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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.

Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy


    • Dec 19, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    Beyond the Basics: A Fresh Perspective on Streaming for Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 28:10


    2024/12/19 ~ Episode 456 - It's a New Year with new opportunities! And its an ideal time to reassess your church's streaming video strategy. Today we will discuss some goals to consider enhancing your online presence and they may not be what you think, find out next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

    Making Your Online Christmas Service Shine!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 28:10


    2024/12/10 ~ Episode 455 - Offering your Christmas and Christmas Eve services digitally is a powerful way to reach a wider audience. It allows those who are unable to attend in person, whether due to distance or other commitments, to still participate in the holiday festivities. Are your online services ready to shine Let's explore some tips to make them unforgettable.

    Laughter & Legacy: The Untold Story of StreamingChurch.tv

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 28:10


    2024/12/04 ~ Episode 454 - Ready for something different Today we're switching gears on the Church Solutions Podcast! Buckle up for an interview with Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson by the awesome team at PressOnCon.com. Get ready to dive into our story, our vision, some laughs along the way, and maybe even a few things you never knew, next on a different Church Solutions Podcast.

    Navigating Difficult Conversations Online

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 28:10


    2024/11/26 ~ Episode 453 - It's the Holiday season but for some people, it's a difficult time for various reasons. So today we are going to share some thoughts on how to handle difficult situations if you are an online chat host for your church. Stay tuned

    Light Up the Digital World: Stream Your Christmas

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 28:10


    2024/11/21 ~ Episode 452 - In this episode, we will dive into the world of streaming Christmas services, and discuss how to reach a wider audience, create lasting digital archives, and engage online viewers.

    Equipping Your Church for Effective Outreach

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2024 28:10


    2024/11/12 ~ Episode 451 - Ever wonder how your church can stay relevant in a world dominated by TikTok and Instagram The answer might surprise you as we talk with Steve Foster from OutReach.com, an expert in church marketing, next on the Church Solutions Podcast!

    The Ethical Implications of AI in Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 28:10


    2024/11/05 ~ Episode 450 - Artificial intelligence. It's a term we hear a lot these days, but what does it really mean for the church And how can we make sure it's a safe tool We are excited to have James Poulter, a leading expert in AI, to shed some light on these questions. Next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

    Boost Your Tech Team's Efficiency with Expert Support

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 28:10


    2024/10/29 ~ Episode 449 - Today we delve into the dynamic world of ministry technology and facilities. We'll be discussing the latest trends, challenges, and future innovations shaping the industry with James Denmon and Jeremy Alison from PressOnCon.com.

    The Dos and Don'ts of Church Mergers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 28:10


    2024/10/17 ~ Episode 448 - Get ready for a fascinating conversation as we explore the reasons behind church mergers, the potential benefits and challenges involved, and the strategies for a successful integration, as we speak with the expert, Jim Tomberlin, next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

    Tech for Mental Health: A Lifeline

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 28:10


    2024/10/08 ~ Episode 447 - Suicide is a complex and sensitive issue, and it's important to talk about it openly. Today, we'll discuss the reality of suicide as the 11th leading cause of death in the U.S. and explore how technology might offer potential solutions. Join us on Church Solutions Podcast for a thoughtful and informative conversation.

    Instant Translations: A New Era for Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2024 28:10


    2024/10/01 ~ Episode 446 - Imagine a world where every sermon can be instantly translated into any language live! That is the vision of our guest today. Discover how this groundbreaking technology is changing the way churches connect with their communities. Next on the Church Solutions Podcast!

    Discovering New Technology for the Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 28:10


    2024/09/18 ~ Episode 445 - Steve and Phil talk about their trip to the Gloo Hackathon in Boulder, CO and the new tech being developed to help people and ministries.

    Why Streaming is Still Essential

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 28:10


    2024/09/11 ~ Episode 444 - Streaming has become an integral part of the modern church landscape, and it's not going away anytime soon. We talk about 5 reasons church are still streaming, next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

    Burn Bright, Not Out: Surviving Ministry

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 28:10


    2024/09/03 ~ Episode 443 - If you're in ministry in some capacity, you know if can be overwhelming at times. Today we interview Jonathan Malm, the author of the new book, Don't Burn Out, Burn Bright. He's got some excellent tips on how to handle the pressures of serving in church. Next of the Church Solutions Podcast.

    5 Tips to Engage Your Audience During Streaming

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 28:10


    2024/08/29 ~ Episode 442 - Streaming your church services involves more than just pointing a camera and turning on the stream. To truly tap into the power of this technology, we need to foster interaction and build a thriving online community. Here are 5 tips to turn your live streams from passive viewing experiences into engaging events next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

    Two Roads to Live Streaming your Church Services

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 28:10


    2024/08/21 ~ Episode 441 - John Basile wrote an article the "Two Roads to Live Streaming your Church Services".Hes an expert in streaming video as well as equipment you need to improve your stream. If you're a do it yourselfer or looking to get professional help, you will enjoy this podcast next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

    The Busy Pastor's Secret Weapon

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 28:10


    2024/08/14 ~ Episode 440 - As someone who has been in leadership in ministry for more years then I care to admit, I know a daily devotional is vital, not only for myself but for the people I lead in my church. But I'm also busy as a leader and creating daily devotionals take time, we're going to look at a tool that can solve this dilemma, next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

    Cultivating Connection: Essential Role of the Online Chat Host

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 28:10


    2024/08/06 ~ Episode 439 - A church online chat host plays a crucial role in fostering community and engagement within the digital space. If you dont have one, you might want to reconsider and we will give you some reasons why, next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

    Assess Your Church's Online Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 28:10


    2024/07/31 ~ Episode 438 - It's still summer but soon school will be starting up and families will get back into the routines, like going to church. Now is a great time to look closely at your digital ministry and evaluating what youre doing. Well tell you how to get a free digital ministry assessment next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

    Why Some Churches Struggle with Live Streaming Attendance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 28:10


    2024/07/03 ~ Episode 437 - Why dont more people watch our live stream Thats a common question I hear from some churches. Lets explore why some churches struggle with their online attendance.

    Tech for Ministry & More: Inside the Life of Joseph Cottle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 28:10


    2024/06/26 ~ Episode 436 - Joseph Cottle is a minister and the production director of Life Mission Church, and technology for ministry is one of his specialties. However, besides tech, he also gets personal about his life and leading with intention. It all happens next on the Church Solutions Podcast

    Your Church Struggling with Streaming Here's Why (and How to Fi

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 28:10


    2024/06/19 ~ Episode 435 - Not seeing results you want from your streaming video Well, you might want to listen to this podcast as we discuss some of the fallacies of the recent trend of streaming that some churches have bought into, next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

    5 Keys to Effective Digital Ministry

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 28:10


    2024/06/13 ~ Episode 434 - Digital Ministry, it's something most churches now do, but, how can we know its really effective Todays guest, Graeme Spencer, has a free tool that can help churches assess their digital ministry, next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

    Coffee with a Pastor: Inspiring Conversations on Ministry

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 28:10


    2024/06/04 ~ Episode 433 - Coffee with a Pastor. Pastor Jerry Fiscus from Living Water Church in Bridgeport, WV shares his story and some valuable insights in ministry on this episode of the Church Solutions Podcast.

    12 Church Outreach Ideas for Fathers Day

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 28:10


    2024/05/21 ~ Episode 432 If you're involved in your church in almost any capacity you know that mothers day is usually well attended but father's day, eh.. Not so much. Today's guest Paul Steinbrueck, has some great ideas to help your church reach fathers, next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

    The Secret to Reaching Young People with the Bible

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 28:10


    2024/05/15 ~ Episode 431 - Is the Bible boring for young people Not if Craig Dehut, co-founder of Appian Media, has anything to do with it. Tune in to hear his passion for engaging youth with the Bible and how he is reaching Millions with award-winning content! Next on the Church Solutions Podcast

    Simple Steps to Having a Podcast for Church

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 28:10


    2024/05/07 ~ Episode 430 - Podcasts! Everybody and their brother are doing them right Well podcast are popular for a good reason and your church should consider having one, we'll tell you how next, on the Church Solutions Podcast.

    Spreading Your Message Further Online

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 28:10


    2024/04/30 ~ Episode 429 - My wife uses Alexa to help with her dinner recipes. I use Google to help me do on a home improvement project or work on my Jeep. More and more people are turning to online spaces for information, community, and even spiritual guidance. This presents a tremendous opportunity for churches and ministries to expand their reach and share their message with a wider audience.

    Keeping Viewers Engaged in Your Church Streaming

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 28:10


    2024/04/23 ~ Episode 428 - Streaming your church services offers a wonderful way to connect with members who can't attend in person. But keeping viewers engaged throughout the streaming can be a challenge. Here are some strategies to ensure your online congregation feels just as connected and inspired as those attending in person, next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

    Free is Not Always free

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 28:10


    2024/04/17 ~ Episode 427 - Streaming video is a great tool but While free platforms like YouTube and Facebook Live offer an easy entry point, there are some hidden downsides to consider before hitting "live." We will talk about the pros and cons of free streaming, next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

    Tech-tonic Shift: How to Attract Tech Volunteers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 28:10


    2024/04/10 ~ Episode 426 - We all know volunteers are the lifeblood of any church but finding them and keeping them can be a challenge. Today we share some important tips that will help your church in this area, next on the Church Solutions Podcast.

    Now What After Easter

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 28:10


    2024/04/02 ~ Episode 425 - It's over! The Easter Sunday has come and gone, leaving a warm glow of hope and renewal in its wake. But with the decorations taken down and the special programs concluded, a question lingers: Now what

    10 Ways You Can End Live Streaming Buffering

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 28:10


    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.

    Is Live Streaming Still Vital for Your Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 28:10


    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.

    From Niche to Necessity: The Evolution of Streaming for Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 28:10


    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.

    Practical Answers to Church Social Media Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2024 28:10


    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.

    Great Tips for Mixing Audio with Live Streaming

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2024 28:10


    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!

    Insights to ProPresenter 7 with Paul Alan Clifford

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 28:10


    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.

    Why Churches Dont Need Ultra-High Bitrate Streaming

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2024 28:10


    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.

    The Power of Digital Discipleship

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2024 28:10


    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.

    Rethinking Church - 7 Seismic Shifts in 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 28:10


    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

    Unveiling Digital Devo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 28:10


    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!

    Go Where the People Are: Reaching People with Social Media

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 28:10


    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!

    Tips for Boosting Your Churchs Online Presence in 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 28:10


    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.

    From Pulpit to Pixel: A Balanced Look at Streaming on Social Med

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 28:10


    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.

    Dont Let Tech Problems Ruin Your Christmas Service Stream!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2023 28:10


    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.

    How to Ensure Streaming Reaches Every Audience

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 28:10


    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.

    The Power of Living the Word: How Gnowbe Transforms Lives

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2023 28:10


    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.

    Faith and Technology: A Match Made in Heaven

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 28:10


    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.

    Exploring AI's Role in the Church with Founder of Pastor.AI

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 28:10


    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.

    Connecting Believers through Technology with Nick Seedorf

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2023 28:10


    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.

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