Hanner Communications
Practical software for churches and small businesses, with personal support from founder Roy Hanner.
A+ rating with the BBB of Eastern Carolinas
Our products
Each product has its own website and its own support. Here is what each one does and who it is built for.
ChurchBooks3 Desktop
Full fund accounting for treasurers who want their books on their own computer, with more than 20 years of history behind it.
- Windows program installed on one computer
- Works without an internet connection
- Your financial data stays on your church's computer
- Tracks restricted and unrestricted funds separately
- Year-end contribution statements for every donor
Best for: a church with one treasurer who keeps the books at one desk.
ChurchBooks3 DesktopChurchBooks3 Online
Simple church bookkeeping that runs in your web browser, built for teams and volunteers who work from different places.
- Nothing to install, sign in from anywhere
- Multiple users and multiple locations
- Automatic backups
- Givelify online giving page with a QR code on every plan
- Free 30-day trial, no credit card required
Best for: a church where more than one person helps with the finances.
ChurchBooks3 OnlineMilestone Growth
A digital growth portal that helps small businesses get found online and win more customers.
- Website design and upgrades
- Local SEO and Google Business Profile
- Google review management
- AI search optimization
- Progress tracked in one simple client dashboard
Best for: a small business, church or nonprofit that wants to be easier to find.
Milestone GrowthOur story in three dates
- 2002Roy Hanner founds Hanner Communications in Bear Creek, NC, and ChurchBooks3 begins as locally installed church accounting software.
- 2010ChurchBooks3 launches its public web presence at churchbooks3.com.
- 2026Milestone Growth launches as a small business growth portal.
Common questions
Is Hanner Communications related to Hancom Inc.?
No. Hanner Communications is an independent company in Bear Creek, North Carolina. It is not associated with Hancom Inc. of South Korea.
Is ChurchBooks3 only for churches?
No. Nonprofits, 501(c)(3) organizations, charities, foundations and associations also use ChurchBooks3.
Does Hanner Communications still offer IT or web services?
Our individual IT and database services have been retired. Website design and upgrades for small businesses are handled through Milestone Growth.
Is Hanner Communications a phone or telecommunications company?
No. Despite the word “Communications” in its name, Hanner Communications is a software company. It does not sell telephone, internet, telemarketing or call center services. Its companies are ChurchBooks3, church accounting software, and Milestone Growth, which provides website design and upgrades, local SEO and Google review management for small businesses.
Where does the name Hanner Communications come from?
The name comes from Luke 24:17, where Jesus asks two disciples on the road to Emmaus, “What manner of communications are these that ye have one to another?” It reflects the company's approach of listening first, then helping.
What is the difference between ChurchBooks3 Desktop and ChurchBooks3 Online?
ChurchBooks3 Desktop is a Windows program installed on one computer and works without an internet connection. ChurchBooks3 Online runs in any web browser, supports multiple users and locations, and includes automatic backups.
How do I get support?
For ChurchBooks3, use the ChurchBooks3 support page. For Milestone Growth, email support@milestone-growth.com. For anything else, call (919) 769-4216 or email support@hancom.us.
Talk with us
Questions about either company? Call (919) 769-4216 or email support@hancom.us.
Hours: Mon–Thu 10 AM–7 PM, Fri 10 AM–5 PM, Sat 9 AM–2 PM Eastern. Closed Sunday.