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Easter’s Over! Now What?

Whew, you made it through another Easter! Pat yourself on the back, worship leader. Holy Week is always a marathon, not a sprint, and you’ve crossed the finish line. The stage has been torn down, the last crumpled up lyric sheet has been fished out from behind the drum kit…

Who Has The Ball? Practicing Transitions in Worship Services

Tired of those awkward, cringe-worthy moments when the ball gets dropped during a service? Say goodbye to clunky chaos and hello to seamless flow as you discover the power of intentional rehearsal. From mastering the art of “passing the ball” to building a rock-solid rehearsal culture, this guide is packed…

What I Wish My Sound Guy Knew About Mixing Drums

Drummers and sound engineers – an age-old clash of percussive passions. If you’ve ever found yourself caught in the crossfire of this battle, get ready for a game-changing perspective. This article gets to the heart of the drum cage conflict, revealing insights that could defuse the tension once and for…

3 Advantages of Small Churches in a Rapidly Changing Culture

Feeling overshadowed by megachurches? Don’t let their limelight dim your unique brilliance! As a small church leader, you hold the keys to unlocking unparalleled advantages that could revolutionize your impact. Dive into the three secret weapons only you can wield: cultivating genuine community in a world starved for connection, radiating…

18 Strategic Benefits Regarding YouTube For Churches

Looking to spread your message of faith far and wide? In today’s digital landscape, YouTube has emerged as a powerful tool to connect with your congregation and reach new audiences. With billions of active users, this video-sharing platform offers unparalleled potential for churches to amplify their impact. Explore a treasure…

7 Practical and Personal Ways to Follow Up After Easter

Easter’s buzz is undeniable, but what about the days after? Dive into a guide that makes those Easter invites count long after the last hymn fades. From heartfelt follow-ups to empowering your pastors, discover the secrets to nurturing newfound faith and reigniting your own passion. Don’t miss out on transforming…

Empower Your Worship Team for an Amazing Easter Weekend

As the most sacred weekend on the Christian calendar approaches, is your worship team truly ready to lead your congregation in celebrating Christ’s resurrection with power and passion? From vocal warmups to spiritual prep, this guide packs a punch with advice to fortify your team physically, mentally, and spiritually. Discover…

How to be a Healthy Team Member: The 7 Rules of Engagement

Enough of lackluster teams plagued by lukewarm volunteers and toxic dysfunction! It’s time to raise the bar and build a revolutionary worship ministry that radiates passionate engagement on every level. Uncover the 7 profound yet practical rules that separate game-changing worship teams from the meh masses. From anchoring your soul…

Worship Resources for the Season After Easter

“As we enter the final weeks of Lent and begin to think more seriously about the Sunday after Easter here are some resources to adapt for your context or use as inspiration. The entire season from Easter to Pentecost is 90 days and is often referred to as Eastertide or…

Easter Worship Made Easy: A Perfect Rehearsal Plan

Is Your Praise Team Truly Ready for Easter? As the biggest Sunday of the year, Easter deserves nothing less than your worship team’s absolute best. But nailing those powerful lyrics and mesmerizing melodies takes more than just showing up. In this must-read guide, you’ll uncover a proven rehearsal plan that…

Bridgetown Church Cancels Live Streaming Church Services

In a bombshell announcement just days before Easter, one of America’s most influential churches says goodbye to online worship services forever. Bridgetown Church’s lead pastor reveals they’re canceling their livestream to realign with their vision for authentic community and spiritual health. This seismic shift has set the church world ablaze!…

Average Musicians, Amazing Results…How?

We’ve all been there – that one insanely talented player joins the team and BOOM, everything tightens up and starts grooving like you’ve never heard before. But then they can’t make it one Sunday and…it’s back to batting in the minors. What if you could consistently raise your game without…

Strong Worship Leaders and 18 Things They Avoid

Worship leader, time for a wake-up call! Discover the 18 toxic habits sabotaging your ministry. Leading worship is a sacred calling, but are you unknowingly undermining your own effectiveness? In this hard-hitting exposé, veteran worship leader Mark Cole pulls no punches – revealing the 18 deadly traps that even the…

Ways to Boost Your Worship Team’s Morale This Easter

As we gear up for the Easter season, it’s time to pause and reflect on those unsung heroes who make our worship experiences truly special – the dedicated members of our worship teams. In an era where digital communication reigns supreme, this thought-provoking piece will remind you of the profound…

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