If someone asked you why you got into ministry could you answer? I knew from a very young age that my future lay in technology that served the church. I wasn’t sure how that would pan out at the time. I was at a small church, large for the denomination, but small in the terms…
Managing Conflict
Previously Posted on Church Production Magazine The church is not free from conflict. As someone who works in the church, and in a high-stress area like production, I see conflict all the time. As the hours get longer, the communication lines break down, and tempers can flare. In a moment, things can change and people…
Thankless Job…or is it?
Previously Posted on Church Production Magazine November 04, 2013 Production is a thankless job. We all know it, yet we still go in each weekend and man our posts behind a camera, an audio console, or hidden away in a video room. We may never know if what we do actually makes a difference in…
Now Rest! – 12 Days of Christmas (Posts)
I would say do not read this post until December 25th, but that would defeat the reason for posting it now. I want to wrap this series up by giving you permission to rest. I’m not your boss, but I’m still telling you that you need to take it easy for a bit. If you…
Does it Make Sense? – 12 Days of Christmas (Posts)
Are you shocking your congregation just to shock them? I have a not-so-secret desire to work Meatloaf’s song “I’d Do Anything for Love, But I Won’t Do That” into a service. I have tried every angle possible, but still can’t quite find the right fit. See, I believe anything we put into the service needs…
War Room – 12 Days of Christmas (Posts)
One of my favorite movies is Dr. Strangelove. I have loved it since I was a kid (I am an old soul). One of my favorite lines is when the president yells at two men fighting saying, “gentlemen, you can’t fight in here, this is the war room.” I probably say that line at least…
Think on Your Feet – 12 Days of Christmas (Posts)
This post is important to me. As I constantly strive for better ways to manage productivity, this one is key. Now as you start reading, you may think this doesn’t apply to you. While technically this is geared for churches with production staff, it can still work for volunteer leaders. The Standing Meeting – a…
Limit Activities – 12 Days of Christmas (Posts)
December is known in the church world for its unending “ask.” Every ministry needs tech help for their parties or events. As a people pleaser and overall nice guy, this is the season I tend to see everyone but my own family. Being busy this time of year is expected, but it shouldn’t kill you….
Don’t be Stupid – 12 Days of Christmas (Posts)
Why are new updates so tempting? With new fixes and features added, you can just feel them calling to you to install them. That may be one of the things I now miss with the new Mac OS Mavericks. It just installs them for you. I don’t get to see what is changing. Well with…
Maintenance Plans – 12 Days of Christmas (Posts)
Proper maintenance of production equipment often gets overlooked due to time and budget. Even though church equipment doesn’t get beat up like gear on a tour, (unless you have a portable setup) it still requires continual upkeep. Know your lamp life – Projectors and “Intelligent” Lighting all have a set number of operating hours that must…
