Episode 018 – May 7 2008

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This week Martin and Sallie reveal the results of the inaugural WELSTech listener contest. Our listeners shared some great free software tools, and we give a mini-tour of several of the titles submitted. Listen to hear if you are the winner of a 1 GB thumb drive.

The discussion:

  • WELSTech ContestTop Free Software Tools Listener Contest – Martin and Sallie explore ten of the user software submissions (6:40) and pick a winner in the listener contest (43:45). Listen to see if you are the winner and contact us at [email protected] to claim your prize!

The tidbits:

  • This week’s picks (43:45)
  • WELS.net feature (50:45)
    • Fifth Pew from the Front – Video Bible study series
      • www.fifthpew.com
      • Watch on Streams
  • Community feedback (53:23)
    • Pastor Stephen Daley from St. John’s in Riga, MI shared information on his many uses of Linux and Open Source software
    • Pastor Tim Wagner from Abiding Peace in Elgin, IL suggested we dedicate a podcast to the technology of MIDI music
    • Dr. Jim Grunwald of Martin Luther College suggested we enhance our show notes with time markers to make the audio content easier to index. Check out the new time stamps in today’s show notes, and let us know what you think.
  • Of interest (57:25)
    • Upcoming streamed services from MLC and WLS

The featured artist:

  • This week we close with the music of contemporary WELS band Koine (www.koinemusic.com) – Now Rest Beneath Night’s Shadow from their Koine II CD (58:53)

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Episode 017 – Apr 30 2008

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This week Martin and Sallie are joined by guest host Gail Potratz, a WELS teacher from New London, WI. We’ll explore classroom podcasting ideas which allow students to share their faith with a global audience. We also wrap up our interview with Gonzalo Delgadillo on the exciting Internet outreach in which he is involved.

The discussion:

  • Gail PotratzClassroom Podcasting – Gail Potratz, Technology Coordinator for Emanuel Lutheran Growth and Learning Center in New London, WI, joins the WELSTech conversation to discuss a fun podcasting project the students at Emanuel are producing – Devotions for Kids, by Kids. We are excited to announce that Gail will be joining us each month as a guest host on the WELSTech Podcast to share her ideas about technology as it applies particularly to the classroom ministry.
    • Monthly Emanuel Kids Devotion
    • Garage Band
    • Audacity
    • WebTools4U2Use > Audio & Podcasting
    • Apple > Podcasting in Education Video Series

The interview:

  • Internet Outreach – In the second part of our interview with Gonzalo Delgadillo, Director of Spanish Publications for WELS Multi-Language Publications, we hear some exciting stories of real people being reached with God’s saving Word via the Internet. Gonzalo discusses the technology behind the online Bible classes and worship he is conducting.

The tidbits:

The featured artist:

  • This week we close with the piano music of Dawn Gelhlar – Beautiful Savior with Canon in D from her Inspirations CD

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Episode 016 – Apr 23 2008

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Joining Martin and Sallie on the show this week is Jeremy Bakken from the Youth Discipleship office.  The show focus is Internet evangelism, with lots of resources and ideas to assist the electronic outreach efforts of your congregation or school.

The discussion:

  • Internet Evangelism Day – April 27th has been designated Internet Evangelism Day.  Today we explore Internet evangelism tips, including several WELS resources that can assist you in sharing the gospel message via the Internet.

The interview:

  • Gonzalo DelgadilloInternet Outreach – Martin and Sallie are joined by Gonzalo Delgadillo, Director of Spanish Publications for WELS Multi-Language Publications, to learn about the exciting multi-continent Internet-based outreach opportunities that Gonzalo is spearheading.

The tidbits:

  • This week’s picks
  • WELS.net feature
    • KidsConnection.tv
  • Of interest
    • Japan 50th Anniversary Worship Celebration – Live on streams.wels.net
      • April 29, 2008
      • 9:00 p.m. Central
    • WELSTech ContestWELSTech Listener Contest
  • Community feedback

The featured artist:

  • This week we close with the music of Wisconsin Lutheran College’s Revelation music ministry (www.revelationwlc.com) – Roll the Stone Away from their We Walk By Faith CD

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Episode 015 – Apr 16 2008

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This week Martin and Sallie share information on free Linux-based operating systems and software solutions which may be used in school computer labs.

The interview:

The tidbits:

The featured artist:

  • This week we close with the music of Michael Schroeder (www.michaelschroeder.com) – John 3:16 from his CD titled A Witness

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Episode 014 – Apr 9 2008

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This week Martin and Sallie explore all avenues of search including specialized Internet searches, search engine optimization, and turning your Internet searches into dollars for your church or school.

The discussion:

  • Search – We’ve dedicated this show to all things search. Listen as Martin and Sallie share tips on taking your search capabilities to the next level. We cover everything from searches for kids to searching for images, from search engine optimization tips to setting up automatic search notifications. Martin even throws in some lagniappe about one of his favorite authors along the way.

The interview:

  • GoodSearch.comGoodSearch – JJ Ramberg, co-founder of GoodSearch.com, joins Martin and Sallie to share information on the history of GoodSearch and how the service can benefit your charitable organization.

The tidbits:

The featured artist:

  • This week we close with the music of Mike Westendorf (www.mikewestendorf.com) – Cling from his Run Boy Run CD

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Episode 013 – Apr 2 2008

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This week Martin and Sallie discuss tools for producing Flash video for the web and interview Missionary Rob Siirila about the use of video conferencing for distance learning. There’s also an exciting announcement about a new WELSTech listener contest.

The discussion:

  • Flash video – The emerging leader for Internet video delivery is Flash. Martin and Sallie share resources to get listeners started producing Flash video for their congregation’s web site.

The interview:

  • Missionary SiirilaVideo conferencing – Martin and Sallie had the opportunity to virtually circumvent the globe and talk with Missionary Rob Siirila about the exciting distance learning work being done via Internet video conferencing at Asia Lutheran Seminary in Hong Kong.

The tidbits:

The featured artist:

  • In His Service, a trumpet and piano duet of WELS performers Dr. Patricia Backhaus and Valerie Floeter, perform Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow from their fourth CD In Our Hearts – www.adagioconcepts.com

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Episode 012 – Mar 26 2008

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This week Martin and Sallie share information on Web 2.0 and how it can be used to further ministry efforts.  They also interview MLC Prof. Dave Pelzl on SMARTBoards.

The discussion:

  • Web 2.0 – The past 3 years have seen dramatic changes in the ability of anyone to self-publish via the Internet, often times using free tools. Martin and Sallie discuss the impact of the “Read/Write Web” and share some cautions as well as opportunities which these new tools provide, especially in terms of ministry.
    • Video documentary on Web 2.0  changes – The Machine is Us/ing Us
    • Promoting Digital Equity with Web 2.0 and Open Source from The Infinite Thinking Machine blog – Includes links to their picks for your “Digital Tool Box” in areas of productivity, keyboarding, editing digital images, and graphic organization
    • Explore the nominees and vote for your favorite Web 2.0 applications from Webware

The interview:

  • Dave PelzlDave PelzlSMARTBoards – MLC mathematics professor Dave Pelzl joins Martin and Sallie to share information on the interactive white board product, SMARTBoard, including its usefulness in the K-12 classroom setting.  Prof. Pelzl will be presenting SMARTBoard training at this summer’s School Leadership Conference.
    • SMART Technologies – www.smarttech.com
    • WELS SMARTBoard resources & pricing – www.wels.net/jump/smartboard
    • Demonstration video of the SMARTBoard in action
    • 2008 WELS National School Leadership Conference
      • June 16-19, 2008 – Waukesha, WI
      • www.wels.net/jump/leaderconf

The tidbits:

  • This week’s picks
  • WELS.net feature
    • Inspire royalty-free photos and art – www.wels.net/inspire
  • Of interest
    • WELS Web Streaming – www.wels.net/jump/webstreaming

The featured artist:

  • Revelation, a music ministry of Wisconsin Lutheran College, performs You are the God from their CD Led By The Light – www.revelationwlc.com

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Episode 011 – Mar 19 2008

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This week Martin and Sallie discuss the topic of Internet safety and finish up their interview with Christian counselor Paul Mavrogeorge on battling Internet pornography.

The discussion:

  • Internet safety – Proper use of the Internet is an area which we need to be proactive in training children so that they recognize and avoid potentially harmful situations.  Martin and Sallie share excellent resources which parents and teachers can use to learn about the dangers and educate children on safety measures they should adopt.

The interview:

  • Paul MavrogeorgeBattling Internet Pornography – Martin and Sallie are joined once again by Christian counselor Paul Mavrogeorge as he offers some practical tips for recognizing and fighting an addiction to Internet pornography

The tidbits:

  • This week’s picks
  • WELS.net feature
  • Of interest
    • Online registration now available for The National Conference on Worship, Music & the Arts
  • Community feedback
    • Listener Gail Potratz of Emanuel in New London, WI requests information on creating Flash video for the web

The featured artist:

  • WELS contemporary Christian musician Kevin Loersch singing Amazing Grace from his CD Abide With Me – web.mac.com/kloersch

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Episode 010 – Mar 12 2008

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This week Martin and Sallie discuss the steps for publishing your own ministry podcast and interview Christian counselor Paul Mavrogeorge concerning the “secret” Internet sin of pornography.

The discussion:

  • Publishing a podcast – Martin and Sallie demystify the world of RSS, enclosure tags and iTunes during today’s discussion on podcasting. Learn why you might consider podcasting and how you can “feed” souls through the use of this technology.

The interview:

  • CoverBattling Internet Pornography – Christian counselor Paul Mavrogeorge joins Martin and Sallie for a frank discussion on the prevalence of Internet pornography and how Christians can battle this “secret” sin.

The tidbits:

  • This week’s picks
  • WELS.net feature
    • Streams online media network – streams.wels.net
  • Of interest
    • Parents Crosslink chat – Dealing with bullies and bullying
      • Tuesday, March 18 @ 7 p.m. CDT
      • www.wels.net/jump/chat
  • Community feedback
    • Listener Robert Smith recommends a Bible trivia web site – www.bibleq.net

The featured artist:

  • WELS singing artist WendySue Fluegge sings Weary from her CD, Everyday Christian – www.wendysue.com

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Episode 009 – Mar 5 2008

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This week Martin and Sallie are joined by Pastor Jon Schroeder to discuss the use of multi-media in worship.

The interview:

  • The National Conference on Worship Music and the ArtsMulti-media in worship – Martin and Sallie are joined by Pastor Jon Schroeder, Faith Lutheran Church, Sharpsburg, GA and presenter at this summer’s National Conference on Worship, Music & the Arts.  Listen as Pastor Schroeder shares his ideas about effective us of multi-media in the worship setting, including the concept that Less is More.

The tidbits:

The featured artist:

  • WELS contemporary praise band Koine sings From All that Dwell Below the Skies from their CD, Koine – www.koinemusic.com

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