“JESUS” film Anime Version

I want to let you know about a very cool project that is in the works by The JESUS Film Project. One of my co-workers is heading up this project. It is an Anmie version based on the original film. There will be a series of short films that will be created and utilize some of the dialog tracks that have been recorded.

The JESUS Film Project is a ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ. Back in 1979 the movie “JESUS” was released in movie theaters nationwide. It was originally distributed by Warner Brothers. Since then “JESUS” has been seen in every country of the world and translated into 1026 languages. It also has been viewed over 6 Billion times (multiple viewings by some) and over 221 Million people have indicated decisions for Christ (official stats).

The best animation style is still being tested. It will most likely be done in anmie style done by artists from Asia. You can view the concept video below. Also, please take time to give us feedback at http://en.whoishe.org

July 18, 2008 · Filed Under Film, Visual Media

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Unthinkable: The Scott Rigsby Story

Scott Rigsby is the first double-amputee to complete the Hawaiian Ironman triathlon in Kona, Hawaii last October, 2007. Scott’s amazing story of faith, perseverance, and triumph will inspire church audiences across the world. Filmed by Grovefilms.com, the media ministry of The Grove Center for the Arts & Media based in San Clemente, California, Unthinkable will challenge Christians to do the unthinkable for God. This six minute short film can be seen and is available for digital download at www.grovefilms.com. Grovfilms also offers 5 other inspirational clips by Scott on these themes: depression, walking with God, forgiveness, and steps to doing the unthinkable.

Not only will Christians be inspired by Scott’s story, churches can participate in the six-week small group bible study called The Unthinkable Experience. The Unthinkable Experience is a perfect outreach opportunity for churches to challenge their members to “Do the Unthinkable.” The Unthinkable Experience comes complete with a color, coiled bound study guide, small group leaders instruction, a bulletin insert and bulletin announcement for churches to explain the Unthinkable campaign. Participants will spend six weeks studying the life of the Apostle Paul as they pray for God to show them how to do the unthinkable in their lives, families, communities and world.

To interview Scott Rigsby and to find out more about The Unthinkable Experience, please contact Joey O’Connor at The Grove Center for the Arts & Media. 949-584-8868

June 2, 2008 · Filed Under Church Video Producers, Short Film Outreach

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May’s Free Church and Sermon Videos

Here are the current free church and sermon video downloads available.

Worship House Media- 10 Commandment #1 (Steelehouse)

Sermon Spice- Out of The Storm

Grove Films- Buy 2 Get 1 Free

June 1, 2008 · Filed Under Free Sermon Videos

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Win an iPod from Modern Parables

Modern Parables is giving away an Apple iPod Nano 4GB loaded with all their movies. Find out more by clicking on the film below.

Find Out More at ModernParable.com

April 3, 2008 · Filed Under Church Video Distributors, Short Film Outreach

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Last Minute Videos For Easter

Here are my top 5 picks of Easter Videos for your church, small group or ministry.

1. Floodgate Production’s Easter Resource Collection- 10 Easter mini-movies, and 18 Easter stills - downloadable directly to your computer, for $75 (They will also ship it to you, if you prefer). Purchased individually, this would cost over $200.

2. Sunday’s Comin’- The story of Jesus Christ’s crucifixion is one of betrayal, brutality, despair, and pain. Yet we know even before His death that redemption was promised to be coming soon. We know that the story does not end at the cross. We know what many did not realize – that Sunday’s comin’.

3. Are You Amazed- It is clear from the gospels that wherever Jesus went, the people were amazed. Whether rich or poor, young or old, for Him or against Him, they were all amazed. Music by Phillips, Craig & Dean. Footage from the movie “Jesus of Nazareth”.

4. Our Hero Lives- Abraham Lincoln, Ghandi, and Martin Luther King, Jr. were all extraordinary heroes who changed the world, but our Savior is the Hero of Heroes who saved the world. This inspirational video is the perfect high-energy service-starter for an Easter celebration. (Search for “Our Hero Lives” once you are on the website)

5. JESUS film- The most historically accurate film about the life of Jesus.

Get Free Easter Downloads here and here.

March 21, 2008 · Filed Under Church Video Producers, Church Video Specials, Seasonal Sermon Videos

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“Fireproof” Coming Fall 2008

FIREPROOF is an action-packed love story that will have audiences laughing, crying, and on the edge of their seats as they are drawn into the world of a firefighter, his wife … and a marriage worth rescuing. FIREPROOF is the third movie from Sherwood Pictures, the same moviemaking ministry that created FACING THE GIANTS AND FLYWHEEL. Read the latest news about FIREPROOF by clicking here.

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March 12, 2008 · Filed Under Film

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Visual Media Trends

With the research in visual media trends it was hard to pinpoint a trend that has continued for a long period of time. However, with the increasing development, availability and cost effectiveness of technology most of the current trends reflect a more common global use of portable, internet enabled devices. The key categories for visual media trends include the youth culture, social media, user generated content and more personal choice for media content.

The biggest consumers of media today are youth. Youth in the U.S. age 12-17 increased their television viewing by 3% in a year (eg. Nielson 2006). Across cultures youth are using visual media to interact, teach and share their experiences with each other.

The most growth over the last few years in media trends has been in the area of relational social media. Social media is any communications format where the users publish the content (eg. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_media). Most of this media is Internet and mobile device driven. Social media provides a new way to interact with others. These methods are becoming even more preferred over e-mail. More than 70% of Americans age 15-34 (eg. http://www.frankwbaker.com/mediause.htm) are using social networks online. The most trafficked social websites include Facebook and MySpace. This demographic is choosing text messaging on their cell phones and computers over live conversations. Also, there is new interest in what is called “virtual community” in which social networks are being created through the website Second Life.

User generated media content has grown in popularity. The idea was first made popular by YouTube, which gave the ability for someone to upload “home made” videos to the website for the whole world to view. YouTube became the 5th most popular website in 2006 with over 100 million video viewed daily on the website (eg. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/YouTube). The major television networks and major companies have created advertising campaigns centered around user generated videos. New websites like Joost.com are hosting network and cable television shows that you can watch on your computer and through various widgets users can interact with their friends about the show they are watching.

Christian’s use of media continues to grow. According to Barna Research there are a greater number of Christian adults that are experiencing through media than through a local church. Two out of three adults used a least one form of religious media- radio, television or books in the last month. Were as six out of ten American adults attended a church service in the last month (eg. http://www.barna.org/FlexPage.aspx?Page=BarnaUpdate&BarnaUpdateID=116). Christian parents over the Christmas season purchased media products like CDs, DVDs and video games for their children under thirteen even though they didn’t feel comfortable with their purchase. The Christians in the United States were likely to spend up to $1 billion on these products despite their concern over the moral content for children under 18. Also, Christian television continues to draw interest by viewers and today one out of every six adults are spending time on faith-based websites. There is more interest by the younger generation and certain groups of people in these types of websites over watching faith-based television or listening to Christian radio. (eg. http://www.barna.org/FlexPage.aspx?Page=BarnaUpdate&BarnaUpdateID=184).

January 12, 2008 · Filed Under Hot Topics, Trends, Visual Media

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