Motion Detector Clears School

A science project made by an 11 year old boy caused an evacuation of an entire school in San Diego, CA. According to the Baltimore Sun, the project looked a lot like a bomb. Read the article here.

Are You Willing "To Save a Life"

How far would you go?
How much would you risk?
How hard would you fight...To Save A Life

This is the theme of the new indie film, "To Save a Life" coming to theaters (Selinsgrove Cinema Center for those of you in Central PA) January 22. I have seen the movie at a pre-release showing and think every teen, teacher, parent, pastor, youth worker, politician - anyone working with people - should go to see it. This life changing, thought provoking film is being touted as a "Christian" project, but, while it was produced by a faith based person/organization, there is nothing in the movie that should offend anyone. It is about a teenager who realizes that life is more important than status and more valuable than financial gain. In a day and age when we can immediately see hurting people around the world, (Donate to Haiti victims here) we need to open our eyes to the hurting people in our own community as well. The "To Save a Life" movie might encourage us to do just that.

You can see more information about the movie here, here and here.

Dieters Need to Find New Home

The headline reads: "Floor Caves Under Weight Watchers Weigh-in.
No one injured — but dieters might have extra motivation to shed pounds." Now I want you to know. . . I consider myself very overweight and understand the struggles that entails. However, you have to admit, this is funny!! You can see the entire MSNBC report here.

Tebow to Appear in Super Bowl Commercial

According to the USA Today, Tim Tebow will be the centerpiece of a commercial being aired during the Super Bowl. A portion of the announcement is below:

The former Florida quarterback and his mother will appear in a 30-second commercial during the Super Bowl next month. The Christian group Focus on the Family says the Tebows will share a personal story centering on the theme "Celebrate Family, Celebrate Life."

The group isn't releasing details, but the commercial is likely to be an anti-abortion message chronicling Pam Tebow's 1987 pregnancy. After getting sick during a mission trip to the Philippines, she ignored a recommendation by doctors to abort her fifth child and gave birth to Tim.

And Here is the link to the entire article.

Fun with Duct Tape

While I was researching some ideas for the affinity group I am going to lead in February, I came across this post that I thought some of my CRUX kids might be interested in. Check it out and let me know what you think. http://www.mitchross.com/blog/index.php?itemid=243

Jana Interviews Starfield

My wife, Jana, had the opportunity to interview Tim and Jon from Starfield at the conference we attended this weekend. Maybe you'll
hear it on her radio show - Get Real with Dave and Jana on WGRC. If
not, we'll put it on her website and Youtube.

Colt McCoy

Like him or dislike him, I appreciate what he has to say!

Mayor Twittered And Responds!

Cory Booker, Mayor of Newark, NJ, has a Twitter account. And, someone who "followed" him is sure glad. You need to read this CNN report about the mayor and his response from one of his constituents.

To Save a Life Movie Trailer

As promised, here is the "To Save a Life" movie trailer.

To Save a Life Movie

I was able to preview the new movie "To Save a Life" over the weekend. I will write a review soon, but today I don't have time. Suffice it to say, I think people everywhere should consider the themes in this movie. Here is what the movie is about . . .

TO SAVE A LIFE is the story of an all-American teen Jake Taylor, who seemingly has it all. After a childhood friend’s death, Jake’s world turns upside down, and he is forced to make a decision that could change his life forever. TO SAVE A LIFE is about making unexpected choices and sacrifices, while having the courage and determination to persevere against all odds.

TO SAVE A LIFE stars Randy Wayne (THE DUKES OF HAZZARD, FOREIGN EXCHANGE, THE LAST HURRAH), Deja Kreutzberg (CSI MIAMI, LAW AND ORDER, HOPE AND FAITH), Kim Hidalgo (BALL DON’T LIE, NEW ADVENTURES OF OLD CHRISTINE) and Sean Michael Afable (CHANNELS, AKEELAH AND THE BEE, PHIL OF FUTURE.)

Brian Baugh directed this project with the screenplay written by Jim Britts. Grammy winner Charlie Peacock is the music supervisor and Grammy, Emmy and Interactive Academy Award winning composers Christopher Lennertz and Timothy Wynn created the score.

I'll post the trailer soon.