What every industry can learn from church streaming

Why churches are quietly leading the way in digital connection—and how you can follow Live streaming has come a long way—and churches have quietly helped lead the charge. When in-person gatherings paused, churches didn’t sit back and wait. They adapted—fast. From small-town sanctuaries to sprawling multisite ministries, leaders scrambled to take their services online. But …

How to Stream a Multi-Day Conference Without Losing Sleep (or Your Audience)

There’s something powerful about bringing people together for a multi-day conference. Whether it’s in person, online, or somewhere in between, these events create momentum, spark new conversations, and drive shared vision. And more and more, that experience is moving online. From church networks and ministry summits to leadership retreats and hybrid conferences, the demand for …

The Business Case for Bulletproof Streaming Infrastructure

When you think about your organization’s most important moments—big announcements, Sunday worship, staff trainings, live events—chances are video is involved. And in those moments, things have to work. That’s why more and more leaders are asking a simple question: Is our streaming setup really built to last? Because in today’s world, video isn’t just a …

Elevating the Fan Experience with Multi-Angle and On-Demand Replay

When someone tunes into your live stream—whether it’s a worship service, a Friday night football game, or a community concert—they’re not just looking for content. They’re looking for connection. And the truth is, a single static camera doesn’t always cut it. Not when people are used to fast-paced, dynamic, and fully immersive experiences across every …

What makes a streaming platform “enterprise grade”?

If you’ve been in the world of video streaming for a while—especially for your church, nonprofit, or organization—you’ve probably seen the term enterprise grade tossed around a lot. But what does that actually mean? At its core, an enterprise-grade streaming platform is one that’s built for real-world reliability, built-in resiliency, and built to scale. Whether …

How to run a giveaway during a live stream

Across platforms like YouTube, Facebook Live, and even Instagram or TikTok, creators and churches alike are turning to live stream giveaways as a way to deepen connection, drive engagement, and reach people who might otherwise scroll right past. It’s not just for influencers or big brands. Churches, artists, indie creators, and nonprofits are all seeing …

The Ultimate Guide To Taking Sermons Digital

Every week, pastors research, study, write, and deliver sermons to their congregations. Then, just mere hours after they finish one sermon, they begin writing a new one for the next Sunday. In fact, 36 percent of pastors say they start sermon writing on Monday. Pastors spend a ton of time preparing their sermons, but for …

How to avoid packet loss when live streaming

Live streaming lives or dies by the strength of its connection. If you’ve ever watched a stream that stutters, freezes, or suddenly drops in quality, you’ve seen packet loss in action. Packet loss happens when data traveling from your streaming setup to your audience’s screens doesn’t make it all the way. Instead of a smooth, …

Selecting a high-performance streaming provider for live broadcasting

Live streaming has never been more important. Churches, businesses, and organizations across industries rely on it to connect with audiences in real time. But not all streaming providers deliver the seamless experience viewers expect. Lag, buffering, and low video quality can turn an otherwise powerful message into a frustrating experience. A high-performance streaming provider should …

Church live stream pre-production, production, and post-production tips

In today’s world, live streaming has become a vital way for churches to connect with people, whether they’re in the sanctuary or watching from home. It’s a powerful tool for reaching members who can’t attend in person and engaging a broader online community. A well-executed live stream allows your church to share its message far …