Why We're Here
Those engaged in ministry understand the profound impact Scripture has no matter the context or setting. Ask them! They will tell you that the author of Hebrews was right when he says the Word of God remains alive and active to this day. Whether in worship, Bible studies, classrooms, or conference halls, Scripture speaks powerfully to every corner of the globe. But how does this profound book remain active? Does it thrive on its own, or is it the case that God is still calling upon His people – just as He did with the prophets and apostles of old – to carry His Word to all peoples, tribes, and nations?
At Scripture in Motion, we believe that God has equipped us with diverse gifts and talents, and one way He calls us to use them is to bring the Word of God to life in different forms—whether spoken, acted out, read in various languages, or, in our case, through animated videos.
God’s Word is a beautifully complex book, yet at its heart, it carries a clear and simple message: the Gospel story of Jesus Christ. We believe that animation has the unique ability to capture both the depth and simplicity of this profound story, bringing the words of Scripture to life through the visual language of our society today.
Mission
To provide quality video and media needs to assist the Church across the world in reaching their communities
Vision
We are a nonprofit animation studio that delivers pure, untouched Scripture through engaging video and multimedia content to empower the church across
the globe in effectively reaching their communities
Meet the Founder
As David Schlecht prepared for college at Concordia Wisconsin, he pondered whether his calling was to follow in the pastoral footsteps of his dad or to pursue his passion for videography. His parents offered him advice that would shape his life and career:
“You are being called into active ministry no matter what path you choose.”
With that wisdom in mind, David plunged into videography, eventually finding his niche in motion graphics and animation. It was through this work that he launched his own contracting business, Undaunted Motion.
During this time as a freelancer, David identified a gap within the global church’s resources: high- quality, animated video content of pure Scripture. Inspired by his parents’ early guidance, he combined his two greatest passions of animation and ministry by founding Scripture In Motion.
David’s journey is supported by his wife, Cassie, and fueled by love for his daughter, Eva, and their loyal German shepherd, Maple.
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Are you a 501(c)(3)?While we are not currently a 501(c)(3), our goal is to achieve that status by early 2026. Thank you for your patience and support as we work toward this milestone.
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Should I give a Monthly or One Time gift?We are grateful for every and all donations anyone is willing to give. With that being said, our monthly donors hold a special place as they not only give so generously, but also join us on our journey and supporting our every effort in putting Scripture In Motion.
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Why are you crowdfunded?We want everyone to have access to our content without the barrier of a paywall. While producing high-quality, animated Scripture videos is costly, we rely on the generosity of supporters who give as they are able, ensuring our content remains free for all.
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How much does it cost to create an animation?Although the scope and budget of the project depends on many different factors, creating any one of these videos requires a dedicated team and anywhere between $10,000-$20,000, from pre-production planning and storyboarding to designing, animating, and refining. Each step is essential to capturing the depth and simplicity of the Gospel story and bringing it to life, but it's a process we’re passionate about.
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How will donations be used?Your donations directly support us in producing high-quality, animated Scripture videos and cover essential operational costs like marketing and maintaining our website. We are dedicated to using every gift wisely to further our ministry and bring the Word of God to life.
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Can I stop my recurring donation whenever I want?Absolutely! Every payment comes with a stress-free guarantee, and you can cancel your recurring donation at any time. While donors don’t currently have the ability to cancel manually, we’re happy to help. Just email us at connect@scriptureinmotion.com and we’ll cancel your donation and issue any refund you need. We truly appreciate your patience as we work to provide more flexible tools for donors to manage their contributions directly in the future.
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How do I cancel my recurring payment?Canceling your recurring payment is easy and stress-free! While donors currently can’t cancel manually, we’re here to help. Simply email us at connect@scriptureinmotion.com, and we’ll take care of canceling your payment and issuing any refund you need. We appreciate your patience as we work toward offering more flexible options for donors to manage their contributions directly in the future.