Chris Tomlin sat down with Matt McCoy to talk about songwriting, worship leading, and his new album ‘Always!’
Five Reasons Why We Sing In Christian Worship
Throughout the ages, God’s people have gathered before Him in song. Worship music has been and continues to be the enduring and imaginative expression of God’s people in praise, celebration, lament, and longing. There is beauty in the act of a multitude of voices combining in unified glory to God. There is also mystery in why this simple act of worship is so profound.
12 Tips to Help Make a Strong Worship Setlist Every Sunday
Picking a strong worship setlist for every Sunday at church is no easy task. At least not for most worship leaders who put a lot of thought into what their congregations are singing. But while the process can be weighty, it can also be fun to build worship setlists that engage people’s hearts and minds with God as they worship. For you worship leaders out there, let’s look at 12 tips to help you make a strong worship setlist every Sunday.
Mastering the Art of Memorable Worship Sets
Jon Nicol discusses the essential components for creating powerful worship sets that engage and inspire congregations. He highlights the importance of planning, preparation, people, and presence in crafting a memorable worship experience.
Nicol emphasizes that planning is crucial to designing an intentional worship journey that allows attendees to experience both the transcendence and imminence of God. He encourages worship leaders to study various worship sets and learn from both successful and unsuccessful examples.
Preparation is another key aspect highlighted by Nicol. He distinguishes between personal practice for individual musicians and rehearsal with the entire team. Cultivating a personal relationship with God through private worship also contributes to a more impactful public worship service.
The people involved in a worship set play a critical role in determining its overall impact. Nicol provides a detailed explanation of each person’s responsibility – from platform team members like musicians and singers to production teams responsible for sound quality, graphics, and lighting. Additionally, he reminds readers that the congregation itself has an important role as active participants rather than passive spectators.
Lastly, Nicol explores the significance of presence – specifically, the Holy Spirit’s involvement throughout every aspect of planning and executing a powerful worship set. Recognizing the omnipresence of God can transform even mundane tasks into acts of worship.
7 Tips On Becoming A Good Acoustic Guitar Player
Mark Cole shares valuable tips and tricks to help you hone your skills. From investing in a quality guitar and tuner to practicing regularly and expanding your chord vocabulary, Mark covers all the essentials for success. Learn about the importance of being a team player, embracing new techniques, and attending workshops that will elevate your playing. So, grab your guitar and dive into this must-read guide that will set you on the path to becoming an incredible worship musician.
8 Methods To Make Volunteer Scheduling Easier For Churches
Discover the secrets to mastering volunteer scheduling in your church with ChurchTechToday’s latest article. This insightful guide offers eight effective methods for managing and streamlining the scheduling process for your dedicated volunteers. Learn how understanding their needs, leveraging technology, and fostering a sense of community can make all the difference in keeping your volunteers engaged and committed. Dive into practical tips on communication, flexibility, recognition, and training that will help you create a thriving volunteer program at your church.
One Secret to Becoming a Better Worship Band
Rob Rash shares a simple yet powerful secret to help worship leaders improve their bands and bring them closer to their vision of musical excellence. Rash emphasizes the importance of watching other worship bands, either by attending services at different churches, going to conferences, or even studying YouTube videos. By observing various talented worship teams in action, leaders can pick up valuable techniques and ideas that can be applied to their own bands.
Ex-Hillsong Pastor Carl Lentz Kicks Off His Media Apology Tour
Former Hillsong pastor Carl Lentz opens up about his cheating scandal in the new FX documentary series, The Secrets of Hillsong. The four-part series, premiering Friday, delves into the scandals surrounding the megachurch and features interviews with Carl and Laura Lentz, who were ousted from Hillsong Church in 2020 due to Carl’s “moral failures.”
In the series, an emotional Carl Lentz admitted to carrying “major lies and secrets” for years and acknowledged the power dynamics involved in his transgressions. “If you are led by somebody, you have to trust them. One of the biggest [mistakes] of my life was that breach of trust for thousands of people, especially my wife, my children,” he said.
In October 2020, incriminating text messages between Lentz and a woman named Ranin Karim surfaced, leading to his dismissal from the church. Recalling this period in the second episode, Carl stated: “The hardest part of this was just trying not to look my wife in the eye, ever.”
Laura Lentz recalled her shock upon learning about her husband’s infidelity. Describing her reaction during their conversation about it, she said: “He basically said, ‘I’ve been unfaithful to you.'” To which Carl added, “She wasn’t mad; she was just so broken.”
The couple later faced questions from church founder Brian Houston regarding their relationship with their nanny and church member Leona Kimes. Laura admitted to suspecting something was amiss but said they never discussed it again after an initial confrontation.
In November 2020, Carl was fired from Hillsong Church. Six months later, Kimes accused him of sexual and emotional abuse. Addressing these allegations in the second episode of the documentary series, Carl took responsibility for allowing an inappropriate relationship with Kimes to develop but denied any allegations of abuse: “I am responsible for allowing an inappropriate relationship to develop in my house with someone that worked for us,” he said, adding, “any notion of abuse is categorically false.”
Carl Lentz also revealed that he had contemplated suicide amid the fallout from the scandal and shared that he had been sexually abused as a child by a family friend. “I’m tired of this damage, I’m tired of this wreckage, I’m tired of putting people I love through pain,” he said. “I did those things, those are on me, I take responsibility for those. The rest of my life I’ll be making amends where I can.”
The first two episodes of The Secrets of Hillsong will premiere on FX on Friday and be available for streaming on Hulu the following day. Episodes three and four are set to premiere on May 26th.
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