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 […]
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Do your photos for your church social media make you look boring, outdated…or worse, abandoned?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. […]
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? […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
WWDD…What would Dave do…with my church live streaming setup? Today we’re answering that question by giving live stream audits to YOUR submitted live streams. In This Video 4:36 – Revive Church 10:32 – Evangel Dartmouth 16:24 – Beth Ariel LA 20:16 – Grand Lake United Methodist Church 23:05 – Church At The Bridge […]
You’ve got photos on your social media and website…but it’s the same church photography over and over everywhere…how do you capture the moment of what’s actually happening? In today’s show, Ben Stapley shares how to raise a team that not only captures great photos, but also tell the stories of impact in your events… About […]
Is it necessary to hire church website designers if you think you can do it yourself? Is there any benefit to this? In today’s episode, we’re uncovering the benefits of church website designers, and how to decide whether you need one (and how much you should pay). [powerpress] About Our Guest: Adam Mclaughlin Born and […]
Choosing a church website’s platform can be like choosing a dentist…it’s something you have to do but you’re just not sure which one will treat you right (and not rip you off). In today’s episode, we’re uncovering the only website platforms you should consider, PLUS what to do once you pick your platform to make […]
So you’ve just been handed the keys to the church website…but wait, what are you supposed to do??? In today’s episode, we’re giving you the first 3 things you need to do when you get put in charge of your church website. [powerpress] In This Video 1:33 – The most common church website help question […]
Laptops, iPads, cell phones, video games, are we killing our kids with all this screen time??? NO! And here’s why blaming the screen is wrong… [powerpress] About Our Guest: Jeanette Yates Jeanette Yates is a communications director and digital storyteller. She’s a former stay-at-home mom and pilates director turned communications director. Using her gifts of […]
Did you know there are people who think podcasting is BAD for preaching? In today’s show we’re going to shoot so many holes in that statement it’ll look like sliced cheese. [powerpress] In This Video 1:48 – The article we’re debating… 3:20 – Setting the rules for a civil debate. 6:01 – Why the sermon […]