A presentation from a training event aimed at Curates in the Church of England, Birmingham Diocese. To help them to understand and engage with online issues.
Teens & Social Networks: New Realties and ThreatsSociallyActive
Instagram, Twitter and Facebook have created a new reality for teens where privacy is non-existent and they are being inundated with porn and illicit photos.
This presentation will help parents understand these threats in more detail.
Mike Schaffer gave a presentation on using social networking tools for career development. He discussed what social media is and isn't, the major social networking sites like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. He covered six rules for using social media safely, such as maintaining privacy, avoiding rash posts, and protecting personal information. Schaffer also discussed how social media impacts job seekers, current employees, and employers when it comes to networking, online profiles, and company policies. The presentation provided guidance on leveraging social media effectively and avoiding potential pitfalls.
The Power point slides that I used for a presentation to the Oviedo Winter Springs Lunch and Learn – May 26, 2015
A non-technical overview of twitter, with 2015 demographics that.
Verizon Small Business: Chris Dessi presenting social media for small business Christopher Dessi, MS
Presented on November 7th, 2012 via Webinar to Verizon Small Business Participants. The full webinar can be found on Brighttalk on demand - here https://www.brighttalk.com/webcast/6255/55997
This document discusses social media usage statistics and provides advice for companies on engaging with social media. It notes that three-quarters of Australian online adults use social technologies and almost half are members of social networks. It recommends that companies listen to social media conversations, join in to guide and lead discussions, and create valuable content to encourage sharing. The key is to allow social media to develop organically rather than trying to strictly control the conversation.
Teens & Social Networks: New Realties and ThreatsSociallyActive
Instagram, Twitter and Facebook have created a new reality for teens where privacy is non-existent and they are being inundated with porn and illicit photos.
This presentation will help parents understand these threats in more detail.
Mike Schaffer gave a presentation on using social networking tools for career development. He discussed what social media is and isn't, the major social networking sites like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. He covered six rules for using social media safely, such as maintaining privacy, avoiding rash posts, and protecting personal information. Schaffer also discussed how social media impacts job seekers, current employees, and employers when it comes to networking, online profiles, and company policies. The presentation provided guidance on leveraging social media effectively and avoiding potential pitfalls.
The Power point slides that I used for a presentation to the Oviedo Winter Springs Lunch and Learn – May 26, 2015
A non-technical overview of twitter, with 2015 demographics that.
Verizon Small Business: Chris Dessi presenting social media for small business Christopher Dessi, MS
Presented on November 7th, 2012 via Webinar to Verizon Small Business Participants. The full webinar can be found on Brighttalk on demand - here https://www.brighttalk.com/webcast/6255/55997
This document discusses social media usage statistics and provides advice for companies on engaging with social media. It notes that three-quarters of Australian online adults use social technologies and almost half are members of social networks. It recommends that companies listen to social media conversations, join in to guide and lead discussions, and create valuable content to encourage sharing. The key is to allow social media to develop organically rather than trying to strictly control the conversation.
This document provides an introduction to social media. It defines social media as the use of electronic tools to share and discuss information with others. It explains that social media allows marketers to connect with consumers on a personal level. Traditional marketing does not work as well in social conversations where people trust recommendations from other consumers over advertisements. The document then gives overviews of popular social media sites like blogs, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn and discusses why brands should have a presence on these sites.
Silverback Social Presented by Chris Dessi during Social Week Gives Back in a...Christopher Dessi, MS
The City of New York, The Tomorrow Project, Silverback Social and Vanguarde Consulting Group proudly welcome small business owners to a series of 5 half-day seminars focused on educating small businesses on the fundamentals of social marketing success. These hands-on seminars gave small businesses the tools to get up and running effectively in social marketing and to promote the value of social marketing for small businesses as a whole.
This presentation was given by Chris Dessi, CEO of Silverback Social on each of the five days. Please feel free to download and share this content. All I ask is that you use Silverback Social and Chris Dessi as the source.
All images and statistics are sourced in the presentation, and include a white paper from Buddy Media and statistics provided by FactBrowser.com. Images were provided by Shutterstock.com. Details were shared via a TED Talk give by Clay Shirky and imagery created by Bill Cheswick.
This document discusses how data can be used to inform content strategies. It provides tips for using data, including asking questions to identify goals and key channels, focusing on consolidation, understanding user behavior, correcting content, informing posting times, and making strategic decisions. Data can be used to understand search and referral patterns. The document advocates sharing insights and getting people excited about data.
The document outlines an agenda for a presentation on digital media and social media. It includes sections on introducing digital media, goal setting, the tools of digital media, content creation, analytics, and closing remarks. There are also examples of personas, including one named Martin Ferber, a CEO who understands social media is important but does not fully understand it and wants to learn from experts.
This document provides information about using various social media platforms. It discusses Twitter in depth, including common jargon, how the Brisbane Twitter community uses it, and tips for getting started. It also briefly covers using Facebook and LinkedIn professionally and mentions additional platforms like photography and video sharing. Overall, the document aims to introduce social media and provide guidance on using different tools effectively.
The document provides 10 social media tips and secrets for non-profits, including investing in a good avatar, finding your Facebook voice, being nice and replying/retweeting on social media, mixing up content on Twitter, using third-party apps, using inspirational quotes and stats, launching a blog, utilizing LinkedIn groups, learning basic HTML, and being an early adopter of mobile web technologies.
This document discusses strategies for social media engagement from the Office of Communications at Colgate University. It provides metrics on Colgate's various social media platforms and their fan and reach numbers. It then lists 13 reasons for Colgate's success in raising $5.1 million from almost 6,000 donors on 12/13/13. The reasons include engaging internally, embracing nudges, training audiences, and experimenting with digital events and channels.
Social media is a great way to reach your market, position your message and network with like minded entrepreneurs
To get the most out of your efforts with social media there are do's and don'ts on getting the most out of your efforts. .
This document provides an overview of social media and Twitter. It discusses why people should care about and get involved with social media. It then covers topics like how to protect yourself online, what information is publicly available about people, and how to check up on yourself and others online. The rest of the document focuses on Twitter, including how professionals use it, best practices for setting up an account, how to tweet, follow others, use hashtags and retweets, and tools like Bitly and TweetDeck.
This document provides guidelines for Christians on appropriate use of social media. It begins by outlining some of the positives of social media, such as ease of communication, community building, and access to information. However, it then details several dangers, such as increased stress, mood issues, addiction, and focus on self-image. The document concludes by offering seven principles for Christians: focus on real relationships over online ones, think before posting, avoid self-focus in updates, treat people well, use encouraging words, ensure pure motives focused on God, and prioritize important relationships.
The estimated 20 social networks in the US based on estimated 2016 monthly active users. Presented in 5-minute speed-round at ShipCompliant DIRECT wine conference in San Francisco 6/24/16.
Debunking Social Media Myths - A Guide for Media ExecutivesNeil Foote
The document outlines guidelines for creating an effective social media strategy for news organizations. It discusses evaluating different social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube and how journalists can use them to engage audiences, break news and source stories. The document also provides questions organizations should consider to define goals, measure success and ensure strategies align with editorial standards and practices.
This document provides guidance on effective social media engagement. It recommends businesses listen to conversations, monitor their brand, and investigate trending topics. It advises responding to feedback, engaging with users both online and offline, and acting on problems directly. The document warns against just broadcasting messages and using social media like a "blunderbuss". It suggests adding value for users, being brave but respectful, and encouraging brand advocates. Companies are advised not to expect immediate attention, spam users, hijack hashtags, or threaten legal action against critics. The overall message is that social media requires active listening, engagement, and providing value to communities rather than one-way broadcasting.
This document provides tips and advice for using social media effectively. It discusses how social media can be used to engage people where they are online and promote conversation. Some key points include using hashtags to promote local events, diversifying your social media networks beyond just one platform, using photos and videos to engage audiences, and taking advantage of automation tools and teams to manage social media presence. Mistakes to avoid include not engaging audiences, relying on just one network, failing to use visual content, and not promoting your social media channels or taking a hands-off approach.
10 Myths About Social Media And Local Governmentspencerblesi
The document discusses 10 common myths about using social media for local government purposes. Some of the myths addressed include: 1) that using social media requires technical expertise when in fact many tools are easy to use, 2) that social media is only for young people when older users are increasing, and 3) that social media is a waste of time when it can be used for constructive communication and listening. The document argues that with proper moderation, social media does not need to be risky and can be a valuable engagement tool rather than replacement for traditional methods.
The Beginner's Guide to Testing Business IdeasTPM Focus
Use simple ways to find out if there is market interest in your business idea. Entrepreneurship is available to all, particularly with the accessibility to the internet and social media enabling it.
Social media for business and agricultureKym Jefferies
This document provides information on using social media, specifically Facebook and Twitter, for business and agriculture. It discusses what social media is, how corporate communication is changing, and the importance of social media for telling the story of agriculture to consumers and influencing public opinion. The document then gives step-by-step instructions on setting up business pages on Facebook and Twitter, including adding descriptions, content, and followers. It emphasizes using social media to interact with customers, provide feedback opportunities, and share educational content through consistent posting.
Social Media: The good, the bad & the ugly Carol Skyring
The document discusses the good, bad, and ugly aspects of using social media for not-for-profits. It covers why social media should be used, how to use it effectively, examples of both good and bad social media use by organizations, and important considerations like developing a strategy and learning from past mistakes. Key topics include engaging supporters, extending reach, the time commitment needed, and the risks of using social media poorly.
Todd Van Hoosear is a principal at Fresh Ground Communications with 16 years of PR experience. He advocates for the new rules of marketing and PR in the age of social media, where nearly everything is real-time, online, measurable, and participatory. Some of the key changes discussed include the death of the traditional "command and control" PR model, the rise of transparency and criticism, and social media as a disruptive force that cannot be ignored.
This document provides an introduction to social media. It defines social media as the use of electronic tools to share and discuss information with others. It explains that social media allows marketers to connect with consumers on a personal level. Traditional marketing does not work as well in social conversations where people trust recommendations from other consumers over advertisements. The document then gives overviews of popular social media sites like blogs, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn and discusses why brands should have a presence on these sites.
Silverback Social Presented by Chris Dessi during Social Week Gives Back in a...Christopher Dessi, MS
The City of New York, The Tomorrow Project, Silverback Social and Vanguarde Consulting Group proudly welcome small business owners to a series of 5 half-day seminars focused on educating small businesses on the fundamentals of social marketing success. These hands-on seminars gave small businesses the tools to get up and running effectively in social marketing and to promote the value of social marketing for small businesses as a whole.
This presentation was given by Chris Dessi, CEO of Silverback Social on each of the five days. Please feel free to download and share this content. All I ask is that you use Silverback Social and Chris Dessi as the source.
All images and statistics are sourced in the presentation, and include a white paper from Buddy Media and statistics provided by FactBrowser.com. Images were provided by Shutterstock.com. Details were shared via a TED Talk give by Clay Shirky and imagery created by Bill Cheswick.
This document discusses how data can be used to inform content strategies. It provides tips for using data, including asking questions to identify goals and key channels, focusing on consolidation, understanding user behavior, correcting content, informing posting times, and making strategic decisions. Data can be used to understand search and referral patterns. The document advocates sharing insights and getting people excited about data.
The document outlines an agenda for a presentation on digital media and social media. It includes sections on introducing digital media, goal setting, the tools of digital media, content creation, analytics, and closing remarks. There are also examples of personas, including one named Martin Ferber, a CEO who understands social media is important but does not fully understand it and wants to learn from experts.
This document provides information about using various social media platforms. It discusses Twitter in depth, including common jargon, how the Brisbane Twitter community uses it, and tips for getting started. It also briefly covers using Facebook and LinkedIn professionally and mentions additional platforms like photography and video sharing. Overall, the document aims to introduce social media and provide guidance on using different tools effectively.
The document provides 10 social media tips and secrets for non-profits, including investing in a good avatar, finding your Facebook voice, being nice and replying/retweeting on social media, mixing up content on Twitter, using third-party apps, using inspirational quotes and stats, launching a blog, utilizing LinkedIn groups, learning basic HTML, and being an early adopter of mobile web technologies.
This document discusses strategies for social media engagement from the Office of Communications at Colgate University. It provides metrics on Colgate's various social media platforms and their fan and reach numbers. It then lists 13 reasons for Colgate's success in raising $5.1 million from almost 6,000 donors on 12/13/13. The reasons include engaging internally, embracing nudges, training audiences, and experimenting with digital events and channels.
Social media is a great way to reach your market, position your message and network with like minded entrepreneurs
To get the most out of your efforts with social media there are do's and don'ts on getting the most out of your efforts. .
This document provides an overview of social media and Twitter. It discusses why people should care about and get involved with social media. It then covers topics like how to protect yourself online, what information is publicly available about people, and how to check up on yourself and others online. The rest of the document focuses on Twitter, including how professionals use it, best practices for setting up an account, how to tweet, follow others, use hashtags and retweets, and tools like Bitly and TweetDeck.
This document provides guidelines for Christians on appropriate use of social media. It begins by outlining some of the positives of social media, such as ease of communication, community building, and access to information. However, it then details several dangers, such as increased stress, mood issues, addiction, and focus on self-image. The document concludes by offering seven principles for Christians: focus on real relationships over online ones, think before posting, avoid self-focus in updates, treat people well, use encouraging words, ensure pure motives focused on God, and prioritize important relationships.
The estimated 20 social networks in the US based on estimated 2016 monthly active users. Presented in 5-minute speed-round at ShipCompliant DIRECT wine conference in San Francisco 6/24/16.
Debunking Social Media Myths - A Guide for Media ExecutivesNeil Foote
The document outlines guidelines for creating an effective social media strategy for news organizations. It discusses evaluating different social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube and how journalists can use them to engage audiences, break news and source stories. The document also provides questions organizations should consider to define goals, measure success and ensure strategies align with editorial standards and practices.
This document provides guidance on effective social media engagement. It recommends businesses listen to conversations, monitor their brand, and investigate trending topics. It advises responding to feedback, engaging with users both online and offline, and acting on problems directly. The document warns against just broadcasting messages and using social media like a "blunderbuss". It suggests adding value for users, being brave but respectful, and encouraging brand advocates. Companies are advised not to expect immediate attention, spam users, hijack hashtags, or threaten legal action against critics. The overall message is that social media requires active listening, engagement, and providing value to communities rather than one-way broadcasting.
This document provides tips and advice for using social media effectively. It discusses how social media can be used to engage people where they are online and promote conversation. Some key points include using hashtags to promote local events, diversifying your social media networks beyond just one platform, using photos and videos to engage audiences, and taking advantage of automation tools and teams to manage social media presence. Mistakes to avoid include not engaging audiences, relying on just one network, failing to use visual content, and not promoting your social media channels or taking a hands-off approach.
10 Myths About Social Media And Local Governmentspencerblesi
The document discusses 10 common myths about using social media for local government purposes. Some of the myths addressed include: 1) that using social media requires technical expertise when in fact many tools are easy to use, 2) that social media is only for young people when older users are increasing, and 3) that social media is a waste of time when it can be used for constructive communication and listening. The document argues that with proper moderation, social media does not need to be risky and can be a valuable engagement tool rather than replacement for traditional methods.
The Beginner's Guide to Testing Business IdeasTPM Focus
Use simple ways to find out if there is market interest in your business idea. Entrepreneurship is available to all, particularly with the accessibility to the internet and social media enabling it.
Social media for business and agricultureKym Jefferies
This document provides information on using social media, specifically Facebook and Twitter, for business and agriculture. It discusses what social media is, how corporate communication is changing, and the importance of social media for telling the story of agriculture to consumers and influencing public opinion. The document then gives step-by-step instructions on setting up business pages on Facebook and Twitter, including adding descriptions, content, and followers. It emphasizes using social media to interact with customers, provide feedback opportunities, and share educational content through consistent posting.
Social Media: The good, the bad & the ugly Carol Skyring
The document discusses the good, bad, and ugly aspects of using social media for not-for-profits. It covers why social media should be used, how to use it effectively, examples of both good and bad social media use by organizations, and important considerations like developing a strategy and learning from past mistakes. Key topics include engaging supporters, extending reach, the time commitment needed, and the risks of using social media poorly.
Todd Van Hoosear is a principal at Fresh Ground Communications with 16 years of PR experience. He advocates for the new rules of marketing and PR in the age of social media, where nearly everything is real-time, online, measurable, and participatory. Some of the key changes discussed include the death of the traditional "command and control" PR model, the rise of transparency and criticism, and social media as a disruptive force that cannot be ignored.
La Unión Europea ha anunciado nuevas sanciones contra Rusia por su invasión de Ucrania. Las sanciones incluyen prohibiciones de viaje y congelamiento de activos para más funcionarios rusos, así como restricciones a las importaciones de productos rusos de acero y tecnología. Los líderes de la UE esperan que estas medidas adicionales aumenten la presión económica sobre Rusia y la disuadan de continuar su guerra contra Ucrania.
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Digital Art using Open Source Graphics Program
The document discusses Inkscape, an open source vector graphics program that can be used to create digital art. It summarizes some key features of Inkscape, including that it is free to download, works on multiple platforms, and allows artwork to be scaled infinitely without quality loss since it uses vector graphics. The document also provides examples of artwork that can be created with Inkscape like posters, logos, banners, and covers. It encourages users to try Inkscape to make their own creative designs.
Craig Gilman, our Digital Youth Adviser
presents a practical training session with a range of examples of how to use social media and online technologies in your youthwork practice. With digital skills and techniques participants can use immediately to engage and support young people’s online engagement.
This document provides instructions for setting up a digital whiteboard system using a Nintendo Wii remote, projector, and software. It lists the necessary equipment which includes a Wii remote, infrared pen, projector, screen, and Wiimote whiteboard software. It also provides alternatives to the Wii remote like a wireless mouse or graphics tablet. Directions are given for both buying a pre-made infrared pen or building your own inexpensive version.
The document discusses the concept of a "smart city" of the future that uses sensors, actuators, and internet connectivity embedded in physical objects to create an integrated information and communication system, generating large amounts of "big data" that professionals will have to manage.
The document discusses the concept of a "smart city" of the future that uses sensors, actuators, and internet connectivity embedded in physical objects to create an integrated information and communication system, generating large amounts of "big data" that professionals will have to manage.
Oikos workshop presentation on Social Media. The presentation takes a high-level strategy view of Social Media for small charities and community groups, along with providing statistics, hints and tips and some fun as we go.
This document provides an overview of maximizing social media for churches and ministries. It discusses the benefits of engaging in social media such as connecting with others, engaging communities, and informing large numbers of people for free. Popular social networks that are appropriate for religious organizations are reviewed, including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Vimeo and blogging platforms. Location-based networks and live streaming options are also summarized.
This document provides an overview of social media and how non-profit organizations can utilize various social media platforms. It discusses what social media is, how mainstream it has become, and the importance of having an online presence and engaging supporters through social media. The document then gives recommendations on developing a social media strategy, profiling audiences and organizations, and provides examples of how to use tools like websites, email, blogs, video, and social networking sites to engage stakeholders and spread an organization's message.
This document provides an overview of social networking tools like Facebook, discussing how they are changing daily lives and business. It notes that social media is now the number one online activity, surpassing pornography, and that people trust peer recommendations more than advertisements. The document also shows statistics on the rapid growth of Facebook's user base from 50 million in 2007 to over 400 million today.
Vinton Chamber Social Media for Business WorkshopSandy Ratliff
The Vinton Chamber of Commerce partnered with Sandy Ratliff at the Virginia Department of Business Assistance to host a social media for business workshop. The event focused on using social media to promote and brand small business.
Social Media for Pastors and Ministry Leaders: Where Do I Start?Justin Wise
The document provides an overview of using social media for pastors and ministry leaders. It discusses that social media has become essential for organizations to connect with people. The "big three" social media platforms discussed are blogging, Facebook, and Twitter. Blogging is recommended for sharing specialized information and official statements. Twitter is good for interacting with congregations and thought leadership. Facebook currently has over 500 million active users, with half logging on daily. The document encourages pastors to utilize social media platforms to connect with others.
This presentation was given as part of the library's 2009 Nonprofit Week. It gives a basic overview of several social networking websites and shows how nonprofits can use them to get the word out about their organizations and the services they provide.
2010: NJ GMIS: Getting Your Message OutCarol Spencer
Carol Spencer outlines Morris County NJ's automated social media process. When the Public Information Officer issues a press release, it is uploaded to Scribd and blogged about, which notifies subscribers via RSS feeds and email. It is then tweeted using Hootsuite and posted to Facebook via Ping.fm. Flickr photos and YouTube videos are also shared across platforms. Tools like Hootsuite, Ping.fm and Blogger allow the county to efficiently cross-post updates to multiple social networks to engage citizens. Spencer also provides tips for setting up accounts and tools like YouTube channels for governments.
This presentation was given at Miami University's Alumni Winter College. It was designed to introduce social media to the "post college" crowd and explain why it matters to them.
The document discusses social media use among teens and tweens. It notes that 95% of teens ages 12-17 are online, and 80% of online teens use social media. Social media has become integral to teen social lives both positively and negatively. The document provides statistics on social media use at different ages and discusses privacy, online behavior, and potential pitfalls of social media use for youth. It emphasizes the importance of educating oneself, modeling good behavior, setting boundaries, and using web filters to help guide kids' safe social media use.
These slides were part of a presentation for the Reynolds Institute, a workshop for high school teachers who teach journalism or are advisors for their school journalists. The workshop was held at the Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University.
Social Media Trends: Should you jump on the bandwagon?Sherry
There are new social networks emerging every day - should you jump on every bandwagon and publish on all of them? No one has that much time or that many resources! Here's a simple way to decide which social networks are best for you and your business. And there are kittens!
Presentation to Iowa Association of School Boards (Fiscal Management Conference), July 18, 2012. Parts of this presentation are used with permission from Evelyn McCormack.
Year here Fellows - digital media and communicationsTom Doust
This document discusses the importance of digital skills and social media for charities. It notes that charities stand to gain significantly from improving their digital capabilities, as digital will be the preferred means of communication for most stakeholders. However, many charities currently have little online presence or need help with web design and social media. The document then outlines five themes for charities to consider regarding social media and communication strategies, such as being creative with campaigns, unlearning old habits, and embracing opportunities to connect and collaborate online.
This our standard presentation for helping executive teams understand the rise and influence of social media. We discuss the conditions that created social media, various tools, then dive in to the 4 C's of successful social media implementaiton - Culture, Content, Conversations, and Conversions. Available as a keynote or a workshop.
Social Networking x Pastoral Care 社交網絡 x 堂會牧養 (2010.09.17@Network Mission 網絡使命)Calvin C. Yu
YouTube: http://bit.ly/mQQWre
Social Networking x Pastoral Care 社交網絡 x 堂會牧養 (2010.09.17@Network Mission 網絡使命)
Sharing about "Social Networking and Pastoral Care on 2010.09.17 @ Network Mission (HKCRM, GNCI, CC Net, Global Chinese Christian Post)
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Social Media-Palooza (Part I), by LeapFrog InteractiveLEAP
This introduction to Social Media takes you on a journey from the start of social media through today, highlighting its importance and the evolving media landscape. We explore companies doing it the right way and visit some examples of social media gone wrong.
Presentation compiled and presented by Michael Wunsch, VP of Client Services, and Emily Van Winkle.
This document provides an overview of social media platforms and best practices for libraries. It defines key terms for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest. Statistics are presented on growth of social media usage. The document recommends focusing posts on entertaining, educating and creating experiences for audiences. Photos, videos and engaging content are emphasized as effective on Facebook. Pinterest is highlighted as essential for libraries. Instagram focuses on high quality photos while Twitter is for news and commentary. Sources for social media content are also listed.
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Mantra Yoga is an exact science. "Mananat trayate iti mantrah- by the Manana (constant thinking or recollection) of which one is protected or is released from the round of births and deaths, is Mantra." That is called Mantra by the meditation (Manana) on which the Jiva or the individual soul attains freedom from sin, enjoyment in heaven and final liberation, and by the aid of which it attains in full the fourfold fruit (Chaturvarga), i.e., Dharma, Artha, Kama and Moksha. A Mantra is so called because it is achieved by the mental process.
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This book is one of the best of the translated ones, for it has a warning character for all those who find themselves in the experience of material life. Irmão X provides a shrewd way of describing the subtleties and weaknesses that can jeopardize our intentions, making us more attentive and vigilant by providing us with his wise pages, reminding us between the lines of the Master's words: "Pray and watch."
The Book of Revelation, filled with symbolic and apocalyptic imagery, presents one of its most striking visions in Revelation 9:3-12—the locust army. Understanding the significance of this locust army provides insight into the broader themes of divine judgment, protection, and the ultimate triumph of God’s will as depicted in Revelation.
"Lift off" by Pastor Mark Behr at North Athens Baptist ChurchJurgenFinch
23 June 2024
Morning Service at North Athens Baptist Church Athens, Michigan
“Lift Off” by Pastor Mark Behr
Scriptures: Luke 24:50-53; Acts 1:6-11.
We are a small country Church in Athens Michigan who loves to reach out to others with the love of God. We worship an Awesome God who loves the whole world and wants everyone to see and understand what He has done for us. (1 Corinthians 15:1-4) We hope you are encouraging by our Sunday Morning sermon videos. If you are ever in the area, please feel free to attend our Sunday Morning Services at North Athens Baptist Church 2020 M Drive South, Athens, Michigan. If you have any question and would like to talk to Pastor Mark, or have prayer request please call the church at (269) 729-553
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Dear readers,
This month we continue with more inspiring talks from the Global Spirituality Mahotsav that was held from March 14 to 17, 2024, at Kanha Shanti Vanam.
We hear from Daaji on lifestyle and yoga in honor of International Day of Yoga, June 21, 2024. We also hear from Professor Bhavani Rao, Dean at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University, on spirituality in action, the Venerable BhikkuSanghasena on how to be an ambassador for compassion, Dr. Tony Nader on the Maharishi Effect, Swami Mukundananda on the crossroads of modernization, Tejinder Kaur Basra on the purpose of work, the Venerable GesheDorjiDamdul on the psychology of peace, the Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland, KC, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, on how we are all related, and world-renowned violinist KumareshRajagopalan on the uplifting mysteries of music.
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Lucid Dreaming: Understanding the Risks and Benefits
The ability to control one's dreams or for the dreamer to be aware that he or she is dreaming. This process, called lucid dreaming, has some potential risks as well as many fascinating benefits. However, many people are hesitant to try it initially for fear of the potential dangers. This article aims to clarify these concerns by exploring both the risks and benefits of lucid dreaming.
The Benefits of Lucid Dreaming
Lucid dreaming allows a person to take control of their dream world, helping them overcome their fears and eliminate nightmares. This technique is particularly useful for mental health. By taking control of their dreams, individuals can face challenging scenarios in a controlled environment, which can help reduce anxiety and increase self-confidence.
Addressing Common Concerns
Physical Harm in Dreams Lucid dreaming is fundamentally safe. In a lucid dream, everything is a creation of your mind. Therefore, nothing in the dream can physically harm you. Despite the vividness and realness of the dream experience, it remains entirely within your mental landscape, posing no physical danger.
Mental Health Risks Concerns about developing PTSD or other mental illnesses from lucid dreaming are unfounded. As soon as you wake up, it's clear that the events experienced in the dream were not real. On the contrary, lucid dreaming is often seen as a therapeutic tool for conditions like PTSD, as it allows individuals to reframe and manage their thoughts.
Potential Risks of Lucid Dreaming
While generally safe, lucid dreaming does come with a few risks as well:
Mixing Dream Memories with Reality Long-term lucid dreamers might occasionally confuse dream memories with real ones, creating false memories. This issue is rare and preventable by maintaining a dream journal and avoiding lucid dreaming about real-life people or places too frequently.
Escapism Using lucid dreaming to escape reality can be problematic if it interferes with your daily life. While it is sometimes beneficial to escape and relieve the stress of reality, relying on lucid dreaming for happiness can hinder personal growth and productivity.
Feeling Tired After Lucid Dreaming Some people report feeling tired after lucid dreaming. This tiredness is not due to the dreams themselves but often results from not getting enough sleep or using techniques that disrupt sleep patterns. Taking breaks and ensuring adequate sleep can prevent this.
Mental Exhaustion Lucid dreaming can be mentally taxing if practiced excessively without breaks. It’s important to balance lucid dreaming with regular sleep to avoid mental fatigue.
Lucid dreaming is safe and beneficial if done with caution. It has many benefits, such as overcoming fear and improving mental health, and minimal risks. There are many resources and tutorials available for those interested in trying it.
5. Appeal of Technology to GenY & iGen
• Always on
• Anonymity
• Addictive
• Access to the world
• Active not passive medium
• Away from supervision “If you took away my mobile phone
you would take away a part of me”
• Acceptance – identity and status
• Amplifier (gives children a voice)
• The online world IS the child’s world
6.
7.
8. The Appeal of
• News feeds – boast by post
• Applications – huge range of apps
• Photos/tags comment and tag photos – face recognition
• Events/groups
• Friends find link, be in constant contact + on your mobile
• Messages (superseding email)
• Live chat – (superseding IM)
• Time line
• Video link and embed
• Social location
11. iGen
1995 – Present
0-17 year olds
11-15%(ish) of UK
Facebook
Users
not supposed to have facbook before age 13!
12. Generation Y
+ iGen =
70%(ish) of UK Facebook Users!
34% of the UK population
13. “ It has never been easier to keep in
touch with other people – and people
all over the world.
The church should be part of the
public market place, and making
contact in new ways are an
opportunity not a threat.
I’m sure St Paul would have been a
regular blogger had the technology
been available to him. “
Bishop of St Asaph, Gregory Cameron
14. 48% OF 18 TO 34 YEAR OLDS
CHECK FACEBOOK
RIGHT WHEN THEY WAKE UP…
ABOUT 28% CHECK THEIR FACEBOOK
ON THEIR SMART PHONES
BEFORE GETTING OUT OF BED.
15.
16.
17. ―Communities already exist. Instead, think about how you
can help that community do what it wants to do‖
Mark Zuckerberg
24. Reason to Tweet Company or Brand (% of US Twitter Users)
Reason to Tweet % of Users
Get updates on future products 38%
Stay informed about company activities 32
Receive discounts and promotions 31
Get updates on upcoming sales 30
Get free samples, coupons, etc 28
For fun or entertainment 26
Get access to exclusive content 25
Learn more about company 25
Show support to company to others 23
Share ideas, provide feedback 20
For education about company topics 14
Recommended 14
Get direct message from company 10
Source: ExactTarget, August 2010
25. 10 top tips
1. Focus your Twitter use for 6. Mix up your tweets
communicating general church 7. Keep a metered, steady flow
information 8. Reach out to bloggers in your
2. Use Twitter as one part of your church that are on Twitter
overall social media presence 9. Give and it shall be given
3. Brand your Twitter page to unto you.
match your church website 10. Keep your tweets positive
4. Connect with your followers and to the point
through # tags
5. Be social! Retweet or reply to
tweets
30. The Importance of Privacy Settings
31% of 12-15 year olds
don’t use privacy
settings
on their social
networking profiles
– Ofcom Medial Literacy Report 2009
31.
32.
33. Practice Intentionality, Humility, Authenticity
1. Practice regular check-ins
2. Make the intention to not go online immediately
before bed and immediately after waking up
3. Practice mindful Social Networking
4. Practice authentic Social Networking
5. Adopt one or two Facebook friends for one month
34. Practice Intentionality, Humility, Authenticity
1. Practice regular check-ins
• What am I feeling now?
• What kind of thoughts are going through my head
• What kind of emotions did that email surface?
35. Practice Intentionality, Humility, Authenticity
2. Make the intention to not go online immediately
before bed and immediately after waking up
• Give yourself space
• Perhaps memorise a passage (maybe Psalm 23)
• Say a short prayer – invite God into the details
• Perhaps try a simple examen
36. Practice Intentionality, Humility, Authenticity
3. Practice mindful Social Networking
• How much time do you spend on FB, twitter, etc.?
• How do you spend that time?
• Check in with yourself
37. Practice Intentionality, Humility, Authenticity
4. Practice authentic Social Networking
• Take a look at the pictures you’ve posted
• Evaluate the information you’ve shared
• Try to be YOU
38. Practice Intentionality, Humility, Authenticity
5. Adopt one or two Facebook friends for one month
• Pick a couple of people to give special attention to
• Find out what’s going on in their lives
• Pray for them daily
• Send them nice messages, pictures etc.
• Invite them to meet up
39. Digital Footprints
• What goes online stays online
• What would a future employer think?
• How much time are you online?
25 per cent of
employers have
reportedly rejected job
candidates after
looking at their
Facebook page.
Sister Maria Jesus Galan was expelled from her
convent after spending too much time on
Facebook
40. “
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is
noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure,
whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable— if
anything is excellent or praiseworthy— “
think *(blog, tweet, post) about such things.
Philippians 4:8
*okay so I added that bit…
Editor's Notes
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The Generation Y, or the Millennials, are said to be dependent on digital technology. The start of this generation is marked by those born in 1982, or graduated high school in 2000. The end is far less clear, and can range anywhere from 1994 to 2003. It is in this generation that mobile phones, PCs and portable entertainment devices became affordable and readily available when the Gen Y-ers were in their teens or early 20s.The ‘missing’ generation in our churches.iGeneration or Generation Z are modern children, born from somewhere in the second half of the 1990s to the present. In the early- to mid-2010s, the yet-to-exist generation after this will be born.
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The ‘missing’ generation in our churches – is online!
49% of the UK population are on facebookBirmingham is ranked #7 in the country for facebook use75% of the Birmingham population has a Facebook account. – That’s 793,540 people out of 1,060,693
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Why do people go online – and use social networks?
Mark Zuckerberg was asked – “How can I create an online community”
So how can we help our church communities do what they want to do by using social media?
The statistics are clear: they're online. They’re on Facebook, on Twitter, checking their emails and browsing the web. In fact, one in three Brits spend between two and three hours a day using Facebook on their smartphones. We always talk about the missing generation being the 20s-30s in our churches, but it's not just young people who are online - the thirty-plus demographic now represents almost half of all UK Facebook users.Many church leaders and the more traditional among us may be wary of Facebook and other social media sites, and you have every right to be – if not used properly and with full consideration of various risks you could find yourself in deep water. HOWEVER, the benefits of getting yourself and your church or organisation up-and-running online outweigh the possible pitfalls by a million miles.Take yourself outside your church walls for a moment. If you had just moved to the area or just became a Christian and were looking to attend a place of worship, how would you go about starting your search? Chances are, you would search the web for ‘churches in Leeds/London/Lancaster’, and if your church doesn’t have an active website or a presence on social media then this person will pass you by. This isn’t about trying to get more people to your place of worship, or to your organisation, or to your point of view - it’s about giving them a CHOICE. Everyone expresses their love and adoration for God in a different way, and it’s our responsibility to let people know that whatever their various beliefs they will be accepted into your community.
You can use Facebook as a communications hub. Create a public page or smaller closed group for your church and youth group to keep parents informed, distribute materials for using at home or permission slips and share photos or videos from churchactivities or trips. Anyone can like a page on Facebook, and young people who do will see updates in their News Feed. Groups, on the other hand, allow you to limit membership to only those you approve. You can also email all the members of a group.Facebook PagesLike a friend's profile, Facebook Pages enable public figures, businesses, organizations and other entities to create an authentic and public presence on Facebook. Unlike your profile, Facebook Pages are visible to everyone on the internet by default. You, and every person on Facebook, can connect with these Pages by becoming a fan and then receive their updates in your News Feed and interact with them.Authenticity is at the core of Facebook. Just as profiles should represent real people and real names, so too should Pages for entities. Only the official representatives of a public figure, business or organization should create a Facebook Page.
Facebook GroupsWhile Pages were designed to be the official profiles for entities, such as celebrities, brands or businesses, Facebook Groups are the place for small group communication and for people to share their common interests and express their opinion. Groups allow people to come together around a common cause, issue or activity to organize, express objectives, discuss issues, post photos and share related content.When you create a group, you can decide whether to make it publicly available for anyone to join, require administrator approval for members to join or keep it private and by invitation only. Like with Pages, new posts by a group are included in the News Feeds of its members and members can interact and share with one another from the group.Both personal and professionalMaintaining a page or group is also a great way to establish a presence as a church leader without blurring the line between your personal and professional lives. You can interact with parents, young people and church colleagues via your page or group, called something like “St John’s Church” Again, be sure to understand and comply with your church social media policies.
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It’s important to remember that the same people who Tweet about their consumer experiences will often be the very same people who tweet about their church experiences – both good and bad.
Stephen Fry – Twitter… I’m sure he’s trying to be Oscar Wilde!How many friends/followers do we have? makes us feel like mini celebrities with online entourages waiting to react to our every status update/tweet !
A new study released by ExactTarget finds consumers who are active on Twitter are three times more likely to impact a brand’s online reputation through syndicated Tweets, blog posts, articles and product reviews than the average consumer. Here’s how that breaks down:While the information is focused on these tweeting consumer habits, the correlation between tweeting about a company/brand and a local church is very similar. In both instances, the experience determines why they’d tweet about either entity.In the survey above, it’s worth noting that of the 13 ‘reason to Twitter’ the top 8 – over half the list – are because of a benefit to the consumer. In church speak, this means that the person is interested in what you’re doing and is motivated to tweet about you. The implication for churches is to have a constantly updated, useful Twitter feed(s) so they can follow and discover benefits for themselves.
Focus your Twitter use for communicating general church information. Stay on target. This should ensure the widest audience of followers interested in your church and reduce stress around what should be your next post.2. Use Twitter as one part of your overall social media presence. Besides Twitter, you should have a web site, blog and Facebook fan page. Your tweets – 140-character status updates – are teasers into your web site, blog, or fan page.3. Brand your Twitter page to match your church website.The standard Twitter background screams “newbie.” Pay close attention to your profile photo, bio, and background. Twitter, FaceBook and your webpage should all look like they belong together.4. Connect with your followers through # tags (called “hashtags“). A hashtag is a keyword that your followers can track – like: “#metrocalvary”. As other users and other posts include this keyword/hashtag, it makes searching for related info easy.5. Be social! Retweet or reply to tweets. The more you participate, the more your follower base will grow. A follower who retweets your tweet can exponentially grow your follower base. Especially if that follower has more fans than you have.6. Mix up your tweets. Just posting announcements will get boring. Try throwing in a picture. Retweet a positive comment from a member. Post a question for everyone to answer. Post a short message from the Priest in Charge. Keeping things focused, but lively will keep your presence fresh and show some personality.7. Keep a metered, steady flow. You can use third-party applications such as Hootsuite or Tweetdeck, or just a calendar reminder to schedule your updates. The ideal situation is daily, but 2 or 3 times a week is OK too.8. Reach out to bloggers in your church that are on Twitter. Engaging members that are already active online will help you build new relationships and quickly gain momentum. Remember #4!9. Give and it shall be given unto you. In your “thanks for following me” message, include links to your sermon podcast, your resources page on your website (bulletin PDF downloads, sermon note PDFs, etc), or your blog. This will help build and inform your follower base.10. Keep your tweets positive and to the point (you only have 140 characters, after all). The twitterverse has a limited attention span. You should use a different solution for prayer requests and keep it light – focus on practical info and encouragement. If you are linking to longer blog posts with lots of detail, be sure you boil down the info to give your twitter posts enough value to stand on it’s own. If every tweet is just a link to a longer piece, you will lose your followers fast.
Picture Firstly, Jade has a picture of herself on her profile, which is really common. But if we look closer what can you see?
The answer is that we can see Jade’s school badge. This is personal information. Someone could do an internet search for school emblems or school uniforms and find out where Jade goes to school. They would then know where she will be most weekdays at around 3.30. They would be able to recognise who she is by the photos on her profile. A picture could say a lot more than you realise.
Address Jade has put her address and postcode up on her profile; do you think this is risky? With information like an address, it’s not hard to find someone. By entering someone’s postcode into Google maps, we can see Jade’s house on a map and if we wanted to, we could go there. Even though having your postcode on your profile doesn’t seem that risky, finding someone by using this is a lot easier than you think.
Photo AlbumHave a look at this photo album cover Jade has on her profile; do you think this is risky? From the look of the album cover, these photos might be a bit inappropriate to have on her profile; especially if she has friends on her list that she doesn’t know in the real world or trust. It’s also worth thinking about what pictures you have of your friends in your albums. Do they know that you have posted them and would they be happy for these to be online?
GPSThere is a new function online now that uses location based services; you can usually spot these by a button that says, ‘where am I?’ What do you think this is? There are various companies that now give GPS tracking as part of their product; you can get it on some social networking sites and on some mobiles. If this is enabled on your device, then other contacts can see exactly where you are on a map. Pretty scary if you have contacts that you don’t know in the real world. Would you want them all to know exactly where you are?
WallThis person wants to meet up with Jade and she doesn’t know them in the real world. If you do want to meet up with people that you first met online, it makes sense to protect yourself, particularly if you are meeting them for the first time. Go to a busy public place, where other people will be around to protect you if necessary. Take an adult you trust with you to check the person is who they say they are. Let people know where you are and when you plan to be back.
Let’s take a look at the current privacy settings section on facebook. It’s accessed from the home menu at the top right hand side of the facebook interface.Control Your Default PrivacyThis setting will apply to status updates and photos you post to your timeline from a Facebook app that doesn't have the inline audience selector, like Facebook for Blackberry.
To help explain what sort of information is controlled – here’s what the old privacy settings view looked like.
Inline privacy allows you to choose who sees any post you make on facebook
Keeping private things privateIf you do decide to use Facebook pages or groups to engage with your congregation, be sure to customise your privacy settings so that they reflect the amount of information you want to share with people who know you from church. As you review your settings, you can click the Preview My Profile button on your privacy settings page to see how your page looks to most people on Facebook.You can also set an example of safe behaviour by being careful about what you share online.