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There are other devices that work in restaurants. Most of them are add on technologies that work with your hearing aids. That's a whole 'nother thing. 🙂
Churches are exempt from the Disabilities Act regulations, but worship centers as a whole have been the most generous in getting technology installed. Reality is: YOU have to ask for it. They may tell you they have a system; possibly an FM system or an Infrared System (IR). Those systems require receivers and usually come with headphones or earbuds. However, you can use the telecoil if you plug in a 'neckloop'. That basically creates a 'looped you', as you are inside the looped circle. Turn telecoils on and you will hear well. Neckloops cost between $40 - $60 and are worth every penny. I use mine with my cell phone, my laptop, a portable radio, and other audio devices. Easier than BT in many ways.
Now that you are aware of hearing loops, are you willing to do the education and advocacy needed to get your church 'in the loop'?