Often people say to me, “If I had the same resources you have, I could make my church services awesome and everyone would respect my leadership skills and technical decisions.” Gateway Church started very small. I’m certain we didn’t have moving lights, cool sound systems and video projection systems at... read more
The movie Samson opens in theaters nationwide this weekend. This is a great film to promote to your volunteer team. Check out some details about the film and an Exclusive Interview with Pureflix CEO Michael Scott below. About the Film: SAMSON is based on the powerful, biblical epic of a... read more
I want to tell you a story of a time I messed up when it comes to serving people. The problem lies in this – we didn’t follow up with him, at least I didn’t. I was serving on staff at a large church in Mississippi. Our volunteer team was... read more
As leaders that provide technical oversight, we have all asked ourselves this question: “Can excellence be attained with volunteers? More and more churches are hiring staff to “fix” an issue, but then realize hiring staff comes with its own set of problems. Many times they can make the issue you... read more
I want to try something on you. When you read the next sentence, I want you to try and identify the feeling that comes over you. Christmas is only a few days away. For some of you, it’s pure panic. You may not feel ready, or you don’t feel like... read more
Raise your hand if you have a light switch at home… Okay, so you know how a light switch works. The concept is simple (although, don’t ask me about how it technically works). The light switch is usually on a wall some where by the door. When someone walks into... read more
For the longest time, I used to have a reoccurring dream that I was back in high school. I would be standing in front of my locker, unable to remember the combination. After struggling over and over with the dial, I would hear the warning bell for class and... read more
The movie LET THERE BE LIGHT opens in theaters nationwide Friday. This is a great film to promote to your volunteer team. Check out some details about the film. About the Film: After losing his young son to cancer, Dr. Sol Harkens has dedicated his life to the cause of... read more
I’m a firm believer in processes and systems. I do think sometimes I can be overkill and have too many systems in place where it gets confusing, but I’d rather have more organization and have to pull it back than fly by the seat of my pants all the time.... read more
When it comes to video, keep it simple. I had been a technical director for about 10 years before starting at a new church. We were launching the video ministry. We had only done IMAG on the screens for a few weeks when I decided to adapt the switching... read more
I’m a one tripper. Now before you start asking what the physiologist has prescribed for me, let me explain to you what a one tripper is. A one tripper is someone who is determined to get everything in one trip. For instance, when packing the car for a trip... read more
The movie A QUESTION OF FAITH opens in theaters nationwide Friday. This is a great film to promote to your volunteer team. Check out some details about the film and listen to an interview with star TC Stallings below. About the Film: Pastor David Newman is a loving husband... read more