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Cancer Blogger’s Last Post Goes Viral

Russ

One year ago, I read this news article: B. C. cancer blogger’s final words go viral Derek Miller,  a 41-year-old father of two, died from complications of colorectal cancer.  He had written a farewell post which a close friend published for him on his blog. Perhaps you could generate a discussion on what your last words would be that leads to the gospel. Does anybody  have a “last post” lined up? NOTES: Derek Miller’s “last post.”  Unfortunately, Derek was a committed atheist and believed he would not exist after h Meet e4e author Russ Martin and read Russ’s posts on e4e. Continue reading Cancer Blogger’s Last Post Goes Viral

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4th annual Report on Nonprofits and Social Networks

Sus Schmitt

The 4th annual report on nonprofits and social networks is packed with insights into how nonprofits are leveraging social networks as part of their marketing, communications and fundraising strategies. Have a look at the INFOGRAPHIC below then download the full report to learn more about important behaviors and trends. View the entire infographic. Continue reading 4th annual Report on Nonprofits and Social Networks

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Powerbag

Sus Schmitt

What do you think of this useful review? Would a powered backpack, messenger bag, or briefcase be a great asset for your ministry?  Powerbag has its own battery so you can charge any of your devices while you’re on the go. NOTES: I decided to feature a reviewer’s impressions of the Powerbag. Here’s Powerbag’s official promo video. The reviewer’s discount offer is no longer in effect. Continue reading Powerbag

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Jesus IS Bigger Than Angry Birds

Russ

If you’re interested in YouVersion or in what you might need to consider when putting together a mobile app for ministy, watch this seven-minute interview, Jesus IS Bigger Than Angry Birds, by  TechCrunch with YouVersion’s founder, Bobby Gruenewald. Takeways: – YouVersion has positioned itself as a “Bible engagement” tool and “interactive” app – YouVersion measures ‘everything’ including amount of time the app is open – YouVersion has positioned itself as a cause (they are trying to get people to read the Bible) – YouVersion thinks that if something is on a mobile device, it’s more a part of your life … Continue reading Jesus IS Bigger Than Angry Birds

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The Rule of Thirds in Photography (Guest Post)

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Knowing and mastering the rule of thirds is a  simple way to push your photography to a higher level. The rule of thirds is one of the basic rules of art design. It is taking our photo frame and mentally placing a tic-tac-toe screen over it. Where the lines intersect are the “sweet spots” in which to place the important elements of a photograph. We should always keep our horizon lines on or above the top third  of an image (mountain lake photo, below) or on or below the bottom third of an image (elk photo). The classic vacation sunset shot with the sun smack in the middle of the photograph is not good. Continue reading “The Rule of Thirds in Photography (Guest Post)”