First Impression: Telestream Wirecast Gear Live Streaming Production Hardware
By Jim Bask
It’s an all-in-one solution that could help churches get up and going without the high costs and hassles normally associated with starting a streaming ministry.
There’s no denying the power of live streaming to exponentially increase the impact of a ministry, allowing churches to impact groups of people that might not otherwise be reached. It helps congregation members stay connected when they’re out of town or simply can’t make it to the live worship experience. Live streaming also expands the potential reach of special conferences and classes taking place beyond the normal confines of the main auditorium.
In the past, streaming had been largely reserved for medium and larger churches with bigger budgets and dedicated staff. This was mostly due to the difficulty and expense of creating the infrastructure necessary to live stream. Beyond the cost of the equipment and servers, it often took significant investments of time and energy to effectively integrate the required technical components. Fortunately, streaming hardware and software companies today are recognizing the unique challenges that churches face and are beginning to introduce exciting solutions to address these needs. Enter the Telestream Wirecast Gear….[continue reading]