Getting online
How to get your service online
You have your production equipment together. What now?
The next step is getting your video production from your location to the Internet. There are a few options you can choose to do this.
Option 1: Record a service and upload it.
You can choose to record your service and then upload the video to the Internet. This is the best option if you do not have Internet service available at your location or if you do not have a reliable high-speed Internet connection. However, you can still make your service just as engaging as a live broadcast.
Option 2: Go live using video conferencing.
You can choose to go live using a video conferencing software, such as Zoom, Google Meet, WebEx, or FaceTime, just to name a few options. This option is best if you want to go live with your service but want to have the ability to have live video interactions with those who attend the service. It also allows you to have more control on who is involved in your service.
Option 3: Go live using video broadcasting.
You can choose to go live with a video broadcasting platform, such as Vimeo, YouTube, or Facebook Live. This is the best option if you want to have a focused service feed, and there is an opportunity for interaction using chat functionality. This form of online gathering is most effective when you also have a team to welcome those who are coming online and also having a strategic plan on following up with visitors.
Need support?
There are many possibilities to produce a great live experience of the worship service. Ultimately, the online broadcast is an expression of the church, and producing services with simplicity and excellence is key to a sustainable online ministry.
Should you need more help with getting your church online, please do not hesitate to contact us.
