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Church SolutionsLaughter & Legacy: The Untold Story of StreamingChurch.tv2024/12/04 ~ 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.2024-12-0428 min
Church SolutionsFrom Pulpit to Pixel: A Balanced Look at Streaming on Social Med2023/12/20 ~ 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.2023-12-2028 min
The Small Church Ministry Podcast065: Streaming, Church Planting, & Healthy Ministry With Phil ThompsonJoin me for a conversation with Phil Thompson as we talk about streaming before and after Covid, his experience with church planting, and why “burning out for Jesus” is a terrible idea. In addition to working in ministry for decades as a missionary, pastor, and church planter, Phil Thompson is the VP & Streaming Specialist with StreamingChurch.tv. We’re chatting about:The importance of streaming your church service before and after the pandemicWhy you should post church services on your own website (and not just on YouTube or Facebook) How shorter clips of your worship...2023-03-2837 min
Church SolutionsWhy Your Church Should Be Streaming on TV2023/01/18 ~ Episode 369 - What is one of the most prevalent devices in people's homes today that most churches are neglecting The answer is coming up next, on the Church Solutions Podcast with Phil Thompson, Steve Lacy and Michael Gray.2023-01-1828 min
Church SolutionsStreaming Tips for Christmas Services2022/11/16 ~ Episode 361 - Live streaming makes it possible for everybody to celebrate Christmas and invite new people. We've got some tips about streaming your Christmas services on this episode of the Church Solutions Podcast with Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy.2022-11-1628 min
Church SolutionsSteps to Starting Your Podcast2022/10/12 ~ Episode 356 Thinking about starting a podcast They have become very popular. Today we will share some steps in getting started on the Church Solutions Podcast with Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy2022-10-1228 min
Church SolutionsHow Plan Your Visit Can Help Grow Your Church2022/06/29 ~ Episode 343 - We talk with an Chris Abbott, who will share some interesting tips on how to have growth in your church by using a Plan Your Visit tool for your church. 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 60 years in ministry.2022-06-2928 min
Church Solutions10 Things That Can Help Us with Stress2022/06/08 ~ Episode 340 - Stress in ministry is unavoidable but we don't have to succumb to it. The problem comes with how we respond. We are going to bring up 10 things we can do that will help us with stress, next on the Church Solutions Podcast with Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy.2022-06-0828 min
Church SolutionsIs Free Streaming The Best2022/06/01 ~ Episode 339 - Today we are going to look at a couple popular free streaming services with the pros and cons of each on the Church Solutions Podcast with Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy2022-06-0128 min
Church Solutions5 Easy Ways to Improve Your Streaming Video Audio2022/03/30 ~ If your audio is poor, no matter how great the video looks, people will not stick around to view your stream! Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy share 5 easy tips to improve your audio on your streaming video on the Church Solutions Podcast.2022-03-3028 min
Church Solutions10 Steps to a Successful Launch2021/07/14 ~ audio - 10 steps that will bring you great results for whatever event or new program you may want to announce to your church with Michael Gray, Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson on the Church Solutions Podcast.2021-07-1428 min
Church SolutionsWhy Declining Church Attendance2021/05/18 ~ audio - Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy look at some recent stats regarding church attendance and solutions to the decline on the Church Solutions Podcast.2021-05-1828 min
Church SolutionsTechnology and Church2021/04/21 ~ audio - Dr. Rick Livingood shares thoughts on technology and the church, where we've been, where were are going on the Church Solutions Podcast with Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson2021-04-2128 min
Church SolutionsWhat's in a Name2021/01/14 ~ audio - Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson share the story of StreamingChurch.tv and the challenges with their name in today's streaming video world.2021-01-1428 min
Church SolutionsStreaming Tips for Small Churches2020/12/22 ~ audio - Paul Alan Clifford shares important tips for small churches doing streaming video with Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy2020-12-2228 min
Church SolutionsMistakes Churches are Making when Streaming Live2020/12/08 ~ audio - Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy interview Kenny Jahng from ChurchCommunications.com about the big mistakes churches make when streaming live on the Church Solutions Podcast.2020-12-0828 min
Church SolutionsIdeas for Christmas Online Services2020/11/05 ~ audio - Ideas on creating a great online Christmas Service with Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy.2020-11-0528 min
Church SolutionsHow to Re-Enter Church with Covid -192020/10/28 ~ audio - Executive Pastor Sharon Iuliano shares their plan to allow people back into their church for services during Covid -19 with Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy on the Church Solutions Podcast2020-10-2828 min
Church Solutions10 Ways to Improve Your Streaming Video2020/10/15 ~ audio - Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy look at 10 simple ways to improve your streaming video for your church on this episode of the Church Solutions Podcast.2020-10-1528 min
Church Solutions7 Shifts Churches Churches Must Make for the New Normal2020/07/30 ~ audio - Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy look at important shifts all churches should be making during the pandemic that will have lasting effects.2020-07-3028 min
Church SolutionsEight Things an Online Host Can Add to a Streaming Video2020/07/08 ~ audio - Phil Thompson, Steve Lacy and Michael Gray share eight things a good online host can bring to your church streaming events.2020-07-0828 min
Church SolutionsUsing Zoom for Churches2020/07/01 ~ audio - Is Zoom a good option for your church to use, especially during Covid-19 times Phil Thompson, Steve Lacy and Michael Gray explore the features of Zoom for churches.2020-07-0128 min
Church SolutionsCreative Ways to Stay Connected for Church2020/05/27 ~ audio - Eight Creative Ways to Stay Connected for Church During Covid 19 is all about helping those who are not ready to come back to church during this pandemic. Hosted by Phil Thompson, Steve Lacy and Michael Gray.2020-05-2728 min
Church SolutionsDoing Church During Covid -19 Times2020/04/29 ~ audio - Creative ways to do church during the Covid-10 Pandemic is our topic on the Church Solutions Podcast with Steve lacy, Phil Thompson and Michael Gray.2020-04-2928 min
Church SolutionsTips for Video at Home2020/04/22 ~ audio - Here are some helpful tips to do video from your home during the Covid-19 Pandemic. With Steve Lacy, Michael Gray and Phil Thompson.2020-04-2228 min
Church SolutionsWhy Simulated Live Streaming Might Be For You!2020/04/16 ~ audio - Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson speak with Michael Gray about streaming video and why simulated live is a great option for streaming video during Covid-19.2020-04-1628 min
Church SolutionsBehind The Scenes at StreamingChurch.tv2020/04/09 ~ audio - Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson share what's been going on behind the scenes at StreamingChurch.tv during the Covid-10 Pandemic2020-04-0928 min
Church SolutionsConronavirus and the Church2020/03/12 ~ audio - Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy discuss how to prepare your church for the Coronavirus pandemic.2020-03-1228 min
Church SolutionsDo You Need an Executive Pastor2020/02/12 ~ audio - Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy discuss what an executive pastor does and the skills needed as well as when your church should have one on the Church Solutions Podcast.2020-02-1228 min
Church SolutionsOvercoming Technology Barriers at your Church2020/01/30 ~ audio -Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy discuss how to overcome resistance to introducing new technology ideas at your church in the Church Solutions Podcast.2020-01-3028 min
Church SolutionsThings You Must Know For Your New Church Website2020/01/23 ~ audio - Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson from StreamingChurch.tv speak on important things you must know when creating a new website for your church.2020-01-2328 min
Church SolutionsFree vs Paid Streaming Services2020/01/09 ~ audio -Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson look at the main differences between free and paid streaming services.2020-01-0928 min
Church SolutionsDe-Stress for the Holidays2019/12/18 ~ audio - Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy share some good advice on how to overcome the Holiday stress for those in ministry.2019-12-1828 min
Church Solutions10 Ways to Get Comfortable on Camera2019/12/12 ~ audio - Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy look at ten things you can do to make yourself for comfortable in front of a camera for streaming video.2019-12-1228 min
Church SolutionsPart 4 of Achieving Results Based Streaming2019/11/20 ~ audio - What are your goals for your ministry using streaming Part 4 - How can you get the best results Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson share vital tips on succeeding for streaming video on the Church Solutions Podcast.2019-11-2028 min
Church SolutionsPart 3 of Achieving Results Based Streaming2019/11/13 ~ audio - What are your goals for your ministry using streaming Part 3 - How can you get the best results Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson share vital tips on succeeding for streaming video on the Church Solutions Podcast.2019-11-1328 min
Church SolutionsPart 2 of Achieving Results Based on your Streaming Goals2019/11/06 ~ audio - What are your goals for your ministry using streaming How can you get the best results Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson share vital tips on succeeding for streaming video on the Church Solutions Podcast , part 22019-11-0628 min
Church SolutionsPart 1, Achieving Results Based on your Streaming Goals2019/10/30 ~ audio - What are your goals for your ministry using streaming How can you get the best results Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson share vital tips on succeeding for streaming video on the Church Solutions Podcast.2019-10-3028 min
Church SolutionsWhy You Should Stream Your Christmas Service2019/10/16 ~ audio - Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy share reasons why streaming your Christmas services is a good idea.2019-10-1628 min
Church SolutionsBest Practices with Church Money2019/10/02 ~ audio - Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy speak from experience about the best practices of handling church finances.2019-10-0228 min
Church SolutionsHow To Make Lasting Impressions for Church2019/09/18 ~ audio -Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson discuss ways to make lasting impressions on visitors to your church.2019-09-1828 min
Church Solutions5 Tips for Smoother Worship Team Rehearsals2019/08/29 ~ audio - Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy give 5 helpful tips to help your worship team rehearsals go smoother.2019-08-2928 min
Church SolutionsShould you Pastor Your Church Data2019/08/07 ~ audio - Steve Lacy, Phil Thompson and Andrew Statezny discuss how churches can use data to help better connect with their people .2019-08-0728 min
Church SolutionsDo Church Mergers Work2019/07/31 ~ audio - Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy speak with Andrew Statezny from CDF Capital. CDF Capital is uniquely positioned to help churches grow.2019-07-3128 min
Church SolutionsStreaming Live Encoders from Epiphan2019/07/17 ~ audio - Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy speak with George Herbert from Epiphan about streaming live encoders for churches.2019-07-1728 min
Church SolutionsShould You Mine Data for Your Church2019/07/11 ~ audio - Jonathan Smith director of tech at Faith Ministries talks about using data you can collect for your church will Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy2019-07-1128 min
Church SolutionsHow To Get Them Back2019/07/03 ~ audio - Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy interview Jonathan Malm about his latest book on how to get visitors to come back to your church.2019-07-0328 min
Church SolutionsChallenges of Bi-Vocational Pastors2019/06/26 ~ audio - Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy speak with Wyman Wellington, a bi-vocational pastor on the challenges and rewards of pastoring with two jobs.2019-06-2628 min
Church SolutionsReasons Your Church Should Have an App2019/06/19 ~ audio - Phil Thompson & Steve Lacy share important reasons why your church should offer a mobile app for your members.2019-06-1928 min
Church SolutionsTop Ways to Beat Summer Slump for Churches2019/06/12 ~ audio - Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy look at ways churches can be the summer slump.2019-06-1228 min
Church SolutionsWhat is NDI and Why Should I Care2019/06/05 ~ audio - Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson talk with tech guru Paul Alan Clifford about NDI and its uses for church.2019-06-0528 min
Church Solutions7 Reasons You're Not Reaching Unchurched2019/05/29 ~ audio - Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy look at reasons your why your church may not be reaching unchurched people and provide some remedies.2019-05-2928 min
Church SolutionsCultural Trends Church Must Not Ignore2019/05/09 ~ audio - Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy look at 10 trends in the culture that church leaders should not ignore.2019-05-0928 min
Church SolutionsHow To Connect with Your Streaming Video Viewers2019/04/17 ~ audio - Dillon Burroughs leads our discussion on ways to connect with your viewers that watch online with Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson.2019-04-1728 min
Church SolutionsWhy Some Churches Are Not Growing2019/03/28 ~ Audio - There are reasons churches are not growing and Phil Thompson & Steve Lacy share reasons and answers.2019-03-2828 min
Church SolutionsDo Numbers Matter for Your Church Audio Only2019/02/21 ~ Audio -Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy look at the importance of first time visitor numbers and we as follow up on this edition of the Church Solutions Podcast.2019-02-2128 min
Church SolutionsWhy Interactive Streaming Is Important2019/02/01 ~ Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson are guests at Epiphan TV and discuss streaming video for churches with George Herbert. The Webcaster X2 is talked about as well as a great option for churches.2019-02-0128 min
Church SolutionsEngage - Audio Version of Webinar2018/10/16 ~ This 30 minute live webinar with Pastor Craig Smee will help you engage your guests so they become committed members involved in small groups, serving and tithing.Craig, as well as Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson, will also be available to answer questions at the end of the presentation.2018-10-1628 min
Church SolutionsImportant Things to Consider with Streaming Vide2018/06/29 ~ Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy look at important things to consider when doing streaming video for your church or ministry. podcast notes2018-06-2928 min
Church SolutionsWho is Steve Lacy2018/05/09 ~ The story of how and why StreamingChurch.tv got started as we learn the history and background of Steve Lacy, Founder and President of JSL Solutions2018-05-0928 min
Church Solutions10 Steps to Successful Streaming Services2018/02/20 ~ Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson give 10 steps to take for a successful streaming experience.2018-02-2028 min
Church SolutionsUsing Wirecast to Stream2018/01/03 ~ Andrew Haley from Telestream talks about the features of Wirecast for churches and streaming video with Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy on the Church Solutions Podcast.2018-01-0328 min
Church SolutionsStreaming Video Q & A2017/03/29 ~ Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson answer questions about streaming video for church.2017-03-2928 min
Church SolutionsPorn and Church2017/03/02 ~ Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy speak with Beau Ouellette about pornography and the church in todays Church Solutions Podcast.2017-03-0228 min
Church SolutionsHow To Stream to other Social Media Platforms2017/02/09 ~ Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson discuss other platforms your church can stream to, like Facebook, YouTube and more.2017-02-0928 min
Church Solutions3 Things That Make a Great Sound Person2017/02/01 ~ Brad Duryea, audio engineer from Lakewood Church, (home of Joel Osteen), shares his wisdom on what makes a great sound person with Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson.2017-02-0128 min
Church SolutionsHow to Effectively Use Instagram For Church2017/01/19 ~ Phil Bowdel, Creative Arts Pastor at West Ridge Church in Atlanta, GA. shares great insight on how to use Instagram for your church with Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy2017-01-1928 min
Church Solutions6 Ways to Improve Church Communications2017/01/12 ~ Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy look at 6 ways to help your church get the word out about your events in 20172017-01-1228 min
Church SolutionsHow To Know If You Have a Back Door Problem2016/11/03 ~ Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy examine the issue of The Back Door in church assimilation and share some interesting stats about this topic.2016-11-0328 min
Church Solutions10 Ideas For Your Christmas Service2016/09/29 ~ Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy discuss 10 ideas for getting ready for your Christmas service.2016-09-2928 min
Church SolutionsThings People Hate About Church Websites2016/08/18 ~ Things People hate About Your Church Website is a collection of things Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy have noticed over the years of working with ministries.2016-08-1828 min
Church SolutionsA Different Look at Church Announcements2016/08/11 ~ Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy discuss a different perspective on handing your church announcements2016-08-1128 min
Church SolutionsCreating Innovation2016/07/29 ~ Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson speak about ways to make your church more innovative.2016-07-2928 min
Church SolutionsChurch Tech Stats2016/07/14 ~ Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy look at some interesting statistics on the use of technology by churches. How does your church compare2016-07-1428 min
Church SolutionsReasons Why People Don't Give2016/07/07 ~ Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy talk about reasons why people do not give to church and how to change that in a positive way.2016-07-0728 min
Church SolutionsUse Facebook to Grow your Church2016/06/23 ~ Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson give details on how you can use Facebook to grow your church.2016-06-2328 min
Church SolutionsOnline Tools For Church Growth2016/06/16 ~ Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson present some ideas on how you can increase attendance for your church using some online tools.2016-06-1628 min
Church SolutionsChurch Growth in Summer2016/06/09 ~ Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy discuss church growth in the summer and share tips on how it is possible.2016-06-0928 min
Church SolutionsLeadership Teams2016/05/26 ~ Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy talk about why a leadership team is important for your church and how to make sure you have a healthy one.2016-05-2628 min
Church SolutionsCreative Opportunities For Volunteers2016/05/19 ~ Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson share some creative ideas to help you plug new volunteers into your churchs ministry.2016-05-1928 min
Church SolutionsWhat You Wish Your Pastor Knew...2016/05/12 ~ Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson discuss streaming video and what your pastor needs to know.2016-05-1228 min
Church SolutionsTen Common Mistakes Volunteers Make2016/05/05 ~ Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson share ten common mistakes church volunteers make when it comes to handling new people visiting your church.2016-05-0528 min
Church SolutionsRasons People Will Give2016/04/28 ~ Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson share 5 main reasons people will donate to your ministry.2016-04-2828 min
Church SolutionsThe Future of Church2016/04/21 ~ Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson discuss the future of church and how technology could vastly affect it.2016-04-2128 min
Church SolutionsRethinking Twitter2016/04/14 ~ Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy take a look at twitter and why your church should consider using it to reach people.2016-04-1428 min
Church SolutionsGet More Viewers2016/04/07 ~ Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy talk about how you can gain more viewers to your streaming video events.2016-04-0728 min
Church SolutionsMust Have Tech For Churches2016/03/30 ~ Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy share some important technology tools all churches should have.2016-03-3028 min
Church SolutionsAwesome Things to Have On Your Website2016/03/24 ~ Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson share some ideas on things you can place on your church website to help people connect better with your ministry.2016-03-2428 min
Church SolutionsPros & Cons of Live Encoders2016/03/16 ~ Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy look at several live encoders for streaming video along with the pros and cons of each.2016-03-1628 min
Church Solutions7 Tips For Blogging2016/03/10 ~ Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson explain why blogging is important and how you can write an effect blog.2016-03-1028 min
Church SolutionsGreat Ways to Recruit Volunteers2016/03/03 ~ Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy have some valuable ideas on how to get more volunteers involved in your church.2016-03-0328 minChurch SolutionsChristmas Eve Service Ck List2015/11/25 ~ Here is your Christmas Eve Services Check list to prepare for the big night with Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson of Church Solutions Podcast.2015-11-2528 min
Church SolutionsTrends of Successful Streaming Churches2015/10/21 ~ Seven trends of successful churches that stream their services online with Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson.2015-10-2128 min
Church Solutions10 Stats Your Should Know2015/09/16 ~ Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy share 10 stats regarding church and technology.2015-09-1628 min
Church SolutionsChurch Small Groups: Why & How2015/09/10 ~ Phil Thompson and Steve Lacy talk about the importance of small groups for churches and how to be successful.2015-09-1028 min
Church Solutions6 things to Bring New Folks Back2014/07/23 ~ 6 things that will help bring new folks back to your church by Phil Thompson, Steve Lacy.2014-07-2328 minChurch SolutionsHD vs SD streaming video2014/06/05 ~ Steve Lacy and Phil Thompson compare SD and HD streaming and discuss which one may be right for you.2014-06-0528 min