"Which platform should I use to reach people effectively?" This is a common question for digital churches. The answer depends on what you're aiming to achieve. In this article, I'll share my insights on how to choose the right platform to meet the specific goals of...
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Holiday Video Planning
Getting your video graphics and streaming setup ready for the Fall holidays in a house of worship requires attention to both technical details and the spiritual atmosphere of the services. Let's lay out a plan to ensure it is a smooth experience. You will need to...
Cant You See The Font On The Screen?
When selecting the proper font size for video streaming in a house of worship, it’s important to consider visibility, clarity, and the overall worship experience. By following the basic guidelines you can achieve the right balance on all of your displays. Understand...
Getting the Right Aspect Ratio
In the video display world, getting your image right is key. Whether you're working on a large-scale video wall, projection screen, a video monitor, or just editing or streaming, you know getting the resolution and aspect ratios right is a major part of displaying....
Research Reveals How to Slash The Cost Of Streaming By 74%
Livepeer Studio announces the launch of a new free report by technology analysts Caretta Research, revealing how video companies can reduce the cost of interactive live streaming (ILS) by 74 percent through distributed streaming infrastructure. The report highlights...
Streaming Churches: A Simple 5-step Blueprint for More Success
I understand that it can be frustrating for churches that have been live-streaming for a while without seeing their desired impact. However, I am still excited about the potential of live-streaming churches to impact people's lives positively. Streaming Churches: Key...
New Hollyland Camera Offers Unrivaled Live-streaming Experience
Hollyland, a brand centered on real-time wireless transmission and live-streaming technologies, announced the launch of a new version of live-streaming cameras to offer the experience of “Go Live with One Tap.” The VenusLiv V2 is designed for users seeking outstanding...
Why the Tech Arts Conference at CFX 2024 is a Must-See Destination for Your Tech Team
This year the Church Facilities Expo (CFX) will actually be the site of four separate conferences, rather than one conference with different learning tracks. This enables attendees to pay to attend just the conference they're interested in, or get an all-access pass...
Creating a Larger Online Audience
How do you create a larger online audience for your house of worship? Creating a larger online audience for your house of worship involves a combination of effective digital strategies, engaging content, and community-building efforts. Taking key steps to help you...
What No One is Telling You About Live Streaming and Why It’s Crucial
In today's digital age, communication isn't just about talking – it's about connecting. Think about it like this: Jesus adjusted his talking style based on whom he was speaking to. When hanging out with his disciples, it was different from when he was talking to...
Adding Video Displays Around Your House of Worship
As more congregation members seek an experience in their worship service, adding video displays around your house of worship can be a great idea. Depending on your community's needs and goals, some displays can show live service coverage based on your live stream or a...
Will Moving Video Walls Be The Next New Thing For Houses Of Worship To Install?
Moving video walls could indeed become a trend in houses of worship, especially in larger congregations or those looking to enhance their worship experiences with technology. At InfoComm 2024, I saw the LG Booth and stopped in my tracks. It really drew attention as...
Is Anyone Out There Live Streaming?
YES, they are out there! Many houses of worship continue to live stream their services. Live streaming has become an integral part of how churches and other religious organizations reach their congregations, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic...
Livepeer Studio Cuts the Cost of Live Streaming and Transcoding by up to 80%
Livepeer Studio unveils a revolutionary video streaming platform offering an unprecedented combination of quality and cost-efficiency to content creators, media and entertainment brands, enterprises, houses of worship, and a broader range of sports companies. Livepeer...
Your Church’s First PTZ Purchase
Buying your first church PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) camera is a significant step in enhancing your church's video production capabilities. If you're the tech person making the purchase, you may be nervous about making the right choice. Here are some important factors and...
Getting That Live Streaming Up & Running
Many Houses of Worship still seem to walk the line on live streaming their worship services and special events. Some would like to, because starting a live stream can be an exciting way to share content with an audience in real-time, but they just don't have enough...
Navigating Church Streaming Copyright Issues
As more and more churches begin streaming services online, issues related to copyright are on the rise. As you may already know, copyright issues can make or break a Sunday morning service live stream. Your church’s stream can suddenly be muted or stopped from...
Broadcast Your House of Worship Service Anywhere
You can broadcast your house of worship service virtually anywhere with the appropriate technology and permissions. Here's how: Online Streaming Platforms: Use online streaming platforms such as YouTube, Facebook Live, Twitch, or Vimeo to broadcast your services to a...
Broadcast Audio: Are We Hearing What We’re Seeing?
We've all experienced attending a group event when someone is taking photos. After the event when you see the pictures, what's the first thing you look for? Yourself, of course. We all want to feel good about our presence in photographs. Some want to blend in, others...
Is Live Streaming Still Necessary for Your Church?
Recently, a large church in Portland, Oregon announced their decision to stop live streaming their worship services. The church still plans to share videos of the teaching portion of their Sunday services so people who cannot attend in person or who prefer to watch...
6 Keys to Help You Decide the Right Streaming Service for You
With so many different services available, how do you know which one is the best fit for your requirements? This article will help you choose. One of the most interesting things that has happened over recent times is an explosion in the number of churches and...