Using The Story of the Messiah to Proclaim The Gospel
'What will you tell the world about Jesus Christ - the Messiah?'
Every organization that strives to proclaim the Gospel - Christian schools, churches, international mission groups and religious broadcasters - must ask itself this important question.
The Story of the Messiah is a unique history of the life of Jesus Christ, available as a dramatic audio presentation or as a beautifully illustrated companion book. This resource, which is available in multiple languages, can be used by every group that is dedicated to proclaiming the Gospel to people of all ages.
To experience the program and learn how it can be used by your organization, please visit the Messiah Story website at http://www.messiahstory.com. There are special tools for:
- Christian Schools, Parochial Schools & Home Schools
- Church and Church-Related Organizations
- International Mission Groups
- Religious Broadcasters
In addition to organization-specific tools and programs, there are multiple and flexible levels of support. There is also a specially designed website link package that includes a Revenue Sharing Affiliate Program (RSAP).
Visit www.messiahstory.com and begin the "journey through the sacred events."
THE STORY OF THE MESSIAH
The Story of the Messiah weaves the Bible's Gospels into a single, unique history of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, from birth to crucifixion to resurrection. This educational, entertaining and inspirational story can be enjoyed as a dramatic audio presentation or as a beautifully illustrated companion book. The program, which has been translated into multiple languages, fulfills a basic objective to help students better understand and appreciate the life of Jesus Christ.
An experience: The Story of the Messiah is not just a story - it's an experience. Visit www.messiahstory.com to hear audio clips of the program, view excerpts from the book and preview the accompanying study guides.
Why it's unique: The Story of the Messiah combines the significant events from the four Gospels into a single, chronological overview of the life of Jesus Christ that is easy to understand.
The story form: An old man tells the story of Jesus Christ to his young friend. Their dialogue reveals helpful historical information that brings to life the characters and events of the Holy Bible.
The format: The Story of the Messiah is available in audio format (CD or downloadable MP3), with a companion book and study guide.
The purpose: The Story of the Messiah is designed to help the listener or reader understand and appreciate the life of Jesus Christ. Saint Peter wrote, "As we know Jesus better, his divine power gives us everything we need for living a godly life." (2 Peter 1.3 NLT)
The audience: The simple and engaging format of The Story of the Messiah makes it accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds.
About the Audio Version
The audio version of The Story of the Messiah includes captivating dialogue between the old man and his young friend. Twenty-seven other voices with an original music score enhance the dialogue. The audio version consists of 28 episodes, each 15 minutes long, recorded on six CDs. Individual episodes or the entire story can also be downloaded in MP3 format.
About the Study Guide
A study guide is available to help listeners and readers understand and remember the story and the significant incidents that form the foundation of the Christian faith. This guide is intended for use by small groups and classes for all ages.
CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, PAROCHIAL SCHOOLS & HOME SCHOOLS
USING THE STORY OF THE MESSIAH IN SCHOOLS
The audio and print versions of The Story of the Messiah are ideal for Parochial Schools, Christian Schools and home school environments.
Curricula or Ancillary: The audio and print versions can be used as a formal course or as ancillary material for individual or group studies.
Multi-age and Multi-grade Use: The course materials can be used with any age or grade, from pre-school through college.
Individuals or Small Groups: The audio and print versions are suitable for individual or group studies.
Various Media Platforms: The Story of the Messiah is available in audio and print versions. The program is also available on various media platforms, including podcast, Internet broadcasting and MP3 downloads.
Educational Resources: A study guide is available and can be downloaded without cost. Other resources are available to create special study programs using the audio programs.
Custom Distribution: Schools have the flexibility of selecting the media as well as the distribution system that will best serve their need: print, audio CD or digital audio.
Special Pricing: Formal schools as well as home schools have the opportunity to obtain special pricing for print, audio programs and digital distribution.
Revenue Sharing: By linking to the Messiah Story website, schools may participate in a Revenue Sharing Affiliate Program (RSAP). This program allows qualified schools to receive a 20 percent charitable contribution for all products purchased by visitors referred by the school.
The Story of the Messiah is more than a course of instruction; the story also provides an experience that will permit the student to come to know Jesus Christ better.
CHURCH AND CHURCH-RELATED ORGANIZATIONS
USING THE STORY OF THE MESSIAH IN THE CHURCH CHRISTIAN EDUCATION PROGRAM
The audio and print versions of The Story of the Messiah are ideal for church-based Christian education.
Curricula or Ancillary: The audio and print versions can be used as a formal course or as ancillary material for individual or group studies.
Multi-age and Multi-grade Use: The course materials can be used with any age or grade, from pre-school through college.
Individuals or Small Groups: The audio and print versions are suitable for individual or group studies.
Various Media Platforms: The Story of the Messiah is available in audio and print versions. The program is also available on various media platforms, including Podcast, Internet broadcasting and MP3 downloads.
Custom Distribution: Church CE departments have the flexibility of selecting the media as well as the distribution system that will best serve their need: print, audio CD or digital audio.
Revenue Sharing: By linking to the Messiah Story website, churches may participate in a Revenue Sharing Affiliate Program (RSAP). This program allows qualified churches to receive a 20 percent charitable contributions for all products purchased by visitors referred by the church.
The Story of the Messiah is more than a course of instruction; the story also provides an experience that will permit the congregation to come to know Jesus Christ better.
USING THE STORY OF THE MESSIAH IN INTERNATIONAL MISSION PROJECTS
Churches that sponsor or participate in international mission projects around the world have access to translated versions of the program.
Multiple Language Versions: The Story of the Messiah is available on Internet broadcasting sites in English, Mandarin, Romanian and Russian. A Spanish version of the program is expected to be available in December 2007.
Solar Powered MP3 Player: The complete programs are available in four separate languages on the MegaVoice Ambassador - a solar powered hand-held audio player. This device can be used in a wide variety of situations including prison, orphanage and small group ministries.
INTERNATIONAL MISSION ORGANIZATIONS
USING THE STORY OF THE MESSIAH IN INTERNATIONAL MISSION ORGANIZATIONS
The audio versions of The Story of the Messiah are ideal for international mission organizations. Both missions staff and volunteers can use the program for personal enrichment and for ministry in other countries. Each translation of the program has been carefully produced to be culturally relevant.
Multiple Language Versions: The Story of the Messiah is available on Internet broadcasting sites in English, Mandarin, Romanian and Russian. A Spanish version of the program is expected to be available in December 2007.
Solar Powered MP3 Player: The complete programs are available in four separate languages on the MegaVoice Ambassador - a solar powered hand-held audio player. This device can be used in a wide variety of situations including prison, orphanage and small group ministries.
Individuals or Small Groups: The audio and print versions are suitable for individual or group studies.
Revenue Sharing: By linking to the Messiah Story website, mission organizations may participate in a Revenue Sharing Affiliate Program (RSAP). This program allows qualified mission organizations to receive a 20 percent charitable contributions for all products purchased by visitors referred by the organization.
The Story of the Messiah is a resource that will enhance the ministry of any international mission organization.
RELIGIOUS BROADCASTERS
USING THE STORY OF THE MESSIAH ON CHRISTIAN RADIO (AM/FM) AND OTHER BROADCAST STATIONS
The audio versions of The Story of the Messiah are available to religious broadcasters for use in programming, or to generate revenue sharing by broadcasting spot announcements that refer listeners to the Messiah Story website.
Broadcasting: There are 28 episodes that are 15 minutes in duration. Broadcasters are able to download MP3 versions of the program from a dedicated FTP server.
Flexible Segments: An alternate version of the program is available in 7.5 minute episodes - a total of 56 episodes.
Listener Supported Stations: The programs are available to listener supported broadcast stations without charge. These broadcast stations will be enrolled in the Revenue Sharing Affiliate Program (RSAP).
Commercial Stations: Broadcasters who sell airtime may not have the ability to schedule broadcasts of the program; however, these broadcasters may be able to provide free spot announcements as a consideration for participation in the RSAP.
Flexible Audio Promotions: 'The Annex" audio studio will provide a variety of spot announcements that will be available to broadcasters.
Revenue Sharing: By directing listeners to the Messiah Story website, broadcasters may participate in the RSAP, thereby receiving shared revenue of 20 percent for all products purchased by visitors referred by the broadcast station.
The Story of the Messiah is not only a unique broadcasting resource; it also provides the benefit of revenue sharing to the broadcast stations.
INTERNET RADIO
USING THE STORY OF THE MESSIAH ON INTERNET RADIO
The Story of the Messiah will be available around the world, 24 hours a day, via Internet radio through the following websites:
Christian websites in the appropriate languages will be encouraged to provide links to the above websites.
Program Distribution: Mission and church organizations that minister in countries where the languages are spoken can refer people in those countries to the appropriate website.
Future Program Development: In the future, it is anticipated that MP3 downloads of the programs will be available for international distribution.
Solar Powered MP3 Player: The complete programs are available in four separate languages on the MegaVoice Ambassador - a solar powered hand-held audio player. This device can be used in a wide variety of situations including prison, orphanage and small group ministries. The cost of the audio player is $35 per unit, plus shipping.
The Story of the Messiah will be made freely available via Internet radio to all organizations that desire to use the programs in connection with their evangelism and disciple making efforts.
LINKING TO WWW.MESSIAHSTORY.COM
USING The Story of the Messiah TO GENERATE REVENUE FOR YOUR ORGANIZATION
Any Christian website can enjoy the revenue sharing benefits of linking to the Messiah Story website. By participating in the Revenue Sharing Affiliate Program (RSAP), qualified organizations receive a 20 percent charitable contribution or shared revenue for all products purchased by visitors referred by the organization's website.
RELIGIOUS MAGAZINE PUBLISHERS
USING THE STORY OF THE MESSIAH IN RELIGIOUS MAGAZINES
Christian magazine publishers can promote the audio and print versions of The Story of the Messiah by providing impartial reviews of the program. In addition, by providing free advertising space in the magazine, publishers qualify for the Revenue Sharing Affiliate Program (RSAP).
Revenue Sharing: By directing readers to the Messiah Story website, publishers receive shared revenue of 20 percent for all products purchased by visitors referred by the publisher.
