TECHNICAL ARTS MINISTRIES
Technical Arts is one of the fastest growing departments within the Worship & Arts Ministry. Over thirty technicians coordinate their schedules to design and operate sound, lights, Presentation Graphics and video for regular weekend services and special events.

Sound/Audio Ministry: Our sound technicians are responsible for sound reinforcement; that is, making sure that everyone can hear what is being said, sung, or played on stage or in the audience. We have a vast array of microphones, both wired and wireless, that are used for different applications. There are plenty of knobs to turn and buttons to press and knowing which one, when and how much requires skill and patience. We have set up the Audio Tech area with all the necessary tools and structure to make it easier and user-friendly. 2008 will be an exciting year for the sound technicians as FBC is overhauling its current sound system with brand new speakers for the auditorium, upgrading to a digital board and adding Aviom in-ear monitors. The sound crew is also responsible for producing quality sound for all worship services, musicals, choir, bands,  concerts and dramas. They specialize in sound check procedures and “getting the Mud out of the Mix.”

Lighting Ministry: Lighting operators control the house and stage lighting. They help control the focus of each element during a service, drama, or musical. We have a ton of lighting fixtures and a programmable control board to operate them all. We also have a few intelligent lighting fixtures that are used for special effects. We are in the process of designing a lighting system for our chapel that will introduce dynamic lighting for services and events in this venue. The Lighting Ministry group is involved with all services, musical productions, and concerts at the church. The Christmas and Easter Productions as well as two annual Children's Musicals provide just a few of the events that involve this ministry.

Presentation Graphics/Video Ministry: Our Presentation Graphics/Video ministry is responsible for what gets put up on the two rear-projection screens in the sanctuary. The techs that operate our Presentation Graphics/Video have one of the most demanding jobs in the tech booth. They have to pay attention to every word sung and spoken, in order to synchronize the slides with what they hear. We have two new projectors and a seamless switcher to transition from one source to another. Our sources include DVD, VCD, SVCD, VHS, SVHS, Satellite, Broadcast TV and multiple computer inputs. We have a 3-CCD Mini DV Video Camera and a small non-linear editing suite to make our own videos.

Come Join Us
If you are intrigued by this ministry, we would like to hear from you. Our techs usually serve one full weekend a month:  Saturday evening, Sunday morning and a quarterly evening meeting to get us all together, focused and moving in the same direction. We will gladly help train you in whatever area you are interested in and will have you sit in the second seat, next to experienced operators, before putting you out on your own. Our techs have wonderful hearts to serve and help teach others their craft. Those interested in connecting through service with this team should make contact with Karen Nowlan through the Worship & Arts Office at ext. 109 or via email.

USHERS MINISTRY
More than fifty Ushers of FBC pride themselves in offering friendly, warm hospitality and service. This ministry exists to assist and serve worshippers during FBC corporate weekend services by performing such tasks as greeting people as they enter the auditorium, distributing Worship Folders, help individuals find seats, receive the offerings and serving the communion elements. Our multiple venues each week require a great number of ushers, and this team is always looking for those called by God to join the effort.

Come Join Us
Those interested connecting through service with this team should make contact with Karen Nowlan through the Worship & Arts Ministry Office at ext. 109 or via email.