Streaming

Broadcast Services Live or On-Demand

Seamless Live & Pre-Recorded Streaming TheFaithApp supports audio and video streaming to help your church reach members in real time or share archived services. Whether hosting a live sermon, Bible study, or worship session, deliver content directly to congregants’ devices with minimal setup.

How to Set Up a Stream

audio stream

For Audio Streams:

1. Navigate to Streaming:

   • Go to the Streaming tab in your Admin Dashboard.

   • Select + Add Audio Stream.

2. Configure Details:

   • Title: Name your stream (e.g., “Sunday Worship Live Audio”).

   • Cover Photo: Upload artwork (e.g., your church logo or sermon series graphic).

   • Stream URL: Paste the direct audio streaming link.

3. Activate: Toggle the stream to Active during live events or Inactive afterward.

video straming

For Video Streams:

1. Navigate to Streaming:

   • Go to the Streaming tab and select + Add Video Stream.

2. Configure Details:

   • Title: Use a descriptive name (e.g., “Midweek Prayer Night Live”).

   • Stream Type: Choose YouTube or M3U8 (for advanced streaming servers).

   • Source URL: Paste the YouTube link or M3U8 manifest URL.

3. Activate/Deactivate: Control visibility with the status toggle.

Manage Streams Efficiently

• Search: Filter streams by title, type, or status.

• Edit: Update URLs, titles, or thumbnails as needed.

• Toggle Status: Quickly activate streams for live events or archive them post-broadcast.

Why Streaming Matters

• Global Reach: Engage remote or traveling members with real-time access.

• Flexibility: Support multiple platforms (YouTube, M3U8) to match your technical setup.

• Archiving: Keep streams inactive but accessible for on-demand viewing.

Best Practices for Impactful Streaming

• Test Links Early: Verify stream stability 15 minutes before going live.

• Promote in Advance: Use Notifications to alert members about upcoming streams.
• Brand Consistently: Use uniform thumbnails and titles (e.g., “Grace Church Live: Easter Service”).