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Summer's heating up, and so is our content! Dive into a brand new podcast and blog post to quench your knowledge thirst. We've got exciting Spark SDI news, a feature upgrade you won't want to miss, and a peek behind the curtain at our team meetings. Plus, there's a free way to expand your church's reach and a chance to win prizes by sharing your content!
What Fuels a Worship Leader's Nightmares?
A year has flown by since we last caught up with worship leader Ryland Russell. In this exciting follow-up interview, we'll dive deep into updates on his YouTube channel and the inspiring developments at his church. Ryland also offers insightful wisdom on the power of systems and how they can revolutionize your church's efficiency!
Calling All Streaming Pros
The Spark HEVC encoder is now available in an SDI version, giving you even more flexibility for your professional setups. Enjoy all the power and efficiency of HEVC encoding, now with the connectivity you need. Learn more on our website.
This BoxCast Feature Just Got a BIG Upgrade!
The BoxCast Low-Latency Preview feature allows you to troubleshoot streaming issues in near real-time from anywhere, without the usual 30+ second delay. Recently, we ran some new updates that allow you to:
- Watch directly in your browser
- Monitor HEVC streams (this includes streams from Spark + Pro)
- Preview up to 10 minutes before your broadcast begins
- And more!
Check out our support article for more details!
Share Your Streams With Us!
Don’t forget to show off your Sharing clips! Tag them with #streamclipshare and you could be in the running for some awesome prizes! We can't wait to see what you’re creating.
Which Encoder is Right for Your Church?
Confused about live streaming encoders? In our latest blog post, we compare 3 budget-friendly powerhouses: BoxCast Spark, Resi Mini, and Blackmagic Web Presenter. Read all about it here and see which one reigns supreme!
BoxCast Team Bonding: Unveiling Our Favorite Zoom Polls
At BoxCast, we believe in striking a balance between serious business and a little workplace fun. While we meet every Tuesday afternoon to go over company updates and news, we also take the time to start these meetings with a fun Zoom poll. They've become a tradition, and we wanted to share some of our all-time favorites with you – check them out below!
Get Your Church Visible Online with Free Google Ads!
Did you know Google offers free advertising grants to churches and nonprofits? That's right, you can leverage the power of Google to reach more people and boost your online presence.
This is where Faithworks Marketing comes in. Jono Long and his team are experts in helping churches like yours utilize these Google Ad Grants. They've created a powerful solution to supercharge your online outreach.
Ready to get started? Connect with Faithworks Marketing to discuss setting up your Google Ad Grant.
ICYMI
Here’s what we’ve been watching, reading, and creating lately:
Good News for Small Creators…(on YouTube)
Spark Quick Start Guide
Facebook Ads vs. Google Ads for Churches
BARGAIN OR BUST 2.0 - Cheap Tech Tested
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