SPOTLIGHT
Each month we feature one ministry. Replace with two lines about who they serve and how to join them.
THIS SUNDAY — 9:00 AM Traditional · 11:00 AM Contemporary · Kids' church at both services
Church Name · 000 Main Street · (555) 012-3456 · churchsite.com

Church Newsletter

Grace Community Church
Sunday Service · Month 00, 2026
Order of Service
Welcome & Announcements Call to Worship Opening Hymn Prayer & Scripture Message Closing Hymn Benediction
This Week
Small groups · Wednesday 7:00 PM Youth night · Friday 6:00 PM Serve team meeting · Saturday 9:00 AM
Thank you for worshipping with us today.

Church Bulletin

Prayer Meeting
Wednesdays · 7:00 PM
Join us as we gather to pray for our church, our community, and one another. All are welcome — replace with your details.
Visit us · 000 Main Street · (555) 012-3456 · yoursite.com
Fellowship Hall

Prayer Meeting Flyer

How to customize this missionary newsletter

  1. 1
    Choose the template. Open the missionary newsletter template in your browser to start from a sidebar layout.
  2. 2
    Replace the placeholder text. Replace the placeholder headline and body with your latest ministry update.
  3. 3
    Add your church and ministry details. Fill in the missionary name, issue month, prayer requests, photo captions, and contact details.
  4. 4
    Preview the layout. Check that photos, captions, and the sidebar line up and nothing overflows the columns.
  5. 5
    Export a clean PDF. Export a clean PDF to print for mailing or to share digitally with supporters.

Frequently asked questions

Can I add photos from a recent trip?+

Yes. You can place one or more photos and add captions. Preview the layout so each caption stays with the right image.

Can I include a prayer requests section?+

Yes. The sidebar works well for prayer requests, and you can edit, add, or remove points for each issue.

Can I reuse the layout each month?+

Yes. Save your customized newsletter, then update the headline, body, photos, and issue month before exporting a new PDF.

Can I share it by email instead of printing?+

Yes. Export a clean PDF and you can print it for mailing or attach the file to email it to your supporters.

Do I need Microsoft Publisher installed?+

No. You design and export the newsletter entirely in your browser. If you already have an existing Publisher .pub file, you can also open it here.

Is this affiliated with Microsoft?+

No. Publish Media Software is independent and not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Microsoft Corporation. 'Microsoft Publisher' is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Is this only for Microsoft Publisher files?+

Publisher comes first: open your .pub files, start from a print-ready Publisher-style template, or create a brand-new document — all in your browser. As a bonus, you can also open Word, PowerPoint, PDF, and image files and fully edit them online when you need to.

Can I open a Word, PowerPoint, or PDF file too?+

Yes. Alongside Publisher .pub files you can open Word, PowerPoint, and PDF files (and PNG/JPG/WebP images) as an editable starting point, then edit them in your browser and export a clean PDF. Publisher is our focus; these are a convenience for the other files you already have.

Can I export a clean PDF?+

Yes. Every document exports to a clean, print-ready PDF — included on the free plan. You can keep editing online and return to your project anytime.