Weekly Roundup #15: 2010 Edition
Every Thursday, I will post a link round-up of articles I've found while researching the Internet. While all may not be directly related to dance ministry or worship arts, I hope it will be of benefit to the dance ministers, mime ministers and worship artists that frequent this site.
It is 2010! This is the first round-up of the new year. I don't know about you all, but I am excited about 2010. I'll be working on several new projects in the coming months. There is a burst of motivation and energy that has accompanied this new year and I plan on taking advantage of it! Enjoy these articles from around the web!
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His Hem Ministry shares her prayer agenda for 2010 and asks: What’s on your prayer agenda for 2010
Minister Rekesha Pittman reflects on a 10 year journey dancing for the Lord. She has been afforded opportunities to serve in a variety of capacities: duo ministry, solo, group, church dance ministry, community dance company, and minister overseer. She offers insight and lessons from a decade of serving in each of these capacities.
Dance Ministers, what better way to start 2010 than with a Biblical Study of Dance offered by Minister Jocelyn Richard! The great thing about this tele-seminar series is that you can do it from the comfort of your home. Today is the last day to register….so register today!
One reader asked, what protocol I use for children in dance ministry.
Also coming in 2010….
If you are a mime minister you’ll want to subscribe to MimeMinistry.net where we’ll be discussing all things related to mime ministry. I’m still looking for volunteers to submit articles on a sporadic and regular basis. If you would like more information…let me know!
The Starting a Dance Ministry: Prepare Now or Repair Late E-book is on the way! It will further elaborate on the Starting a Dance Ministry series and include several checklists, flow charts, and templates. If you or someone you know is starting a dance ministry in 2010, you’ll want to get this book. Want more information or a chance to win a free copy? Sign up for the exclusive e-book pre-launch list. This list will only take 100 subscribers!
Equipping the Saints Conference: MARANATHA will take place September 9-12, 2010 in St. Louis, MO. Have you registered yet? Register today while rates are low!
Weekly Roundup #14: New Year’s Eve Edition
Every Thursday, I will post a link round-up of articles I've found while researching the Internet. While all may not be directly related to dance ministry or worship arts, I hope it will be of benefit to the dance ministers, mime ministers and worship artists that frequent this site.
Here we are at the end of 2009! What are you doing to prepare for the new year?
I shared with the newsletter subscribers why new year's resolution's are not "smart". The purpose was to encourage them to set goals that can be measured and have a better chance of success.
Enjoy these articles as you prepare for the New Year!
I Cite by Rekesha Pittman reminds us to give credit where credit is due, especially when citing a song artist used in dance or choreography.
A popular new year's resolution is the get in shape by shedding those Thanksgiving and Christmas pounds. If you plan on going to the gym in 2010, check out 6 Ways to Save on Gym Membership by Money Under 30.
Denise (aka Prazdancr) sought the Lord for a Word for dance ministers going into 2010, and that word is Hold Fast
How do you observe New Year's Eve? What are your plans for 2010?
Paneh Weekly Roundup #13: Holiday Commercials Edition
Every Thursday, I will post a link round-up of articles I've found while researching the Internet. While all may not be directly related to dance ministry or worship arts, I hope it will be of benefit to the dance ministers, mime ministers and worship artists that frequent this site.
Earlier I asked a question on Facebook, what is your favorite "holiday commercial"? There are some commercials, like the Campbell's Soup Snowman commercial that are shown year after year….timeless!
Not many articles in the round-up this week, but the ones that are here are great! Be sure to read them all!
Uuh, Check That Again is a timely reminder from His Hem Ministry to exercise caution and discretion when selecting garments for ministry. If you find yourself in search of appropriate worship attire after reading this article, be sure to check out What to Wear – Garment Resource List
Confessions of a Busy Mom is a featured guest post at Dance Advantage. It is a must read for anyone that works with children either as a ministry leader or studio owner. It is no secret that dealing with parents can be sometimes…um….challenging. This article does not offer excuses for the communication gap that often exists between parent and student, but offers a look from the other side of the fence. By the way, special thanks to all the parents do! Taking their children to rehearsals, fund-raisers, assisting at dance recitals and more! It is appreciated!
Note: The article is originally from DanceStudioOwner.com. If you own a dance studio, membership to this site can be very valuable!
Below are two of my favorite holiday commercials. What's yours?
Paneh Weekly Roundup #12: Brrr….it’s cold! Edition
Every Thursday, I will post a link round-up of articles I've found while researching the Internet. While all may not be directly related to dance ministry or worship arts, I hope it will be of benefit to the dance ministers, mime ministers and worship artists that frequent this site.
I opened my door this morning and was struck with extremely cold wind! The temperature was around 12 degrees. Other areas of the upper Midwest have been hit with blizzards already. Time to bundle up!
Overcome Barriers to Giving is shared by Bible Money Matters. How appropriate during this holiday season when we are most open to the idea of giving. As Christians, giving should be part of our lifestyle.
No Means Yes, and Yes Means No is a title that will make you do a double-take. This article by Minister Rekesha Pittman explores the consequences of our decisions in ministry.
All Nations Dance Strives to Help Haiti is an article I noticed published by a few of my Facebook friends. It's an inspiring article about an organization determined to provide a dance experience and assistance to the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere
Paneh Weekly Roundup #11
Every Thursday, I will post a link round-up of articles I've found while researching the Internet. While all may not be directly related to dance ministry or worship arts, I hope it will be of benefit to the dance ministers, mime ministers and worship artists that frequent this site.
Moving Worship was published in The Advocate. The writer records her observations of dance as a form of worship. (Thanks to Minister Rekesha for the submission)
Teaching Tip: Using An Assistant by 4Dancers explores the benefits of using an assistant while teaching. I've been the assistant and used assistance and is has always been a benefit!
Teacher's Edition from Company Keepers: Dance Ministry Talk charts a course to equip those called to dance ministry leadership.
This Dancer's Response to World AIDS Day – December 1 was World AIDS Awareness Day and the kickoff of AIDS Awareness Week. Dance Advantage shares what she is doing (and ideas that you can do too) to take part in the movement.
November 2009 Summary
At the end of each month, I'll post a summary of articles from that month. I'll highlight and categorize all articles in one place for your review in case you missed it. Of course, you can always subscribe via RSS or connect with me on Facebook and/or Twitter as most of the articles (and other tidbits) are posted there.
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The Products Page
(This is surprising to me since I have not listed any recent products….that will change soon I promise!)
What to "Where" Praise Dance Garment Resource List
(2nd month in a row)
Give Away: Phenomenal Choreography for Worship Ebook
(Don't worry, if you missed this one, I'll be doing TWO give aways in December!)
Dance Ministry Ethics #5: Inspiration or Imitation
New This Month
Book Review: Phenomenal Choreography for Worship
The DUMBEST (Financial) Move I’ve Ever Made
Equipping the Saints 2010 Pre-Registration Challenge
Dance Ministry Choreography Tips Challenge
I challenge my Twitter & Facebook friends to come up with dance ministry choreography tips in 120 CHAR or less. These were then published everyday during the month of November on Twitter & Facebook. All the feedback has been positive and by popular request all the tips have been compiled and posted here:
31 Dance Ministry Choreography Tips
Guest Posts
Weekly Round ups
Paneh Weekly Roundup #7: Giving Edition
Paneh Weekly Roundup #8: Maranatha Edition
Paneh Weekly Roundup #9: Writer’s Edition
Paneh Weekly Roundup #10:Thanksgiving Thursday, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday Edition
Praise Dance Blog Carnival
Carnival of Praise Dance #4: Recipes Edition
Paneh Weekly Roundup #10:Thanksgiving Thursday, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday Edition
Every Thursday, I will post a link round-up of articles I've found while researching the Internet. While all may not be directly related to dance ministry or worship arts, I hope it will be of benefit to the dance ministers, mime ministers and worship artists that frequent this site. However, since tomorrow is Thanksgiving, I decided to post the weekly round-up on a Wednesday.
Yours, O LORD, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and earth is yours.
Yours, O LORD, is the kingdom; you are exalted as head over all.Wealth and honor come from you; you are the ruler of all things. In your hands are strength and power to exalt and give strength to all.
Now, our God, we give you thanks, and praise your glorious name." 1 Chronicles 29:11-13 (KJV)
His Hem Ministry writes a brief devotion called I am Grateful. It was written earlier in the week and offers the readers a 7 day challenge leading up to Thanksgiving, even though it would be too late to complete by Thanksgiving, it is still a challenge worth doing!
Abraham Lincoln issued a 'Thanksgiving Proclamation' on third October 1863 and officially set aside the last Thursday of November as the national day for Thanksgiving. Whereas earlier the presidents used to make an annual proclamation to specify the day when Thanksgiving was to be held.
4Dancers Blog reminds us as dancers that In the Spirit of Thanksgiving we need to be thankful for our bodies as it is an “instrument of expression”. Editor’s note: I would go further to say, for the sacred dancer, remember that our body of our temple.
It is myth that what is known as Black Friday is the busiest shopping day of the year. That “honor” is typically given to the Saturday before Christmas
Firebird Speaks Reminds us that Ministry = Service as she narrates the story of a dance ministry’s participation in an annual Walk-a-Faith event, dancing on the steps of Providence, RI City Hall and raise money for the homeless. Job well done!
Cyber Monday is a relatively new term (first used in the ecommerce community in 2005) to describe the spike in online purchases the Monday after Thanksgiving. It faces criticism and to some have been called no more than a “buzz word” invented by the National Retailers Association
We want to hear from you! What are you thankful for this holiday season?
Do you plan to shop the day after Thanksgiving?
Paneh Weekly Roundup #9: Writer’s Edition
I’ll let you all in on a little secret. I am working on a few “writing projects”. The first one should be finished before the end of the year! And speaking of writing projects….the deadline for the Phenomenal Choreography for Worship EBook Give Away is quickly approaching. Be sure to enter by leaving a comment after you check out all the awesome links below!
Fun Blog Facts:
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Teaching Tip: Adult Ballet Class: Working with kids is not the same as working with adults. There are mental differences as well as physical. This article lists practical factors to consider & questions to ask when working with adults.
Do you like to write? Do you have a blog with topics of interest to worship arts? Let me know in the comments!
If you would like to write a guest post here, contact me and let me know that too!
Paneh Weekly Roundup #8: Maranatha Edition
Every Thursday, I will post a link round-up of articles I've found while researching the Internet. While all may not be directly related to dance ministry or worship arts, I hope it will be of benefit to the dance ministers, mime ministers and worship artists that frequent this site.
Yesterday I signed the hotel contract for Equipping the Saints Dance & Worship Arts Conference 2010 and opened registration today! The theme for the 2010 conference is Maranatha, which means Come, Lord Jesus! I haven't had much time to search for interesting articles this week as I've been finalizing the contract and preparing the newsletter among other things. Nevertheless, here are a few articles for your reading enjoyment!
His Hem – Who Are We Raising Flags For? This is a timely article as we have just observed Veteran's day.
Maranatha reminds us to keep our eyes on the eternal things of the Spirit.
Dance Advantage – Listening to Dance – An Exercise in Viewing Art When you listen to music what do you see? When creating choreography we want the visual interpretation to match the audio cues being delivered by the music. The article includes to classical music clips to listen to while answering questions about the music. This type of exercise can be applied to a variety of music
If anyone does not love the Lord, he is to be accursed. Maranatha.
1 Cor 16:22
Mouth Fruit – Why Christian Writers, Ministers, Teachers and Speakers Should Blog – Part 4 is part of a series discussing the importance of great content. Good reading for anything thinking of starting a blog.
He which testifieth these things saith, Surely I come quickly. Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus.
Revelation 22:20
Paneh Weekly Roundup #7: Giving Edition
Every Thursday, I will post a link round-up of articles I've found while researching the Internet. While all may not be directly related to dance ministry or worship arts, I hope it will be of benefit to the dance ministers, mime ministers and worship artists that frequent this site.
We are entering the holiday season, this time of year means different things for different people. Some focus on giving, others receiving, for some it means spending and others celebrating and memories. I wrote a guest post for Christian Personal Finance called There is No Such Thing as a Free Lunch – Or is there?, it has to do with the concept of giving selflessly. As we prepare for Thanksgiving festivities & Christmas productions, let’s go out of our way to be a blessing to others.
Enjoy these articles from around the web!
Do You Hear What I Hear? – Reverend Stephanie Butler reminds us to be open to receive a fresh wind from the Lord. Just like he communicated to young Samuel (1 Sam 3:1-12), He is still communicating today.
Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord,
and he will repay him for his deed.
Proverbs 19:17
Dancers, do you know why you are told to breathe while Stretching? 4Dancers blog explains the “why” of this important stretching element. For those that teach, it may help to explain why breathing properly is important.
But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.
Matthew 6:3-4
Homemade Christmas Ornaments & Decorations – Debt Free Adventure shares these ideas to help decommercialize Christmas and get together as a family creating these crafts
If a brother or sister is poorly clothed and lacking in daily food, and one of you says to them, “Go in peace, be warmed and filled,” without giving them the things needed for the body, what good is that?
James 2:15-16
Sign On the Dotted Line started as a comment by Minister Rekesha Pittman on Dance Ministry Ethics #2: Contracted Ministry. The response was so thorough and passionate that it deserved to be its own blog post!
Conduct a food drive or help out at a soup kitchen this holiday season
His Hem Ministry provides information on a Tambourine workshop this weekend in Pennsylvania hosted by Shachah Ministries International.
In case you missed any of the articles posted here this month, there is a full recap in the October Summary
