I agree, I would like it if there was an LDS.org program that enabled the bishopric and the music director to insert the information for the ward program. It would be awesome if it could be edited from the LDS Tools App. I know that there are members who have created Google Docs to resolve this need, but trying to get members to accept and learn both LDS.org and Google technology for their church callings has been a long process thus far.
In my experience, if I say, "Hey, LDS.org has a new app for that" the ward members will generally up and try it out the app. If I say, "I just created a Google Doc that will help us with our responsibilities" members often think what I did was cool but it is like pulling teeth to get anyone to use the Google Doc.
This idea of creating an online Sacrament Program Editor for ward leadership could also play into creating an online and/or app Sacrament Program Viewer for ward members. This would cut down on the costs, waste, and cleanup created from printing out programs every Sunday. Of course, not everyone uses this type of technology, so having an option to print out the program would need to be a part of the application to give paper copies to these ward members.
Some things to think about is creating an optional ability to link the LDS.org calendar items, birthday lists, leadership directories, and missionary/service men contact information so that this information can be displayed withing the digital and paper program. Of course we would want to create an ability to insert guest speakers, musical performances, and even inspirational messages from ward leaders. Also a catalog of art to use for the program cover would be useful.
I like the idea of being able to keep track of who has offered prayers and given talks, and what hymns have been sung.
I am not sure how we would go about lobbying for an online Sacrament Program to be worked on. If anyone knows, please let me know.
