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Church Spotlight, continued...
How long have you been using multimedia in your church service, and why did you start using visual imagery?
Our church was using multimedia for a year or so for praise songs and some other presentations but didn't start using it extensively until I came to the church about six months ago. The pastor had been wanting to use multimedia and some people had asked for it, because if used properly it has a powerful effect with vision casting, impressing the mind with your message and it keeps the congregation's attention. If you don't have their attention, they won't get the message.
What presentation software/equipment do you use for your multimedia?
We use PowerPoint on laptops with a scanner, digital camera and projector.
What has been the response to using graphics with your sermons?
Several people of all ages have had many positive comments. Generally people have said that they get more out of the message, they appreciate having the Bible verses up, the graphics helped them remember the message throughout the week, and teenagers are more interested in the message. We have noticed that since we have been using multimedia in our service we have the attention of the church (young and not so young) for the entire message.
What is one Oxygen image that has been particularly powerful in your ministry setting?
I can’t say there is just ONE. But I like several different ones with Jesus in them, to make a point and an appeal. I always end with JESUS and an appeal from HIM no matter the topic!
Where are you headed with multimedia in your ministry?
I want to learn to use personal video clips and other action or motion slides. I'm not wanting to dazzle the people with special effects but to use them discreetly yet effectively to awaken and bring conviction. I would also like to use graphics in bulletins and/or handouts with the same backgrounds as the theme slides.
*Interview has been edited for length and clarity.
If you would like to share how your church is using multimedia, please email us at members@oxygen-multimedia.com. We would love to hear from you! |
Here are the results from last month’s survey when we asked, ‘How many images do you use for preaching within a typical month?’
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Answer
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Results
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0 – 2
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10%
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3 – 7
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20%
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8 – 15
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18%
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16 – 30
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23%
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31 & up
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29%
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August’s Question
Who creates the slides for your sermon?
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