He is as weird as he looks.
A few weeks ago, Jason suggested that people in our congregation text him if they have any questions about their faith. The response was overwhelming. We decided to try to answer some of these questions on video and put them out there for people to watch.
And that's how "Dear Jan" was born. (Jason + Dan = Jan)
The premise was simple: Take one of the questions that was asked, and answer it in our own, special way. This usually involves no preparation and lots of sarcasm. We've now done 17 videos, and will be shooting #18 today.
Here is yesterday's special "lightning round" video.
So far, we have had over 1,500 views. Is this because we are theological geniuses? Maybe. But probably not. We try to keep the videos short, relatable, and fun. We're still learning this stuff but it's a good time.
Our only equipment is an iPad, a location, a topic, and Lauren. I think what makes it work is that it is easily accessible, topics people are interested in, and our own brand of unfiltered, authentic weirdness. We show that God can be real and fun and make sense all at the same time.
We didn't go out and invent something new. We took what we already do, and just gave more people a chance to access it. It takes about 15 minutes a day.
And the amazing thing is, it's touching people. It's being used as Sunday School curriculum in Alabama. A soldier in Iraq sent us some of his questions to answer. People are starting to get this God stuff for the first time.
We have to know that people access information in new ways and we have to learn to speak their language. When you do, whole new realms of ministry open up to you.
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