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Easter was never meant to turn us into balls of stress! To those in ministry, that’s easier said than done. But this article is your lifeline! Discover seven practical ways to navigate the Easter chaos without losing your mind or sacrificing your family on the “perfect service” altar. From brain-dumping…

Identity crisis is quite common among worship leaders; take heart! Drawing from Psalm 62, this article exposes how we often build our identity on shifting sands—skills, influence, or others’ perceptions—instead of the unshakable foundation of being God’s beloved. The powerful message reminds us that before being musicians or leaders, we…

Operational blind spots are sneaky little things that can hurt every aspect of the church. This article exposes five challenges draining church effectiveness: manual processes, unused technology, ministry burnout (affecting 84% of pastors), inconsistent financial reporting, and poor engagement tracking. Discover practical strategies to implement church management systems, maximize existing…

Is your pastor secretly drowning in expectations? Thom Rainer performed an experiment to reveal the crushing reality many church leaders face: Rainer asked twelve deacons to estimate the minimum time he should spend on various pastoral duties each week, and the total came to a whopping 114 hours—or, 16+ hours…

There’s an art to curating your worship “canon” – those 40 or so songs that form your church’s musical diet throughout the year – and this article is filled with wisdom that’ll make you the master. Learn how to audition new songs, read your congregation’s response, and organize your repertoire…

Watch Nick Burt from Church at Rock Creek share how BZBGear’s Adamo 4K PTZ Cameras delivered broadcast-quality footage that blended seamlessly with their existing setup. The video reveals key features including AI auto-tracking, 12G SDI/HDMI connections, and local recording capabilities—making these cameras ideal for churches with limited budgets but high…

Kick the practice; stick with rehearsals. Yes, there is a crucial difference: practice is where musicians learn songs together, while rehearsal is where everyone shows up already knowing the music. This article lays out four compelling reasons to make this shift: it pushes musicians to develop their skills at home,…

If you feel stuck in a worship rut, don’t worry: there are ways out. One way is by learning from churches around you (physically, and through time). This article gives you some important advice on how to do so with four pieces of wisdom: take Sundays off to visit different…

Song sets at their best will mirror the very essence of a powerful sermon. When our pastor steps to the pulpit each Sunday, his words should affirm, correct, instruct, and apply God’s truth—shouldn’t our songs do the same? This article unpacks seven crucial characteristics your worship selections must embody; a…

Backstage drama got you down? Leading worship should be a joyous experience! Alas, does it take work. This article can’t do the work for you, but it does a terrific job of laying a path forward. It’ll help you cut through the every day drama and get back to what…

Those serving behind the mixer can’t also engage in meaningful worship…. Is this true? When does a techie actually get to worship? This article draws from the awe-inspiring worship depicted in Revelation 4 to remind us to maintain spiritual vitality while serving others. Learn of the crucial difference between corporate…

Looking for the perfect Easter worship set? This guide delivers only the best song suggestions. Only the songs that capture resurrection hope, celebrate salvation, and keep everyone’s eyes on Jesus. Discover contemporary favorites from Bethel, Elevation, and Hillsong that will resonate with your congregation. And a crucial reminder: Easter Sunday…

As you plan for Holy Week and Easter services, Reformed Worship’s updated 2025 resource list is a must-use. See the list of resources.

Whoa… when did your entire worship team start simultaneously battling a horrific skin condition? Ah, false alarm; that’s just your stage lighting. Much easier to fix! This article cuts through the technical jargon to solve your most frustrating lighting problems once and for all. You’ll discover exactly why key lighting…