Church Congregation Engagement App: What Feedr Actually Does
A church congregation engagement app is a tool that lets pastors and speakers capture live questions, comments, and reactions from their audience in real-time, without requiring attendees to download software. Feedr by MRVL does exactly this: it's a live audience interaction platform built for church preachers, conference speakers, and event hosts who want real-time engagement during their sessions.
What Makes Feedr Different From Webinar or Video Platforms
Most churches assume they need a full webinar platform or video-conferencing tool for congregation engagement. Feedr is neither. It's not designed for streaming sermons or video calls. Instead, it's a real-time comment and interaction layer that works alongside whatever you're already doing: a live service, a recorded message, a live stream on another platform, or in-person gathering. Your congregation simply scans a QR code on their phone or device, opens a browser (no app download, no account signup), and can post questions, comments, and reactions instantly. The pastor or host moderates and responds from their iOS or Android device. This keeps engagement focused and immediate, not hidden in a comments section nobody checks later.
How Live Comments Work in a Church Setting
During a service or sermon, you display a QR code on screen or share it via text, email, or social media. Congregation members scan it and land on a simple page where they can type a comment or question in real-time. Those messages appear in a live stream on your host dashboard, visible to you and any guest moderators you've invited. You can upvote helpful questions, pin standout comments to the top for visibility, and filter out comments that don't fit your community guidelines. As of June 2026, churches using Feedr report stronger participation during Q&A segments and more actionable feedback about sermons and teaching. The emoji reaction feature (available on Creator tier and above) also lets congregation members respond to your points without typing, keeping engagement light and inclusive.
Pricing and Audience Size Options
Feedr's free tier includes 3 sessions per month, support for up to 100 audience members, a live comment stream, and a basic session report. That's enough for small gatherings or regular testing. The Creator plan (£6.99 per month or £49.99 per year) unlocks unlimited sessions, room for 500 audience members, comment moderation tools, emoji reactions, and the ability to invite guest moderators via link. The Pro plan (£14.99 per month or £119.99 per year) adds unlimited audience size and a full analytics dashboard so you can track engagement trends across services. Most churches start on Creator once they're ready to run engagement every week.
When to Use Feedr in Church Context
Feedr works best during live sermons, teaching sessions, prayer meetings, small group discussions, and post-service Q&A panels. Some churches display questions live on a secondary screen so the preacher can respond mid-sermon; others collect comments silently and review them during a designated Q&A block afterwards. You can also use it during church plant launch events, baptisms, or communion teaching where you want instant congregational input. Unlike a feedback form sent weeks later, Feedr captures the moment when energy and attention are highest, making responses more genuine and actionable.
Integration With Church Tools
Feedr itself is not a full church management platform. If you run your church directory, giving, or booking through apps like Ekklesia or Givr, Feedr sits alongside those tools as your live engagement layer. Your congregation already knows how to use their browser; no new training or passwords needed. The simplicity is intentional. You're not asking your church to adopt another complex system; you're giving them one lightweight way to participate in the moment.
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Frequently asked questions
Do congregation members need to download an app to use Feedr?
No. They scan a QR code and open a browser on their phone. No app download, no account, no signup. That's the whole point.
Can I see who posted each comment?
Comments are anonymous by default. You see the text but not the identity of who wrote it, unless they choose to type their name in the comment itself. This encourages honest feedback.
What's the difference between the free plan and Creator?
Free gives you 3 sessions a month and a 100-person limit. Creator unlocks unlimited sessions, up to 500 people, moderation tools, emoji reactions, and guest moderator links. Pro adds unlimited audience and a full analytics dashboard.
Can Feedr stream video or audio?
No. Feedr is purely for real-time audience comments and reactions. If you're live-streaming your service, Feedr runs alongside that stream on another platform or device.
How many moderators can I invite to manage comments?
You can invite guest moderators via a shareable link (Creator tier and above). The number isn't capped, so you can bring in as many church volunteers as you need to keep the comment stream healthy.
Is there a limit to how long a session can run?
No. Sessions run as long as you keep the app open on your host device. Some churches use Feedr for the full service (60 to 90 minutes), others just for a Q&A block.