CALVINIST Documentary Film

A project in Port St. Lucie, FL by Les Lanphere
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A film seeking to explain Calvinism, celebrate its recent resurgence, and to answer the question, "What's next?".
Backers: 1024
Average Pledge Per Backer: $81

Funded: $82,838 of $35,000
Dates: Jun 28th -> Jul 30th (33 days)
Project By: Les Lanphere
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Latest News

Last 24 Hours!

July 30th - via: kickstarter.com
This past month has been wild! When I put the Kickstarter together, I had no idea what was in store. The generosity has been unbelievable. And even as I've gotten a head start on the filming process, I've seen God's kind hand of providence every step... (Read More)

The Stretchiest Stretch Goal

July 28th - via: kickstarter.com
I am truly honored by all the support. There's no way I could have known how much people wanted this movie. One more stretch goal as we cross the finish line. And I'm shooting for the stars. Once the movie is finished and ready for the world to see,... (Read More)

Final Sprint & Hip-Hop Teaser

July 28th - via: kickstarter.com
With only 2 days left, Westminster Theological Seminary in Philly and Timothy Brindle are in full support of the project and I'll be taking a trip up there to interview their staff. I praise God that the best minds in the Reformed world are behind... (Read More)

3rd Stretch Goal Reached!

July 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Blu-Rays will now be available, and I'll set up meet ups in the cities I travel to which means us average Calvinists could make an appearance in the movie. :)I am so very honored by your support and prayers. I pray this movie will live up to the... (Read More)

Final Lord's Day of the Kickstarter!

July 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
We're off to the races! I went up to Chicago this week and shot lots of great interviews and met some amazing people. Big thanks to Joe Thorn And Jimmy Fowler for hosting me and taking unprecedented care of me. I felt like royalty in Chicago.I'll try... (Read More)

First Day of Shooting - Chicago!

July 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello friends!The Kickstarter still has 10 days left, but your enthusiastic support has encouraged me to get started filming early. I'm currently in Chicago shooting my interview with Joe Thorn and will be attending a hip hop conference while I'm... (Read More)

We hit our second stretch goal!

July 16th - via: kickstarter.com
We did it! The film is funded, donors of $80 or more will get DVDs, I can pay a few people to help, and now I will produce extended interviews on a Youtube channel. Needless to say, I'm pumped! Thank you for believing in this project! The next... (Read More)

Gotta fly!

July 12th - via: kickstarter.com
I'm getting an early start on filming next week. I'll be flying to Chicago to interview Joe Thorn and hang out at the Legacy conference. I'm excited to talk to hip hop fans and artists alike and find out why Christian hip hop has been so... (Read More)

What a Great Week!

July 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Yet another action-packed week for the project. And another week that makes me appreciate the Lord's Day even more. It's amazing how much stress staring at a number on a screen can induce. Tomorrow belongs to the Lord. :)We're past $50,000 and well... (Read More)

First Stretch Goal Achieved!

July 9th - via: kickstarter.com
I'm in awe of God's grace to me through the means of your incredible generosity. Not only is CALVINIST going to be a reality, but now I can promise DVDs to all the backers who have given $80 or more. On top of all that, the film has a higher budget... (Read More)

Two words: Kevin DeYoung

July 8th - via: kickstarter.com
I'm am overjoyed to have received words that Kevin DeYoung is willing to be a part of the project! The more excitement I'm seeing for the film, the more flights, hotels, and work it's going to take to make it what it deserves to be. If you haven't... (Read More)

Ligon Duncan and Carl Trueman join the project!

July 6th - via: kickstarter.com
We're almost to our first stretch goal. I've got some very cool plans for the future goals. Please keep sharing and pledging. Thank you!  (Read More)

Who is Les?

July 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello!I wanted to thank everyone again for your generous support of the film and encourage you to keep sharing the project with your friends and church family. Bottom line: the more money we raise now, the better the movie will be. If anyone is... (Read More)

Amazing First Week, Have a Good Lord's Day

July 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Welp, this is my first kickstarter so I'll just go ahead and assume they all make $10,000 per day. Why isn't everyone doing this?Seriously, thank you so much for your trust in me to tell this story, and your incredible generosity. I need a rest from... (Read More)

WE MADE IT!

July 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
CALVINIST is officially going to happen. I can't believe it! I especially can't believe it happened so quickly. I'm extremely encouraged that there is an audience out there that is looking forward to this. I have a long way to go, and I'll still need... (Read More)

New Reward Added - Wood Engraved Notebook

July 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Now you can get your hands on a one of a kind wood engraved notebook from Hand Lettering Co. with a glorious quote from Charles Spurgeon.  If you've already donated, you can adjust your donation. If you haven't, now's your chance!  (Read More)

2 Days Down and Already over the Hump

June 30th - via: kickstarter.com
60% in two days? That's $20,000 in 48 hours. I'm absolutely blown away.30 days left and only $15,000 to go. It may seem like a guarantee at this point, but I'm a realist. As excited as I am, I'd hate to see it fizzle out. So please join me in keeping... (Read More)

HUGE first day!

June 29th - via: kickstarter.com
I'm blown away by the support so far, and we've hardly even gotten started! We added another interviewee, and raised over $15,000. Thank you all so much for believing in the film. Here's to another 31 days of craziness!    (Read More)

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