So, we’ve been working with Clover to get our new website up and I love it. Let me know what you think… I would totally recommend them. Our podcast is going to have to be reformatted and will be back up in a couple days, but until then- enjoy the new site.
Been trying to figure out how to continually use media to promote the church. We’ve done a good job through YouTube and Vimeo. It’s been decent with Facebook & Myspace, but I wanted it to be something consistent.
So, in the process of thinking through this I came across Centerpoint Church and they had a little wallpaper section for computer desktops and iPhones. I can’t verbalize how many times I check out people’s computers, phone, etc. to see what their background is. It’s intriguing to me. And it usually starts conversation. So I took some of our Pre-Service slides and made some backgrounds from them (some of the originals were made by our volunteers). Below is a screenshot and the link to the page is here.
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There is a lot going on with Jesus in this first section of Mark. We see him get baptized, tempted for 40 days by the devil, gets his team together (the disciples), drives out an evil spirit, heals a ton of people, gets away to pray, then starts the cycle all over again. The thing that stands out to me while reading this is the praying portion.
Verse 35, “Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed.”
In the midst of chaos and life going in a million directions; Jesus took the time to pray. Now what he prayed for I have no clue, but I’m willing to bet it was for strength and peace. I know throughout life I have faced some pretty trying times (many of you at Forefront have too), and in the middle of everything happening I have to remind myself to ask God to give my family and I peace and strength so we can look to him, rely on him, and not go totally insane. When we lean on him, things become clearer. When we trust him and go to God in prayer, he rewards our faithfulness.
Until next time,
Jason *over and out*
So we went on a staff retreat recently and things where great. Posted a longer version with the back story on the Nerf Balls here, but enjoy the chaos. How does your staff have fun and let loose as a team?
Other than Chuck looking like a ghost after inserting his picture, this video thing made me weak. Make your own at Jib Jab. Enjoy.
We’re keeping it simple.
We’re going to sing songs about Jesus.
We’re going to talk about Jesus.
We’re going to ask you to invite friends.
We’re going to be at Ocean Lakes High School at 7pm.
We’re going to celebrate Jesus together.
We’re looking forward to seeing you there.
Christmas Eve Service
December 24, 2008 at Ocean Lakes H.S.
7:00 – 8:00
For directions click here
See you tomorrow night people.
Jason *over and out*
