My Most Loved (and Hated) Worship Team Member
Jon Nicol offers the best argument I’ve ever read for using a click track: I want to tell you about a player who joined…
[PODCAST] Aaron Stanski with Practical Tips for Church Leaders
Is your children’s ministry space sending the right message to families? Join the unSeminary podcast as they welcome Aaron Stanski, founder and CEO of Risepointe, for a conversation about transforming church spaces that may have lost their spark. While bold colors and creative themes can make kids’ areas exciting, they…
Guiding Passionate but Pitchy Singers to Their Best Fit
Every worship leader has faced that heart-wrenching moment: a passionate volunteer with a deep love for God but limited vocal ability stands before you, eagerly hoping to join the worship team. How do you navigate this delicate situation with both grace and honesty? This insightful article tackles one of the…
Why Your Worship Team Needs a Music Director
Ever wondered what makes some worship services flow effortlessly while others seem to struggle finding their rhythm? The secret often lies in a role that’s frequently overlooked but absolutely crucial: the Music Director. This comprehensive guide pulls back the curtain on how a dedicated Music Director can transform your worship…
15 Questions for Every Worship Song Set
No fluff. No build up. Just 15 questions that will hone your worship sets into the best they can be, week after week. See the fifteen questions.
Snapshot of a Part-Time Worship Leader
by Don Chapman When I accepted my first music director ministry job it was a part-time position at a church plant. They couldn’t afford to hire a full time music person and frankly didn’t need one. The church eventually grew…
The Ancient Formula for Determining Easter: How a 1700-Year-Old Decision Still Affects Us Today
We’re going to tackle an intriguing question many of us have wondered about:…
Modernize Hymn Lyrics for Contemporary Worship
One way to help hymns flow more smoothly in modern worship is to…
Typical Praise Band
Today I’m seeing two main types of praise bands in churches: blended bands…