40 Ideas for the Best Church Merch

Church merchandise and swag is always a good idea! Be it a gift for visitors to your parish, a special parish anniversary ornament, or aprons for the kitchen team, your community will always appreciate the thought behind a little church merch. Before we dive into our extensive list of ideas, though, let’s quickly cover how to create these items.

How Do I Create Customizable Church Merch?

First, before you buy anything, you need a professional-looking church logo. The better your logo, the more likely your parishioners will want to sport your merch and swag! If you don’t already have a logo that you love, our design team can help you refresh or even redesign it.

Second, find out if there are any printing companies who are already connected to your church. Is a local business who prints custom clothing and merchandise already advertising in your church bulletin? Use Parishes Online to find out. Another option is to inquire if anyone else at the parish has used a local company to create merch in the past. Partnering with a local business is a great way to enhance your connection to your community. If you can’t find someone nearby, simply do an internet search for the type of merchandise you would like to customize and you will find that there are a plethora of options out there.

Finally, remember to always make sure that the company you choose to buy swag from is ethically sourcing its material and labor before buying from them. It is counterproductive to Catholic Social Teaching to support unethical companies who abuse their workers and pollute the environment. So, consider the impact of the choices you make for your church swag. Cheaper may not always be better — morally speaking.

Now, onto the list!