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PASTOR-FRIENDLY VIDEO — Case study: Saddleback Church

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church A/V, church audio video, church technology, church video systems, pastor friendly video, Saddleback Church, worship technology

May 13, 2015 at 3:10 pm.

Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, CA, hosts more than 20,000 people in weekly attendance. Throughout the week, this globally recognized church offers five services and a number of different events, including concerts, workshops and other studies and seminars. The church was looking to upgrade its facility as part of its “Decade of Destiny” campaign — a 10-year vision to help members in the areas of physical, financial, relational, emotional, mental, vocational and spiritual health.

Understanding loudspeaker systems — what’s right for your church?

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church audio, church audio system, church loudspeakers, church speaker system, church speakers, pastor-friendly audio, sanctuary audio, worship space audio

May 13, 2015 at 2:37 pm.

Though your church’s audio system is comprised of a lot of different components, loudspeakers are arguably the most significant. As the final link between the message and the listener, the right loudspeaker system can make the difference between indifference and inspiration.

Effective student spaces: 3 tried-and-true design elements

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church youth facility, church youth space, youth facilities, youth friendly spaces, youth ministry, youth spaces, youth worship spaces

May 13, 2015 at 2:28 pm.

Many student worship spaces use design elements that promote ministry and embody many of the same elements we find in all worship spaces. However, student worship spaces typically take it to a different level. While the ultimate goal is to worship Jesus, there’s also a practical goal: to maintain a connection with the student, who’s bombarded with all the trappings of today’s culture and crowd. To be successful on both fronts, the architecture and the design of the space must uniquely “speak” to the student population.

Engagement leads to building disciples

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ChMs, church management software, church software, church technology, church visitor retention, CMS

May 13, 2015 at 2:18 pm.

Making connections is an important part of life. From faster, more effective communication to building a more engaged community through deeper relationships, the promise of connecting through the use of technology in the 21st century seems awesome. While technology itself is not the answer, it can be utilized by churches to better connect, engage, equip and mobilize their congregations for doing the work outlined through the Gospel.

Invisible technology, tangible fellowship

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ChMs, church management software, church software, church technology, church visitor retention, CMS

May 13, 2015 at 1:56 pm.

Too often, we talk about tracking visitors and not letting them “fall through the cracks” of the organization. That’s the foundation of what a church management system (ChMS) should do — but it can be lot richer.

LED display walls: 101

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church A/V, church LED, church technology, church video, church video systems, led display walls, led video walls, pastor friendly video

March 30, 2015 at 12:27 pm.

To discuss what an LED display wall is — and how it can enhance the worship experience and your church’s financial bottom line — we must first understand what an LED is.

System components: knowing your options

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church A/V, church audio, church loudspeakers, church sound, church sound systems, pastor-friendly audio

March 30, 2015 at 12:17 pm.

In the ongoing quest to create better, more effective worship, the need for good sound is paramount. Whether clearly articulating a meaningful sermon or delivering a praise band’s impactful musical performance, it’s important that every person — in every seat — is treated to the best possible sonic experience.

Church Management Software (ChMS) Forum: Your ChMS should grow WITH you

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ChMs, church giving tools, church management software, church software, church technology

March 30, 2015 at 12:06 pm.

People are already abandoning cash and checks in favor of debit and credit cards. And, the tools they’re using now could be obsolete in 10 years. So, choosing a ChMS that stays current with giving technology is crucial. By Mark Kitts Churches that employ alternative giving methods collect more contributions more consistently than those limited […]

Church Management Software (ChMS) Forum: It’s all about integration

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ChMs, Church Finance, Church gifts, church giving, church software, church technology, management software

March 30, 2015 at 12:04 pm.

Frankly, many churches have some form of online giving software already in place. So, the point isn’t just about having online giving or donation tools — it’s about maximizing all the benefits online giving can provide.

The tension between technology and faith

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Church Finance, church generosity, church giving, church giving options, church technology, e-giving, mobile giving, text giving

March 30, 2015 at 11:56 am.

We wanted to dig more into the connection between faith, relevance and technology. So, we put together a short three-question study. We then administered this study to some of the 2,500 attendees of the Nazarene M15 Conference, held in Kansas City, MO, in February.