Beyond Sunday Worship Leader Podcast

Kelsey is a brilliant thinker. She is a musicologist and educator based in Iowa, holding a PhD from the University of Iowa. Currently, Kelsey is a regular contributor to Christianity Today, writing and reporting on worship and church culture. She is also an adjunct professor at Grand View University in Des Moines, where she teaches on music and social justice. As as a graduate student and adjunct faculty member at the University of Iowa, she taught a variety of courses on music history, social justice and the arts, and human rights. She served on the staff of the University of Iowa Center for Human Rights from 2010-2019, where she was the academic advisor for undergraduate students pursuing a Certificate in Human Rights.  Kelsey’s dissertation research explored the use of American music in the reeducation of German POWs during WWII. Other areas of expertise include contemporary sacred music in the United States, 19th century choral music, Evangelical subcultures, human rights and the arts, and the intersection of art and ecotheology. She is an active presenter at academic conferences and accepts invitations for guest lectures and workshops on her research and on human rights education in higher ed.  Topics Covered: More about Kelsey and her journey into musicology and journalism Our over-dependence on tools in worship ministry Why having conversations with our congregation is important Why we think all worship music sounds the same The complications of Christian celebrity and worship music Facing the music of money and profits in the worship industry Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center @kelseykmcginnis Kelsey’s Website Show Sponsor: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #340: Kelsey Kramer McGinnis On Music, Money, & Profits in the Worship Industry (And What That Means For the Rest of Us) appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: The changes in Christian music from the 90s to now The worship music boom of the early 2000s and The story behind Third Day’s Offering worship record in 2000 Why leading worship in a local church is harder than leading a worship concert The importance of self care for artists and worship leaders What the transition from band to solo artist has been like for Mac Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center I Love Jesus by Mac Powell Show Sponsor: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #339: Mac Powell on CCM Through the Years, Early Third Day Stories, Worship Music, & Personal Soul Care appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: How Aodhan got connected to Hillsong The beginning of Young & Free The growth and struggle with popularity and touring The writing of new music God centered worship songs Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center Beyond Us by Aodhan King Show Sponsor: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #338: Aodhan King on Early Young & Free Days, New Music, & Christ Centered Worship appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: What if felt like to make music in the early days of Delirious Why Martin moves in spontaneous/prophetic worship Why worship music less bold and creative today Why joy and celebration are needed in worship today Mega Church reform The Rockstar Worship Leader pandemic What it’s like having Stu G on the new record Stories behind songs on the new record, Joy Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center Joy by Martin Smith Show Sponsor: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #337: Martin Smith on The Future of Worship Music, Local Church Tensions, & Songs of Joy appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: Critical thinking over a critical spirit Sam’s church story of leading worship in various denominations The importance of childlike faith How to avoid the trap of copying the songs and styles of a few movements Finding your own voice Worship industry problems Singing God-centered songs Stadium worship tours and worship nights Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center The Death of Death by Sam McCabe Show Sponsor: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #336: Sam McCabe on The Worship Industry, Finding Your Own Voice, & Our Worship Song Diet appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: How Andrew got connected to The Belonging What it’s like to be the worship pastor at a church with so much talent Building a healthy volunteer culture God-centered worship songs Why you shouldn’t do too much ministry on your own How The Belonging Co runs their click & tracks The founding of Out With the Old Resources Mentioned: Son of Man by The Belonging Co The Belonging Co Out With the Old (Andrew’s clothing company he co-founded) Show Sponsor: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #335: Andrew Holt on The Belonging Co, Leading a Worship Ministry, & Encounter Over Entertainment appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: Why emotional manipulation in music is normal and not the real problem The problem with our language around “anointing” Money making and the worship industry – is this a problem? Humanizing the conversation around worship and the worship industry Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center Elias Dummer @eliasdummer Worship Leader Research Show Sponsor: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #334: Elias Dummer on Humanizing The Conversation Around Worship Leading, Anointing, & The Worship Industry appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: Charlie’s theological journey Being an autodidact (self learner) and what they meant for Charlie’s career The genetics of music and what Charlie learned from the musicianship of his Father The magic of songwriting Why writer’s block is a myth Why the worship industry carries potential for problems The potential problem with celebrity worship leaders Why we should stop evaluating success by “what’s working.” How Charlie discovered Switchfoot and his favorite song he produced (48:00) Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center Every Kind of Uh Oh by Charlie Peacock Why Everything that Doesn’t Matter, Matters So Much by Charlie Peacock & Andi Ashworth Show Sponsor: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #333: Charlie Peacock on Songwriting, Music Production Tricks, Church Music, & The Intersection of Faith & Art appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: Marriage advice How Andy developed his skill as a writer Why celebrity-driven worship is becoming exhuasting The idol of excellence Progress on Andy’s upcoming new record Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center Andy Squyres Poet Priest by Andy Squyres Death Defying Joy by Andy Squyres @andysquyres City in the Trees by Micah Dalton Show Sponsor: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #332: Andy Squyres on Writing, Celebrity Worship, & The Idol of Excellence appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: How our union with Christ affects Sunday worship The rise of liturgy and what it means for churches Reflections on writing Worship Matters (16 years ago!) Creating a technical grid for our Sunday production Top competencies/qualities of an effective Worship Pastor Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage Show Sponsor: Planning Center Knowing God by Sovereign Grace Music Knowing God by J.I. Packer Engaging With God: A Biblical Theology of Worship by David Peterson Worship: Adoration & Action by DA Carson Music Through the Eyes of Faith by Harold Best Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #331: Bob Kauflin on Theology for Worship Teams, Production Decisions, & Top Worship Leader Competencies appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: What God’s will is for you The difference between the will of God and the call of God How to discern the call of God on your life How do deal with fame The problem with altar calls Why the term “Worship Leader” is inadequate Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage Show Sponsor: Planning Center Tenth Avenue North Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #330: Mike Donehey on God’s Will vs God’s Call, Worship Leading, Altar Calls, & The Return of Tenth Avenue North appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: How Alexandra got started in worship ministry What it’s like being the daughter of Joel Osteen How Lakewood approaches Sunday morning Why Lakewood uses a hymn every Sunday Stories behind the new album, Oh How Worthy Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage Show Sponsor: Planning Center Oh How Worthy by Lakewood Music Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #329: Alexandra Osteen on Lakewood Music, Worship at Lakewood Church, & Leading Teams appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: LOTR fandom What needs to change in local church worship Dealing with disappointment Hebrew words for praise What it takes to be a strong MD The value of spontaneous worship and how to read the room Resources Mentioned Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage Show Sponsor: Planning Center All to Bless You by Kory Miller Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #328: Kory Miller on Pursuing His Presence, Leading Spontaneous Worship, & God Centered Gatherings appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: Dr. Cherry’s call into ministry Full time worship ministry in the 70s and 80s The us vs them/either/or mentality of worship ministry still prevalent A call to return to Christ centered worship The story behind the book The Worship Architect Resources Mentioned: Lester Ruth & Lim Swee Hong Lim on The History of Contemporary Praise & Worship The Worship Architect by Constance Cherry Worship, Community, & The Triune God of Grace by James Torrance The God We Worship: An Exploration of Liturgical Theology by Nicholas Wolterstorff Ancient Future Worship by Robert Webber Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #327: Dr. Constance Cherry on Worship Ministry Over the Decades, The Worship Architect, & A Call to Christ-Centered Worship appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: Emotional health in ministry David’s journey into ministry The importance of theology for worship leaders Worship as discipleship The role of our physical bodies in worship Trinitarian worship Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage Show Sponsor: Planning Center W. David O. Taylor Open & Unafraid: The Psalms as a Guide to Life by W. David O. Taylor Glimpses of the New Creation: Worship & the Formative Power of the Arts by W. David O. Taylor A Body of Praise: Understanding the Role of Our Physical Bodies in Worship by W. David O. Taylor The Worship Pastor by Zac Hicks Flow: The Ancient Way to Do Contemporary Worship by Lester Ruth The Biblical Psalms in Christian Worship by John Witvliet Worship Seeking Understanding by John Witvliet Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #326: W. David O. Taylor on Theology for Worship Leaders, Emotional Health, & Worship as Discipleship appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: The creative genius of the movie Hook Sean’s secret claim to fame (he was a professional yo-yo’er) Creativity and worship music Why millennials are fleeing hyped church experiences Anointing vs charisma Basic Faith Stories beyond Sean’s upcoming new record Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage Show Sponsor: Planning Center Basic Faith by Sean Curran Sean Curran Music Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #325: Sean Curran on Worship Music, Christian Celebrity Culture, & Creativity appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: Thoughts about what God is doing in worship today What God is doing in this next generation of worship leaders How to prepare yourself and your team to lead engaging worship Why it’s important to be unified with your senior pastor Breaking down the SEU worship record Why cool, trendy worship music isn’t working anymore Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage Show Sponsor: Planning Center Move of God by SEU Worship Guard the Glory by David Ryan Cook Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #324: David Ryan Cook on Raising Up Young Worship Leaders, Presence Driven Worship, & New Music appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: Rich & Cass’s current interests outside of ministry How they got started in ministry A vision for creativity in the Church How to work with artists effectively Why the artist/creative temperament isn’t accurate Songwriting pitfalls in the church Why we need to stop idolizing songwriters Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage Show Sponsor: Planning Center The Local Church Sydney The Hopeful Rhino Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #323: Rich & Cass Langton on Building Healthy Teams, Creativity in the Church, & Leading Artists appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: Charlie’s transition from artist to worship pastor Early Passion days Leading worship when you don’t feel worthy The 4 categories of worship What prophetic worship is The 4 Types of Song to sing on Sunday Reminiscing old Passion and Charlie Hall records Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage Show Sponsor: Planning Center Frontline Music Better is One Day by Passion The Road to OneDay by Passion OneDay Live by Passion Hymns Ancient & Modern by Passion The Bright Sadness by Charlie Hall Porch & Altar by Charlie Hall Podcast: #255: Charlie Hall on Worship, Spiritual Disciplines, & Disciple Making Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #322: Charlie Hall on Developing Young Leaders, Leading Authentic Worship, & Building a Balanced Worship Set appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: Brian’s upcoming new project of love songs Consistency in songwriting Growing in creativity later in life Reflecting on the 90s Vineyard movement How to lead young creatives Developing songwriters Why local churches should write their own songs Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage Show Sponsor: Planning Center Unlocking Your Songs by Brian Doerksen Hymns for Life by Brian Doerksen Brian Doerksen website Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #321: Brian Doerksen on The Creative Process, Local Church Songwriting, & Early Vineyard Music Stories appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: Kim’s journey to become a worship leader The truth about calling Why our internal world needs to be cultivated Influential leaders The story behind the song, “Mama” Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage Show Sponsor: Planning Center Trample by Kim Walker Smith Worship Circle Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #320: Kim Walker-Smith On The Worship Industry, Our Inner Life, & Protecting Our Children’s Innocence appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: How Skye got involved with music Early influences Dealing with pain and disappointment What Skye learned about worship from Michael W Smith How to develop authenticity as a worship leader The power of mentorship Growing in confidence Skye’s new music Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage Show Sponsor: Planning Center Your Church by Skye Reedy Skye Reedy Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #319: Skye Reedy on Difficult Seasons, The Healing Power of God, & New Music appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: How Jon got started as a songwriter The difference between a gesture and a posture in songwriting Monday morning prayer music Why our Sunday morning worship needs to tell a more honest story Comparing the writing of hymns and modern songs Devotional Songwriting Masterclass Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage Show Sponsor: Planning Center Devotional Songwriting Masterclass by Jon Guerra Jon Guerra Music Three Gifts by Jon Guerra & Liturgical Folk Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #318: Jon Guerra on Devotional Songwriting, Sunday & Monday Worship, & Spiritual Formation appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage Show Sponsor: Planning Center The Exile by Crowder Topics Covered: A day in the life of Crowder The surprising power of mundane moments Using song titles as a springboard for songwriting The Crowder album trilogies CCM and Worship Music categories The corporate nature of vertical and horizontal songs The story behind writing O Praise Him The post #317: Crowder on New Music, Writing Hacks, & Song Stories appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. Topics Covered: Lord of the Rings, A Thief in the Night, Stranger Things references The influence of J.I. Packer and John Piper Matt’s call to ministry and his early days of ministry challenges Why Matt wrote a book on the book of Revelation What God is calling the body of Christ to 666 and what the mark of the beast is A primer on hermeneutics Why we sing and the power of Negro spirituals The creative process Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage Show Sponsor: Planning Center The Overcomes: God’s Vision For You to Thrive in an Age of Anxiety and Outrage by Matt Chandler Book Website The post #316: Matt Chandler on God’s Vision For The Church, The Power of Singing, & The Creative Process appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. Topics Covered: Alexander’s previous role as a Creative Pastor at Hillsong How to write better melodies Revival The writing of “Alive” The early days of Hillsong Young & Free Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage Show Sponsor: Planning Center Alexander Pappas A Great Awakening by Alexander Pappas Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools by Tyler Staton The post #315: Alexander Pappas on Believing for Revival, Writing Better Melodies, & Early Young & Free Days appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. Topics Covered: Coffee and sourdough Sarah’s story of becoming a worship leader Finding Jesus in all kinds of music Songwriting process The beauty of co-writing What it was like writing with Leland and Matt Maher Struggling with faith, doubt, & dry seasons Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage Show Sponsor: Planning Center Sarah Kroger Pre-Save Sarah’s new album The Night is Normal: A Guide Through Spiritual Pain by Alicia Britt Chole Sarah’s Instagram: @skroger The post #314: Sarah Kroger on Brutal Honesty, Wrestling With Doubt, & Songs of Hope appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. Topics Covered: The building blocks of a healthy church culture Valuing character and heart over skill Humility and teachability as a leader Staying desperate for Jesus How to deal with fear as a young worship leader/musician The power of alternate venues for worship leader development Resources Mentioned: Beyond Sunday Backstage Planning Center The post #313: Derek Johnson on Being a Worship Pastor, Building Healthy Teams, & Jesus Culture Music appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. Topics Covered: Leading worship now compared to the early 90s Stories behind the creation of Winds of Worship 12 and Hungry from Vineyard UK What makes a worship song effective How to write effective fast songs Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage Show Sponsor: Planning Center The post #312: Brenton Brown on Leading Worship in the 90s, Writing Worship Songs, & Early Vineyard UK Stories appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: John’s conversion to Christ The early days of CCM The surprising pattern of John’s bestselling records in the 70s/80s The spiritual gift of speaking tongues Why the church needs to differentiate itself with its music The dangers of emotionalism Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage Show Sponsor: Planning Center John Michael Talbot Late Have I Loved You book by John Michael Talbot Late Have I Loved You music by John Michael Talbot Exploring the Gifts of the Spirit by John Michael Talbot Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor #2: My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #311: John Michael Talbot on The Christian Music Industry, Contemplative Prayer, & Why Church Music Needs to Differentiate Itself appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: How Brady got started with digital media/communication Why churches can’t ignore social media Why churches and pastors don’t need to be on every platform to succeed with social media The most surprising social media trend of 2024 The “No Weeks Off” social media strategy The social ministry mountain and what it means for your church When churches should use paid ads The 3 C’s of creating content for social media Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Beyond Sunday Backstage – community worship leader coaching Show Sponsor: Planning Center Pro Church Tools Social Sermons Nucleus Show Sponsor #1: Beyond Sunday Backstage (Coaching Community) The Beyond Sunday Worship Coaching Community is now open! I’ve wanted to create a group coaching community for a while and that time is now! Beyond Sunday Backstage is a low-cost coaching community designed to give you year-round support as a worship leader. For $49/month, here’s what’s included: Bi-Weekly LIVE coaching calls focused on your specific challenges/questions (no need for perfect attendance…make it work for you) Monthly MASTER CLASSES that dive deep into specific tools, strategies, and tactics for your worship ministry (taught by me and other special guests). Exclusive guest Q&A’s/hangouts with guests from the Beyond Sunday Podcast Full access to my beginner keys video course, Learn Worship Keys (plus full access to all future courses). Downloads of The Worship Songwriter & Beyond Sunday eBooks Access to an exclusive “Off Facebook” private community of worship leaders Songwriting training throughout the year and group co-writes with me and others in the community Exclusive LIVE access to Beyond Sunday Podcast interviews to ask questions (via chat) in real time. No long term contracts. Cancel anytime. But I know you’re going to love it. Join us backstage! Show Sponsor My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #310: Brady Shearer on Helping Churches Navigate the Biggest Communication Shift in 500 Years appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: How Ron became a Worship Leader/Pastor The early days of Integrity Music How to flow in the Spirit The authority of the Senior Pastor Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center Lift Him Up by Ron Kenoly Ron Kenoly Ministries Show Sponsor My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post #309: Ron Kenoly on 80s/90s Worship Music, Pursuing His Presence, & Raising Up Worship Leaders appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Topics Covered: Darren’s journey into music (he didn’t sing until he was 27 years old). Having a heart for the outsiders Why touring is important for artists The power of rock & roll Production stories behind the new We Are Messengers record Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center We Are Messengers Show Sponsor My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. The post Darren Mulligan from We Are Messengers on New Music, Loving the Outsider, & The Importance of Touring for Artists appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Prefer to watch the interview? Well here you go! Show Sponsor My goal in this podcast is to help you grow as a worship leader. Of course that includes your formation, but it isn’t limited to that—it’s also with practical tools to help you in your ministry. It’s hard to talk about being a worship leader without mentioning Planning Center. As you know, I’m a huge fan. A lot of you are already using Planning Center Services to schedule your volunteers, plan your worship services, and give your team the tools they need to learn their music. But with Planning Center People, you can stay even more engaged with your volunteers and anyone looking for how to get plugged in. First, some good news: People is completely free with any Planning Center subscription. No, you didn’t hear me wrong—it’s free. Second, some better news: you can use People to add new volunteers to your teams quickly and automatically. In People, you can make forms for anyone interested in volunteering, put them in a step-by-step training workflow, and then automatically add them to Services to schedule them for the right team. And that’s just one way you can use People. From sending automated emails and seeing church-wide engagement to organizing your member database and keeping information up-to-date, there’s tons you can do. So go to planningcenter.com to use People for free. What You’ll Learn: The challenge of church planting A former Worship Pastor’s turned Lead Pastor perspective on worship What liturgical churches can learn from charismatic churches What charismatic churches can learn from liturgical churches The power of worship team devos Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center The Worship Pastor by Zac Hicks Before We Gather by Zac Hicks Hymnary.org The post #307: Zac Hicks on Using Hymns, Liturgical Creative Elements, & Worship Team Devotions appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

What I heard that particular day in 2008 would stick with me forever. It would ruminate in my head over and over and still does to this day. I was just out of college. Excited for the future. Big dreams. I had decided early on in my college career that I was going to pursue worship ministry. I had wrestled with the idea of being pastor or being a worship leader. After much deliberation, I settled on worship. I had a leader after I came out of college who said to me these words: David, if you had a better voice. You would be unstoppable.” Pain. Confusion. Dashed dreams. That hurt. And to be honest with you, it’s something that has stuck with me for a lot of years where. I’ve thought a lot about this. I get where this leader was coming from – they were validating my skills as a musician, as a leader, while also telling me that my voice just wasn’t very good. And so I’ve always wrestled with that sort of inadequacy, that insecurity. Maybe if I did just have a better voice, then I would be a better worship leader. God, why didn’t you give me a different voice? That’s a very unproductive question. Because God makes no mistakes when he creates you, when he creates me. Maybe you are in a similar position. You feel your insecurities, your inadequacies. But what if you could use those to your advantage? Maybe you had a parent, teacher, or a leader in some way that made you see and feel those insecurities front and center. Weak voice? Not much talent? Unskilled musician? Introverted? Too young? Too old? Guess what? It doesn’t matter as much as you think. In a worship context you can actually use your weaknesses to an advantage with a shift in your thinking. Is Talent a Problem? I hope you’re not taking me as someone who thinks talented people are divas and inauthentic. Or that talent is somehow a weakness. I know many hundreds of incredibly talented worship leaders. When I hear them sing, they light up a room. But also they’re humble, authentic, love Jesus, and they pursue Him. But I do know that there are thousands upon thousands of worship leaders that are being held back because of what someone has spoken over you or something that you believe about yourself. Remember this: Worship has less to do with what happens on stage and more about what is happening in the room. Your job as a worship leader is to help people sing. It’s not so much about finding your voice as much as it is helping the bride of Christ find hers. The Most Important Question Here’s the most important question that you can ask in preparation for Sunday: Who’s in the room and how do we connect with them? If all your energy is spent you your plans, your singing, your playing, and you, you, you – you’ve missed the point. You need to understand your people. Who are they? How old are they (generally)? What do they know about Jesus? How long have they been in church? What music do they love? What songs connect? The more you know – and the more you take the time to listen – the better worship leader you will be. Is Talent the Most Important Thing? I serve churches with staffing with a great organization called Slingshot. There’s an interesting trend we’ve noticed as we help churches find worship leaders – most churches are looking for the top 5-10% of talent. I get it. You want to hire top talent. And especially when it comes to worship ministry, you want to have a worship leader and a worship team that has the wow factor – gifted, talented, hard working. Talent attracts talent. I totally get that. The problem is that the Church of 500 and the Church of 5,000 are looking for the same person. But the reality is that there are a whole host of worship leaders who are less talented and getting overlooked. But so many of these worship leaders know how to engage a room – and that is the most important skill. Again, worship is less about what happens on stage and more about what happens in the room. My friend Bob Sorge says it like this: “I would rather see a forest fire in the congregation than a bonfire on stage.” There are many of churches who are lighting it up, figuratively and literally. The lights, the haze, the band. The amazing songs, the energy, the stage presence, the passion, the talent, the songwriting, the records. I’m not minimizing or downplaying any of it, but you can have all of those things and have a congregation that is dead and disconnected. The Best in the Room Just because you’re the worship pastor doesn’t mean that you have to be the best in the room. You’re actually more valuable when you can lead people who are better than you. Lead others – empower them, lead them, invest in them. You actually bring more value to your church and to your organization when you are a developer and a disciple-maker than you are just being talented on stage. Lead with sensitivi

Topics Covered: Both of our favorite hikes around the world Classical training vs Improv How to become a great jazz musician Mike’s favorite pianos, keyboards, & software instruments The mystery of the Nord How to develop your unique sound Lyric writing vs writing music Diving into the Psalms Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center Mike Janzen Music Songs from the Canyon by Mike Janzen Spitfire Audio Soft Piano Show Sponsor: Planning Center So let’s talk about Planning Center. For those of you who are old enough, we often refer to worship leading eras as the pre-Planning Center days and the Planning Center days. It’s that game-changing and that important. I talk about Planning Center pretty often on here, and if you’re a worship pastor, you might be wondering what more there is to Planning Center for you beyond worship planning and scheduling. And there is. Did you know that with a subscription to Planning Center Services you also have free access to another incredibly powerful product People? With People, you can do things like create a volunteer pipeline to get new volunteers through their application process and then assigned to a team! In People you can create an online form to get new volunteers, a workflow to help you walk them step-by-step through the training process, and then automatically add them to Services so you can get them scheduled! And that’s just one way you use Planning Center People, so give it a try! Learn more at planningcenter.com/pipeline And remember, if your church is looking for tools to help with things like giving, small group chat, event signups, live-streaming, and custom reporting, Planning Center has tools for that too, so let your church administrator know! The post #305: Mike Janzen on Learning Music, Jazz Techniques, Gear, & All Things Piano [Podcast] appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Show Sponsor: Planning Center So let’s talk about Planning Center. For those of you who are old enough, we often refer to worship leading eras as the pre-Planning Center days and the Planning Center days. It’s that game-changing and that important. I talk about Planning Center pretty often on here, and if you’re a worship pastor, you might be wondering what more there is to Planning Center for you beyond worship planning and scheduling. And there is. Did you know that with a subscription to Planning Center Services you also have free access to another incredibly powerful product People? With People, you can do things like create a volunteer pipeline to get new volunteers through their application process and then assigned to a team! In People you can create an online form to get new volunteers, a workflow to help you walk them step-by-step through the training process, and then automatically add them to Services so you can get them scheduled! And that’s just one way you use Planning Center People, so give it a try! Learn more at planningcenter.com/pipeline And remember, if your church is looking for tools to help with things like giving, small group chat, event signups, live-streaming, and custom reporting, Planning Center has tools for that too, so let your church administrator know! Topics Covered: Reminiscing the 90s The song of the 90s Chad’s top 5 90s worship records Guitar solos What the 90s taught us about leading worship Lessons from the Brownsville Revival Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center 90s Worship Night Live from Dayspring Community Church by Nineties Worship Night The post #304: Chad Gentry on 90’s Worship, Influential Worship Albums, & Worship Music History appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Prefer to watch the interview? You can view the entire conversation here. Show Sponsor: Planning Center So let’s talk about Planning Center. For those of you who are old enough, we often refer to worship leading eras as the pre-Planning Center days and the Planning Center days. It’s that game-changing and that important. I talk about Planning Center pretty often on here, and if you’re a worship pastor, you might be wondering what more there is to Planning Center for you beyond worship planning and scheduling. And there is. Did you know that with a subscription to Planning Center Services you also have free access to another incredibly powerful product People? With People, you can do things like create a volunteer pipeline to get new volunteers through their application process and then assigned to a team! In People you can create an online form to get new volunteers, a workflow to help you walk them step-by-step through the training process, and then automatically add them to Services so you can get them scheduled! And that’s just one way you use Planning Center People, so give it a try! Learn more at planningcenter.com/pipeline And remember, if your church is looking for tools to help with things like giving, small group chat, event signups, live-streaming, and custom reporting, Planning Center has tools for that too, so let your church administrator know! Topics Covered: Songwriting approach Songwriters Pat looks up to Production style The power of live music The practicalities of spontaneous worship Songwriting out of spontaneity Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center Shelter by Pat Barrett The post #303: Pat Barrett on Spontaneous Worship, Songwriting Methods, & New Music appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Show Sponsor: Planning Center So let’s talk about Planning Center. For those of you who are old enough, we often refer to worship leading eras as the pre-Planning Center days and the Planning Center days. It’s that game-changing and that important. I talk about Planning Center pretty often on here, and if you’re a worship pastor, you might be wondering what more there is to Planning Center for you beyond worship planning and scheduling. And there is. Did you know that with a subscription to Planning Center Services you also have free access to another incredibly powerful product People? With People, you can do things like create a volunteer pipeline to get new volunteers through their application process and then assigned to a team! In People you can create an online form to get new volunteers, a workflow to help you walk them step-by-step through the training process, and then automatically add them to Services so you can get them scheduled! And that’s just one way you use Planning Center People, so give it a try! Learn more at planningcenter.com/pipeline And remember, if your church is looking for tools to help with things like giving, small group chat, event signups, live-streaming, and custom reporting, Planning Center has tools for that too, so let your church administrator know! Topics: The most expensive coffee in the world Coffee methods How The Afters got started Early influences Advice to young worship leaders Planning out your speaking moments Pastoring your team How to train your replacement The story behind “God is With Us” The importance of a theology of suffering Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center “God is With Us” by The Afters The post #302: The Afters on A Theology of Suffering, Mentoring Worship Leaders, and New Music [Podcast] appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Show Sponsor: Planning Center So let’s talk about Planning Center. For those of you who are old enough, we often refer to worship leading eras as the pre-Planning Center days and the Planning Center days. It’s that game-changing and that important. I talk about Planning Center pretty often on here, and if you’re a worship pastor, you might be wondering what more there is to Planning Center for you beyond worship planning and scheduling. And there is. Did you know that with a subscription to Planning Center Services you also have free access to another incredibly powerful product People? With People, you can do things like create a volunteer pipeline to get new volunteers through their application process and then assigned to a team! In People you can create an online form to get new volunteers, a workflow to help you walk them step-by-step through the training process, and then automatically add them to Services so you can get them scheduled! And that’s just one way you use Planning Center People, so give it a try! Learn more at planningcenter.com/pipeline And remember, if your church is looking for tools to help with things like giving, small group chat, event signups, live-streaming, and custom reporting, Planning Center has tools for that too, so let your church administrator know! Resources Mentioned Show Sponsor: Planning Center OnSong Topics Covered: The founding of OnSong How to build a company Why OnSong decided to initially create a paid app What OnSong makes possible for Worship Leaders When the company had to scale and start to hire employees The post #301: Jason Kichline on The Founding of OnSong, Building a Company, & Serving Worship Leaders appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Show Sponsor: Planning Center So let’s talk about Planning Center. For those of you who are old enough, we often refer to worship leading eras as the pre-Planning Center days and the Planning Center days. It’s that game-changing and that important. I talk about Planning Center pretty often on here, and if you’re a worship pastor, you might be wondering what more there is to Planning Center for you beyond worship planning and scheduling. And there is. Did you know that with a subscription to Planning Center Services you also have free access to another incredibly powerful product People? With People, you can do things like create a volunteer pipeline to get new volunteers through their application process and then assigned to a team! In People you can create an online form to get new volunteers, a workflow to help you walk them step-by-step through the training process, and then automatically add them to Services so you can get them scheduled! And that’s just one way you use Planning Center People, so give it a try! Learn more at planningcenter.com/pipeline And remember, if your church is looking for tools to help with things like giving, small group chat, event signups, live-streaming, and custom reporting, Planning Center has tools for that too, so let your church administrator know! Topics Covered Outdated NFL takes The sad Carolina Panthers season Creative process for starting a song The story behind “O Come to the Altar” Resources Mentioned Show Sponsor: Planning Center Just Like You’ve Always Done by Mack Brock The post #300: Mack Brock on Sports, Songwriting, & Creative Process [Podcast] appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Show Sponsor: Planning Center So let’s talk about Planning Center. For those of you who are old enough, we often refer to worship leading eras as the pre-Planning Center days and the Planning Center days. It’s that game-changing and that important. I talk about Planning Center pretty often on here, and if you’re a worship pastor, you might be wondering what more there is to Planning Center for you beyond worship planning and scheduling. And there is. Did you know that with a subscription to Planning Center Services you also have free access to another incredibly powerful product People? With People, you can do things like create a volunteer pipeline to get new volunteers through their application process and then assigned to a team! In People you can create an online form to get new volunteers, a workflow to help you walk them step-by-step through the training process, and then automatically add them to Services so you can get them scheduled! And that’s just one way you use Planning Center People, so give it a try! Learn more at planningcenter.com/pipeline And remember, if your church is looking for tools to help with things like giving, small group chat, event signups, live-streaming, and custom reporting, Planning Center has tools for that too, so let your church administrator know! Topics Covered: The world of Crossfit The movie/song that launched Chris’ music career Matt Redman’s influence The challenge of writing upbeat, joyful songs Why worship music is so slow and intense Creative process Honesty in Christian music Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center Honest by Chris Llewellyn Rend Collective on Spotify Gareth Gilkeson (Rend Collective) Interview Andrew Peterson Interview Graham Kendrick Interview The post #299: Chris Llewellyn on Rend Collective, Worship Songs, & Music for the Outsiders [Podcast] appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Show Sponsor: Planning Center So let’s talk about Planning Center. For those of you who are old enough, we often refer to worship leading eras as the pre-Planning Center days and the Planning Center days. It’s that game-changing and that important. I talk about Planning Center pretty often on here, and if you’re a worship pastor, you might be wondering what more there is to Planning Center for you beyond worship planning and scheduling. And there is. Did you know that with a subscription to Planning Center Services you also have free access to another incredibly powerful product People? With People, you can do things like create a volunteer pipeline to get new volunteers through their application process and then assigned to a team! In People you can create an online form to get new volunteers, a workflow to help you walk them step-by-step through the training process, and then automatically add them to Services so you can get them scheduled! And that’s just one way you use Planning Center People, so give it a try! Learn more at planningcenter.com/pipeline And remember, if your church is looking for tools to help with things like giving, small group chat, event signups, live-streaming, and custom reporting, Planning Center has tools for that too, so let your church administrator know! Topics Covered: Best practices for multisite worship How RR builds community with their worship leaders each week Defining the kind of worship leaders that are a good fit for your church Sensing and shifting a room How to develop young worship leaders Lessons learned from co-writers Favorite, most “underrated” song on Ascend Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center Ascend by Red Rocks Worship The post #298: Tyler Roberts on Red Rocks Worship, Discipleship, and Worship Culture [Podcast] appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Show Sponsor: Planning Center So let’s talk about Planning Center. For those of you who are old enough, we often refer to worship leading eras as the pre-Planning Center days and the Planning Center days. It’s that game-changing and that important. I talk about Planning Center pretty often on here, and if you’re a worship pastor, you might be wondering what more there is to Planning Center for you beyond worship planning and scheduling. And there is. Did you know that with a subscription to Planning Center Services you also have free access to another incredibly powerful product People? With People, you can do things like create a volunteer pipeline to get new volunteers through their application process and then assigned to a team! In People you can create an online form to get new volunteers, a workflow to help you walk them step-by-step through the training process, and then automatically add them to Services so you can get them scheduled! And that’s just one way you use Planning Center People, so give it a try! Learn more at planningcenter.com/pipeline And remember, if your church is looking for tools to help with things like giving, small group chat, event signups, live-streaming, and custom reporting, Planning Center has tools for that too, so let your church administrator know! Topics Covered: How (and why we need to) expand our worship song topics Why theology is important for worship leaders How to reach for great theology and catchy melody A look at the Worth Conference in October 2023 Guiding principles for building setlists The importance of a “key moment” in a setlist Incorporating liturgy and spontaneity Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center Worth Conference The Father’s Song by Matt Redman Facedown by Matt Redman Podcast: Matt Redman on Visionary Songwriting, Co-Writing, & His New Album Worship: The Missing Jewel of the Evangelical Church by AW Tozer The Knowledge of the Holy by AW Tozer Tozer on Worship & Entertainment compiled by James L Snyder Under The Unpredictable Plant: An Exploration in Vocational Holiness by Eugene Peterson Seeing and Savoring Jesus Christ by John Piper The post #297: Matt Redman on The Heart and Mind of Worship [Podcast] appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Show Sponsor: Planning Center So let’s talk about Planning Center. For those of you who are old enough, we often refer to worship leading eras as the pre-Planning Center days and the Planning Center days. It’s that game-changing and that important. I talk about Planning Center pretty often on here, and if you’re a worship pastor, you might be wondering what more there is to Planning Center for you beyond worship planning and scheduling. And there is. Did you know that with a subscription to Planning Center Services you also have free access to another incredibly powerful product People? With People, you can do things like create a volunteer pipeline to get new volunteers through their application process and then assigned to a team! In People you can create an online form to get new volunteers, a workflow to help you walk them step-by-step through the training process, and then automatically add them to Services so you can get them scheduled! And that’s just one way you use Planning Center People, so give it a try! Learn more at planningcenter.com/pipeline And remember, if your church is looking for tools to help with things like giving, small group chat, event signups, live-streaming, and custom reporting, Planning Center has tools for that too, so let your church administrator know! What You’ll Learn: Nathan’s journey as a musician and producer Finding your skill set The writing of 10,000 Reasons with Matt Redman Simplicity Nathan’s live piano rig Chroma pad from Peter James How to play effective keys in ministry times Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center Ableton Live Noir by Native Instruments The post #296: Nathan Nockels on Playing Keys, Arranging Music, & Band Dynamics appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Show Sponsor: Planning Center So let’s talk about Planning Center. For those of you who are old enough, we often refer to worship leading eras as the pre-Planning Center days and the Planning Center days. It’s that game-changing and that important. I talk about Planning Center pretty often on here, and if you’re a worship pastor, you might be wondering what more there is to Planning Center for you beyond worship planning and scheduling. And there is. Did you know that with a subscription to Planning Center Services you also have free access to another incredibly powerful product People? With People, you can do things like create a volunteer pipeline to get new volunteers through their application process and then assigned to a team! In People you can create an online form to get new volunteers, a workflow to help you walk them step-by-step through the training process, and then automatically add them to Services so you can get them scheduled! And that’s just one way you use Planning Center People, so give it a try! Learn more at planningcenter.com/pipeline And remember, if your church is looking for tools to help with things like giving, small group chat, event signups, live-streaming, and custom reporting, Planning Center has tools for that too, so let your church administrator know! Topics Covered: The design of Chris’ new studio space Chris’ favorite upright piano The importance of finishing songs Not having a songwriter poverty mentality Taking action on your dreams and setting goals The power of deadlines and schedule Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center Time by Chris Davenport Keyscape by Spectrasonics The War of Art by Steven Pressfield The post #295: Chris Davenport on Writing Worship Songs [Podcast] appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Show Sponsor: Planning Center So let’s talk about Planning Center. For those of you who are old enough, we often refer to worship leading eras as the pre-Planning Center days and the Planning Center days. It’s that game-changing and that important. I talk about Planning Center pretty often on here, and if you’re a worship pastor, you might be wondering what more there is to Planning Center for you beyond worship planning and scheduling. And there is. Did you know that with a subscription to Planning Center Services you also have free access to another incredibly powerful product People? With People, you can do things like create a volunteer pipeline to get new volunteers through their application process and then assigned to a team! In People you can create an online form to get new volunteers, a workflow to help you walk them step-by-step through the training process, and then automatically add them to Services so you can get them scheduled! And that’s just one way you use Planning Center People, so give it a try! Learn more at planningcenter.com/pipeline And remember, if your church is looking for tools to help with things like giving, small group chat, event signups, live-streaming, and custom reporting, Planning Center has tools for that too, so let your church administrator know! Conversation Topics: How Tiffany started leading worship Embarrassing moment stories Elevation worship culture Preparation and spontaneity Songwriting and production on the new album Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center Hidden Here by Tiffany Hudson The post #294: Tiffany Hudson on Elevation Worship, Finding Your Voice & Sound, & Healthy Worship Culture appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Show Sponsor: Bethel Music Worship School This episode is brought to you by Bethel Music Worship School. As I look back on my development as a worship leader, I can pinpoint a handful of strategic conferences and events that changed the trajectory of my life. I can’t recommend the Bethel Music Worship School enough, taking place this summer in Redding, CA July 17-21. The Bethel Music Worship School began over two decades ago and is an opportunity for worshipers, leaders, songwriters, musicians, and creatives to come together to grow, learn, and expand their craft. This year’s special guest is 15-time GRAMMY Award winner and gospel music’s most highly decorated female artist CeCe Winans, along with Members of the Bethel Music Collective: Brian + Jenn Johnson, Josh Baldwin, Paul + Hannah McClure, Kristene DiMarco, David Funk, and more. Guest speakers this year are Bill Johnson and Ray Hughes + more to be announced in the coming weeks. Over the course of five days, you will have the opportunity to attend over 50 classes led by teachers who are experts of their field ranging from worship leading and songwriting to music publishing and studio production. This is an incredible opportunity to invest in your worship leader, your worship team, growing and expanding your skills and encountering God with other like-minded leaders. Beyond Sunday listeners will get $75 off their registration when they use code BEYOND75.Just head on over to bethelmusic.com/worshipschool and use BEYOND75 for $75 off your registration.  Show Sponsor: Planning Center So let’s talk about Planning Center. For those of you who are old enough, we often refer to worship leading eras as the pre-Planning Center days and the Planning Center days. It’s that game-changing and that important. I talk about Planning Center pretty often on here, and if you’re a worship pastor, you might be wondering what more there is to Planning Center for you beyond worship planning and scheduling. And there is. Did you know that with a subscription to Planning Center Services you also have free access to another incredibly powerful product People? With People, you can do things like create a volunteer pipeline to get new volunteers through their application process and then assigned to a team! In People you can create an online form to get new volunteers, a workflow to help you walk them step-by-step through the training process, and then automatically add them to Services so you can get them scheduled! And that’s just one way you use Planning Center People, so give it a try! Learn more at planningcenter.com/pipeline And remember, if your church is looking for tools to help with things like giving, small group chat, event signups, live-streaming, and custom reporting, Planning Center has tools for that too, so let your church administrator know! Topics Covered: Nick’s journey of faith and getting involved at Bethany Church How Nick Connected with Smokie Norful Developing as a worship leader The story of Nick not making the worship team at Bethany Church How to foster a diverse church and a diverse worship team How to practice spontaneous worship as a team Developing a songwriting culture Making worship your “retreat” Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Show Sponsor: Bethel Music Worship School – July 17-21 (use code BEYOND75 to get $75 off your registration) Show Sponsor: Planning Center Live from New Orleans by Bethany Music Easy to Worship by Nick Day The post #293: Nick Day on Bethany Music, Flowing in the Spirit, & Fostering Diversity in Your Worship appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Show Sponsor: Bethel Music Worship School This episode is brought to you by Bethel Music Worship School. As I look back on my development as a worship leader, I can pinpoint a handful of strategic conferences and events that changed the trajectory of my life. I can’t recommend the Bethel Music Worship School enough, taking place this summer in Redding, CA July 17-21. The Bethel Music Worship School began over two decades ago and is an opportunity for worshipers, leaders, songwriters, musicians, and creatives to come together to grow, learn, and expand their craft. This year’s special guest is 15-time GRAMMY Award winner and gospel music’s most highly decorated female artist CeCe Winans, along with Members of the Bethel Music Collective: Brian + Jenn Johnson, Josh Baldwin, Paul + Hannah McClure, Kristene DiMarco, David Funk, and more. Guest speakers this year are Bill Johnson and Ray Hughes + more to be announced in the coming weeks. Over the course of five days, you will have the opportunity to attend over 50 classes led by teachers who are experts of their field ranging from worship leading and songwriting to music publishing and studio production. This is an incredible opportunity to invest in your worship leader, your worship team, growing and expanding your skills and encountering God with other like-minded leaders. Beyond Sunday listeners will get $75 off their registration when they use code BEYOND75.Just head on over to bethelmusic.com/worshipschool and use BEYOND75 for $75 off your registration.  Show Sponsor: Planning Center So let’s talk about Planning Center. For those of you who are old enough, we often refer to worship leading eras as the pre-Planning Center days and the Planning Center days. It’s that game-changing and that important. I talk about Planning Center pretty often on here, and if you’re a worship pastor, you might be wondering what more there is to Planning Center for you beyond worship planning and scheduling. And there is. Did you know that with a subscription to Planning Center Services you also have free access to another incredibly powerful product People? With People, you can do things like create a volunteer pipeline to get new volunteers through their application process and then assigned to a team! In People you can create an online form to get new volunteers, a workflow to help you walk them step-by-step through the training process, and then automatically add them to Services so you can get them scheduled! And that’s just one way you use Planning Center People, so give it a try! Learn more at planningcenter.com/pipeline And remember, if your church is looking for tools to help with things like giving, small group chat, event signups, live-streaming, and custom reporting, Planning Center has tools for that too, so let your church administrator know! Topics Covered: Elevation Nights tour Pop-up church experiment at Elevation The influence & growth of Elevation Worship The songwriting/collaborative culture at Elevation They congregational style of Elevation’s past few albums Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Show Sponsor: Bethel Music Worship School – July 17-21 (use code BEYOND75 to get $75 off your registration) Show Sponsor: Planning Center Jesse Reeves Interview Craig Dunnagan Interview Can You Imagine? by Elevation Worship Elevation Nights The post #292: Jonsal & Jenna Barrientes from Elevation Worship appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Show Sponsor: Bethel Music Worship School This episode is brought to you by Bethel Music Worship School. As I look back on my development as a worship leader, I can pinpoint a handful of strategic conferences and events that changed the trajectory of my life. I can’t recommend the Bethel Music Worship School enough, taking place this summer in Redding, CA July 17-21. The Bethel Music Worship School began over two decades ago and is an opportunity for worshipers, leaders, songwriters, musicians, and creatives to come together to grow, learn, and expand their craft. This year’s special guest is 15-time GRAMMY Award winner and gospel music’s most highly decorated female artist CeCe Winans, along with Members of the Bethel Music Collective: Brian + Jenn Johnson, Josh Baldwin, Paul + Hannah McClure, Kristene DiMarco, David Funk, and more. Guest speakers this year are Bill Johnson and Ray Hughes + more to be announced in the coming weeks. Over the course of five days, you will have the opportunity to attend over 50 classes led by teachers who are experts of their field ranging from worship leading and songwriting to music publishing and studio production. This is an incredible opportunity to invest in your worship leader, your worship team, growing and expanding your skills and encountering God with other like-minded leaders. Beyond Sunday listeners will get $75 off their registration when they use code BEYOND75.Just head on over to bethelmusic.com/worshipschool and use BEYOND75 for $75 off your registration.  Show Sponsor: Planning Center So let’s talk about Planning Center. For those of you who are old enough, we often refer to worship leading eras as the pre-Planning Center days and the Planning Center days. It’s that game-changing and that important. I talk about Planning Center pretty often on here, and if you’re a worship pastor, you might be wondering what more there is to Planning Center for you beyond worship planning and scheduling. And there is. Did you know that with a subscription to Planning Center Services you also have free access to another incredibly powerful product People? With People, you can do things like create a volunteer pipeline to get new volunteers through their application process and then assigned to a team! In People you can create an online form to get new volunteers, a workflow to help you walk them step-by-step through the training process, and then automatically add them to Services so you can get them scheduled! And that’s just one way you use Planning Center People, so give it a try! Learn more at planningcenter.com/pipeline And remember, if your church is looking for tools to help with things like giving, small group chat, event signups, live-streaming, and custom reporting, Planning Center has tools for that too, so let your church administrator know! Topics Covered: The evolution of full time Worship Leaders/Pastors Worship leading in the 1960s & 1970s The founding of Spring Harvest in the 1980s The transition from head to heart in congregational singing The impact of genre on lopsided praise & worship music Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Show Sponsor: Bethel Music Worship School – July 17-21 (use code BEYOND75 to get $75 off your registration) Show Sponsor: Planning Center Graham Kendrick The post #291: Graham Kendrick on Early CCM, Songwriting, & Diversity in Worship Music [Podcast] appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.