Ministry Tech Leaders

IT Protection: Security vs Convenience

Here's the truth about security vs convenience: The more secure you are, the less convenient it is for the users. The more convenient it is for the users, the less secure your church is and more open to attack.

How to Resolve Problems Between the Tech and Worship Teams

Only by understanding the other person’s perspective, and by doing that, understanding their perception will you be able to achieve a harmonious working relationship between tech and worship teams.

Secrets to Live Streaming Success

Live video streaming adds the element of immediacy that can deepen the connection between you and your viewers, but there are pitfalls to avoid.

Are You Ready? Windows 10 Is Ending Support

Machines running Windows 10 — even the latest version of 22H2 (from the second half of 2022, per the version number listed in the OS) — will no longer receive security patches and updates. While Windows 10 will continue to function, it won’t be secure.

Drones and Cable Cams in Worship

I’m all for innovation, but I think it’s time for a serious conversation about those drones and cable cams.

Simple Stage Planning for Great Sound and Worship

"Most of the time we just show up to church and spend a lot of time just trying to figure out where to put the instruments." This means that right off the bat, there are two problems related to stage planning

Acoustic Church: Could You Do a Sunday Service Without Microphones?

What if we paused to ask: could we do church without it? Could your congregation return to the raw, unfiltered simplicity of an acoustic church?

Live Music Mix – What to do When the Music’s Too Loud

Even the best musicians need a skilled sound engineer setting the live music mix to ensure their efforts translate well to the congregation.

Worship Leader, You’re Killing Us

Should the worship leader deviate, tech has less than a second or two to find the right part of the song and get it to the screen. It’s a huge challenge and responsibility.

First Aid & Safety Gear Every Church Needs

Church safety begins with preparation. A well-prepared church can respond quickly and effectively to a wide range of incidents, from minor scrapes to life-threatening emergencies.

Church Stage Lighting 101

Church stage lighting is more than just turning on a few lights before service begins. It's about using light creatively and intentionally to support the message, worship, and mood of your service.