Posted by Scott McClellan on March 12th, 2010 at 11:08 am
We’ve got a huge batch of videos this week – enjoy! (And if you’re viewing this post in a RSS reader, click through so you don’t miss any of the embedded content.)
First up, dig this inspiring video from City Community Church (via Proctor).
Look at this innovative approach to art, projection, and helping the homeless (via a friend of mine who doesn’t bear mentioning by name in this space).
Here’s the new Tron: Legacy trailer everyone has been buzzing about. It’s pretty.
Have you ever seen a book cover designed in under two minutes? Today’s your lucky day.
Did you know that God doesn’t post to YouTube? Find out more in this YouTube video.
And finally, the promo video for Tyler Stanton’s new book is hilarious.
Posted by Scott McClellan on March 11th, 2010 at 8:29 am
As I’ve said before, Catalyst West Coast was a great event last year and this year’s event promises to be the same.
That’s why we’re happy to help spread the word about Catalyst West Coast 2010 by giving away two CD sets from Catalyst West Coast 2009. All you have to do to enter the contest is:
1. TWEET:“Collide is giving away two Catalyst West Coast CD sets! Enter here: http://bit.ly/cboDYk” by 9 AM CST tomorrow, March 12.
2. COMMENT: Leave a comment on this post telling us your Twitter handle or linking to your tweet by 9 AM CST.
Tomorrow morning, we’ll select two lucky winners at random and put you in touch with Jesse from Catalyst. He’ll get your address and send you your CD set via carrier pigeon.
UPDATE: The contest is now closed and the winners will be contacted soon. Thanks to everyone who entered!
Good luck! Oh, and check out this Catalyst West Coast promo video while you’re here:
Posted by Scott McClellan on March 10th, 2010 at 8:42 am
Dale and I are back in Episode 25 of The COLLIDE Show! In it, we discuss the new stock car Bible, Sandra Bullock, the iPad, non-church books for church leaders, and great resources from WorshipHouse. Watch Episode 25 below or grab the feed here.
Posted by Scott McClellan on March 9th, 2010 at 8:31 am
No, your secret name is not Kary Oberbrunner. Kary Oberbrunner is a pastor and the author of the upcoming book Your Secret Name.
I’m excited about the new book, and I love the way Kary is launching it: with a free online launch party on Monday, March 15. RSVP for the launch party and spend some time hanging out — throughout the day Kary will be giving away some great prizes such as five free subscriptions to COLLIDE. And if that’s not enough to pique your interest, he’s also giving away an Apple iPad. Not bad, huh? RSVP here.
Another cool way in which Kary is promoting the new book is through the trailer below. It’s beautifully shot and features a great song from Robbie Seay. Check it out:
See you at the Your Secret Name launch party on Monday!
Posted by Ben Simpson on March 8th, 2010 at 9:00 am
It has been said that leaders are readers, and we hope you’re reading books that grow your soul and deepen your life with God. But we know savvy church leaders are reading more than theological tomes, and we here at Collide want to know what titles have been the most insightful, most revelatory, and most practical for you and your ministry. We’ve got some strong opinions, but your voice is needed. Help us out.
What non-church books have you read that have proven immensely valuable for your ministry? Can you name one that you would say is the best? Why?
Our titles represent a range of genres from business, marketing, sociology, cultural studies, screenwriting, and the arts. We’re well aware that there could be books from other fields. Tell us what you think.
Christians have long held the idea of common grace, acknowledging that God has given unmerited gifts of beauty, wisdom, intelligence, and creativity to all people, regardless of their professed allegiance to Jesus Christ. For this reason, church leaders may look to those writing in sociology, leadership, business, finance, economics, psychology, or any other field for wisdom and guidance. Of course, this task requires the application of a robust theological lens and the art of careful discernment, for every concept plucked from the latest trendy title might not align itself with the best of Christian convictions. As Scott has mentioned recently, this is why it is critical for us to develop ourselves in both our professional and our spiritual lives.
We know you’ve got some titles you are eager to share. Fire away.
