Tech & Media – ChurchLeaders

HuddleCam HD Review

Duke Taber — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 06:52:30 +0000

The HuddleCam HD webcam gives you the same quality as their many other products, and it’s super affordable at around $90.

Best Auto Tracking Cameras for Church

Duke Taber — Thu, 29 Aug 2024 06:05:44 +0000

As the demand for video streaming exponentially grows, auto tracking cameras are definitely changing the game. Here we have compiled the best auto tracking cameras available.

10 Best Practices For Worship Sound Techs

Dan Wilt — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 06:37:02 +0000

Running worship sound has demands on all sides, opinions aplenty, an ear to the Pastor (the real head Sound Tech), an ear to the worship leader/band, and an ear to the Holy Spirit, this role requires a saint, a sound technician, and a servant – all wrapped up in one.

10 Most Common Church Sound Problems

Leon Sievers — Wed, 05 Jun 2024 06:20:00 +0000

Sound problems can be caused by anything from architectural defects to misguided equipment operators. Here are some of the most troublesome sound problems that churches struggle with and what can be done about them:

How to Achieve Great Sound in a Small Church

Kade Young — Tue, 04 Jun 2024 06:09:47 +0000

Achieving great sound in a small church is impossible, right? I mean, you have practically no budget and no one around with preexisting sound tech skills. Take these 3 steps first.

Digital Presence That Defies the Ordinary

Dave Hartwell — Tue, 14 May 2024 06:18:09 +0000

When I think about the church's digital presence, my mind returns to the same principles that guided the building committee years ago.

How To Make a Free Digital Church Bulletin

Steve Baney — Fri, 08 Mar 2024 12:07:21 +0000

Communication is central to the tools of the Church. Often, this includes a weekly bulletin.

2 Great Examples of Churches Doing Digital Ministry

DJ Chuang — Thu, 07 Dec 2023 07:14:25 +0000

Many churches are in the process of discerning and deciding what to do with digital ministry. Let’s take a look at two examples of churches that have successfully leveraged digital ministry to reach more people with faith, hope, and love.

How to EQ an Acoustic Guitar

Chris Huff — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 06:01:30 +0000

Properly EQ’ing an acoustic guitar follows a four-step process similar to mixing any instrument. I’m focusing the details on getting you a good baseline mix as quick as possible.

Can Your Church Be Found?

DJ Chuang — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 11:01:57 +0000

Just as your church’s physical location matters, so does your church’s location on the Internet. There are 823,000 monthly searches for “churches near me.” Can your church be found?

The Best Speakers For Church – And Where to Put Them

Duke Taber — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 06:49:52 +0000

These tips make sure that the best speakers for. church are in the perfect spot every time.

Checklist: Sound Gear Components You Really Need

Brian Gowing — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 06:04:00 +0000

The basic sound gear components needed for a small church with a contemporary service. This is a great list for church plants or small churches.

Tech Review: Mackie ProFX16v3 Mixer

Duke Taber — Thu, 01 Sep 2022 06:04:06 +0000

The Mackie ProFX16v3 16-channel professional effects mixer is a reasonably priced mixer that does most of the things that the big boys do, only you can purchase it without breaking your budget.

Product Review: HP LaserJet Pro – Dream Laser Printer for Your Church Office

Duke Taber — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 06:03:59 +0000

While it’s not the best option for larger churches who have a lot of printing to do each month, the HP LaserJet Pro M227fdn is a great consideration for most churches because it can do so much more than just print.

How to Fix Audio Distortion

Chris Huff — Tue, 09 Aug 2022 06:05:00 +0000

Audio distortion is a sign an input volume is too high, a speaker is doing more than it’s rated, or a piece of equipment has failed. Each reason for distortion has a solution which can be easily implemented.

The Best Fog Machine for the Money

Duke Taber — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 06:41:18 +0000

Choosing the best fog machine for a church to use can be tricky and frustrating, especially when working with a limited budget. No matter how much money you have in your budget, you want to make sure that you choose the best fog machine for your church.

3 Features of a Great Web Address for Your Church

DJ Chuang — Tue, 19 Jul 2022 21:40:32 +0000

What difference could a domain name make? Very simply, a great web address is your church’s digital front door that people have to enter through with a tap, or a click—and it represents their first experience with your church.

5 Ways to Increase Online Engagement

DJ Chuang — Tue, 19 Jul 2022 21:14:10 +0000

If you are like most pastors, you know that your church needs multiple ways to connect and engage with new and returning visitors. An excellent website is a must to cast your church’s vision, provide relevant information, stream services, and accept donations.

What Is the Very First Impression of Your Church?

DJ Chuang — Tue, 19 Jul 2022 19:01:09 +0000

Now more than ever, people are looking for spiritual connections online, just like every other aspect of their life. Understanding how people are searching for new church communities is essential to attracting new members and growing your ministry.

How to Use Church Presentation Software Effectively

Steve Dirks — Tue, 19 Jul 2022 06:48:21 +0000

A goal I strive for in everything I do related to church presentation software is this: “Prepare as much as you can beforehand so that you are ready for the arrival of the moment for which you have been planning.”

5 Top Video Production Books To Up Your Game

Duke Taber — Thu, 30 Jun 2022 06:29:35 +0000

These are the top five video production books on the market today. They are all designed to make it easier than ever for you to learn about video production and creating gorgeous videos you’ll be proud of.

Church Sound Gear Selection and Set-up

Duke Taber — Thu, 26 May 2022 06:35:32 +0000

Before you even start shopping for a sound gear, it’s important to remember that no sound system is complete without speakers.

Eric Geiger: Church, Mission, and 4 Challenges of Technology

Eric Geiger — Thu, 14 Apr 2022 06:22:32 +0000

With social media, messages are able to be quickly shared and spread. But with these changes come the challenges of technology.

What’s the Future of Live Streaming – And Why Aren’t We There Yet?

Phil Cooke — Tue, 01 Mar 2022 07:44:07 +0000

I’m distressed to say that I haven’t seen much innovation, and now that we’re moving back into the building, I’m concerned about the future of live-streaming.

The VERY First Steps in Building Church Sound Systems

Duke Taber — Thu, 24 Feb 2022 07:39:50 +0000

The importance of sound in the church cannot be overstated. There are many different types of churches, and each has its own unique needs when it comes to a church sound systems.

Worship Multitracks for Church Plants

Duke Taber — Tue, 22 Feb 2022 07:32:35 +0000

Recently my wife and I started off on a new adventure. We are planting a church. This is my 3rd church plant and this was the first time I didn’t have musicians for the new church. Before I could always lead worship myself if I had to. However as I have gotten older, my skills […]

Your Next Upgrade: Yamaha’s Excellent Church Speakers For Church

Duke Taber — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 07:32:07 +0000

With Yahama's DXR12 1100-Watt 2-Way Powered Loudspeaker, they have created one of the best set of speakers for a church sound system.

Facebook Is Now Meta: What It Means for Churches

Daniel Berk — Sat, 30 Oct 2021 11:09:43 +0000

The parent company Facebook has announced that it will become Meta. Here are three things that churches should be considering in the new metaverse.

How to Select the Best Church Translation System

Duke Taber — Thu, 09 Sep 2021 05:05:50 +0000

With our communities changing before our eyes, all of us are faced with the question of how do we reach and serve those in our society that speak a different language. A translation system for the church is a great way to meet that need.

The Audio-Technica AT2021 – One Mic, Many Uses

Duke Taber — Thu, 19 Aug 2021 05:17:33 +0000

Any musician or church praise band looking to sound their best on stage will want to consider an Audio-Technica microphone, with the AT2021 being one of the top contenders in their lineup.

Front of House Mixing Tutorial With James Attaway

ChurchLeaders — Thu, 05 Aug 2021 05:18:23 +0000

Mixing is mixing, right? Well, no. For anyone who runs sound on Sunday mornings, front of house mixing of live sound presents special challenges.

Creating Video on Demand for Your Church – The “How” and “Why”

Ben Stapley — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 05:56:32 +0000

We figured out how to set up a ring light, plug in a decent mic and make eye contact with the camera. Well done church! But, when it comes to creating video on demand content we really haven’t improved our game.

The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Sound Techs

Chris Huff — Tue, 25 May 2021 05:50:00 +0000

How well we work determines the results of our work. Here are habits all sound techs need to adopt and develop.

10 Best Mother’s Day Church Videos That’ll Make Your Emotions Explode

Rochelle Dorsey — Fri, 07 May 2021 14:24:31 +0000

From heart-felt (grab the tissues) to funny, these church videos help set the tone for Mother's Day ministry this year. #MothersDay #ChurchVideos

Analog Vs. Digital Mixer – The Great Debate

Duke Taber — Fri, 16 Apr 2021 06:09:44 +0000

Analog vs. Digital Mixer? Both an analog mixer and a digital mixer can deliver fantastic sound, but they represent different ways of thinking about the process and the finished result.

Expensive New Sound System – and Lousy Sound?

Don Chapman — Tue, 06 Apr 2021 05:30:00 +0000

The state-of-the-art new sound system is rolled into the new church, and on the grand opening they end up with music that sounds like it came out of a tin can.

10 of the Best Church Websites in 2021

Bryan Haley — Tue, 30 Mar 2021 12:06:56 +0000

Each year the folks at Churchjuice post their selections of the best church websites. This year it's even more important, because we can all learn something to improve our digital game.

We Recorded a DIY Live Worship Album. Here’s How We Did It

Sean Chandler — Tue, 30 Mar 2021 05:00:10 +0000

The idea came up to record a live worship album. While the worship director and I had been involved in countless past recording projects, we’d never done anything like this before. It would be an incredible challenge, but we were up for it.

Journey Through the Steps of an Online Scam

Steven Sundermeier — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 05:25:23 +0000

Journey through the steps of an online scam, an attempted hack that was foiled (hopefully before any unsuspecting “winners” entered their credit card information).

It’s Time: Use an iPhone as Your Video Camera

Phil Cooke — Fri, 19 Feb 2021 06:40:12 +0000

Today, we carry around a TV studio in our pocket and more and more filmmakers are embracing the idea of producing projects on mobile phones. That's right: an iPhone as your video camera.

Tech Gear and the Story of “For Just $10 More”

Owen Scott — Mon, 15 Feb 2021 05:32:26 +0000

If we’re not careful, our good stewardship can turn into being cheap. And when it comes to tech gear, that's not good.

Everything You Need to Know About a Personal Monitoring System

Duke Taber — Fri, 12 Feb 2021 06:05:54 +0000

A personal monitoring system takes an individual’s monitor mix and sends it directly to the ears of that musician or singer. Here's everything you need to know, all in one location.

How To Create A Great Church Website (4 Steps)

Bryan Haley — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 18:29:48 +0000

Potential visitors are coming to your website to learn more about your church—to gather information, and see if your church is the right fit for them. The takeaway? You better have a great church website.

7 Things to Do After You Look at Pornography

Paul Maxwell — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 06:00:42 +0000

A lot of Christian advice about pornography addicts is not helpful—meaning, it doesn’t contribute to real progress in repentance, healing, restoration and recovery. Most of all, it fails to address the issues that underlie porn use.

Thom Rainer – Nine Tech Trends Every Church Should Master

Thom Rainer — Fri, 01 Jan 2021 06:00:20 +0000

Tech trends aren't just news, they should be part of a church's tool kit. Churches today must be aware of tech trends -- and they should master them.

Great Last Minute Christmas Gifts for Church Musicians

Mike O’Brien — Wed, 23 Dec 2020 03:26:25 +0000

Whether you are a worship leader looking for great last minute gifts for your team or you know a church musician, check out this list to bring something bright to the end of their year.

Review: Optoma EH416 Projector – Power, Not Price

Duke Taber — Wed, 16 Dec 2020 04:12:50 +0000

While some 1080p projectors claim to offer impressive features, they tend to be overpriced and to fall flat. The Optoma EH416, however, is packed with great features which make it one of the most valuable projectors on the market today.

Apple’s Big Sur and M1 Chipset Upgrades: Proceed with Caution

Nick Nicholaou — Wed, 09 Dec 2020 03:47:17 +0000

There’s a lot of excitement about Apple‘s Big Sur and M1 Chipset upgrades. I recommend ‘caution’ on moving forward too quickly on adopting either one. Here’s why.

Beyond vMix – 8 Excellent Live Streaming Apps

Duke Taber — Mon, 07 Dec 2020 03:36:45 +0000

Different broadcasters have different needs but with today’s live streaming apps, it is easy to get professional results without spending a lot of money.

Your Church is FINALLY Getting a Website – But WHY?

Duke Taber — Mon, 30 Nov 2020 03:10:42 +0000

You’re in a meeting with your leaders, and everyone is in agreement that 1st Church of Smallchurchville (Don’t be offended, I pastor a small church) needs to come into the 21st century. But the haven’t given consideration to any church website objectives.