The rise of back screens has made “virtual staging” a reality. It has also made it possible to go “on location” to anywhere that exists [and even places that don’t actually exist, or don’t exist anymore]. This can especially be effective to create virtual environments – in the attached photo, the concept of “building bridges” took on a literal feel, and stuck in the congregations mind because of it [remember, most people are visual learners]. Recreating local or well-known national/international landmarks give us a sense of being part of something bigger than the four walls of the church building. Getting out and about – even virtually – can help remind the congregation that the mission of the church doesn’t primarily happen in the church building. Plus, it’s just a cool alternative to the standard abstract motion backgrounds that make up the bulk of our platform looks these days. Don’t overdo it – just like anything else, these won’t be special if you use them all the time…
Hmmm - well, let's see...
I'm a Christian, a husband, a dad, a son, a pastor, a consultant, a musician, a writer, and bits and pieces of a bunch of other things. My work life has followed three main phases - business to teaching to church. I was the Weekend Services Pastor for nine years at Northview Church, an awesome church in the Indianapolis suburbs. I used to work for Willow Creek, another awesome church in the Chicago area. Plus I've written for various magazines and websites, and other freelancy sorts of things... My life mission is to help the church be as excellent as it can be.
Oh yeah - the name's Greg. Greg Wallace. But not the race car driver or the major league pitcher or the British celebrity chef. Just the creative worship guy. Hi.
It's my hope that these ideas, musings, rants, raves, etc... will inspire you. They're just my opinions - but again, I hope that they'll help to inspire you. Because the church really, really needs inspired creative types. If you're a creative type (and most people are, deep-down), ask God for help. Then take any ideas that are useful to you - borrow them, nab them, use them, adapt them - and make them into something greater...
You can head over to my Instagram site for an abundance of shorter posts: creativeworshipideas. If you're looking for consulting - especially on weekend services, team leadership or multi-site strategies - I'd love to help. Just message me here, and I'll be in touch - Greg
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