In a recent StreamingChurch.tv webinar, Aberdeen Broadcast Services President Matt Cook joined Phil Thompson to discuss the powerful role artificial intelligence is playing in making church services more accessible—both in-person and online.

As churches strive to reach broader and more diverse communities, the need for multilingual captioning and translation has never been greater. During the conversation, Matt shared how Aberdeen has spent years refining AI tools behind the scenes before confidently bringing them forward for real-time use.

“We’ve been using AI in post-production captioning for years—combining it with human editors to ensure top-tier quality,” Matt explained. “But we didn’t want to offer it live until we were confident it would meet the high standards our clients expect.”

A New Era of Real-Time Accessibility

What once required dedicated human captioners or translators can now be achieved instantly through AI—with support for over 60 languages in both subtitles and audio dubbing.

Whether you’re broadcasting to viewers across the globe or welcoming a multilingual congregation in your sanctuary, Aberdeen’s real-time solution is built to scale with you. During the live demo, attendees saw firsthand how captions and translations could be instantly toggled across multiple devices—no app, log-in, or special equipment required.

Designed for Churches—Not Just Tech Experts

One of the biggest takeaways from the webinar was that you don’t have to be a tech expert to bring this level of accessibility to your church. Aberdeen’s cloud-based tools work with any encoder and can be used in both live streams and in-person worship services.

“It’s as simple as scanning a QR code or clicking a link. Your viewers can then choose their preferred language and follow along in real-time,” said Matt.

Watch the Full Webinar Replay

If you missed the live event or want to revisit what was shared, you can now watch the full replay on demand here:

You’ll see:

• A live demo of the tech in action
• How churches are using it for both local and international outreach
• A walkthrough of Aberdeen’s 60+ language support
• The inspiration behind Aberdeen’s long-term commitment to accessibility

See It in Action—With Your Own Content

Curious how it would work for your services? We’re now offering personalized live demos using your actual content so you can see how real-time captions and multilingual translations would look during your own worship services.

• Experience the interface with familiar voices and formats
• Evaluate translation quality in real-time
• Get guidance tailored to your tech setup

Spots are limited and filling up quickly. Schedule your one-on-one demo now using our calendar link below.

The Bottom Line

Churches today have an unprecedented opportunity to reach global audiences, welcome newcomers, and serve members of all abilities and backgrounds. With trusted AI-powered tools from Aberdeen, you can break language barriers and make sure no one misses the message.

Learn more about ASR-powered accessibility tools for churches here.