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Preaching Online to a Virtual and Real Audience

Description

This 45-minute YouTube video helps congregations navigate the complexities of preaching to both a virtual and in-person audience. It supports congregational leaders in adapting to hybrid services by providing practical tips on how to engage effectively with both audiences.

Jared Wellman believes that churches must adopt a hybrid approach to preaching, maintaining connection with both online and physical audiences. To bridge the gap between virtual and physical audiences, Jared Wellman offers practical advice, personal experiences, and key strategies. This video includes considerations for camera presence, using social media for engagement, and learning from other online hosts.

Features

  • Chapter points clearly outlined in the video description for easy navigation
  • Free guide: "Live Streaming for Churches - The Easy Way" available through the video description
  • External links provided for further resources on the topic

Recommended Audience

worship planning teams, clergy and lay leaders, technology teams

Cost

Free

Practical Applications

  • Watch the video to learn how to effectively preach to both virtual and in-person audiences.
  • Try engaging with online chat during services to increase participation from virtual attendees.
  • Share the free guide with your tech team to streamline live streaming for your congregation.

About the Contributor

Contributor
Matt Burke

Matt Burke is the director of the Northeast Center for Congregations in Fort Wayne and serves as the Center’s Education Director statewide. Matt has a background in classroom, digital and experiential education and most recently served as the associate director of Learning Science at Kaplan Test Prep. He is passionate about using education to develop deeper faith in congregational participants.

Matt earned a B.A. in Religion from Mount Vernon Nazarene University and a Masters of Divinity degree from Asbury Theological Seminary. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Kelly, and his two sons, Silas and Levi. Matt also loves storytelling in films, books and music and finding the intersections of faith and popular culture.

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