What Tech Tools Do You Need?


How do you discover what tech tools fit your lifestyle and your ministry? I know from talking with many staff that sometimes it’s hard to even know what you need or what might be available for you. Also, I’ve found that people might decide what tool to use, but it actually may not be their best choice. Cost, ease-of-use, compatibility, and whether a tool is out-dated might all factor in what you choose to do.
For those of you following the You-Can-Too series, this post is designed to help you make a personalized plan for what you’ll learn in 2014. In January, we’re planning for the year. Save room in your schedule for actionable steps as we move into next month. [Read more…] Continue reading What Tech Tools Do You Need?

Eyes and Security Issues for Digital Photos


It’s a potentially great crime-fighting tool for the future: a criminal’s image could be recognized in the mirror of someone’s cornea in a digital photo. After reading a recent article, I thought about security and privacy issues that this new technology raises for missions in the future..

If you’re a missionary who works or travels to areas of the world where security is an issue, you should think about this new development. [Read more…] Continue reading Eyes and Security Issues for Digital Photos

Sharing the Christmas Story


Looking for some ideas to share your faith this Christmas?

Try sharing one of these links through eMail, Facebook, or Twitter, or by posting them on your blog. Pray about a specific friend to share these with and be sure to be available to talk with your friend afterwards about what it means to trust in Christ. [Read more…] Continue reading Sharing the Christmas Story

Do You Understand Copyrights?


If you use photos in a blog, a brochure, or your prayer letter, you should understand copyright laws. Using music on a video may also have copyright issues.

I recommend you read the entire article, “Using Copyrighted Material”, on the Staff Web. In fact, this article contains essential information for Cru staff, so set aside some time today to read it. [Continue reading…] Continue reading Do You Understand Copyrights?

A Video for Your MPD Blog


I just uploaded the following video, To the Ends of the Earth, to eQuipping for eMinistry’s YouTube channel so you can use it, too. I think you’ll agree this 2009 film is still a good quality video covering Campus Crusade for Christ’s history and highlighting various ministries. What I like about this video is the script includes our financial partners as part of what God is doing. Continue reading A Video for Your MPD Blog