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What Style of Music Is Best for Your Church?

What does worship truly look like? Jonathan Mason challenges us to expand our perspectives on musical worship beyond the contemporary “standards” we’ve created. Through a transformative experience in Jamaica, he realized that worship extends far beyond acoustic guitars and drum sets. Mason calls us to evaluate if our chosen musical…

9 Biblical Success Principles For Musicians

Navigating the ups and downs of a music career while staying grounded in faith can be a challenge. Mark Cole draws on scriptural wisdom to outline 10 key principles that provide godly guidance for musicians seeking to honor their creative gifts and calling. Learn how striving for excellence, diligent practice,…

The Story Behind: Grace Greater Than Our Sin

Few hymns have connected with believers as deeply as “Grace Greater Than Our Sin.” This uplifting song was crafted by Julia Harriette Johnston, with its melody composed by Daniel Brink Towner. The combination of their talents resulted in a song that has inspired countless hearts with its message of human…

How to Introduce New Songs

Chris Denning encourages worship leaders to bring new and exciting songs to their church. He emphasizes the importance of introducing new songs in a healthy and wise manner, instead of rushing them in and neglecting to properly prepare the congregation. He acknowledges that as worship leaders, it is part of…

Three Reasons to Use Tracks in Worship

Using multitracks in worship can enhance the musical experience, but what are they and how can they be used effectively? In this article, Loop Community explores three reasons to use tracks in worship and provides some practical tips on how to get started. Continue Reading.

New Exodus? 4 Reasons Why People Are Leaving the Church (Including Christians)

Many church leaders are puzzled by the phenomenon of people leaving church. They wonder why people who used to be faithful and committed suddenly stop attending or switch to another church. What are the real reasons behind this trend? Carey Nieuwhof reveals five surprising reasons people leave church and offers…

Night of Worship Ideas: A Worship Leader’s Complete Guide

A night of worship is a special event that can bring people closer to God and to each other. It can be a powerful and memorable experience that can transform lives and ignite passion. But how do you plan and execute a night of worship that is effective and engaging?…

Leading Worship with Scripture

Gary Durbin gives some helpful tips on leading worship with Scripture. You’ll learn how to select relevant and appropriate passages, how to read them with clarity and expression, how to integrate them with songs and prayers, and how to avoid some common pitfalls. You will also find some examples of…

5 Worship Team Volunteer Traits Every Worship Leader Looks For

In this article by Michael Waring, five important traits for worship team volunteers are discussed. These traits are meant to reflect true Kingdom values and help create a healthy and successful worship ministry. 1. Foundational Faith: It is crucial for team members to actively pursue their faith in Jesus. They…

4 Handy Tips On Eye Contact And Body Posture In Worship Leading

Dan Wilt shares four essential tips for worship leaders to effectively engage their congregation through eye contact and body posture. Proper use of these communication tools can greatly impact the worship experience for the audience, making them feel more connected and involved. The first tip is to keep the eyes…

7 Tips for Improving Your Worship Team’s Culture

Alex Enfiedjian and Jimmy Cooper he share 7 tips on building a healthier team culture, especially in a worship team setting. They emphasizes the importance of defining the team’s core values, modeling the desired behavior, and connecting the actions to their reasons. Enfiedjian encourages leaders to prioritize people over results…

Worship In an A.I. World – Finding the Balance Between People and Technology

Johnny Markin discusses the role of technology in the church and its impact on worship. He reflects on how churches have used different forms of technology throughout history, such as hymnals and prayer books after the invention of the Gutenberg Press. He also mentions earlier debates over musical instruments in…

Top Five Tips for a Healthy Worship Team

Private worship comes before public worship.  Our priorities need to be in that order. If we are not investing in our own personal, private time with the Lord in worship and in the Word, we cannot lead from a place of overflow in public places.  Without this intentionality, we can quickly become…

Move Your Congregation from Spectators to Participants

Have you ever received compliments after leading worship, only to feel a bit awkward about it? While it’s great to receive positive feedback, we need to be careful not to encourage a culture of superficiality in our churches. Many people in our congregations may not fully understand the direction and…

Worship Leaders: Developing a Good Relationship With The Pastor

Building an effective relationship with the lead pastor is vital for a united church vision. Open communication, mutual support, teamwork, guidance-seeking, boundary respecting, joint prayer, personal connections, and appreciation build trust and synergy between pastors over time. Continue Reading.

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