A/G Enters New Partnership with Barna Group

By Pauline J. Chang, Christian Post Reporter Tuesday, April 19, 2005

The Assemblies of God headquarters entered a partnership with the Barna Group and the Gospel Publishing House, according to an announcement Monday.

"This is an incredible opportunity for our churches, missionaries and ministries," says Arlyn Pember, director of GPH. "A single video clip can cost hundreds of dollars, but through this partnership, BarnaFilms will offer it's membership for just $39.95 per month [normally $59.95] or $999 for a Lifetime Membership [normally $1,500]."

"Even at the regular prices, this offer is an unbelievable deal," adds J.T. Wray, GPH marketing director. "Subscribing churches will have unlimited download access to over 10,000 superb video clips and 5,000 high-resolution still images."

According to the release, the new partnerships would enable A/G churches and affiliated ministries to gain access to millions of dollars worth of high-quality video clips as well as new software, customer service, tech support and upgrades.

"Our research shows that most churches are still using PowerPoint to play their visual media," said George Barna, director of the Barna Group. "To enhance the process, we have arranged for every subscriber to receive a free copy of an excellent media presentation software package -- Sunday Plus. [It] includes the software, customer service, tech support and upgrades. That, alone, normally costs hundreds of dollars."

The first 200 A/G churches or ministries that call to simply inquire about the new partnership will also receive a 61-CD set of ¡°The Tyndale Bible ALIVE Audio Bible, NLT". The offer is good through Tuesday, April 26, 2005, or while supplies last.

To learn more about the partnership, call 1-800-550-7040.