If you only do one thing today...

pause for a moment and join production members in silence and...

Become Radically Rested Today

Are you...

  • Needing a Moment of Fresh Air?
  • Experiencing Burnout?
  • Facing Technical & Personal Challenges?
  • Struggling to Delegate & Build Teams?

"Minutes of Silence" is a core step in our Holistic Pathways, where you can find rest and recovery wherever you are and whenever you need. 

Silence will transform your life if you let it. It can be intimating to start, so start with us, where there is community and support.

We invite you into this journey with us, to lay down your struggles, and find rest for your ears, eyes, & soul.  

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What It's Like

  1. Join the Zoom link.
  2. Brief opening prayer.
  3. 9.5 minutes of silence (There will be a verse on the shared screen. You can also connect with God through a positive memory, imagining yourself in a peaceful place, repeating a peaceful word, or anything else you find helpful. The verse provided is a guide.)
  4. Closing prayer.
  5. Transition in peace.

Things to Know

  • Mute devices, sit down, take a few deep breaths, and settle into silence.
  • Meditate on the chosen verse, find a positive memory, or picture yourself in a peaceful place.
  • Close your eyes, hand your stresses to Jesus, and be open and attentive.
  • When you become distracted, express grace to yourself, and recenter in the love of God.
  • Try and be somewhere quiet.
  • If silence is too much for you, please message publicly or privately, and we will have someone available to talk with you.
  • Join slightly before the start time if you can, as it will be EXACTLY 10 minutes.
  • Come and go as you need to.
  • This space is for YOU to connect with God and to be reminded you are not alone.

Why Silence and Rest?

  • "Guard your steps as you go to the house of God, and approach to listen rather than to offer the sacrifice of fools; for they do not know that they are doing evil. Do not be quick with your mouth or impulsive in thought to bring up a matter in the presence of God. For God is in heaven and you are on the earth; therefore let your words be few. For the dream comes through much effort, and the voice of a fool through many words." - Ecclesiastes 5:1-3 (NASB)
  • “Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” - Matthew 11:28
  • “Rest in the Lord and wait patiently for Him” - Psalm 37:7a
  • “One hand full of rest is better than two fists full of labor and striving after wind.” - Ecclesiastes 4:6
  • “And God blessed the seventh day and declared it holy, because it was the day when he rested from all his work of creation.” - Genesis 2:3
  • “Jesus was sleeping at the back of the boat with his head on a cushion.” - Mark 4:38a
  • “On the seventh day God had finished his work of creation, so he rested from all his work.” - Genesis 2:2
  • “We know it is ready because of the place in the Scriptures where it mentions the seventh day: “On the seventh day God rested from all his work.” - Hebrews 4:4
  • “For all who have entered into God’s rest have rested from their labors, just as God did after creating the world.” - Hebrews 4:10
  • “For this is what the Lord God, the Holy One of Israel, has said: ‘In repentance and rest you will be saved, In quietness and trust is your strength.’” - Isaiah 30:15

Paid 10 Minutes Breaks Are Legal

"Federal law does not require lunch or coffee breaks. However, when employers do offer short breaks (usually lasting about 5 to 20 minutes), federal law considers the breaks as compensable work hours that would be included in the sum of hours worked during the workweek and considered in determining if overtime was worked. Unauthorized extensions of authorized work breaks need not be counted as hours worked when the employer has expressly and unambiguously communicated to the employee that the authorized break may only last for a specific length of time, that any extension of the break is contrary to the employer's rules, and any extension of the break will be punished." - https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/workhours/breaks 

"Rest periods of short duration, usually 20 minutes or less, are common in industry (and promote the efficiency of the employee) and are customarily paid for as working time. These short periods must be counted as hours worked." - https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fact-sheets/22-flsa-hours-worked 

- https://www.postercompliance.com/blog/breaks-and-meals-by-state/ 

We Develop Community, Resources, & Opportunity So Production Members Can Live Rested, Skilled, & Sustainable Lives

Begin your pathway today

PEOPLE

With hundreds of millions of views, thousands of events, global travel, and thousands of hours of experience; LA native Connor Lott is a passionate servant of Jesus Christ, missionary with Sowers International, and Production Professional who noticed a gap in the United States and has launched an initiative to solve it. It is bigger than him, the advisory board, a group or organization...it can only be solved, TOGETHER.

Join us and help transform the current & future generations of people, content, and culture!

WHO:

4.4 to 5.5 million Aspiring Underserved Youth: 

  • (fatherless, in poverty, or both) are likely to engage in music, art, video production, design, creative management, or similar creative fields. They need mentorship and opporutnities to thrive.

Uncountable Missional Techs:

  • Volunteer, Need-Based, & Cause-Based Production Members are running the majority of local productions. They are undertrained, overworked, & risking burnout.

322,840+ 
Professional Production Technicians:

  • Running all major productions, many of which are all in major cities, therefore dealing with competition and a lack of sustainability.

PRODUCTION MEMBERS:

Whether you are, know, work with, employ, or want to be a production member, these people create all the content and events that the normal person enjoys on a daily basis. Roles such as audio, video, lighting, & management to name a few, yet they are often overlooked...

WHAT

There are 6.5+ Million Audio/Video spaces

across the US between businesses, nonprofits, churches, schools, and government buildings.

There is a National Production Gap

Is this an opportunity?

WHEN, WHERE, & WHY

NOW is the time to solve this gap, that's why together we are choosing to:

Develop community, resources, and opportunity, online & in-person, for production members to connect with partners and services to live rested, skilled, and sustainable lives.

HOW: Holistic Apprenticeship Pathways

The Process: We embrace, equip, and empower production members through holistic pathways, providing services such as:

Current Contacts

Please note: these are not agreed upon partners, but contacts we have spoken with.

IMPACT

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Jordan Orme - Video Editor

"I've had the pleasure of meeting and praying with Connor consistently. His zeal and love for the Lord is clearly evident. He is quick to gently share knowledge and resources that have helped him through his walk and has ministered to me greatly. I know he will be a force for God's Kingdom!"

Get Involved!

Whether you're an individual or organization, there is a space for you to contribute and make a difference!

Step 1: Join & Gain Free Access

EMBRACE: Rest & Recovery

Free

Welcome! Whether you are, know, work with, employ, are served by, or want to be a production member, please join this community! We need YOU and your presence, as well as we’d be blessed by your encouragement, job opportunities, networking, help, and more; whatever you bring here. This is made free by the generosity of others, we hope you find these resources and community a core part of finding rest for your soul. We are here to support and walk with you to heal and recover, providing the space for you to be equipped, and then to empower others holistically.
  • Enjoy access to all content
  • Track Progress
  • Easily Download Content & Resources

EQUIP: Become More Skilled & Caring

$5.00 per month

Thank you for helping equip those who are being Embraced! For doing so, we offer extra support and invite you to be a part of helping develop resources for those being embraced and equipped.
  • *Not tax-deductible (Use sower.onlinegiving.org for a receipt)
  • Enjoy access to all content
  • Track Progress
  • Easily Download Content & Resources
  • New Content Early Access

EMPOWER: Sustainability & Impact

$20.00 per month

Thank you for helping embrace & equip this community by choosing to Empower with us! Your collaboration is vital for the transformation of communities.
  • *Not tax-deductible (Use sower.onlinegiving.org for a receipt)
  • Enjoy access to all content
  • Track Progress
  • Easily Download Content & Resources
  • New Content Early Access
  • Discount codes for events & products

Step 2: Download the App!

To engage with this community, enjoy the resources, and be first to join an opporunity, bring this webiste directly into your phone.

Step 3: Start A Pathway

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Production Members

Problem: Production Members are at risk of burnout, technical & personal challenges, and struggling to stay sustainable and continue positive impact.

  • Solution: Resources and Apprenticeship Pathways invite Production Members a consolidated “go to” place to meet all of their needs holistically. We curate the best resources and organizations we find so you don’t have to get overwhelmed or hit research fatigue. It can be daunting to see all that’s out there.

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    Organizations

    Problem: Organizations, such as Non-Profit & For-Profit companies, hit hurdles such as limited resources, limited teams, and overwhelming demands.

  • Solution: We curate resources and a network to alleviate the strain on teams and programming. Find what’s right for you and integrate into your company culture. We also provide training, workshops, and available for hands on impact.

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    Partners

    Problem: There are competing nonprofits and causes that are amazing, but sometimes funding is uncertain about how it is used.

  • Solution: Through our transparent giving and collaborative effort, we are not just impacting one community, but many, alleviating the strain on any single organization. We prioritize the highest needs and contribute where we can through partnerships, sponsorships, and generosity.

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    Three Sections in a Row

    EMBRACE

    Problem: Audio Technicians often serve everyone else before they can serve themselves.

  • Solution: Receive support through mental health services, soul care, group silence, prayers & meditations, and many more. We look forward to serving you, begin receiving today!

    Learn More

    EQUIP

    Problem: Struggling with technical challenges? Having a hard time with a volunteer or leadership?

  • Solution: Technical & Personal resources will quickly alleviate current and future challenges, providing greater enjoyment and peace of mind. Start learning today!

    Learn More

    EMPOWER

    Problem: Are you a part of a small team? Working or volunteering every event?

  • Solution: Collaborate with us to host an audio student to both learn what you do, and alleviate your full schedule. Empower others, and soon you’ll be empowered!

    Learn More
    Three Sections in a Row

    1. Resource Pathways:

    Individual & Group Free

  • Technical Training Health Resources Crisis & Emergency Hotlines Financial Literacy Spiritual Exploration

    Learn More

    2. Workshops & Cohorts:

    In-Person & Remote Paid & Unpaid

  • Group Facilitation One-On-One Coaching Hands on Training Technical Evaluation Consulting

    Learn More

    3. Apprenticeship Program:

    In-Person (Quarterly - 3 Years) Paid & Unpaid

  • Spiritual Integration Mental Health Support Live & Studio Experience Event & Project Production Cooking, Nutrition, & Fitness Training Being Mentored & Mentoring Others Travel

    Learn More

    Begin The Journey

    "You cannot give what you do not possess. You can only give what you do possess." - Pete Scazzero

    Ready to deepen in your spiritual journey?

    Begin the Spiritual Exploration Pathway Today!

    More Spiritual Resources:

    The Good News!

    Knowing God: Read the Gospel of John

    Reading the Bible: Bible Gateway

    Listening to the Bible: Bible.is - Faith Comes By Hearing & Streetlights Bible

    Understanding the Bible: The Bible Project

    Spiritual Practices: Practicing the Way

    Emotionally Healthy Spirituality: Emotionally Healthy Discipleship

    Ready to deepen your physical journey?

    More Physical Recommendations:

    Sleep Tips

    • No screen time an hour before bed
    • Pray the compline prayer
    • Use a body pillow
    • Stretch before bed
    • Elevate your feet

    Water

    • Men: About 15.5 cups (3.7 liters) of fluids a day. 7-8 bottles of water.
    • Women: About 11.5 cups (2.7 liters) of fluids a day. That would be about 5-6 bottles of water for women.

    Nutrition

    Clothing

    • Have a half worn basket, shelf, or drawer. You have clean clothes, dirty clothes, and a half worn space keep clothes off the floor. 

    Fitness

    Health Insurance:

    Ready to deepen your safety journey?

    Ready to deepen your relational journey?

    More Love & Belongingness Resources:

    Community:

    Relational Tools:

    Ready to deepen your professional journey?

    More Professional Resources:

    Skill Building:

    Self Development:

    Self-actualization goes beyond self-esteem, focusing on reaching your full potential, living authentically, and finding meaning.

    Generosity - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6zls_4DoKIykoOl71P4PIMfuUes_K1pq&si=DknF9_fMHe8LS9KW 

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    Get Involved!

    Empower Others Today!

    PRAY

    If you believe in prayer empowerment, please join us in these requests:

    1. For protection over this initiative.
    2. For the right people to resonate with and join this initiative.
    3. For favor and success in all we set our energy towards.

    Join the Prayer Team

    SERVE

    Where Would You Like To Empower Others?

    IMMEDIATE NEEDS

    • Utilize this platform and notify us of improvements.
    • Engage opportunities such as silence.
    • Connect us with people who need support.
    • Join this initiative as a partner to meet the need.

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    APPRENTICESHIP SUPPORT

    • Mental Health Professionals
    • Production Members
    • Culinary Experts
    • Performing Arts
    • Sports
    • Academia
    • Group Facilitation

    INVEST

    Your gift is not to us, it's an investment THROUGH us.

    Your generosity directly embraces, equips, and empowers those who need it most.

    Sowers International is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, ensuring your contributions are tax-deductible.

    When giving, please select the "CONNOR LOTT INITIATIVES" fund at sower.onlinegiving.org.

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