Resourcefulness
Leadership is creational, meaning you create who you are and replicate what’s inside you.
What(so)ever
Right now, you are feeling what you thought earlier. You believe what you think. This year, you’ll create the reality you’ve imagined.
Pick A Key, Any Key
One of the best things we can do today is sit down with our instrument to play and sing to the LORD.
Kondratowski Family Keys
I was talking with coach Walter K, and he was reveling in a simple idea that has made a significant difference in congregational engagement.
What’s Wrong With Getting Lost In Worship?
My three teenage children went to a youth camp recently.
Who Are You Chasing?
Who Are You Chasing? New pedals? Bethel’s vibe? Happiness? A bigger worship team?
3 Rehearsal Techniques
Do you love rehearsals as much as I do? I admit sometimes they are more fun than the actual service.
Beyond The Chart
I’m working with a worship team that has been trained well.
A Glimpse
We live on a volcano. Don’t worry. It’s sleeping.
The Church Pianist (How To Re-imagine Music For Your Context)
My dear friend, George Yellak, allowed me to eavesdrop on a conversation with one of his team members.
Altars
I found out about a recent conference called “ALTARS.”
The One Day Shelf-Life of Prayer
I’m using an app on my iPhone to track my activity level.
Liturgies
We invited some friends over for Sunday brunch and worship at our farm.
Just Ask
On Sunday, we visited a church we hadn’t been to before. While the eight of us filed in a few minutes past starting time and found our seats in two rows, two leaders addressed the congregation.
Core Competencies
I read a job description for a Director of Music and was struck by the first “Core Competency” required.
Context
My wife has taught me many things.
How To Improve The Quality of Your Services
A worship leader recently asked me how to improve the quality of their services. That’s easy.
The Top Five Songs
Have you ever used Planning Center Online’s list of top songs to help you plan your set?
Stop Being A Superstitious Worship Leader
What makes someone a superstitious worship leader? Might you be one?
Which Is More Important: Rehearsal or Service?
How many times have you heard, “It’s just rehearsal. They can miss or be late…”?