Live streaming your service on YouTube is a way for members of your congregation to participate in these holy days, while also practicing physical distancing. Here are some resources that explain how you can easily set up a livestream:
· Digital Events Playbook - This guide will show you how to create digital-first events, including a walkthrough of our product offering and best practices to engage your community. · Detailed Instructions for hosting a livestream event – either from a mobile device or desktop · Playlist and Help Center for other best practices across live streaming:
· Here is information we recommend sending to your congregation on how to easily find and watch your live stream. We recommend sending information in advance and following up with reminders as the holiday approaches. o Date and time that the services will be offered o Instructions on how to find the livestream § Open a browser (eg Chrome, Firefox, Safari) § Go to [insert your YouTube channel link] § The live stream will begin on the channel at the time of the service
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