CreativePastors Blog & Podcast

Crimson Easter Video Now Available

The requests for the Crimson video used in our Easter services last year have been pouring in ever since it was featured during our Creative Church Conference in February. And by popular demand, we've created a resource to help you incorporate this dramatic footage into your Easter services. Here are a few things to keep in mind:

• You'll receive two sets of video in the download package. One is the footage used on the center screen and the other contains the graphics from the side screens. (The lovely singer will not appear on your files - she was projected on top of the video during the service.)
• This is a video package and does not include any audio, because copyright restrictions prevent us from offering vocals or music.
• But, click the media preview button and you'll be able to see the full effect of how we integrated the video with music and creative lighting in our Fellowship Church Easter service.

Pastor's Kits - Pronto!

We're always on the lookout for ways to enhance your life in ministry, whether we're developing a new resource based on your requests or simply making it easier for you to get what you need, when you need it. Many of you enjoy the convenience and speed of our downloadable resources, so we're pleased to announce that you now have the option of downloading our Pastor's Kits! Within seconds of placing your order, you can dive into the full package of transcripts, outlines, MP3s, mind maps, service scripts and worship maps for an entire series. And here's an insider tip: Pastor's Kits are a great way to save compared to the price of purchasing all the individual downloads.

Check it out here and let us know if you have further ideas for ways we can make your CreativePastors experience even better!

Shipping Update

A quick note to you, our loyal customers! This week, our fulfillment team will be working overtime to tackle our annual inventory. What does this mean for you? Just a short delay in when you will receive your orders. If you place an order between Monday afternoon and Wednesday evening, it will be shipped first thing Thursday morning. Of course, any of our thousands of downloads are available just seconds after you complete your order. We apologize for the shipping delay and greatly appreciate your patience!

You may notice that there isn’t an Express Shipping option this week. This is just to make sure you don’t get charged for something we can’t deliver. Express shipping will return when all systems are go on Thursday.

As always, thank you for being part of the CP family! We’re available to answer any questions you have – just drop us a note.

Podcast > Got Stress? > The Stranglehold of Stress (Easter)

Stress in our modern society has reached epidemic proportions. But no one knew stress and dealt with it better than our Lord. Using some of the most profound statements from the life of Christ, Ed introduces some spiritual techniques and lessons to help us release the stranglehold of stress in our lives.

To listen now, click on the podcast icon below.

Length: 30:44

Got Stress?

Everyone deals with stress. Discover how to handle the rigors of stress in a biblical way.

Got Stress?

CreativePastors

If you have iTunes 7, click the link below to subscribe to our podcast. Twenty-four hours after Ed delivers his weekend message at Fellowship Church, it will be downloaded to your computer automatically. You can listen at your computer or take the MP3 with you on your iPod or other MP3 player.

If you don't have iTunes, you can get it here free for Mac or Windows. You can also subscribe to the podcast using other podcasting tools and RSS newsreaders. The feed address is: http://feeds.feedburner.com/cpblog.

St. Louis Regional Conference

The Creative Church Conference is touring the nation during 2007 and our next stop will be in the St. Louis area on Monday, March 26th. Join us for one power-packed day of learning, life-lessons and leadership principles in an intimate setting where your team can realize new possibilities for your church. The day begins with General Sessions led by Ed Young followed by a senior pastor's luncheon with Ed. The day concludes with breakout sessions facilitated by the Fellowship Church Staff.  You can bring your entire staff and volunteer leaders for one low price. Register now online or at the door on the day of the conference and get ready to turn "what if" into "what is" at your church!

Podcast > Tank U > Armor All - Part 2

This concluding message in the series highlights the most powerful defensive armor and offensive weapon available to us. The shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, described in Ephesians 6:16-17, become an increasing spiritual power in our lives as the person of Christ transforms our minds and hearts. Discover that being “in Christ” and having “Christ in you” makes you more than a conqueror against the schemes of the evil one.

To listen now, click on the podcast icon below.

Length:  29:18

Tank U

Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil (Ephesians 6:11). How do we prepare for the spiritual battle in which we are engaged? How do we stay strong in the Lord? In the same way that soldiers in physical battle prepare to fight, we prepare by putting on armor. The Bible calls it the "armor of God," because it is spiritual armor that gives us the power to fight a spiritual foe. It is your choice, though, as a follower of Christ, to get dressed for the battle. God has a designer wardrobe that is specially tailored to make you strong and give you victory over the evil one. This series by Ed Young will help you get your God Gear out of the closet and take a stand for the Lord.

Tank U

CreativePastors

If you have iTunes 7, click the link below to subscribe to our podcast. Twenty-four hours after Ed delivers his weekend message at Fellowship Church, it will be downloaded to your computer automatically. You can listen at your computer or take the MP3 with you on your iPod or other MP3 player.

If you don't have iTunes, you can get it here free for Mac or Windows. You can also subscribe to the podcast using other podcasting tools and RSS newsreaders. The feed address is: http://feeds.feedburner.com/cpblog.

Easter Roundup

Here's a collection of Easter-related posts to help you prepare for the big weekend:

• Easter Strategies, including series planning, service times and more
• Creativity Time, an excerpt from The Creative Leader in which Ed talks about developing an Easter message
• Rallying Volunteers for Easter services
• A Children's Ministry Perspective on Easter
• Rubble Trouble, an Easter message podcast from the Trading Spaces series
• Raising of the Cross, an Easter message podcast from the Masterpieces series

Podcast > Tank U > Armor All - Part 1

The first three pieces of our spiritual armor, described in Ephesians 6:14-15, are made available to us the moment we establish a personal relationship with Christ. When we are “in Christ,” we are fitted with the girdle of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, and the boots of the gospel of peace. Ed Young reminds us in this message that understanding who you are in Christ is half the battle.

To listen now, click on the podcast icon below.

Length:  27:52

Tank U

Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil (Ephesians 6:11). How do we prepare for the spiritual battle in which we are engaged? How do we stay strong in the Lord? In the same way that soldiers in physical battle prepare to fight, we prepare by putting on armor. The Bible calls it the "armor of God," because it is spiritual armor that gives us the power to fight a spiritual foe. It is your choice, though, as a follower of Christ, to get dressed for the battle. God has a designer wardrobe that is specially tailored to make you strong and give you victory over the evil one. This series by Ed Young will help you get your God Gear out of the closet and take a stand for the Lord.

Tank U

CreativePastors

If you have iTunes 7, click the link below to subscribe to our podcast. Twenty-four hours after Ed delivers his weekend message at Fellowship Church, it will be downloaded to your computer automatically. You can listen at your computer or take the MP3 with you on your iPod or other MP3 player.

If you don't have iTunes, you can get it here free for Mac or Windows. You can also subscribe to the podcast using other podcasting tools and RSS newsreaders. The feed address is: http://feeds.feedburner.com/cpblog.

New Elevate Series - Adventures in Science

Adventures in Science the fifth series in our Elevate Children's Curriculum is now available! Venture to AIS Laboratories where our dedicated and talented scientists seek to tackle some of the greatest wonders of our time. This 8-week series delves into God's creation, power and omnipresence, as well as the death and resurrection of Jesus and the new life that becomes available to us when we accept this gift. Step into the lab and get ready to examine the mysterious elements and miraculous events of the Bible!

Elevate is designed to give you freedom. Start with any series and experience a curriculum that does the work of planning exciting and biblical lessons, trains your volunteers and equips you to create a stimulating environment. It all adds up to the ability to spend more quality time with the children in your church. Try out any Elevate series and enjoy a new perspective on children's ministry.

Podcast > Tank U > Satan's Rap Sheet

This important series on preparing for spiritual battle can be summed up in the little phrase in Ephesians 6:10, "take your stand." God has given us all we need in Christ to stand against the attacks of the evil one, but we need to first put on the full armor of God. Find out how to claim the victory that is already ours through Christ, and how to stand firm until He returns to vanquish the foe.

To listen now, click on the podcast icon below.

Length: 22:10

Tank U

Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil (Ephesians 6:11). How do we prepare for the spiritual battle in which we are engaged? How do we stay strong in the Lord? In the same way that soldiers in physical battle prepare to fight, we prepare by putting on armor. The Bible calls it the "armor of God," because it is spiritual armor that gives us the power to fight a spiritual foe. It is your choice, though, as a follower of Christ, to get dressed for the battle. God has a designer wardrobe that is specially tailored to make you strong and give you victory over the evil one. This series by Ed Young will help you get your God Gear out of the closet and take a stand for the Lord.

Tank U

CreativePastors

If you have iTunes 7, click the link below to subscribe to our podcast. Twenty-four hours after Ed delivers his weekend message at Fellowship Church, it will be downloaded to your computer automatically. You can listen at your computer or take the MP3 with you on your iPod or other MP3 player.

If you don't have iTunes, you can get it here free for Mac or Windows. You can also subscribe to the podcast using other podcasting tools and RSS newsreaders. The feed address is: http://feeds.feedburner.com/cpblog.