Exeter Church broadcasts LIVE for those snowbound across Devon
A CHURCH in Exeter is livestreaming their service this Sunday – so those snowbound and stuck at home won’t have to miss out.
Rediscover Church in Northernhay Street already broadcasts their 11.30am service LIVE online every Sunday to a local and international audience, with people tuning in from across Devon including Topsham, Crediton and Exmouth.
But in extreme weather such as snow or floods, their livestream broadcast takes on a more important role, so those who cannot leave their own home due to safety or transport reasons, can still take part in worship. join in with prayer, and be part of a community with others watching from across Devon.
On a typical Sunday, the church says that around 80 people tune in, with a demographic of all ages and backgrounds, including regular church attendees and others who are exploring church for the first time.
Those watching not only are able to tune into the livestream of the service but also take part in an online chatroom which is alongside the video player. A group of Online Pastors then talk with the guests online, chatting to them about the service, answering questions and praying for individuals.
The broadcast also features special ‘Online Presenters’ who engage with viewers with unpacking the service, explaining what is happening and answering questions viewers may have.
Church Online Pastor Jason Ham said, “We hear from our viewers on a weekly basis and we know that people so much appreciate being able to tune in online. We have lots of different kinds of viewers – some who are housebound and so we are their home church, others might be on holiday and still want to be part of church, whilst others are struggling and are looking for some comfort.
“During this snow extreme weather – and other weather that is out of the ordinary – the livestream is a valuable resource. It means that people won’t have to miss out on church, also those who are lonely and on their own can still find community by coming to Church Online. Why not watch online this Sunday and explore it for yourself?”
You can watch the livestream this Sunday at 11.30am at http://live.rediscoverchurch.com
