Live Streaming Your Services: A Complete Setup Guide
Live streaming isn't going away. Whether you're just starting or looking to upgrade, here's a practical guide.
Camera Setup
Start with what you have. A single PTZ camera ($300-800) mounted at the back of the sanctuary can produce excellent results.
Audio Is Everything
Viewers will tolerate mediocre video but not bad audio. Feed your stream directly from the soundboard, not a camera microphone.
Software Options
- OBS Studio (Free): Powerful but requires technical knowledge
- Ecamm Live (Mac): Beautiful interface, easy to learn
- vMix (Windows): Professional-grade for larger productions
Where to Stream
YouTube Live offers the best discoverability. Facebook Live reaches your existing community. Streaming to both simultaneously is ideal.
Don't Forget the Experience
Assign someone to monitor the chat, welcome online visitors, and create an interactive experience.
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