Watch us live online with YouTube or with Zoom.
To interact with us live, or watch a previously aired service, please watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@sfswedenborgianchurch
Live Streaming FAQ:
- Do I need a YouTube account to watch?
- You do not need an account to watch the live stream. However, if you want to interact with others in the chat, or get notifications about new videos and upcoming live streams, we recommend creating an account (it’s free). If you have an account, be sure to subscribe to our channel to make it easier to find in the future (“sfswedenborgianchurch”).
- Do I need to download an app?
- If you are watching from a mobile device, you will need to download the YouTube app and create an account. Once you have the app, you can follow this link.
- If you are watching from your computer, you do not need to download an app. You can simply click on this link or open your internet browser and type in our channel address: www.youtube.com/@sfswedenborgianchurch
- How will I know when you are live?
- We will go live at 11 a.m. Pacific time every Sunday. To find the live stream, navigate to our channel page. A video link will appear right at the top of our page when we are live and our icon photo will be circled in red with the words “live”. Click on either to open the video. If you do not see this, refresh your browser and/or wait a few minutes for the stream to begin. You can also click on “Live” in the menu bar on our channel.
- I can’t see/hear or the video or audio stopped during the stream. What do I do?
- Please try refreshing your internet browser if the stream is interrupted. If that does not work, please try disconnecting from your wifi and then reconnecting to reset the connection (make sure you know the network name and password).
- Double check that your device’s volume is turned on, the video playback is not muted, and your internet connection is strong. Video streaming requires good signal.
- I joined the stream late. How do I watch from the beginning?
- On YouTube, you may use the video controls to rewind the broadcast. However, you will no longer be watching live with others. Once the live broadcast ends, the stream will be interrupted for up to one hour and you will have to wait for the full recording to upload to YouTube. After the stream has ended, the video can be found under the “Videos” tab on our channel.
- How do I watch previously-aired services?
- Watch edited services on our YouTube channel here: tiny.cc/sfscyoutube
- Select services prior to 2020 are available on our website here.
Zoom How-To
Currently, Zoom is used for bible study and other select events. Following are instructions and links for downloading Zoom to your computer, mobile phone or tablet:
- Download Zoom: If you plan to use your desktop or laptop computer to participate, you will need to download the Zoom Client for Meetings. If you plan to use your mobile device (phone or tablet), you will need to download the appropriate version of the Zoom Mobile App by searching directly through the App Store or Google Play App. Follow your usual instructions for installing apps on your computer or device. We suggest that you do that in plenty of time to have it set up before service!
- Find the meeting link/code: All of the virtual events on Zoom have a code or link, which you will find here in e-news or by contacting us directly (office@sfswedenborgian.org).
- Join the meeting: Once you have downloaded Zoom for your device, just click on the link at the scheduled time and you will be automatically directed. You will be asked one or two automatic questions about “allowing” your computer to connect to the Zoom event. Click “yes” or “allow” and you will find yourself in our virtual meeting with your friends and fellow congregants.
- Dial in option: For those without computer or internet access, Zoom offers a dial-in option so you can listen through your telephone. The dial-in number will be listed along with the meeting ID, which you will need to use to access the stream.