Your visual presentation is essentially a “teaser” to set the stage for a more personal interaction with the congregation. A carefully thought out, well-written presentation can say exactly what it should in four minutes. This REQUIRES preparing a script. Everything you do should tie into that central theme.

The next step is to write a brief story outline: the introduction, the body, and the conclusion. Another way to look at it is as a storyteller, and to define the what makes a good story. You can break up every good story into three parts: setup, conflict and resolution. When we start talking about regular missionary update videos or missionary vlogging, this will be a crucial part of your process in coming up with new content.  Practice by picking any movie, book, or story and identify the setup, conflict and resolution.

SETUP – Jack and Jill went up the hill to fetch a pail of
water
CONFLICT – Jack fell down and broke his crown
RESOLUTION – And Jill came tumbling after

Next create a script and video log with two columns. The first column is where you’ll insert your script. The second column is where you’ll add notes and the file names of video clips that correspond to the lines in your script.

EXAMPLE:

Suggested topics for a Deputation Missionary (major on raising support and the need to get to the field)

Country of Service
Culture Highlights
Population Information
Political Situation
Religious Statistics
People Groups
Family
Introduce Members
Sending Church & Pastor
Identify Yourself with the BBFI
Show Location Within the Country
Ministry
Missionary or Church You Will Work With
History of BBFI in the Country/Areas of Opportunity for Service
Your Goals for Your First Term
Closing
Request for Prayer
Target Date for Leaving
Need for Support

Suggested topics for a Furlough Missionary (major on giving a report and project needs)

Country of service
Country Scenes
Political Situation
Population, People Groups, Statistics / Maps
Spiritual Need in the Country
Other Religions
Interesting Beliefs
Traditional Beliefs
Their Need for the Truth
Family 
Kids’ Schooling
Family Activities
Cultural Adaptations
Ministry
Different Aspects of your Ministry
Family Involved in the Ministry
Meeting the Spiritual Need
Share Results – Maybe a Story
Closing
Request for Prayer or Help with Certain Projects
Challenge for More Help (if needed)

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