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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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Have You Considered God’s Call in eMinistry?

Sus Schmitt

I’m sure you’ve heard the internet compared to the Roman Road of New Testament times.  Also, English might be compared to the Greek of New Testament times (we have an advantage with online translators, too, like Babel Fish). God used this Roman technology and a common language to advance the Gospel. Increasingly, the internet is where people go with their questions about God. (You might want to take two minutes to watch Kimberly’s story to see our model of win-build-send in one young women’s life.) Of course, all true believers desire to glorify God and love people into His kingdom. … Continue reading Have You Considered God’s Call in eMinistry?

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MinistryNet 2011 Overflows with New Ideas

Sus Schmitt

New ideas and new methods were presented in seminars and discussed in groups at MinstreyNet 2011. The groups were challenged to meet several times during the conference to develop do-able 90-day projects. Some of these projects are already in process. You can watch the videos the groups created to present their ideas. (Also, three friends who attended MinistryNet allowed me to post photos from the conference for a short Flickr slideshow.) Read more about this strategic conference held recently in Bangkok. Continue reading MinistryNet 2011 Overflows with New Ideas

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MinistryNet 2011: Decisions to Disciples

Sus Schmitt

Campus Crusade’s MinistryNet conference just started, but it’s not too late for you to participate. What is MinistryNet? Every two years, a growing number of men and women, committed to building spiritual movements for Christ, gather to strategize about using the internet for ministry.  This year’s conference is in Bangkok.  Their hotel and location are not affected by the devastating floods, but I’m sure they’d appreciate your prayers for: health and safety (no flooding) God’s guidance in the discussions Actual 90-day plans to implement some of the ideas generated at the conference Since the last conference two years ago, mobile … Continue reading MinistryNet 2011: Decisions to Disciples

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Great Blogference Topics for You to Read

Sus Schmitt

Did you know about the Blogference the past three days? I missed it!  So, I’m sorry I didn’t get the word out for you to be able to participate in the conversations during this online conference, but you can still go to the site to read the posts and discussions. These were the topics: Virtual Evangelism–A Personal Story Virtual Ministry–A Challenge Evangelism and Latinos Leading as a Mom How Social Media is Influencing Culture and Changing the Church Thriving at College Missional Campus Ministry Spiritual Leadership Leading Strategically 50 Year Olds and 20 Year Olds–One of Campus Crusade’s Biggest Internal … Continue reading Great Blogference Topics for You to Read