And The Walls Came
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Dance Ministry Resource
Disciplines for Managing Ministry
The Lord of the Work
have opportunities to dance God’s Word anywhere.
Ministering outside of our churches can be very challenging at
times, but so rewarding afterwards.
To start off, your dance group must have been called by the
Lord to do such a job, because God is a God of order and He
will ordain your group to minister wherever He wants.
There are dance ministries that were created and anointed to
dance in the sanctuary only, and that is a wonderful gift!
Others are blessed with the job of ministering outside, and
some will do both; but the end result is the same: we are all
fulfilling the Great Commission, and there is no need to wish
for a different kind of ministry, or to get mad at the Pastor.
Devotional web site: www.inhisblessedsteps@yahoo.org Dance conferences instructor, staff writer for Company Keeper and author of the soon to be published
book “…and God has blessed us.”
GOD'S LAW, Copyright Law and The Liturgical Dancer
Part 3: Exceptions & Resources
for I wait for You."
(Psalm 25:21)
[making us to be fit and worthy and sufficient] as ministers and dispensers of a
new covenant [of salvation through Christ], not [ministers] of the letter (of legally
written code) but of the Spirit; for the code [of the Law] kills, but the [Holy] Spirit
makes alive. The last two parts of this series (Company Keepers February and
March 2007) have dealt with the letter and intent of the law of copyright. This part
offers a glimpse of the spirit behind the law and provides hope for many who have
been greatly convicted by the last two installments.
The law of God convicts us and causes us to see how utterly lost we would be
without the grace and mercies of God. The Holy Spirit makes us alive, enables us
to thrive and helps us with our weaknesses. Likewise, these exceptions to the
copyright law provide grace to all of us who desire to share with others the
wonderful things we have learned or experienced through the copyright work of
others. Three of the areas of grace examined in this article are: 1) Fair Use, 2)
Works in the Public Domain, and 3) The Worship Service Exemption. Additionally,
this article gives you references so you can begin your own deeper study of how
all of this impacts you and your ministries.
Father God, on behalf of every reader I pray that You: “Deal bountifully with Your
servant, That I [we] may live and keep Your word. Open my [our] eyes that I [we]
may see Wondrous things from Your law.” Psalm 119:17-18
more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice. Proverbs 21:2-3 (NKJV)
A. Fair Use
Fair Use is a doctrine (that has been made law) that says: although copyrighted material belongs to the owner of the copyright, there are
limited instances when it is fair for the public to use the material without having to formally request permission. Section 107 of the
Copyright Law of the United States reads as follows1:
§ 107. Limitations on exclusive rights: Fair use2
Notwithstanding the provisions of sections 106 and 106A, the fair use of a copyrighted work, including such use by reproduction in copies
or phonorecords or by any other means specified by that section, for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching
(including multiple copies for classroom use), scholarship, or research, is not an infringement of copyright. In determining whether the use
made of a work in any particular case is a fair use the factors to be considered shall include —
(1) the purpose and character of the use, including whether such use is of a commercial nature or is for nonprofit educational purposes;
(2) the nature of the copyrighted work;
(3) the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole; and
(4) the effect of the use upon the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work.
The fact that a work is unpublished shall not itself bar a finding of fair use if such finding is made upon consideration of all the above
factors.
For a fuller explanation and additional information on Fair Use, visit the U.S. Copyright Office website at www.copyright.gov. It contains the
full text of the Copyright Law, has a wealth of information and contains other explanatory publications.
B. Works In The Public Domain
Attorney Stephen Fishman in his book entitled The Copyright Handbook: How To Protect & Use Written Works (7th Ed.) defines works in
the public domain as follows:
Any work that is not protected by copyright is said to be in the public domain. This includes works in which 1) the copyright was lost, 2)
works in which the copyright expired and 3) works authored or owned by the federal government. 3) [It also includes works that their
authors have “donated” to the public domain.]
According to Fishman, the “Public domain means what it says – such works belong to the public as a whole. Anyone is free to use them
any way he/she wishes without asking anyone’s permission. And no one can ever obtain copyright protection for public domain material,
no matter how he/she transforms it. Everything published in the United States before 1923 is now in the public domain, freely available to
us all.” 4
For example, if you choreograph a piece to a song which: 1) the copyright was lost, 2) the copyright expired, 3) the work was authored or
owned by the federal government, 4) the author “donated” it the public domain or 5) it was published before 1923 then, you can video tape it
and sell the copies without concern that you are infringing on the copyright ownership of that song. The reason is, it belongs to the pubic
and everyone is free to enjoy it without need of seeking permission or paying a licensing fee.
NOTE: If you are unclear on this concept, I encourage you to read some of the resources listed below. It may also be extremely beneficial
for you to seek out and obtain competent counsel from an attorney or other professional with knowledge of Intellectual Property Law.
C. The Worship Service Exemption
Copyright law provides one specific “religious” worship service exception, where permission is not required. That exception is the
performance of copyrighted music within a worship service.
§ 110. Limitations on exclusive rights: Exemption of certain performances and displays
Notwithstanding the provisions of section 106, the following are not infringements of copyright:
(3) Performance of a nondramatic literary or musical work or of a dramatico-musical work of a religious nature, or display of a work, in the
course of services at a place of worship or other religious assembly;
For example, when the dance ministry or a dancer ministers and plays a song on a copyrighted CD or tape during a worship service (which
is to be distinguished from all other activities the church engages in), pursuant to section 110(3) of the US Copyright Law, then the
performance of that dance to the copyrighted song is specifically exempted. It does not require permission. If the choir sings a copyrighted
song and the dancers dance while the choir sings as part of a worship service, that performance is specifically exempted.
II. Resources
If you would like to read more on the subjects of copyright law, obtaining permission to use copyrighted materials and licensing music, try
the following resources:
The Copyright Handbook How to Protect & Use Written Works (7th Edition)
by Attorney Stephen Fishman
Kohn on Music Licensing (Second Edition)
by Al Kohn and Bob Kohn
Patry on Copyright
by William F. Patry
Author Law A-Z A Desktop Guide to Writers’ Rights & Responsibilities
by Sallie Randolph
Intellectual Property Law in Cyberspace
by G. Peter Albert, Jr. and Laff, Whitesel & Saret, Ltd.
Getting Permission: How To License & Clear Copyrighted Materials Online & Off
by Attorney Richard Stim
III. Organizational Contacts
You can contact the U.S. Copyright Office – www.copyright.gov for further information on Copyright or to request publications:
Copyright Law of the United States of America and Related Laws Contained in Title 17 of the United States Code Circular 92 and other
publications. Publications Section, LM-455, Copyright Office, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. 20559-6000; (202) 707- 5959.
For specific assistance with the use of church music, contact The Church Music Publishers Association: P.O. Box 158992, Nashville, TN
37215; 615-791-0273(p), 615-790-8847(f); www.cmpamusic.org
The two main Performance Rights Organizations to contact when doing a performance or recital (for television. Internet, etc) that requires
permission or a license for the use of music during that performance are listed below:
BMI: Entertainment Division, 10 Music Square East, Nashville, TN 37203; 800-925-845; www.bmi.com
[Note: BMI=s main office is 320 W. 57th Street, New York, NY 10019; 212-586-2000. However, Dance Groups are referred to the
Entertainment Division located in Tenn.]
ASCAP: Legal Services, One Lincoln Plaza, New York, NY 10023; 212-621-6000; www.ascap.com
If you are seeking to make copies, recordings, videos, etc., the organization that deals specifically with Mechanical Rights (the rights to the
actual sound recording) is:
The Harry Fox Agency: 711 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10017; 212-370-5330(p), 212-953-2384(f); www.harryfox.com
The Jerry B. Jenkins Christian Writers Guide: Toll Free 866-495-5177; www.christianwritersguild.com CWG Mission Statement - The
Christian Writers Guild exists to educate, train, and support writers who desire to promote a biblically based, Christian worldview.
The Sally E. Staurt, Christian Writers Market Guide: www.stuartmarket.com. Once in the site you can click on “Writers Link” for additional
Christian writers resources.
Everyday Scenarios
Several everyday scenarios regarding the use of copyright protected works is listed below.
DISCLAIMER – VERY IMPORTANT – DISCLAIMER
I know one of the main questions burning in the hearts of many people reading these articles is “Can we videotape our dance ministry
services and sell the videos?” Now, I am going to do what any attorney worth their weight in gold would do in this situation. I am going to
issue a blanket disclaimer. All information contained in this article, specifically all the information contained in the next few everyday
scenarios, is for general informational purposes only. It is not and should not be used as a substitute for legal counsel or legal advice. In
the words of William Patry: “If you require legal or other expert advice, you should seek the services of a competent attorney or other
professional.”
A. Making a Special CD Mix- I have three worship CDs I bought. I really like three songs on each disc. I want to make a special worship
mix with those nine songs – just for my personal listening enjoyment.
Q: Can I do that?
A: The general answer to this question is YES. You can act as your own DJ and make a special CD for your personal listening pleasure.
B. Sunday Morning Worship Service- As part of the Sunday morning worship service, the dancers dance as the CD song version of "No
Weapon” is played. The dance is done live in a place of worship and seen by the people in the congregation at that time.
Q: Does this fall into the Religious Services Exception to Copyright Law?
A: YES. This use falls into the Religious Services Exception of the copyright law. When you use copyrighted music as part of a live
worship service (regardless of location -- recognizing that many churches fellowship in schools and other buildings, etc.) they look
at the purpose of the service. The key is if it is part of a worship service. This service is to be distinguished from all of the other
activities the church group does.
C. Sunday Morning Worship Service -- Videotaped and Sold- The entire Sunday morning worship service is taped and the dance is
included on the videotape that will be sold.
Q: Can the church sale the video of the service that includes the dance without obtaining permission?
A: The specific answer that I give is this: If your church has legal counsel, then this is a matter they should research. They may consult
with others who have expertise in this area and provide the ministry with appropriate legal counsel for your specific situation.
The general answer that I give based on my personal reading and understanding of the laws as presented at the time of the writing of this
article is: This is a recording issue. Could it possibly fall into the Fair Use category or any other copyright exemption? Anything is possible.
Yet, generally, when making a recording for tape, video, etc., the law requires that permission be obtained. Generally, to obtain permission,
one would contact the publishers. Generally, depending on the specifics of the situation, permission may be granted free of charge or it
may require a license agreement and have a fee associated with the use. One can seek out competent legal counsel and one can also
contact the Harry Fox Agency (www.harryfox.com) regarding a more detailed response to this question.
D. Same Service -- Shown on Television as Part of Pre-Taped Church Broadcast- The same service from Example B is sent to the local
TV station (network and/or cable) and it is played on TV.
Q: Is this use covered through a blanket licensing agreement that the TV station may have for using music on their stations?
A: The specific answer that I give is this: If your church has legal counsel, then this is a matter they can research. They can consult with
others who have expertise in this area and provide the ministry with appropriate legal counsel for your specific situation.
The general answer that I give based on my personal reading and understanding of the laws as presented at the time of the writing of this
article is: The TV stations should have a license to cover this area. To be absolutely sure, one can seek out competent legal counsel and
one can contact the station to see if it is properly licensed. Generally, if you have received permission to include the dance on the videotape
that will be sent to the television station, you have done the part that is required of you.
E. Same Service -- Shown on Church’s Internet Site- The same service from Examples B & C is played on the Internet on the Church’s
Web Site.
Q: Is this permissible?
A: The specific answer that I give is this: If your church has legal counsel, then this is a matter they can research. They can consult with
others who may have expertise in this area and provide the ministry with appropriate legal counsel for your specific situation.
The general answer that I give based on my personal reading and understanding of the laws as presented at the time of the writing of this
article is: this is an area of the law (the application of existing Intellectual Property Laws to the ever evolving internet) that is constantly
changing. Generally, both BMI and ASCAP have Internet licenses that may be granted to the church to cover the music that will be played
over the churches web site. Generally, if it is a onetime event, one may only have to request permission and a license may not be required.
As with the other scenarios, these are decided on a case-by-case basis according to the situation and facts presented. One can seek out
competent legal counsel and log unto the web sites for BMI (www.bmi.com) and ASCAP (www.ascap.com) for more information on
obtaining an Internet license.
F. Church Choir Sings “No Weapon”, Dancers Dance and Service is Video-Taped
Q: Are they required to obtain permission when their church choir sings and they dance and that combination is taped for sale, TV or
Internet?
A: Generally speaking, the live performance during a worship service, falls within the section 110(3) of the US Copyright Law exemption
and does not require permission. Generally, any time a video or other recording is made, permission should be sought and obtained.
One can seek out competent and knowledgeable counsel from an attorney or other appropriate professional regarding the specifics
on your situation.
G. Church Dance Service- All the dances are to recorded music by an assortment of different artist. It is a church group but the function is
not held in a church because the church is too small, so it is held in a school or other large auditorium. It is a Dance Worship Service.
Tickets are not sold, but an offering is taken up. The dancers do not receive any money for dancing. A video is made [as a historical record
for the ministries archives] and sold to anyone who wants to buy it. The proceeds [if there are any] will go back into the dance ministry or to
the church.
Q: What must be done in this situation?
A: The specific answer that I give is this: If you are part of a church ministry that has legal counsel, then this is a matter they can
research. They can consult with others who may have expertise in this area and provide the ministry with appropriate legal counsel
for your situation. If you are not a part of a church, then you may also contact legal counsel. Most states have Attorney Bar Associations
that have Intellectual Property Law divisions. There are also National Bar Associations. You can contact them to find the names of
attorneys specializing in the area of law that you need and to obtain any materials that they may have published on this issue.
The general answer that I give based on my personal reading and understanding of the laws as presented at the time of the writing of this
article is: Obtain permission. Could it possibly fall into the Fair Use category or any other copyright exemption? Anything is possible. Yet,
generally, to do this, one would contact all of the appropriate copyright owners, performance rights organizations and publishers. It is
possible that this will probably not require a license. But every situation is different. Therefore, seek out competent and knowledgeable
counsel from an attorney or other appropriate professional.
Informed and Free
The main goal of this series of articles is to open our eyes to the laws of GOD and the laws of the land that impact us as liturgical dancers
and all who are God’s stewards in our various areas of ministry. Now that you have read the information, prayerfully consider it. If the Holy
Spirit pricks your heart – then you know there is an area that He wants to deal with you in. If He convicts you, He does not condemn you. He
will help you, forgive you, heal you and direct your path.
“Trust in the Lord with all of your heart and do not lean to your own understanding. In all of your ways [including the application of
applicable laws] acknowledge Him and He shall direct your paths.” (Proverbs 3:5-6)
There are several paths that He will take you on. Some will be gradual and others will be longer. But you will learn all He intends and He
will bring you to the expected place.
Remember, He who the Son makes free is free indeed. I declare that you are not bound because of the knowledge obtained. Rather, you
will be freer to go forth in the things and assignments that God places in your hands.
TIP OF THE MONTH
Tip #1 – The Earth is the LORD’S and the Fullness Thereof
* God granted the musicians, singers, producers, authors, writers and other people the abilities to create. He understands there are laws
of the land we have to abide by. If we ask, He will give us wisdom and godly counsel.
* The counsel and wisdom of the LORD will help us to serve as good stewards. Seeking out counsel from a multitude of counselors
[ministerial, legal and other professionals] will keep us safe (Proverbs 11:14). The LORD can grant us favor with man. He will give us
ideas on how we can make sure we abide by the existing laws [while remaining free from bondage].
Tip #2 – Always Remember: God’s Grace is Sufficient
* God is merciful. He forgives us when we seek forgiveness and repent. God is full of lovingkindness and tender mercies. He knows the
intents of our hearts. His grace is sufficient to help us and to sustain us.
* May the Holy Spirit of the Living God breathe upon all who were sharpened by the last two installments. May the Holy Spirit raise you up so
that you will walk according to the principles of God’s Word and abide by the laws of the land.
* He who the Son makes free is free indeed. The Holy Spirit will continue to liberate you from any bondage that may have taken place in the
past. "Now the Lord is the Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty." 2 Corinthians 3:17 (NKJV)
* Please know it is my sincere prayer that: The grace (favor and spiritual blessing) of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the
presence and fellowship (the communion and sharing together, and participation) in the Holy Spirit be with you all. Amen (so be it). 2 Corin.
13:14 (AMP)
Closing Prayer
1 17 U.S.C. §107(2003)
2 Ibid. Footnote #38 to Copyright Law - 38The Visual Artists Rights Act of 1990 amended section 107 by adding the reference to section
106A. Pub. L. No. 101-650, 104 Stat. 5089, 5132. In 1992, section 107 was also amended to add the last sentence. Pub. L. No. 102-492,
106 Stat. 3145. [Italics added by Cynthia Dempsey for emphasis]
3 Attorney Stephen Fishman, The Copyright Handbook: How To Protect & Use Written Works (7th Edition) page 2/4
4 Ibid.
and uses every gift and talent HE has given her to glorify and worship Him in spirit and in truth. She is married to Horace Dempsey and they have three precious
daughters. She serves as Christian Education Coordinator/Chapel Teacher at a private school; writes the yearly curriculum, teaches chapel weekly and in 2006
created an original Vacation Bible School Curriculum. She has been saved since she was a young girl and dancing since age four. She is an attorney and as
part of her practice, provides legal counsel and Godly wisdom to dance schools and companies, liturgical dance ministries, performing arts corporations and
other arts related individuals and organizations. She has more than 15 years liturgical dance experience as a minister of dance, choreographer, instructor of
youth, teens, and adults, and a workshop and seminar speaker. She is a member of the Jericho City of Praise (JCOP) under the anointed and prophetic
leadership of Apostle Betty P. Peebles, D.D., Senior Pastor. Cynthia serves as the JCOP Dance Ministry Administrator. She also serves on the Board of Directors
of two non-profit arts organizations.
Special Guest!
Minister Sabrina McKenzie (IDC Founder)
IDC California FREE Workshop
Host: IDC California Chapter
Faithful Trinity Church
535 N. Eucalyptus Ave - Inglewood, CA
email: danceroneheaven@yahoo.com
LVLDN 1st Anniversary Celebration!
Host: Las Vegas Liturgical Dance Network / IDC Nevada
Phone: (702) 481-9313
email: events@lvdancenetwork.com
website: www.lvdancenetwork.com
events listed below. Please be prayerful and led of the Lord when selecting and attending ministry gatherings.
Please contact event organizer with any questions or for more information regarding these events.
"Mount Up 2007 - All Rise for a Breath of Fresh Air"
Dance Min. Leaders, Supporters and Garment Ministers
Big Bear Lake, CA
website: www.stepsordered.com
Email: stepsbygod@sbcglobal.net
Phone: (323) 964-0973
April 12th - 14th
"The Power and Beauty of His Dance"
St. Maarten
Host: Minister Miranda Patterson
Email: mirandapatterson_332@hotmail.com
April 13th - 14th
"An Apostolic Prophetic Weekend Encounter"
Master Dance Class with Rev. Eyesha Marable!
Dunwoody, GA (Near Atlanta)
Host: Apostle Elizabeth Hairston
Email: aposprop@bellsouth.net
Phone: (770) 819-8120
April 20th - 21st
"UNMASK Before Him"
EXpress Your Worship - Los Angeles
Host: Dare to Dance, Inc.
website: www.daretodance.org
Email: info@daretodance.org
Phone: (813) 377-4177
May 26th - 27th
"A Weekend of Worship Workshops"
Host: Messianic Dance Camps International & Settel
International Ministries
Knott’s Berry Farm Hotel - Buena Park, CA
Website: www.mdci.info
Email: mindy@mdci.info
Phone: (661) 317-0435
June 1st - 2nd
"Come Away My Beloved" Into His Presence...
Worship / Liturgical Dance Retreat & Conference
Reisterstown, Maryland
Host: International Liturgical Dance Fellowship
website: www.ildf.org
July 6th - 7th
Touching Heaven, Changing Earth
777 Worship Conference & Celebration
Mississiauga, Ontario Canada
Toronto Congress Centre
Host: Worship in Motion
website: www.777worshipconference.org
July 6th - 7th
Dancers... Consecrated for His Presence
Thee Liturgical Dance Conference 2007
Compton, CA
Host: Dancers Array "N" Christian Evangelism
Phone (310) 639-2826
International Youth & Cultural Festival 2007
Nassau, Bahamas
Host: Creative Cultural Arts Agency
Website: www.cc-dn.org
Email: ccdn@reborn.com
Phone (242) 394-4776 or (251) 243-4380
July 13th - 15th
On One A-Chord
3rd Annual Bay Area
Liturgical Worship Arts Conference
Host: Passion For Worship Dance Company
& Ministries, Inc.
Website: www.passionforworshipdance.com
July 20th - 21st
One Body, One Spirit Dance Conference
Columbia, SC
Hosts: GA, SC and NC Chapters of the
National Liturgical Dance Network
Website: www.natldancenetga.org
Phone: (803) 772-1462
July 26th - 29th
Word In Motion Urban Dance Festival
Los Angeles, CA
Hosts: Word in Motion
Website: www.wordinmotion.com
Email: festival@wordinmotion.com
August 2nd - 7th
Kingdom Arts Conference 2007
An International Arts Symposium
Barbados
Hosts: Kingdom Reach Barbados, Operation Save Jamaica and
other ministries in Trinidad & Tobago
Website: www.praiseacademyofdance.org
Email: mbweekes@yahoo.com
August 8th - 12th
Dancing Preachers International 2007
Barbados
Host: Sabrina McKenzie Ministries
Website: www.sabrinamckenzie.org
September 7th - 8th
Equipping the Saints
Dance & Worship Arts Conference
Fairview Heights, IL
Host: Lakita Humber- Paneh Praise Dance & Mime Ministry
Website: www.praisedanceministry.com/conference
Email: register@panehpraise.com
Phone: (618) 407-6145
September 13th - 15th
24-7 Three Six Five: Eternal Worship
National Dance Conference
Las Vegas, NV
Host: Rain Rein Reign
Website: 2007RRRDanceConference
Email: 247365@rainreinreign.com
magazine. We are in need of gifted dancers, writers, authors,
poets, etc. Anyone with the anointing of a scribe is welcome.
We are requesting timely and dynamic articles from sacred
artists all over the world as this will be an international dance
magazine. If interested, please contact Charmaine Hinds directly
at the information below:
Worship In Motion Ministry
Phone: (905) 461-1086
Fax: (905) 461-1086
Email: info@worshipinmotion.org
website: www.worshipinmotion.org
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feel exhausted. In preparing Palm Sunday and Resurrection
presentations, I kept telling myself, "RELAX, GOD IS IN
CONTROL!"
As we grow each year in ministry- be it, singing, dancing,
preaching, teaching etc., we will discover our gifts and grow in
our service to the Lord and His people. I thought about these
5 areas in particular, especially when more is required of us:
complete. Joh 15:11 –(NIV)
2. Your service will bear fruit. Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should
go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain: that whatsoever ye shall ask of the Father in my name, he
may give it you.- John 15:16 (KJV)
3. Your service will be affirmed by others. You will reap results in all areas.
4. Your service will create opportunities for repeat service. Continue to sacrifice all.
5. Your service will glorify God. I will praise you, O Lord my God, with all my heart; I will glorify Your name forever.
Ps 86:12 (NIV)
Managing Your Ministry
Managing goes a long way. Sometimes you will feel you have to be all things to all people. We will continue each day to
build in order to keep the anointing flowing! Just when you think that you have reached your goal, another event or
challenge will present itself. It’s not over until God says it’s over. Stay on your post!
THE KEEPING POWER IS IN PRAYER, PASSION, AND BEING PERSUADED TO KEEP THE FAITH!
Don’t forget- He will take care of our business, when we take care of His!
She is the Founder of Heavens Gates Dance Academy of the Arts in California (www.heavensgatesacademy.com). Sherry has served the Lord in dance for over
20 years. Sherry has been blessed to facilitate dance conferences, and is in the process of writing a book on the ministry of dance. Sherry offers free dance
technique classes at Zoe on Saturdays at 11:00am in Room 53.
of the Work
"Separate unto Me Barnabas
and Saul for the work
whereunto I have called them"
(Acts 13:2b).
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