Christmas Angst is Rising

Rev. Kerra English is a half-time pastor near Richmond, Virginia, and works hard to keep a personal connection to her congregation.  Sure, it’s easy to see how many people are watching your online services, but who are they, exactly? https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/cf49ia/Kerra_English_-_Stereo_Mix6fn4u.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

The word, “pivot,” has perhaps been overused lately, but it has special meaning over the past year, especially for organizations that had few alternatives to in-person gatherings.  It’s one thing to have church online, or to have in-person worship without singing, but what would you do if you were managing a 100+ voice chorale and…

Rev. Julie Pennington-Russell is the pastor of First Baptist Church in Washington, DC, a congregation that is setting aside its beautiful neo-Gothic sanctuary for the intimacy of worship in the home.  She reflects on this experience as a new setting for the Holy to emerge in our lives. https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/fig6nc/Julie_Pennington-Russell6rykq.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

As All Saints Day approaches, what’s the most important thing to consider as you plan your services?   https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/2h9xkb/Thursday_10-15bg2ky.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Today I’m sharing a few tips for looking good on camera.  These come from Julie Hagen who has done amazing work at Mount Vernon Place United Methodist Church in Washington, DC.  Julie has a background in broadcasting and is now a seminarian.  These tips are for free; you’re welcome. https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/cktkbj/Thursday_10-1aa9ru.mp3Podcast: Play in new window |…

Rev. Mark Flynn is the Lead Pastor of a “high steeple” church in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.  Mark describes the “stressful” first live worship service and his move to a pre-recorded service. https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/qih6uc/Mastermind_2_-_Stereo_Mix6070w.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download