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Ben Stapley

Executive Pastor at The Life Christian Church

For over twenty years Ben has created & captured moving and memorable moments for individuals, non-profits & corporations across the globe. He has served on the executive team of multiple megachurches and currently serves as the Executive Pastor at The Life Christian Church in New Jersey. Ben also coaches individuals, consults for churches, teaches at universities and speaks at conferences about leadership, communication and creativity. More info about him can be found at www.benstapley.com

Leadership

April 9, 2024

Leading Creatives In Your Organization

Nothing depletes organizational resources like movement without direction. So give clear instructions at the beginning. Knowing the purpose, timeline, target audience, distribution method & desired outcome upfront empowers the creative for success.

The Power Of A 360 Degree Review

Opening yourself up to feedback from this many people is vulnerable and exposes yourself to potential harm. So ask feedback from people you trust and that will tell you the truth in love. In this blog post we discuss the power of a 360 degree review.

Storytelling Builds Culture

There are two different ways to tell a story. Sharing your story. Sharing someone else’s story. Both are powerful but have different pros and cons. So learn how and when to use both.

Before Recording A Video Interview

Video stories are powerful because they tell and show how God can transform a life. But it isn’t easy to solicit these stories from individuals during an interview. So here are best practices to prepare unseasoned interviewers.

Pre-Interviewing For Video Testimonies

Many churches use video testimonies in their services to tell powerful stories of redemption and restoration. Stories of God at work. The pre-interview is an important step in capturing these stories.

How to Publicly Read Scripture Well

Many churches read passages of scripture during their services. That could be the psalm on which a song was based or the passage the message will focus on.

10 Ways to Create Awesome Message Series Bumpers

Message series bumper videos are great promotional and inspirational content a church can create. But they are also a great financial investment. So here are some best practices to help ensure you get the biggest bang for your buck.

30 Free Christmas Resources 2023

I have overseen Christmas experiences for almost two decades in ministry. Sometime during those 20 years, I ran out of good ideas. If that is the case for you as well then check out the good ideas of others

How to Use Image Magnification at Your Church

IMAG (image magnification) enlarges the view of the stage at a live experience to give the audience a better view. IMAG may be right for your church as it visually draws in the audience and guarantees there is no bad seat in the house.

Developing A Volunteer Photography Team

Having your photo taken should be a fun experience. It means something interesting and exciting is happening that deserves to be documented. The tone and attitude of the photographer should match this energy.

Why Volunteer Photography Teams Are Essential

Starting a photo team takes a little bit of effort but the impact it will have is huge. So start your team, or grow your team, today.

How to Run a Great Worship Audition

A great audition sets the tone for years of partnership with an awesome band member. Taking the time to think it through and execute it well lays a solid foundation of trust.

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Ben Stapley