Restore Tech Podcast - Trailer

Beginning in 2018 we will be publishing a Monthly Tech Podcast!

We want to provide tech leaders & volunteers with answers to technical questions and provide a sense of community with tech servants in the church.

Text your tech questions to:
831.244.0333
or email:
staff@restoreconference.com

2017 -- Tech Team Round Table

In this workshop, we’ll be answering some common questions related to church tech and creativity. If you have a question you want answered text it to (831)244-0333

Workshop Speakers: Riley Manzo, Chaz Celaya, Bernhard Klingenberg, and Sparky Northup

2017 -- Truck & Trailer: The Relationship Between Bass and Drums

Truck & Trailer: The Relationship Between Bass and Drums.

Workshop Speakers: Sam Miles and Joel Jurekovic

2017 -- Worship Leadership

Worship Leadership.

Workshop Speaker: Scott Cunningham

2017 -- The Keyboard's Pallet of Tones

In this workshop, we want to explore the sounds available to us once we venture past the “Piano 1” setting on our keyboard. We will broaden our tonal palette by looking at (and listening to) the myriad of options available to us, from classic vintage sounds to modern synths and FX.

Workshop Speaker: Chaz Celaya

2017 -- Building Blocks to Becoming a Better Bass Player

Building Blocks to Becoming a Better Bass Player

Workshop Speaker: Joel Jurekovic

2017 -- 10 Steps to Becoming a Better Drummer

In this workshop, we’ll be looking at 10 easy steps to help unlock new creativity into a role which carries a lot of responsibility musically and also spiritually. These steps will help you think more broadly regardless of what your church setting looks like.

Workshop Speaker: Sam Miles

2017 -- Songwriting Perseverance

Songwriting Perseverance.

Workshop Speaker: Madison Cunningham

2017 -- Acoustic Guitar Tools

Acoustic Guitar Tools.

Workshop Speaker: Scott Cunningham

2017 -- For the Brand New Worship Leaders

The Christian life is full of different seasons and each one brings new challenges, but God is faithful to provide abilities, resources, and boldness. This workshop is for those who are either new in their calling as a worship leader or are considering that calling. Austin has been leading worship for 3 years. After starting in youth ministry he went through a rapid progression to college and adult services. He now is the Worship Leader for Refuge, a church plant in Salinas, CA.

Workshop Speaker: Austin Kim

2017 -- Mixing Techniques for Live and Studio Sessions

Whether you are running sound for a worship service or are recording a song, mixing is an essential practice of creatively shaping each instrument to best serve the song. Though everybody’s personal preference is different, a mixing engineer still needs to understand EQ, Compression, and Effects and how they can be used. We will do a basic overview of each of these tools, and then practice together on a pre-recorded song.

Workshop Speaker: Josh Lewis

2017 -- 5 Things to Know before beginning a Film Ministry

In recent years, there has been an explosion of visual media. Things like YouTube, Snapchat, or Facebook have utilized video to revolutionize the way we receive information. So what does this mean for the church? Do we hop on board and utilize video for the kingdom of God? If so, how would we begin to do that? In this workshop, we'll discuss 5 things to consider before taking the plunge into Video Ministry.

Workshop Speaker: Riley Manzo

2017 -- Worship Ministry Planning & Organization

Planning and Organization play a major part in the health of your team and the strength of your ministry. Brenton will share techniques on choosing song lists, managing volunteers, and planning dynamic services that apply to churches large and small.

Workshop Speaker: Pastor Brenton Collyer

2017 -- Growing Your Church's Web Presence

The internet has expanded rapidly over the past 10-15 years. Information about anything is available instantaneously. We as churches latched onto the internet age quickly but have struggle to keep up with it. Web technologies advance and design trends change every year and paying someone to update your website every year is not always practical. In this workshop we will go over some basic questions to ask yourself about your church’s website to better solidify its purpose and how it is being used. Along with some current design trends and practices.

Workshop Speaker: Bernhard Klingenberg

2017 -- Maintaining Your Health in Ministry

So many in ministry neglect the foundation of their personal lives for ministry. Learn from a 45-year veteran how to stay pure, balanced, and fresh in ministry

Workshop Speaker: Pastor Geoff Buck

2017 -- Should your Church use Social Media

In an ever changing culture, we have a new platform to reach our congregation and the community God has placed us in a new way by using social media. This workshop is to show you how to use social media in a practical and easy way that works best for your churches. We will talk about how to apply different sources to the demographic of your church and different tools to create a new way to communicate to the community around you.

Workshop Speaker: Sarah Sendejas

2017 -- The Creative Tension: Pushing Boundaries vs. Honoring God

As creatives, we all love that God was the original Creator. It's an aspect of God that compels us to create! But what happens when our creative endeavors become more of a weight than a joy? When they become more about what we make rather than who we're making it for? If you've asked those questions, then you're not alone. In this workshop, we'll be discussing varying aspects of the creative process while looking for ways for us to honor God - not our platform.

Workshop Speaker: Riley Manzo

2017 -- Training Volunteers

Leading a volunteer team is one of the largest and most challenging roles of a Worship Leader. Brenton will share insights on recruiting and training new volunteers, developing current volunteers, and caring for your team.

Workshop Speaker: Pastor Brenton Collyer

2017 -- How to Record a Song in Under an Hour

The song is written, and all of your creativity is flowing. It is time to hit record. This workshop is for anyone who wants to learn how to capture audio so they can share their songs with others. While the goal is not to rush a recording project, this workshop is intended to diffuse any myths about the difficulty of recording. This fast-paced session will cover the basics of how to manage a recording project and the techniques involved in getting the sound you want.

Workshop Speaker: Josh Lewis

2017 -- Live Streaming

We are living in the digital age. Content is readily available to us whenever we want. Live streaming is becoming more affordable and easy for anyone to do. How can we as the church learn to consume information and redeem it for the Lord. In this workshop I will go over the basics of live streaming, how it works, ways to live stream, and the benefits and drawbacks.

Workshop Speaker: Bernhard Klingenberg