Archives for May 2014

Collaboration Through Effective and Efficient Video Conferencing

May 31, 2014
by Eric Dye

The world becomes smaller and smaller as technology brings people together. No matter where they are in the globe, it's quick and easy to connect with others with the help of video conference sessions. The revolution in communication has bridged together wide gaps that separate various individuals. The ease of communication has made it possible for an individual in the United States, get hold of a colleague somewhere in Asia. Various tools like those offered by the Blue Jeans Network have made ... Read More

The Perfect Kid Camera App

May 31, 2014
by Eric Dye

I think I just found the perfect kid camera app. As it says on their website, “KidCam is designed for kids, built for parents.” No kidding! KidCam is built for the iPhone, iPod and iPad. I use it for my iPod. :) The biggest problem I have with letting my kids use my iPod, is when they get a little video and photo 'happy.' Don't get me wrong, I love it when they do that, but I've got limited space PEOPLE! But that isn't all KidCam boasts... ... Read More

Star Wars Minimal Mobile Wallpaper [Images]

May 31, 2014
by Jeremy Smith

Star Wars has begun filming and nerds everywhere rejoiced! Hopefully you have subscribed to some tech and culture blog feed (I go for TheVerge) so that you can keep up when anything new is announced. Another way to keep celebrating is to update your mobile device's wallpaper. I have four great minimalism designs you should consider downloading and using today! ... Read More

Creative Missions 2014: Droppin’ Paint [Video]

May 30, 2014
by Chip Dizárd

I was fortunate to be selected for the 2014 Creative Missions team and we had a good time in my home city of Baltimore serving churches. At the end of the Creative Missions 2014 there was a showcase and a team showed a video that I thought was awesome. It didn't have to do with a church or ministry, but just their creative process. ... Read More

Church Tech Snack Pack #032

May 30, 2014
by Eric Dye

This week's Church Tech Snack Pack image features donuts on top of cupcakes. Some may ask, “Why?” But I say, “Yes, please! (and get me a cup of coffee, please).” I hope you enjoy this snack pack — even though it would never match the wonderment and joy that donuts on top of cupcakes may bring. ... Read More

Facebook Fun for Churches Part 3: Hootesuite and Groups

May 30, 2014
by Phil Schneider

Here we are, already at the third part of this series of indefinite length (and questionable value), but I am not waning in excitement because this post is boasting a little tidbit that I was super pumped to learn about! Are you excited? Should I stop wasting time? Are you annoyed yet? Ok, sorry, let's move on. Are you ready? Huh? Ok. I'll stop. One of my biggest issues with Facebook Groups was that I couldn't auto-post to it, couldn't schedule posts. Frustratingly, I would have to manually ... Read More

Rodents on Turntables [Video]

May 30, 2014
by Eric Dye

Why? Because Friday. Think of it as ... bacon for your mind ... (Aren't you glad I connected the top image with the post titled right away? LOL! The title and the image look hilarious to me ... or maybe I haven't had enough coffee ...) Enjoy: ... Read More

Charity Gaming Saves Children’s Lives

May 29, 2014
by KC Procter

Are you tired of running 5K? I’m all for supporting charitable causes, but enough with the running. How much do I have to donate to NOT run? Because that is money well spent. And people who knock on my door raising funds for a running event team leave me in a quandary. I want to donate to their cause, but I don’t want to be the one responsible for them running themselves to death. ... Read More

Off-the-Cuff (Not Jon Acuff): Please Have Fun [Podcast]

May 29, 2014
by The ChurchMag Podcast

In this completely unscripted (as if you would script a podcast — pffttt) and unplanned episode of the ChurchMag Podcast, we talk about the importance of church tech's having fun. Yes. We're talking to you, Mr. Sunday Morning Grumpy-Pants Sound Guy. I, along with the familiar suspects Phil Schneider and Jeremy Smith, have a few shining moments and bits of wisdom, but I think the most important thing you need to understand while you listen to this podcast is: ... Read More