Lee McGlasson

How about faith?

Lee McGlasson — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 14:39:59 +0000

We drive our cars 60-70 miles per hour with an oncoming car doing the same with only a white line and six to eight feet separating us. We place our faith that every car will not cross into our lane. We fly on airplanes that take us over oceans, trusting the pilots with our very lives. We ride on thrilling amusement rides that take us several stories into the air and travel fifty to seventy miles per hour down a winding slope. We trust the operators of that ride with our own mortality.
Isn’t it interesting that we can place our faith in such things but cannot place our faith in the hands of our Creator?

And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him
(Heb 11:5-6)

Expect difficulties and rejoice in them!

Lee McGlasson — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:43:55 +0000

Most every day I come home from work, Charlene, my wonderful wife, will usually ask….”How was your day?” Isn’t that the million dollar question? If you’re like me you’ll probably respond based upon the circumstances of the day. Truth is, it’s usually impossible to measure the difficulties of our days as being good or bad. We must get into the habit of “being joyful in every situation” James 1:2-4, and trusting that God really is in control of all things. Usually, the difficulties of today are often God’s preparation for our victories of tomorrow, and we tend to push back the calendar when see the small picture. Consider……….. the difficulties of yesterday, and how they’ve prepared and shaped you for today.

”But He knows the way that I take; when He has tested me, I will come forth as gold.” Job 23:10

Chapel Hills Worship Video

Lee McGlasson — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 06:29:11 +0000

Worship at Chapel Hills Church in Colorado Springs.

Ministry Matters: Great Worship Leaders

Lee McGlasson — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 17:44:54 +0000

http://www.crosswalk.com/1396535/

Dan Wilt

Contributing Writer, Songs4Worship.com

As a trainer of new worship leaders, I make it my goal to reinforce the key skill-set and essential soul-set necessary for a worship leader—in any type of church environment—to be a prime candidate pursued in one of these phone calls. Whether a postmodern church experiment or an established congregation is on the line, there are certain qualities that run like a thread through the lives of consistently effective and authoritative worship leaders.

Chapel Hills Worship – Compilation

Lee McGlasson — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 08:03:07 +0000

Worship @ Chapel Hills Church, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Chapel Hills Worship – First and Ten

Lee McGlasson — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 08:00:43 +0000

Video from weekend service at Chapel Hills Church, “First and Ten” message series.

Pastors Trending to Technology

Lee McGlasson — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:00:58 +0000

After traveling across the country and countless conversations face to face and via email, I’ve come to realize that technology in itself is universal. Universal means “affecting, concerning, or involving all”, “used or understood by all” or “present everywhere.”

I served as a technology pastor at a church. For years “tech” was considered one person’s role (the techie, tech director or AV coordinator) – whether volunteer, part-time or full-time. Now in most local church situations there is still the need for this AV/tech role that oversees the sound, video and lights for corporate worship services and often oversees and supports campus-wide AV needs. IT is obviously another growing area in the church world and usually requires a dedicated volunteer or paid staff member or the use of outsourced companies.

I’ll be the first to admit that those that serve in “tech” and IT roles in a church have a unique gift mix and personality. In most situations these servants and leaders are seen more as geeks than pastors or ministers. I saw my role as a pastor and shepherd, but that’s a topic for another article.

I bring the idea of universal technology up because we’re seeing a shift in the way the Church looks, functions and ministers to the world. The reality that we are missionaries in a digital age is becoming increasingly more apparent and hard to ignore. This brings the whole concept of “technology” to the forefront for regular pastors and church staff members – including the non-techie.

The conversations that I have regularly with pastors are about their desire to learn, understand, apply and fully utilize technology for ministry. The shift is bringing about what I call “universal technology” – meaning every Church leader is engaged in, using and communicating through technology – not just the tech pastor.

Events, gatherings and conferences that I’m regularly apart of look a lot different. The Church 2.0 Local Forums that I host around the country 3 years ago would have been a room full of “geeks” (not my word, I got that from Mark Batterson) and “techies” (that is my word). Now, one walks into a “churchtechcamp” or Church 2.0 Local Forum and it’s full of church planters, senior pastors, bloggers and lay leaders/volunteers that are involved in community/small groups and discipleship.

I’m fascinated by it and am enjoying just sitting back and watching this shift. Of course there are still giant conferences like NAB and InfoComm where us techies get together and talk about all things tech-related and the make up of attendees and speakers looks a lot different, but overall I see a change in the use of the word “tech” and the concept and adoption of “technology”.

This new reality that I’m referring to as universal technology is a good thing and a long-awaited one by me, personally. I’ve always viewed technology as a tool and not a toy, so the thought of senior pastors, worship pastors, youth pastors, communication directors, small group leaders, missions and outreach leaders, etc. getting interested, involved with and captivated by technology is a beautiful sight to me.

What about you and your situation? Are you seeing volunteers and staff members that don’t have “tech” in their title or job description talk about technology, Facebook, Twitter, blogging and online ministry?

Greg Atkinson is a consultant working with ARC. He travels the country consulting with churches, teaching at conferences and writing about innovation, technology, church planting and social justice. Greg most recently served as the director of technical arts at Bent Tree and before that as the director of WorshipHouse Media, after having served as a worship pastor for 11 years. You can connect with him through his blog www..GregAtkinson.comand reach him through his email: greg@gregatkinson.com.

Lee McGlasson — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 19:06:47 +0000

I asked worship leaders what their top website recommendations were.
Check out what others are doing in ministry at these websites!

http://www.communityworship.com/

http://www.worshipleaderinsights.com/

http://www.experiencingworship.com/

http://www.nextlevelworship.com/

http://www.worshiptogether.com/

http://www.worshipmatters.com/

http://www.prosoundweb.com/

http://www.tfwm.com/

http://www.churchproduction.com/

http://www.churchandworship.com/

http://www.meyersound.com/

http://www.christianguitar.org/

http://www.praisecharts.com/

http://www.simusic.com/transpose.html

http://www.gootar.com/guitar/index.html

http://www.musictheory.net/

http://www.christianrock.net/

http://www.encouragingmusic.com/

http://www.churchcentral.com/

Everything Is Alright Os Hillman

Lee McGlasson — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 15:43:52 +0000

     ..”Everything is all right”…. 2 Kings 4:26
The prophet Elisha often would travel through the town of Shunem, and in that town was a well-to-do couple who extended hospitality to him. At first, they simply offered Elisha a meal when he came through town. Then, seeing that Elisha needed a place to stay and study, they built a room for him above their house so that each time he came through town, he had a place to stay. He was so appreciative of their kindness that one day he asked the wife what he could do for her. His servant Gehazi later informed Elisha that the woman was barren and her husband was old.
” About this time next year, you will hold a son in your arms ” (2 Kings 4:16). A year later the son arrived.
     One day the father was working in the field, and the son became ill and died. The woman ran to meet Elisha to inform him. When Elisha asked what was wrong, she did not panic and react in fear. Her response to Elisha seemed almost unnatural. “Everything is all right,” she said. Elisha went to the boy and raised him from the dead. It was a glorious miracle. (See Second Kings 4.)
     Faith looks at situations through God’s eyes, not the eyes of our limited understanding. This woman did not panic, for she knew something more than the current circumstance. Faith does not panic, but realizes that what looks like devastating circumstances may be God’s plan to bring glory to Himself by demonstrating His power. When Jesus appeared on the water to the disciples in the middle of the night, they exclaimed, “It’s a ghost!” (see Mt. 14:26) First appearances can bring great fear upon us even to the point of paralyzing us. Find the Lord in your circumstance today. Exercise your faith today and trust Him for His outcome in the situation.

Lee McGlasson — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 21:01:23 +0000

Simple Church
The simple revolution has begun. From the design of the iPod to the uncluttered Google home page, simple ideas are changing the world. Simple Church clearly calls for Christians to return to the simple gospel-sharing methods of Jesus. No bells or whistles required, so to speak. Based on case studies of four hundred American churches, authors Thom Rainer and Eric Geiger prove that the process for making disciples has quite often become too complex. Simple churches are thriving, and they are doing so by taking these four ideas to heart: Clarity. Movement. Alignment. Focus.
Each idea is examined here, simply showing why it is time to simplify.

Fearless: Imagine Your Life Without Fear
Fear is like an invisible prison. It holds you captive, influencing your choices and perceptions about life, God, and other people. Can you imagine what your life would be like without fear? With so much going wrong in the world it can seem hard to picture. In Fearless, Max Lucado, pastor of Oak Hills Church, shows you how life can be lived with confidence and joy when you replace your fear with faith. Let this inspiring and timely message encourage your heart today!

Cast of Characters
Do you believe that God can use you to accomplish extraordinary things? If you have any doubts, take a look at the heroes in the Bible. You’ll find people like Mary, Peter, David, Joseph and Esther–ordinary people who allowed God to work through them in amazing ways. In Cast of Characters, Max Lucado gleans from several of his best-selling works to present some of the Bible’s most interesting lives. Each chapter includes related Biblical text and discussion questions for individual or group study. Come closer to God’s heart for you, by spending time with this cast of characters.

The Leadership Principles of Billy Graham
Named by Time magazine as one of the past century’s top 10 leaders, Dr. Graham is noted not only for bringing thousands to Christ—but also for ensuring that helpful resources are available to new believers. Now you can discover the 20 key principles of successful management that are at the heart of his worldwide ministry.

Comeback Churches
Research shows that over time most congregations plateau and then eventually decline. Church growth experts Ed Stetzer and Mike Dodson explain why and show you how to revive a body of believers. Learn the importance of lighting a spiritual fire; intentional evangelism; making disciples; forming small groups; and a take-risk leadership—and watch the pews fill up again!

Traveling Light
Lucado shepherds you through the beloved 23rd Psalm, leading you beside the still waters of quiet reflection and using the familiar verses to walk you through an inventory of emotional and spiritual baggage you were never meant to carry. Lighten your load as you step ahead in faith!

Just Walk Across the Room
Building on his bestseller Becoming a Contagious Christian, Pastor Hybels shows you how to follow Jesus’ model of personal evangelism by “living in 3-D”—developing friendships, discovering stories, and discerning appropriate ways to leave your comfort zone. Learn to share the good news of redemption with people living far from God—and across the room.

Wired: For A Life of Worship
Teens and young adults all worship something—but not necessarily Christ. Maybe it’s the basketball court, the mall, or an idol. Guide them to their Creator with this interactive student edition of The Air I Breathe! This 2-in-1 volume features fresh new content, a 30-day devotional journey, and plenty of room to record thoughts and feelings.

It: How Churches and Leaders Can Get It and Keep It
What is it, and how can you and your ministry get–and keep–it? Combining in-your-face honesty with off-the-wall humor, this lively book helps believers understand the elements needed to obtain it. A gift from God, it is often bestowed upon those who have seven contributing ingredients. However, warns Groeschel, it can be lost when leaders lack a vision or fail to constantly communicate it, or when they don’t focus on a limited set of goals.