Nothing gets me more jazzed than a great purchase that alters my ministry effectiveness. Let me share the latest you need to consider…
#1 Black Baud Accounting Software
Multi-Site Accounting is CRAZINESS!!!! Black Baud is not the most “known” church software out there, but they have developed accounting genius for us at Brand New Church. Nothing flashy, just pure results.
#2 Epson Projectors
In five years the projector has CHANGED…yes I know Christie is the bomb, but not compatible for every budget. You can buy an Epson projector for pennies; and with the correct audience lighting you can get more than you ever imagined. The picture below is three of them kicking it in an 1100 seat auditorium.
#3 iPhone 4s 
Yes, it is the bomb! I have accomplished more via email and text to church members than ever in just 5 days. Often, I say to myself, “I should email them and say great job.” It just takes time. Now I can dictate it to Siri and she completes it for me almost flawlessly. iCloud is revolutionary as well for tracking and storing all of your messages, music and photos.
#4 Ozonics (For Hunters Only)
Best scent control product ever! Yes, successful hunting makes me a better minister!
#5 Spotify
This app will change the way you do MUSIC. You can listen to virtually any song, or album on planet earth. For $9 a month you can create playlist, and keep about 500 songs on your device when you are not connected. This is great for walk-in music, invitations, youth events, lobby energy and much more.
Share your best purchases that have enhanced your ministry…
Charles Revis says,
Brandon, you are the Ubertechie of the Sticks. Good list and helpful advice. Thanks.
Don’t forget to check out http://www.huntinggpsmaps.com for an excellent plug in map for your hunting gps.
It’s low-tech, but recently have gotten a lot of mileage out of Dropbox. It’s great for sharing big files that are impossible to email. Great place to back up critical files that you need to access while on the road, too.
Blessing to you, friend.
on 02 November 2011 / 2:16 PM
Kody Bybee says,
Shannon,
Could you tell me what Epson projectors you use?
Thanks!
Kody
on 18 January 2012 / 12:57 PM
Shannon O'Dell says,
email ian@brandnewchurch.com he will hook you up!
on 19 January 2012 / 7:05 AM