{"id":31124,"date":"2021-10-21T18:30:39","date_gmt":"2021-10-21T22:30:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sharefaith.com\/blog\/?p=31124"},"modified":"2021-11-17T16:27:57","modified_gmt":"2021-11-17T21:27:57","slug":"7-best-practices-for-live-streaming-your-church-christmas-services","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sharefaith.com\/blog\/2021\/10\/7-best-practices-for-live-streaming-your-church-christmas-services\/","title":{"rendered":"7\u00a0Best Practices for Live Streaming Your Church\u00a0Christmas\u00a0Services\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. It\u2019s also\u00a0an incredible opportunity to share the gospel\u00a0because more people, including non-Christians, are\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/lifewayresearch.com\/2018\/12\/06\/9-trends-in-christmas-eve-church-services\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">more likely to attend<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0worship services on Christmas Eve than any other day of the year.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The\u00a0Bible\u00a0encourages people to go out and\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sharefaith.com\/blog\/2021\/07\/how-our-walk-with-jesus-christ-makes-us-into-disciples-who-make-disciples\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">make disciples<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0(Matthew 28:19-20). The heart of this\u00a0gospel message is what propels churches to spread the good news across the street and across the globe.\u00a0Live streaming can be a tool that furthers this mission.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The holidays are\u00a0already a busy season, why not offer live streaming of your Christmas services\u00a0in addition to any of the in-person events you plan on hosting? Some people don\u2019t feel comfortable or maybe they\u2019re\u00a0under the weather and aren\u2019t able to attend.\u00a0Others are\u00a0traveling or out of town.\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hello.sharefaith.com\/live-streaming-free-trial\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Live streaming<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0makes it possible for everybody to\u00a0still celebrate as a church family\u00a0and to invite new people\u00a0to experience church who normally wouldn\u2019t attend otherwise.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Holiday Service Live Streaming Ideas<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There are\u00a0multiple ways\u00a0you can engage your congregation\u00a0and also\u00a0reach beyond the walls of your church this Christmas. Below are some ideas on how you can use live streaming for holiday services.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><span id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-15db6aff-6bd3-4c8c-ad30-d1649a45094b\" class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\"><span id=\"hs-cta-15db6aff-6bd3-4c8c-ad30-d1649a45094b\" class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-15db6aff-6bd3-4c8c-ad30-d1649a45094b\"><!-- [if lte IE 8]>\n\n\n<div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div>\n\n\n<![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/6060861\/15db6aff-6bd3-4c8c-ad30-d1649a45094b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"hs-cta-img-15db6aff-6bd3-4c8c-ad30-d1649a45094b\" class=\"hs-cta-img\" style=\"border-width: 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/6060861\/15db6aff-6bd3-4c8c-ad30-d1649a45094b.png\" alt=\"New call-to-action\" width=\"1200\" height=\"400\" \/><\/a><\/span><script charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/js.hscta.net\/cta\/current.js\"><\/script><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> hbspt.cta.load(6060861, '15db6aff-6bd3-4c8c-ad30-d1649a45094b', {\"region\":\"na1\"}); <\/script><\/span><!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Christmas\u00a0or Christmas\u00a0Eve\u00a0Services<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">A pretty obvious way to connect with your online congregation is to offer your Christmas and\/or\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sharefaith.com\/blog\/2020\/12\/7-ways-to-improve-your-churchs-christmas-experience\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Christmas Eve services<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0digitally. This will allow those people who are out of town or busy with family to still\u00a0engage.\u00a0And like we stated previously, live streaming provides another opportunity to reach those people who\u00a0plan to attend on Christmas who normally wouldn\u2019t attend other services. This may even make them more comfortable because they can\u00a0\u201cgo to church\u201d\u00a0without having to\u00a0go to a physical building.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Christmas Play<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Another fun way to engage others is to offer a Christmas play or musical online. This could be done in-person\u00a0and also\u00a0offered via live stream. Plays can be a beautiful way to share the story of Christ\u2019s birth in a narrative.\u00a0Listening to a sermon\u00a0is great, but by offering the\u00a0Christmas story\u00a0through acting, it can really bring it to life.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Christmas Choir<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many churches have a special choir on Christmas. Consider bringing people together for a choir concert that can be live streamed for\u00a0others\u00a0to enjoy.\u00a0A lot of\u00a0churchgoers\u00a0love singing\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sharefaith.com\/blog\/2020\/12\/20-best-christmas-worship-songs-for-the-year\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">traditional Christmas\u00a0hymns<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">v\u00a0as part of their experiences during the holidays. A live streamed choir is a beautiful way to incorporate these songs and engage\u00a0many people.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Children\u2019s\/Youth Program<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Who doesn\u2019t love\u00a0watching kids act out the Christmas story.\u00a0They\u2019re so adorable! Live streaming your\u00a0children and youth programs\u00a0allows for family and friends to attend who\u00a0aren\u2019t local.\u00a0The grandparents who live out of state\u00a0will no longer miss out enjoying watching their grandkids\u2019\u00a0performance.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sharefaith.com\/black-friday\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-31133\" src=\"https:\/\/blogrouting.sharefaith.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Black-Friday-Concept-2021_ad_560x222.jpg\" alt=\"Save 20% During ShareFaith's Black Friday Sale\" width=\"560\" height=\"222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogrouting.sharefaith.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Black-Friday-Concept-2021_ad_560x222.jpg 560w, https:\/\/blogrouting.sharefaith.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Black-Friday-Concept-2021_ad_560x222-300x119.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Live Streaming Best Practices<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Do a test run before going live.<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">One key to a successful live stream is to test it before going live. You\u2019ll want to ensure all your video and audio equipment are operating correctly. To ensure a quality viewing experience, testing it beforehand will make a big difference.<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Include the online audience.<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Make the congregation who is attending online\u00a0feel like they are part of\u00a0your service. Welcome them at the beginning. Look at the camera throughout the message\u00a0and talk to the online audience as well as the people who are attending in-person. This will make everyone feel included no matter where they are watching.<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Have a team for live chat and prayer.<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">You don\u2019t want the people watching online to feel like they are simply viewing another piece of video content. Have a team in place to moderate the live chat, connect with people, and offer prayer.\u00a0When people are engaging with those watching the live stream, they will feel more connected.\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Start the live stream early.<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">You\u2019ll want to begin your live stream services a little early. This will allow people time to\u00a0get on the platform they\u2019re planning on viewing it from. It\u2019s a little like\u00a0congregants getting to church early; you don\u2019t want to turn them away because you don\u2019t have a welcoming space. Include a live countdown or a live view of the sanctuary. Be sure to have your chat moderators\u00a0welcoming people beforehand as well.<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Promote the live stream service.<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whatever you\u2019re doing for your live stream services, be sure to let people know about it all ahead of time. You\u2019ll have more people attend online if more people are aware.\u00a0Especially for holiday services, you\u2019ll want the word to get out!\u00a0ShareFaith\u00a0has some\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/media.sharefaith.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">wonderful graphics<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0to help with your event promotions too.<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Simulcast on social media.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Aside from making your livestream available on your\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sharefaith.com\/church-websites\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">church website<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, simulcast it to your church\u2019s social media platforms to reach your existing audience.\u00a0Some\u00a0people might not remember to watch from your website, but if they\u2019re already scrolling social media, they can tune in right there.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Get Ready to Live Stream This Christmas<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Engage even more people\u00a0this holiday season\u00a0with live streaming.\u00a0The team at\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sharefaith.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">ShareFaith<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0has got you covered with ChurchStreaming.tv.\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hello.sharefaith.com\/live-streaming-free-trial#trial\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Get started today<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0with your\u00a0free live streaming trial.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. 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