Platform - Releasing November 2026
This release improves Platform speed, scalability, and reliability. Most enhancements happen behind the scenes, but there are a few visible changes you should be aware of.
Sent Message Archive
- Sent messages and messages that are waiting to be sent are now kept in separate places. This allows MinistryPlatform to more quickly check for messages that need to be sent, which helps your system perform faster.
- As soon as a message sends, the Platform moves it to the sent list; nothing is deleted. Sent messages are under , and messages that haven't sent or failed are under .
- Message records now have separate tabs for those that have been sent (Recipients) and those waiting to be sent (Recipients: Pending).
- Contacts now have separate tabs for messages that have been sent (Message Log) and those waiting to be sent (Messages Pending).
Note: Technical Notes on Message Records: No action is required for most teams. Organizations using custom reports, processes, or webhooks to message data should review their solutions.
- dp_Communication_Messages now contains only unsent messages.
- Sent messages are automatically moved to dp_Communication_Messages_Archived at send.
- No changes were made to Templates or Communication records.
- We have worked with Juxt + Blackpulp and Points North Systems to help ensure their integrations continue to function as expected.
Faster Giving Unit Summary
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The page now loads significantly faster, even for large data sets! Note that data now refreshes nightly. To see when it changed, check the new Last Refresh date on any Giving Unit Summary record.
Flexible Date Searches
- Date searches are now more flexible in the page grid. You can search using formats like "Aug 3", "August 3rd", "08/03", or "*2025" to quickly find matching records.
Additional Benefits
- Faster page loading and record counts.
- Faster login verification code delivery.
- More reliable text and email notifications.
- Reduced server load from background processes.
Reminders
- AI features in Template Editor: We disabled the AI-powered features in the Template Editor Tool. Your SPoC received an email about this. Existing templates are safe, and you can still add your own content. Check out the Template Editor Tool help page for steps and tips.
- Reminder about Support Hours: Support is available Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST/EDT. If you submit a case outside of these hours, including on a holiday, the case will be reviewed at the start of the next business day. If your concern cannot wait, you can call 843-413-8400 and leave a voicemail. We are notified and will work to assist you. Hourly rates may apply for off-hours assistance. For all the details, see Support Hours & Holidays.