Be honest.

Do you ever get the feeling that Jesus would never choose to hang out in the places we’ve built for him? Do you ever feel like Jesus’ message of radical love, mercy and forgiveness has been drowned out by the voices of judgment, condemnation, and stagnant ritualistic religion? Do you ever get the sense that the church was never meant to be about helping itself, but about helping the world? Do you ever get the nagging feeling that Jesus never intended the church to be comfortable and controlled, but instead an untamable movement that challenges the way things have always been done? Have you ever longed to be a part of a community that isn’t afraid to experience God in new and creative ways? (Yeah, us too.)

Tuesday, December 29, 2009

vision

the greenroom's vision:
To be a growing and compelling movement that positively impacts the artistic community of Ann Arbor and beyond by serving, loving and experiencing God in new and imaginative ways, while at the same time challenging one another to “walk as Jesus walked”.
(1 John 6:2)

Monday, December 28, 2009

mission

the greenroom's mission:
To be a creative force for the Creator God.

Monday, December 21, 2009

12

I know it’s been a while since I’ve blogged, but let’s just say it’s been busy few months.
As you may know, the greenroom doesn’t officially launch until the fall of 2010, but God has been supernaturally shaping and directing this movement in ways that, honestly, sometimes makes it hard to keep up. So in honor of the “12 days of Christmas” I wanted to fill you in on 12 exciting things that have been happening behind the scenes regarding the greenroom.

1. We’ve already had two strategic “greenroom gatherings” consisting of a small group of leaders dedicated to using there abilities and influence for this new kind of Jesus movement.
2. We’ve established a gathering place; “Studio 4” which is a night club located in downtown Ann Arbor (more about this unconventional gathering place in the days to come).
3. We’ve been in high level meetings regarding partnership and sponsorship with churches, companies and individuals.
4. We’ve had highly productive conversations with church and civic leaders from in and around Ann Arbor on how we can work together to find ways of combining our gifts and resources for a greater impact.
5. We are currently in the process of putting together a recording for a “prayer walk” scheduled for the Easter season.
6. We are in the process of designing a website that will be creative, easy to navigate and communicates God’s mission and vision for the greenroom.
7. The Greenroom has already put into motion some creative ways to attract and utilize some of the most gifted artists in the country.
8. We’re developing the creation of 5 video teasers illustrating and promoting the greenroom's vision and mission.
9. We’ve had many generous individuals donating their time and resources, including computers, graphic designs, meeting spaces, etc.
10. We’ve started the process of obtaining a 501c3 (non profit status).
11. In the very near future, those who feel led to give monetarily to the greenroom and its mission will have the opportunity through the River Community Church website. (therivercc.net)
12. We’ve been invited to be a guest on an internet radio program on January 15th highlighting the unique and revolutionary way that God is choosing to reach the artist community in Ann Arbor. Check out this site for more information. http://www.blogtalkradio.com/alexmcmanus/2010/01/15/imn-central--scott-denise-crownovers--church-plant

Have a wonderful Christmas, and an incredible New Year!