Are you doing the thing?

The danger of replacing the real task with the things you’re doing.

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Hey Crashers,

This guy 👆… He’s the golden retriever. He’s super lovable and ridiculously easily distracted. It reminds me of a lot of some creatives I know. You love them, but when it comes to focus and getting things done, well, let’s just say that’s not their strong suit. (And if that’s you, we love you, and some of us at this end are you 😳, and now it’s probably time to get some help 🤣).

I joke, but when it comes to ministry work and the real task at hand, sometimes we need to wake ourselves from all the distractions and implement new strategies for completing the most important tasks.

I hope this edition helps - especially the encouragement in this weeks journal article below.

Grace and Peace,

Rich & Cass

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In today’s issue:

• Are you Hawkeye or Dug?

• New friends that can help you get stuff done!

• A challenge to do the real thing, not all the other things.

• and more…

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Five creatives to have on speed dial!

You know when you need to get things done, but you don't quite have the team or people you need to do it? Today, we're opening up our contacts and giving you a few creatives everyone needs to have on speed dial to help you get things done.

1. Podcasting - So you have a podcast you've been dreaming of - or your pastor does 😊. Steve Koch is the master of making those dreams come to life. He's an expert in this area, a team player, knows the stats, research, and data, and is proficient at producing, directing, and editing from years of experience in TV. Reach out today to schedule an interest call; you won't be sorry. (Link)
   

2. Branding and Design - Bel Litchfueld is a genius in this space. She makes brands wholesome and helps you authentically tell your story, steward people's hearts, and bring projects to life. She has been the creative eye behind numerous wonderful campaigns, album art, conference content and logo creations. She has recently started helping church teams, and creatives deliver the required content and is a brilliant backstop, coach or player on your team. Why not reach out to her and see how she can help take your church forward? (Link)

3. Music Production - Chris Davenport is not only a songwriter, brilliant worship leader, and artist in his own right, but he has also been working with worship teams and artists to produce their album projects. He has a great ear, is relentless in his quest for quality, and won't settle for anything but what is honest and authentic when it comes to pursuing God. So, if you have songs and are wondering what's next, reach out, ask some questions, and seek help from an expert. (Link)

4. Creative Technology, Production, Sound & Lighting, Stage & Set Design Help - Steve Pippett is a brilliant production manager and all-around expert in audiovisual, staging & set design coordination and production team building. He's worked alongside the best, including Hillsong UNITED, the Museum of the Bible, Brandon Lake, Passion, Celebration Church, and many others. He helps teams manage their tours, conferences and major events and supports big churches in a consulting capacity. He has pioneered church plants and worked across 60 location mega-churches with skill and proficiency - should you need to take your church to the next level, are planning a large-scale event or need a friend to phone, reach out. (Link)
   

   Aussie Production Support - If you're in Australia and looking for expertise for your church, team or event, Eddie Phrini is your guy. His brilliant company has provided solutions across denominations, church sizes and budgets. He is the most joyous and kind-hearted person you will ever meet. (Link)

5. Film & Video - Sam Irving is an incredible Freelance Director/Creative based in Sydney, Australia. Sam is a great person to know and partner with if you need help with a video project, large or small. You can contact him through his website, which also showcases many of the incredible projects he's worked on recently. (Link)

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Question of the week…

Are you doing the thing?

- Rich Langton

Do you ever have thoughts that go round and round in your head? They make sense to you, but you struggle when you try to describe them to someone else.

No?

Just me?

Well, the other day, I read a short essay that said what I'd had stuck in my head for some time now. It said it so well that I bookmarked the tab and am bringing it to you today.