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Cyber Monday is Every Monday: Cyborgs, Groupon.com and Smart Phones

Funny to read in the the virtual newspaper that stocks have soared this morning due to a record turnout for Black Friday. Even without cable or satellite TV, my family received the deluge of intel on it. The marketing force this year executed with military precision this campaign rendering Thanksgiving as a footnote. Some publicity was free. From pepper-spraying-Xbox-buying moms at Walmart to Occupy Bestbuy, our nation engaged in battle with a bad economy. On twitter I read “what recession” while personally knowing many who may never fully recover their losses. Now, Cyber Monday hits! (more…)

Barn Raising: The new world of crowd funding and digital community

In an Amish or Mennonite community there is this iconic thing called a barn raising. The whole community dedicates a day or longer to build something for one family. This collective effort over a short period of time allows a family in the community to sustain themselves for a long period of time. The infrastructure of a barn secures cattle and other livestock for the winter. It stands as a symbol of solidarity. The people care for one another. The whole community’s investment for a small sacrifice times many people equals a long-term benefit. Crowd funding can work this way, too. (more…)

Doodle of The Week: Google+ Sailing Boat

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I have enjoyed being part of the beta team for Google+! In fact, you can add me to yours is you are on it already. My profile page is http://gplus.to/rkweblog. Perhaps this Google+ inspired sailing boat scribbled durring a staff meeting means something under the surface. Any thoughts?

 

“New Media” Book Released for Ministries: Context and Voice by Vince Marotte

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The “new media” is no longer something church ministries are considering, it is a part of our new way of communicating. However, are most of us in ministry properly equipped to even ask the right questions in navigating this enormous and ever-changing method? Whether it’s an online church service, social media strategy or your online presence, Vince Marotte asks the right questions in his book Context and Voice. Those of you who listen to WorshipMythBusters.com podcast will remember Vince on our show about Tech and Innovation. Go get his book here!

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