Church Solutions

Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy

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Church Solutions features Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy providing solutions to your church ministry and tech issues. Phil and Steve share their combined experience of over 50 years in ministry.

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427 episodes

10 Ways You Can End Live Streaming Buffering

2024/03/26 ~ Episode 424 - You're streaming your church Sunday service and things are going well but then all of the sudden, it happens! Your video starts to freeze up!! What do you do We have some answers next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

28m
Mar 26, 2024
Is Live Streaming Still Vital for Your Church

2024/03/19 ~ Episode 423 - We all know that churches embraced streaming live because of the pandemic. Now that the pandemic is over, some have stopped or are considering stopping. We will discuss one church's decision on this and what your church should consider when it comes to streaming, next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

28m
Mar 19, 2024
From Niche to Necessity: The Evolution of Streaming for Church

2024/03/13 ~ Episode 422 - Streaming video for churches has undergone a significant transformation since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020: We will talk about the changes and the future next, on the Church Solutions Podcast.

28m
Mar 13, 2024
Practical Answers to Church Social Media Questions

2024/03/07 ~ Episode 421 Social Media can be challenging when trying to use if for your church, well today we speak with our own resident expert on this as he answers some practical questions on this topic, next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

28m
Mar 07, 2024
Great Tips for Mixing Audio with Live Streaming

2024/02/21 ~ Episode 420 When it comes to streaming video, one of the most common things overlooked is audio. Mixing audio with your live streaming doesn't have to be a chore, today we get some great tips from a season pro, James Wasem, next, on the Church Solutions Podcast!

28m
Feb 21, 2024
Insights to ProPresenter 7 with Paul Alan Clifford

2024/02/14 ~ Episode 419 - One of the most vital tools for church is presentation software, so today we talk with an expert on ProPresenter 7 , Paul Alan Clifford . We will review some the features it has that could improve your events, next of the Church Solutions Podcast.

28m
Feb 14, 2024
Why Churches Dont Need Ultra-High Bitrate Streaming

2024/02/06 ~ Episode 418 - In the age of crystal-clear 4K video, it's natural to assume that the higher the bitrate, the better the streaming experience. But when it comes to streaming for your average church service, there's more to the story than just megapixels.

28m
Feb 06, 2024
The Power of Digital Discipleship

2024/01/30 ~ Episode 417 - Digital Ministry, is it really the way the church should go We will talk with Bernie "Romans" Mapili , who has experience in both worlds, next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

28m
Jan 30, 2024
Rethinking Church - 7 Seismic Shifts in 2024

2024/01/24 ~ Episode 416 - To quote one of my favorite artists, the times they are a changing, and that really applies to how we do and think about church. We will talk about that in more detail next, on the Church Solutions Podcast

28m
Jan 24, 2024
Unveiling Digital Devo

2024/01/17 ~ Episode 415 - Hey Pastor, struggling to keep devotionals fresh for your members Learn about a game-changer on this important topic, next on the Church Solutions Podcast!

28m
Jan 17, 2024
Go Where the People Are: Reaching People with Social Media

2024/01/09 ~ Episode 414 - Social Media! You either love it or you don't, right Well regardless of your feelings, it's good if your church has a presence on social media and we've got some good tips for making posting to social media easier for you, next on the Church Solutions Podcast!

28m
Jan 09, 2024
Tips for Boosting Your Churchs Online Presence in 2024

2024/01/03 ~ Episode 413 - It's a New Year and new opportunities for new reach people. In today's digital age, where screens hold more sway than pews, an impactful online presence is no longer optional, its crucial!! Why We will talk about that next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

28m
Jan 03, 2024
From Pulpit to Pixel: A Balanced Look at Streaming on Social Med

2023/12/20 ~ Episode 412 - There are a ton of people on social media, so why shouldnt my church stream there Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson take a look at the benefits and drawbacks to streaming your church services on social media.

28m
Dec 20, 2023
Dont Let Tech Problems Ruin Your Christmas Service Stream!

2023/12/12 ~ Episode 411 - Wow, it will be here before you know it! Christmas! Yes, it can be overwhelming, especially to your tech department. But by following these tips, you can ensure that your stream is successful and that everyone has a great experience.

28m
Dec 12, 2023
How to Ensure Streaming Reaches Every Audience

2023/12/05 ~ Episode 410 - There is a misunderstanding out there about streaming video. Some people think sending your streaming video at a high bit-rate means greater quality. That is not always the case and actually can create problems. Here are some reasons why your church should not stream a high video bit-rate.

28m
Dec 05, 2023
The Power of Living the Word: How Gnowbe Transforms Lives

2023/11/29 ~ Episode 409 So-Young Kang is a committed believer who has a vision to help churches and ministries globally, and equip them with scaling discipleship, evangelism and daily growth by living the word, not just consuming it. And it's happening with a great tool called Gnowbe, we'll learn more about it and her, next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

28m
Nov 29, 2023
Faith and Technology: A Match Made in Heaven

2023/11/21 ~ Episode 408 - Steele Billings, Head of AI at Gloo, is a seasoned professional in faith tech ecosystems. With a career spanning major technology companies and startups alike, He has been instrumental in building technology infrastructure for faith causes. He is committed to leveraging technology to fulfill God's purpose.

28m
Nov 21, 2023
Exploring AI's Role in the Church with Founder of Pastor.AI

2023/11/15 ~ Episode 407 - Many people questions about AI and how it applies to church. If you have concerns about using AI technology for your ministry, I would encourage you to listen to todays guest, Joe Shu is the founder of Pastors.AI , next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

28m
Nov 15, 2023
Connecting Believers through Technology with Nick Seedorf

2023/11/07 ~ Episode 406 - Nick Seedorf was involved in traditional ministry at a young age but later felt called out to a different type of ministry but his life was not always easy. We can all learn from his story next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

28m
Nov 07, 2023
Using AI to Revolutionize Online Bible Study

2023/11/01 ~ Episode 405 - Today we speak with a Nils Gulbranson who has come up with an award winning online Bible study tool, leveraging AI, find out more next on the Church Solutions Podcast

28m
Nov 01, 2023
12 Skills That Separate The Best Leaders from the Rest

2023/10/24 ~ Episode 404 - Someone said everything rises and falls on leadership, and I think all of us could use some encouragement in that area so today we are going to get it from a seasoned leader, William Vanderbloemen, who helps people become better leaders, next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

28m
Oct 24, 2023
Should a Pastor Build his Personal Brand

2023/10/18 ~ Episode 403 - Today we are talking your personal branding as a pastor and why its important.wait, what Is personal branding important for a pastor And what does that mean Find out next on the Church Solutions Podcast

28m
Oct 18, 2023
Tech Trends That Will Shape the Church in 2024

2023/10/10 ~ Episode 402 - With the rapid pace of technological change, it can be hard to keep up. That's why we are excited to talk about the 5 tech trends for 2024, with Joe Palombo, next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

28m
Oct 10, 2023
Overwhelmed by Online Responsibilities Here's Help!

2023/10/03 ~ Episode 401 - If you are in ministry, you know it can be overwhelming at times and especially when you add in managing your churchs online platforms. Here are 5 ideas to keep in mind when it comes to taking care of your churchs online responsibilities, next on the Church Solutions Podcast

28m
Oct 03, 2023
Leadership Tips for Change in Your Church

2023/09/26 ~ Episode 400 - Few people like change and if you are involved with your church in leadership, you know exactly what Im talking about. The good news is, Markus Watson has some wonderful tips on helping people navigate change in your church, next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

28m
Sep 26, 2023
How to make the most of Multi-Camera Video Production

2023/09/19 ~ Episode 399 - Graeme Spencer is a season professional in Christian digital and online streaming. Graeme shares some wonderful advice on Multi-Camera Video Production for your church on this episode of the Church Solutions Podcast.

28m
Sep 19, 2023
Unlocking Love Languages: Path to Profound Connection

2023/09/12 ~ Episode 398 - Paul Zolman has created a new way to demonstrate the principles of the love languages. It's a profound way to learn all five love languages to give them away.. The system is so easy that even young children can be trained in this love giving system.

28m
Sep 12, 2023
The Science Of Sound Mixing: What You Need To Know

2023/09/06 ~ Episode 397 - Whether you're a seasoned sound engineer or just getting started, you know mixing sound can be a challenge, today we talk with A/V expert James Denmon about some tips for mixing on the Church Solutions Podcast

28m
Sep 06, 2023
Your Questions Answered About AI (maybe)

2023/08/29 ~ Episode 396 Today we explore some questions you have about AI but were afraid to ask, alright maybe youre not afraid to ask, but we will still try and answer them, next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

28m
Aug 29, 2023
Church Event Planning: How to Avoid Disaster

2023/08/23 ~ Episode 395 There is nothing worse than having an important event at your church and it doesn't go well. Today we speak with Ron Procopio, an expert at event planning.

28m
Aug 23, 2023