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More than 40 years serving churches and organizations with professional photography, marketing support and product expertise.
Church directory photography
Church Directory Photography
Beautiful printed and digital church directories featuring timeless portraits on our signature blue background.
More than a directory
A Connection That Lasts
A church directory is more than names and photographs. It helps members recognize new faces, reconnect with familiar ones and strengthen the sense of community within your congregation.
For more than four decades, The Portrait Cafe has partnered with churches to create directories that strengthen connections within their congregations. Every family and individual is photographed on our professionally lit blue background for a clean, classic and consistent look.
Beautiful portraits. Thoughtful service. Lasting partnerships.
Timeless blue-background portraits
A clean, consistent portrait style designed specifically for beautiful printed and digital church directories.
40+Years of Experience
ProfessionalFamily Portraits
OnlineDirectory Access
MobileWeb App Access
ThoughtfulPlanning Support
Why churches partner with us
A Directory Experience Built Around Your Congregation
Our role is to help make the project organized, welcoming and enjoyable from the first conversation through the finished directory experience.
Portraits Families Love
Professional photographers create inviting family portraits on our signature blue background for a timeless and consistent directory presentation.
A Process That Respects Your Time
We help churches plan an easy-to-accomplish project with clear communication and ready-to-use promotional resources.
A clear, welcoming process
How the Church Directory Program Works
Every congregation is different, so the details are tailored to your church. The overall process stays straightforward.
- 1
Schedule Photography Days
We help plan photography dates and communication that fit your congregation.
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Blue-Background Portraits
Every family and individual is photographed on our professionally lit blue background for a clean, timeless appearance.
- 3
Directory Design
Your church provides member information while The Portrait Cafe prepares the portraits and professionally designed directory.
- 4
Directory Delivery
Your church receives its finished directory along with the online and mobile access included with the confirmed program.
Online and mobile access
Your Church Directory... Anywhere.
Every participating family receives secure online access to your church directory from any computer, tablet or smartphone. Periodic updates help your congregation stay connected with current information supplied by the church office.
- Secure online directory access
- Mobile-friendly access from phones and tablets
- Periodic directory updates
- Easy access for participating families and church staff
Availability and program details are confirmed with your church during planning.
Affirmation from church leaders
Trusted by Churches and Their Teams
“We would like to thank The Portrait Cafe for creating for us a beautiful church directory for our congregation. It is in a class all of its own and we appreciate the professional and inviting images that it portrays.”
“The entire experience from initial contact to the finished product has been very professional and customer oriented.”
“You and your staff have worked very hard to ensure that we have a quality product. I will recommend you to all.”
Helpful promotional resources
We Help You Prepare Your Congregation
Picture-day communication matters. The Portrait Cafe can provide promotional material your church can use on its website, Facebook page or in print to help members prepare for their photo session.
- Ready-to-share picture-day information
- Helpful preparation guidance for families
- Support for communicating the directory event
Common questions
Church Directory Program FAQs
What background do you use?
Every family and individual is photographed on our professionally lit blue background, creating a timeless and consistent appearance throughout your church directory.
What digital directory options are available?
The program may include access to the TPC Online Church Directory and TPC Mobile Web App. Your Portrait Cafe representative will confirm the specific options available for your church.
Can the online directory information be updated?
The current program information states that online directory information can be updated every four months for two years using information supplied by the church office.
Do you provide materials to help promote picture day?
Yes. Promotional materials can be supplied to help your church communicate the portrait event and help members prepare for their session.
Can you work with congregations of different sizes?
Yes. The Portrait Cafe offers an assortment of directory formats and will discuss the needs and approximate size of your congregation before recommending next steps.
Let us do the work with you
Ready to Create a Directory Your Church Will Treasure?
Tell us about your congregation and we’ll help you explore an organized, welcoming church directory experience.
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