Volunteer Culture

Chasing Grace with David Temple

The faith-based drama, Chasing Grace, was released on DVD yesterday, May 3rd.

Adapted from the novel Discovering Grace, the film was written, directed and executive-produced by, as well as stars, David Temple (The Confession – actor, The Last Passport – director/writer).

Starring Michael Joiner (The Grace Card), Rusty Martin (Courageous) and Ashlee Payne (Red Dirt Rising), Chasing Grace touches on a painful tragedy that brings to light the story of great redemption and forgiveness.

The Dove Foundation, the organization that encourages and promotes wholesome family entertainment, has already given Chasing Grace four out of five doves.

The film is loosely based upon true events from David Temple’s past, which helped make the story and characters feel more real than other faith-based films.

I recently spoke with David about bringing the film to life, tips for directing short and long form films, and more. He also gives some practical advice for intense moments in the production process and how we as filmmakers and Church Media professionals can handle these high-pressure situations.

Listen to my full interview with David below.

Listen to the Full Interview:

Official Movie Website: chasinggracemovie.com

Follow David Temple on Twitter: @davetemple

CARL BARNHILL
Creative Director / Owner
[twelve:thirty]media | Columbia, SC
twelvethirtymedia.com

Carl Barnhill has served on staff at some of the largest churches and organizations in the country. He served as Media Director at Precept Ministries International, directing the television and radio program Precepts for Life with Kay Arthur, broadcasted to over 98 million homes around the world. He served as Video Production Director at Pinelake Church in Brandon, MS, where he produced media content for four campuses, as well as led volunteer teams.

He most recently served as Video Coordinator for Newspring Church in South Carolina. Newspring has 10 campuses across the state with a weekly attendance of over 35,000. At one campus alone, the number of consistent volunteers serving in media production tripled, under his leadership.

He currently serves as Creative Director and Owner of [twelve:thirty]media, a company that serves churches and ministries all over the world through motion graphics content and church media coaching.