In 2018, our congregation was spread across a broad geographical expanse, including Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Minnesota, California, Connecticut, Tennessee, Florida, Nebraska, as well as Peru and Puerto Rico. With such widespread locations, communication and presence were constant challenges, particularly for those who held leadership positions.

Traditionally,  congregational meetings were held in four or five separate geographical locations. Our leadership team would travel to each site for a day-long meeting, a routine we followed at least twice a year. This meant frequent travel and the need to deliver the same presentation multiple times. Other forms of communication included postal mail, email, and phone relays. At the time, we felt our system was functioning well enough, believing that "nothing was broken" and thus, there was no urgent need for change.

However, everything shifted in March 2020 when our country and the world faced an unprecedented lockdown.  A  new global virus, COVID-19 abruptly altered our lives, making travel risky and impractical. Despite these challenges, maintaining communication and support for our sisters and associates  became even more crucial. The widespread fear and anxiety of isolation and being cut off from one another emphasized the need to stay connected.  In order to address this we had to adapt quickly to new technologies, learning to use Zoom and equipping our members with laptops and iPads became essential for virtual connection.

In the early days of the pandemic, our leadership team began creating videotaped communications for our sisters. I personally delved into the technology of recording and utilizing the Zoom platform to develop these presentations. Initially, we recorded our presentations together as a group, but as time progressed and because of COVID-19 travel restrictions, I started to record us individually on Zoom and pieced the footage together to create cohesive presentations. I also expanded my efforts to include recording other events such as funerals, jubilees, rituals, and spiritual talks.

Over the past five years, I have witnessed firsthand how video recording has transformed our communication methods, especially when in-person gatherings are not possible. Initially, some sisters and associates were hesitant about being recorded, but I assured them that their privacy would be respected and any unwanted footage could be removed.  As time passed, their concerns eased, and now, most are comfortable being recorded, appreciating the value of these videos. Today, the sight of my tripod and camera is a familiar presence in our community gatherings.

Sisters and associates frequently express their gratitude for this service, particularly when they’re unable to attend meetings in person and can still view the entire event through a shared link. Families also value the ability to participate in events like funerals virtually, whether through live streaming or by watching a recording afterward.

These experiences have strengthened my belief that  the use of video recording is an effective means of keeping everyone connected and informed. Additionally, it serves as a valuable tool for preserving the sacred history and legacy of our religious congregations. Inspired by this conviction and my desire to share this ministry, I created Clarity Video Recording, so that other religious groups can experience the benefits and blessings that come from incorporating video recording into their daily operations.