Reconnect with your passion today

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.

When you set out to create an online course that deals with one of today’s most difficult topics, it’s good to have experts on your side.  Soon, the Lakelands Institute will be launching a course that will help churches learn how to be antiracist, and it begins with understanding the words we use to do…

Rev. Rock Fremont is the pastor of Shepherd of the Hills UCC Church near Phoenix, Arizona.  His church is full of “snowbirds,” residents who spend winters in Phoenix and summers elsewhere.  Not surprisingly, online worship has allowed his members to stay connected throughout the year, and has had some added benefits as well.

Rev. Mark Anthoni Thomas is a pastor in Washington, DC, who has found Facebook Live to be a great way to engage his congregation.  There’s a lot that’s remarkable about Mark, but today I’m most interested in how he uses this powerful medium – and maintains his authenticity.

Dr. Melissa Hofstetter of Shepherd Heart joins me today for a fascinating discussion of neuroscience, trauma, and pastoral self-care.  As too many pastors live on the verge of burnout (or worse), this is an important discussion that begs close attention.  I hope you’ll join us and find it helpful.

I’m not a big fan of doing difficult things. If I have to, I usually can, but I like to know how long I’ll have to do them.