WMC-0161 – It’s Time To Get Ready For Christmastime
It’s Time To Get Ready For Christmastime! It’s that time of year! If you haven’t started planning for Christmas, it’s time to start now! Well, yesterday would have been better, but today will work too. Let’s get going on Christmas, and some things that might help you prepare. If you’re looking for an idea for a family service or a theme to tie your Christmas service, or kids Christmas...
Reconsidering The Worship Leader, Part 4: Jesus: The Worship Leader of the Church
We began in Part 1 of our 5 part blog series concerning Jesus as Worship Leader by considering the writer of Hebrews reference to Jesus in Hebrews 8:2 as “minister.” Not only is Jesus’ identity that of High Priest in the heavenly realms, but the work he performs on our behalf is that of ministry. I’d encourage you to check out why Jesus is the only one able to bear the title Worship Leader (Part 1). Secondly, we considered in Part...
WMC-0160 – Jon Egan, New Life Worship, God Uses The Valley (Part 2 of 2)
Interview With Jon Egan, Part 2 The interview was so good, we had to split it into two episodes. That’s right, it was that good. If you missed part 1, make sure to go check it out. In part 2, Joe & Jon talk about some of the struggles they have had at New Life, and more importantly how God has shaped Jon and the church through them. If you’ve ever struggled or gone through the valley at your church or in your ministry,...
Do We Believe What We Sing?
In most modern day churches we sing. Whether your church is modern or traditional, liturgical or free, you probably have singing as some part of your service. Now the question of “Why do we sing?” is another matter for another time, but do we ever pay attention to what we sing? Recently I have moved and started at a new church as their Minister of Technical Arts. This is a huge change for me, first just moving to a new church in a...
Helping Your Church Navigate Change
“Annie Hawks would be turning over in her grave if she heard that song!” This was the very passionate statement said to me after church one Sunday. We had just done the Matt Maher / Christy Nockles song, “Lord, I Need You”. The song is largely based and/or inspired by the hymn “I Need Thee Every Hour” written by Annie Hawks. And on this particular Sunday, the song was close enough but different...
WMC-0159 – Interview with Jon Egan of New Life Worship, Soak
Interview With Jon Egan, Soak In this episode, we are privileged to get to hear from Jon Egan and hear him talk about their new album entitled, Soak. It’s an instrumental album. Why would they do an instrumental album? Well, you’ll just have to listen to part 1 of our interview with Jon Egan to find out now, won’t you. Thanks to Joe Brookhouse of Frequency.fm for performing the interview! Soak:...
The Day I Walked Away From My Church
Our small church in a Pennsylvania river town had been losing people steadily for months, people who included our senior pastor and our associate pastor, not to mention dozens of others. Why that happened is a long story — too long for this space. But those that remained gathered on a chilly December morning to worship together one last time before our church was dissolved and all our assets were turned over to a megachurch from...
Reconsidering The Worship Leader, Part 3: Jesus: The Worship Leader of the Cosmos
His call to worship is the rising of the Sun, his Benediction, the Moon. In our previous posts (Part 1 & Part 2) we have looked at Jesus as the supreme and only Worship Leader (High Priest) worthy of such a title—its who he IS. In Part 2 of our series we considered what he does as our worship leader. Understanding Jesus’ role is crucial in the universe because the form and duties that he observes and preserves in his kingdom...
WMC – 0157 – More Thoughts On Change
More Thoughts On Change… In the last episode of the podcast, Kevin & I talked about change. Kevin shared with us some of the things he was learning about change as his church goes through the unexpected process of renovating their auditorium. In this episode, we talk about the bigger change we are all dealing with. We live in a time when things are changing very fast. It’s hard to keep up with everything that’s...
Reconsidering The Worship Leader, Part 2: Jesus’ Priestly Liturgy
Jesus IS a High Priest, but what does He DO? In our last post we looked at the fact that Jesus in Hebrews 8:2 is identified as the sole minister (leitourgos) of heaven. Our High Priest! This is one major aspect of his Identity. Therefore, it was our conclusion that the only One worthy to receive the big “T” title of Worship Leader is Jesus Himself. It’s who he is. No one else can claim this ontologically (in being). However,...
Reconsidering The Worship Leader, Part 1: Jesus The High Priest
You know, the one in skinny jeans, designer hair, with the voice of a Nightingale. Remember the famous bully party line; “sticks and stones will break your bones, but words can never hurt you.” It sounds nice, but any person knows this phrase is chalked full of deception. The truth is, words are like containers. They are filled to the brim with meaning, and they are profoundly forming. Words shape the way we see life. Words filled...
Ch-ch-ch-ch-Changes, Turn and Face the Strange: Moving to a New Church
Okay, so last time I quoted The Clash and this time I’m quoting David Bowie. In my last post “Should I Stay or Should I Go?” I raised a big question many of us in ministry have asked ourselves before, when is it time to move on? So naturally this brings up the question, what do I do when I get to my new place? This is something that most people in ministry have experienced at least once, if not multiple times before. If you...
WMC-0156 – Dealing With Change…
Dealing With Change… Change is hard for some people. There are some who like it, but it seems that most struggle with it on some level. In this episode of the Worship Ministry Catalyst Podcast, David and Kevin talk about some of the changes Kevin’s church is going through. Kevin also shares some great insights he has learned through the process. So, if you’re looking for some wisdom when it comes to change, this is...
Leading Through Change
Change. That word can be a very troubling thing for some people. And for others, it is a welcomed reprieve from a monotonous pattern. Regardless of where you personally fall on the continuum, the reality is that at some point in each of our lives, we will be faced with change. And there’s nothing you can do about it! But how you react to that change and how you help others walk through change; now that is what you can do...
WMC-0155 – Creativity and more with Dave Yauk of The Garden City Project
Dave Yauk of The Garden City Project In this episode we have the distinct privilege of talking with Dave Yauk of the Garden City Project (http://www.gardencityproject.com/). It’s something you’re going to want to get familiar with. We just scratch the surface of what Dave is doing over there, and we’ll be talking more in the future. If you find yourself intrigued with the content, make sure to get in touch...
Should I Stay or Should I Go?
The words of the band The Clash have been in my mind for a while now. Should I stay or should I go now? Should I stay or should I go now? If I go, there will be trouble And if I stay it will be double So come on and let me know Now while this song is about a relationship and really has nothing to do with discerning God’s will, it is an interesting question to ponder. We all know that God has a plan, and our lives are just a part of...
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