Not too sure who these guys are, but from what I've heard from this album so far they are solid! They are called PageCXVI and their first album is free this week to promote their upcoming release. The arrangements of these hymns are super cool. A fairly indie-pop feel with some nice Rhodes-ish piano and ambient guitar. Hope you like!
http://pagecxvi.bkstageshare.com/hymns/
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Some Helfpul Stuff from Simon Brading
Came across these video clips featuring Simon Brading speaking on a variety of topics.
http://vimeo.com/tag:simonbrading
http://vimeo.com/tag:simonbrading
Monday, April 26, 2010
Worship Set: April 25
You're the Light - Ben Cantelon
Holy Are You Lord - Paul Oakley
Glorious Day - Michael Bleecker
This Is Our God - Reuben Morgan
Holy Are You Lord - Paul Oakley
Glorious Day - Michael Bleecker
This Is Our God - Reuben Morgan
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Leadership: Control vs Structure
This is a portion of an article Leigh and I read for our adoption prep. Even though it's actually about parenting, I found it very helpful, informative, and provoking in regards to leading people in a team setting. Our goal is to build community with one another, learn from one another, and work together to see people turn their hearts to God. Hope you find it helpful as well!
-waymond
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CONTROL VS STRUCTURE
These two terms are central for the success or failure of good interventions. Two environments may look identical in set up, but the quality of the atmosphere in each may be opposite if the interactions in one reflect attempts to control and the other reflects attempts to structure.
The American Heritage dictionary definition of "Control" includes: "1) To exercise authority or dominating influence over; direct; regulate. 2) To hold in restraint; to check." Control tends to be top-down, other-initiated, disregards the needs of the individual and sets up power struggles. Control is usually "over" someone or something, and as such does not invite mutuality.
(When people) have been asked if they have ever felt controlled, and if so, how they felt and what they remember wanting to do. Most people have unpleasant memories of feeling controlled. Parents and professionals alike said the experience made them want to get away, avoid the situation, get even, and other behaviors suggesting intense discomfort. There are often intense negative feelings associated with the memory of feeling controlled. Children often react to the experience of feeling controlled and may also demonstrate this in their behaviors.
Implicitly, people in control are expected to have answers and be able to exert power over and change others. This results in making statements rather than asking questions and being directive rather than inviting participation. Control tends to be brittle, characterized by increasing numbers of rules and regulations. Controlling behaviors send a message that reads: You (your ideas, contributions) do not matter. It is normal for people to fight messages that they do not matter.
The definition of "Structure" includes the following descriptors: "1) A complex entity. 2) The configuration of elements, parts, or constituents in such an entity; organization; arrangement. 3) The interrelation of parts or the principle of organization in a complex entity." Structure is characterized by a few guiding principles, and is adaptable, affording greater latitude for working with a range of cultures, strengths, and abilities.
There is a common fear that letting go of control will result in chaos. The reality is that structure provides more options. Letting go of the fear of not having all the answers supports asking questions and exploring options.
-waymond
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CONTROL VS STRUCTURE
These two terms are central for the success or failure of good interventions. Two environments may look identical in set up, but the quality of the atmosphere in each may be opposite if the interactions in one reflect attempts to control and the other reflects attempts to structure.
The American Heritage dictionary definition of "Control" includes: "1) To exercise authority or dominating influence over; direct; regulate. 2) To hold in restraint; to check." Control tends to be top-down, other-initiated, disregards the needs of the individual and sets up power struggles. Control is usually "over" someone or something, and as such does not invite mutuality.
(When people) have been asked if they have ever felt controlled, and if so, how they felt and what they remember wanting to do. Most people have unpleasant memories of feeling controlled. Parents and professionals alike said the experience made them want to get away, avoid the situation, get even, and other behaviors suggesting intense discomfort. There are often intense negative feelings associated with the memory of feeling controlled. Children often react to the experience of feeling controlled and may also demonstrate this in their behaviors.
Implicitly, people in control are expected to have answers and be able to exert power over and change others. This results in making statements rather than asking questions and being directive rather than inviting participation. Control tends to be brittle, characterized by increasing numbers of rules and regulations. Controlling behaviors send a message that reads: You (your ideas, contributions) do not matter. It is normal for people to fight messages that they do not matter.
The definition of "Structure" includes the following descriptors: "1) A complex entity. 2) The configuration of elements, parts, or constituents in such an entity; organization; arrangement. 3) The interrelation of parts or the principle of organization in a complex entity." Structure is characterized by a few guiding principles, and is adaptable, affording greater latitude for working with a range of cultures, strengths, and abilities.
There is a common fear that letting go of control will result in chaos. The reality is that structure provides more options. Letting go of the fear of not having all the answers supports asking questions and exploring options.
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