The Bridge website and current culture

Captain's Log, Stardate 06.20.2007

My friend Ruth (ChristianFictionQueen) sent me this announcement about a new website she's involved in:

WorldofCM.com Announces Re-Launch and Name Change
Site Enters New Phase with New Writers and Coverage as The Bridge

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Chris D. Unthank, editor and owner of WorldofCM.com, is proud to announce the re-launching and name change for the popular site. Effective immediately, WorldofCM.com will now be called The Bridge ( http://www.thebridgelive.net) in order to effectively reflect the site's new content and focus.

In addition to focusing on contemporary Christian music, The Bridge will now feature an all encompassing look at Christianity and the arts – showcasing even more topics such as movies, television, books & literature, pop culture, Christians in mainstream culture, and much more.

"I've been at this for a very long time," mentioned Chris Unthank. "I started this site over 10 years ago on a little Geocities site and eventually developed it into what it is today. As I got older, my ideas about how Christians were to engage culture also changed, and the site needed to reflect that."

In addition to a re-launch and name change, the site is also welcoming three new writers in addition to Unthank and current staff-writer Leah Lowrance.

Ruth Anderson will be joining the site as the Books & Literature Editor. She will be contributing all content regarding Christian fiction, Christian literature, and additional writing from Christians, in addition to author interviews for the site. Ruth is a member of the Middle Tennessee Christian Writers, and she is currently working on her first novel.

Jeff Relyea is joining the staff as the Hard Music & Hip Hop Editor. Jeff will be focusing on all reviews that fall under the hard music and hip hop umbrella. He has extensive knowledge in both areas of music and adds a unique voice to the site.

Greg Webb will be joining the site as the Mass Media Editor. Greg will be focusing his attention on all areas of pop culture, movies, and television. Greg is no stranger to the Christian music industry through his many years with CMCentral.com and About Christian Music.

Leah Lowrance will continue to write the monthly devotional and do additional reviewing and interviewing for the site. She is the Christianity & Culture Editor.

"Words can not express how grateful I am to have these people in my life," mentioned Chris. "Ruth, Jeff, Greg, and Leah all bring extensive knowledge to this site, and I'm excited for our future together."

The new site went live today and features writing from all five staff members. If you have any questions regarding the new site or would like to find out information on how to be featured on The Bridge – email chris@thebridgelive.net.

More information can be found at http://www.thebridgelive.net.

Camy here: The Bridge sounds totally cool! I like the intersection of media (books and music) with culture, because I try to make my novels an intersection of books and culture.

From working with my church youth group for so many years, it's very obvious to me that today's generation of teens and young adults is very embedded in the current culture. It's the nature of the times, I think. Today's youth cannot make an impact without understanding and moving within the culture.

That brings up challenges for those of us supporting them or trying to reach them. We have to equip them with methods to help them reach their peers, but also help them to keep Christ first even as they immerse themselves in the current culture, so they can act as missionaries to their own friends and families. We cannot ignore the fact that this generation needs to work within the culture in order to reach people.

Sorry, got on my soapbox for a moment. Anyway, check out the new website!

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Unknown said…

Thank you SOOOO much for posting about The Bridge, Camy!

Fri Jun 22, 04:28:00 AM 2007

No Cold Bums toilet seat cover

Captain's Log, Stardate 08.22.2008 I actually wrote out my pattern! I was getting a lot of hits on my infamous toilet seat cover , and I wanted to make a new one with “improvements,” so I paid attention and wrote things down as I made the new one. This was originally based off the Potty Mouth toilet cover , but I altered it to fit over the seat instead of the lid. Yarn: any worsted weight yarn, about 120 yards (this is a really tight number, I used exactly 118 yards. My suggestion is to make sure you have about 130 yards.) I suggest using acrylic yarn because you’re going to be washing this often. Needle: I used US 8, but you can use whatever needle size is recommended by the yarn you’re using. Gauge: Not that important. Mine was 4 sts/1 inch in garter stitch. 6 buttons (I used some leftover shell buttons I had in my stash) tapestry needle Crochet hook (optional) Cover: Using a provisional cast on, cast on 12 stitches. Work in garter st until liner measures

「戌年」連載小説第10章

キャミー・タング著「戌年」連載小説プロのドッグトレーナーであるマリ・ムトウは、厄年を迎えている。犬小屋と訓練所の改築をしながら、いつも不服そうにしている家族と同居することになった。母と姉に言わせれば、犬の毛とよだれかけにまみれる仕事は、家族にとって恥ずべきものだという。彼女は元カレを説得し、数ヶ月間犬を預かってもらうことにした。しかし、彼の兄は、数週間前に彼女が誤って車に追突した、怒り狂ったセキュリティ専門家であることが判明する。アシュウィン・ケイトウは十分な問題を抱えている。叔母が玄関先に現れ、同居を希望している。彼は彼女にすべてを借りているので、断ることができません。母親が家を出て行った後、ネルおばさんはアシュウィンと弟を引き取り、愛のあるキリスト教の家庭で育てた。しかも、弟のダスティもアパートを追い出され、居場所を求めている。しかし、彼は犬を飼っている。そして、その犬の飼い主は誰だと思いますか？しかし、旧友でオアフ島のノースショアでデイスパを経営する私立探偵のエディサ・ゲレロから依頼を受ける。マリの施設で奇妙な破壊行為があり、3年前に失踪したエディサの妹の財布を発見する。エディサはマリが危険な目に遭っているのではと心配する。警備の専門家であるアシュウィンがすでにマリを知っていることを知ったエディサは、忙しい若い女性を密かに監視することを彼に依頼する。アシュウィンは、活発でのんびりとしたドッグトレーナーに不本意ながら惹かれていく。彼女は、幸せそうな母親を思い出させる。その母親の裏切りによって、彼は人と距離を置くようになったのだ。マリは、アシュウィンの冷たい外見を見抜き、彼が家族に忠実な男であることを認める。彼は、彼女のキャリア選択を批判するだけの母親や姉とは違う。マリのバラバラな家庭とアシュウィンのバラバラな家庭の中で、過去を隠そうとする人たちから、彼らの周りに危険が迫ってくるようになる。彼らは、影で動く秘密に光を当てることができるのか？過去に発表されたパートへのリンクはこちら。 *** 第10章 - 赤いブーゲンビリアの低木「マリ、ごめんなさい。」マリは、答え機でラナの後悔に満ちた声を聞いて、犬の餌の袋を落としそうになった。「あなたのこの犬の施設の計画に、私が最も支援的ではなかったことを知っ

Psalm 139:14

Dear God, Thank You for the comfort and joy this verse brings! You created me personally and made me exactly how I am. You have made me beautiful and wonderful, and my soul longs for you. Amen 親愛なる神よ、この聖句がもたらす慰めと喜びに感謝します！あなたは私を個人的に創造し、私のありのままの姿を造ってくださいました。あなたは私を美しく、素晴らしいものとしてくださり、私の魂はあなたを待ち望んでいます。アーメン

Join Camy's brand-new Patreon!

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Toilet seat cover

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Lady Wynwood #7 early release Kickstarter

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Tabi socks, part deux

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Mansfield Park on Masterpiece

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