Let’s talk for a moment about the popularity of podcasts and why it should matter to your ministry: 80% (Approx. 230 Million People): That is the share of Americans (ages 12+) who have ever listened to or watched a podcast—marking…
At StreamingChurch.tv, we know as artificial intelligence tools become increasingly accessible, policies are very important. This policy below provides a principled, practical framework for staff, ministry leaders, and volunteers to use AI responsibly, ethically, and securely in service to your…
To the outside observer, life in a pastoral family can look idyllic. Sundays are filled with fellowship, worship music, and handshakes; the calendar revolves around community service, holidays, and celebrations of faith. But for the woman standing quietly by the…
As a retired pastor, I know Sunday services are the heartbeat of your church community, but a powerful message shouldn’t end when the final song is sung. Making your past services easily accessible on-demand ensures that your congregation can stay…
As August rolls on and the lazy, hazy days of summer start winding down, a familiar shift begins to happen in communities everywhere. Schedules are tightening up, back-to-school shopping is in full swing, and families are getting ready to slide…
What does it take to build technology for the church that lasts a quarter-century in an industry defined by rapid turnover? In Episode 530 of the Church Solutions Podcast, co-hosts Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy celebrate a monumental 25-year milestone…
Whether a church has a dedicated human resources department or leaves personnel management to the executive pastor and the church board, handling people comes with unique challenges. In Episode 526 of the Church Solutions Podcast, host Phil Thompson sat down…
For churches, live streaming is no longer just an extra perk—it’s an essential front door for your ministry. Whether you are trying to reach homebound members, military families, or seekers checking out your church online before visiting in person, your…
Just before the pandemic lockdowns hit, very few churches had active streaming setups. Only around 22-27% reported streaming their church services. By April 2020, an astonishing 97% of churches had spun up some form of digital service to keep their…
If your Sunday morning stream feels like a high-stakes broadcast production that requires a seasoned crew of four, five, or six people just to keep the image on screen, it is time to have a hard conversation. The most common…