Searching for the best zoom alternatives? 2020 has brought us new hurdles to leap and while everyone is on Zoom, there might be better options for you… In today’s show, we’re diving into the top recommendations for video conferencing that aren’t Zoom, and breaking down the pros and cons of each. In This […]
With the COVID-19 changing the way we do ministry, churches need to adapt to reach people where they are…online. Today we’re interviewing some of the team from Tate Springs Baptist Church and how they are striving to minister to kids through the Minecraft video game. About Tate Springs Baptist Church Tate Springs Baptist Church is […]
COVID-19 is changing the way we do church, and with it comes new obstacles and challenges. Let’s talk about how to get your message out to your community and shift your church culture to embrace what technology can bring. In This Video: 3:39 – Updates on what Justin & Dave are up to during these […]
Setting up your church live stream is just one piece of the puzzle… a church publishing plan will help your message carry further to more people. In today’s video, we’re giving you a step by step workflow to publish your church live stream and maximize its effectiveness on social media. In This Video: Your […]
If you use Social Media the right way, with your video(s), you can get more viewers of your video archives AND your Church’s Live Stream! Today Adam McLaughlin and Dave talk about strategies to help you get more views of your live stream… About Our Guest: Adam Mclaughlin Born and raised in Canada, Adam […]
There are dozens of live streaming software solutions available for your church… but which one is the best live streaming software for your church in 2020 and beyond? In today’s video, Dave breaks down the top 3 live streaming solutions you can use for your church… In This Video: The Best Live Streaming Software 0:50 […]
Do your photos for your church social media make you look boring, outdated…or worse, abandoned? Or does it look like an advertisement on your local business bulletin board? In today’s show, we’re discussing how to take better photos for your church social media profiles, giving more people insight into your church life and God’s involvement. […]
Is 2020 finally the year you finally grow your church with social media? In today’s episode, we’re going over how you can make that dream a reality and use social media to grow your church. In This Video: How To Grow Your Church With Social Media… 1:30 – Are you running your church’s social media? […]
There are only 5 weeks left till Christmas…is your church christmas live stream setup and optimized to show your fantastic service? In today’s show, we’re going through the 4 preparation stages you should undergo to have the best live stream for your christmas services. In This Video, How To Make Your Church Christmas Live […]
You’ve got a church live stream running, but how do you check yourself to make sure it’s hitting all the right notes? In today’s episode, we’re giving you 7 checks to run your own church live stream audit. In This Video, The Ultimate Church Live Stream Audit: 1:42 – What is a live stream audit? […]
Video lighting doesn’t have to break the bank. DIY video lighting doesn’t have to look cheap either. You can make a quick, easy, cheap video light that will immediately make the quality of your videos go up. Before you invest in an expensive light kit, get started with some inexpensive clamp work lights and some […]
It can be hard to find the right affordable lighting for Youtube videos. Video lighting is expensive, but it doesn’t have to be. Here is a cheap, DIY video light that you can build in a few minutes and use for shooting your youtube or facebook videos. Is this better than a multi-thousand dollar video […]
The leaves are changing colors, sweaters are breaking out (even in Texas), and we’ve all still got questions that need answers. Today we’re answering your submitted questions. In This Video 2:00 – Our current fall projects… 5:05 – How do you prove your worth to your leadership in a tangible way? 16:18 – Quality or […]
When it comes to taking better photos in church, let’s think outside the box to make your job easier. In today’s show we’re sharing 5 church photography tips that we haven’t seen anywhere else to help you get better pictures in church. In This Video 1:30 – Dave makes it all about him… 8:03 […]
Youtube and online video is a powerful tool for churches and ministries. How can churches effectively make use of the Youtube platform and have an impact on people’s lives? Does what works with ‘other’ channels work for churches? Should churches be using YouTube? Sean Cannell is one of the foremost thought leaders and strategists when […]
Dave’s out today but you can’t have the Church Media Guys with only one guy talking about the latest church media trends… So today we’re talking with AJaytheCEO on church media trends and happenings going into 2020. About Our Guest: AJ Holmes AJ’s mission here is to help any size church take advantage […]
This is the best slideshow maker for 2020. Animoto is a perfect video slideshow maker that works on any platform. It has lots of pre-done templates that are VERY easy to use. You can mix photos and videos that you either upload yourself or from Google Drive, Dropbox etc. You can add your own music, […]
“Can you make a slideshow from photos and add music to it?” I get this question a lot and if you’re working in church media, you probably do too. If you’re on a Mac, then your solution is REAL simple. You may not even know you have it sitting right under your nose… iMovie. In […]
Christmas season is fast approaching, have you started your Christmas planning yet? In today’s show, we’re discussing how to stage your christmas planning process so you can have successful, UN-stressful Christmas events. In This Video: Christmas Planning Essentials 0:57: Catch up with Dave & Justin… 2:16: Justin’s experiments with Tik Tok… 13:53: Christmas preparations […]
Should the sermon be the most important part of bringing first time church visitors to your church? In today’s show, we’re talking about why the sermon isn’t the end of your guest services… In This Video 2:45: What’s Dave & Justin been up to? 3:45: What is CTA Insider Mastermind? 6:35: What brings people to […]
Have you ever wondered if Dave & Justin have actual lives outside of CTA and work? Nothing is off the table as today Dave & Justin talk about anything and everything going on in the world of church, ministry, and family…maybe even some politics too. In This Video What’s with Justin’s hat? Is Justin […]
Church technology isn’t just for the “big church” service anymore…you can use apps and tools to bring people together and enhance their small group experience. On today’s show, we have Lead Pastor Tim Steele breaking down how he’s leading a church of home groups across the country using technology to enhance the discipleship process. […]
Building a church photography team can seem like a daunting task…but did you know you’re not alone? Today we’re breaking down The State of Church Photography 2019 with Rob Laughter to get actionable insights to grow your church photography team… Download The 2019 State of Church Photography About Our Guest: Rob Laughter Rob Laughter is […]
Using YouTube for church creates a mission field as much as a media outlet. But churches aren’t using it to its full potential! In today’s show we’re asking Sean Cannell (from Video Influencers and Think Media) how to better serve people where they are…online! About Our Guest: Sean Cannell Sean Cannell is a YouTuber, international […]
It’s time for this Summer’s Q&A session! In today’s episode, we’re answering your questions about live streaming, working with the music minister, getting more volunteers, and more! In This Video 3:12 – What more would be needed in order to live stream directly from camera to computer to fb live? 9:24 – When working […]