Skip to main content
Green binary audience decorative image for WebBuild

G-Suite & iCloud Online Collaboration

Learn to use G-Suite and iCloud tools for effective online collaboration, sharing, and teamwork in ministry and beyond.

Module 5 - Lesson 2
WebBuild Links: WebBuild Home Module 1 Module 2 Module 3 Module 4 Module 5 Module 6 - Resources & Extras

G-Suite & iCloud Online Collaboration

Play

Online collaboration tools are essential for modern ministry and teamwork. This lesson explores the powerful capabilities of G-Suite and iCloud tools, showing how to use them effectively for tasks like sermon prep, shared spreadsheets, and password-protected lists.

iCloud Pages, Numbers, and Keynote

Apple’s iWork suite—Pages, Numbers, and Keynote—is an intuitive and powerful collaboration tool. Hosted in iCloud, it enables simultaneous editing from any device, including Mac, Windows, Linux, Chrome OS, iPhone, iPad, and even Android (with some configuration).

Key benefits of iWork:

  • Simple, user-friendly interface.
  • Seamless design capabilities.
  • Compatibility with Microsoft Office.

As a former Apple Certified Trainer, I highly recommend iWork for its ease of use and collaborative features. Watch the video for a demonstration of its capabilities.

G-Suite (Google Apps)

G-Suite—Docs, Sheets, Forms, and Slides—offers another excellent option for online collaboration. It’s easy to use, accessible on all devices, and integrates perfectly with domain-based email accounts set up in Module 3.

Key benefits of G-Suite:

  • Free to use for individuals and nonprofits.
  • Cloud-based storage and sharing.
  • Versatile tools for document creation and teamwork.

See the video for a detailed walkthrough of G-Suite’s features and applications in ministry.