Dave Helmuth 2/10/21 Dave Helmuth 2/10/21

Using The GPS Dulls Your Sense Of Direction

When we first moved to a new country, GPS was a lifesaver. By “GPS,” I’m referring to Google Maps or Waze. See, Costa Ricans are famous for giving directions like this:

Dave Helmuth 2/3/21 Dave Helmuth 2/3/21

Language Matters

I was reading 1 Peter 4 and was struck by verse eleven.

Dave Helmuth 1/27/21 Dave Helmuth 1/27/21

Fully Prepared

How do you show up to rehearsals? Would you describe it as "fully prepared?"

Dave Helmuth 12/16/20 Dave Helmuth 12/16/20

The Need For Guest Worship Leaders

I ask myself “Where are the other leaders at the church?”

Dave Helmuth 6/10/20 Dave Helmuth 6/10/20

When Worship Leaders and Senior Pastors Clash

We were observing a Sunday morning rehearsal.

"Why didn't you tell me about this before?" said the flustered senior pastor to the worship leader. A couple of times.

We thought they might come to blows, and the worship leader was visibly livid.

Dave Helmuth 1/29/20 Dave Helmuth 1/29/20

Angels on the Road

In Costa Rica, I am pleasantly surprised at how kind drivers are. They let each other into traffic. They honk, wave, or flash their lights to give you the right of way.

Dave Helmuth 1/22/20 Dave Helmuth 1/22/20

Or Just Be Random and Chaotic

I just learned the other day that one of the team members at one of my former churches took a break from the team and never came back. She’s at another church now.

Dave Helmuth 12/18/19 Dave Helmuth 12/18/19

Drums and Sound Clinic

If you’ve ever said (or heard) any of these phrases, I have something to tell you about.

One drummer hits too hard, one too soft.
Our drums sound terrible, dead, too loud, or like they are not part of the mix.
Our sound people don’t know what to do with the drums.

Dave Helmuth 11/27/19 Dave Helmuth 11/27/19

Worship Team Missional Retreat in Costa Rica

Imagine your worship team on a retreat. On a missional retreat in Costa Rica.

Dave Helmuth 6/5/19 Dave Helmuth 6/5/19

Take It To Heart

What am I taking to heart?

Dave Helmuth 6/13/18 Dave Helmuth 6/13/18

How to Actually Play with a Click

More and more worship teams are beginning to play with a click.

Dave Helmuth 4/26/17 Dave Helmuth 4/26/17

How To Avoid Leading Worship 50 Times Every Year

I took stock. I noticed. I paid attention. I realized that I’ve been leading three to four Sundays a month over the past twelve months. That was okay then.

But it was time to change.

Dave Helmuth 4/19/17 Dave Helmuth 4/19/17

How To Establish A “Team Culture” With Your Worship Leaders

Do the worship leaders at your church meet together regularly? Oh, they see each other at church. They may occasionally play on each other’s teams. They might even be a part of the same small group.

But do they actually journey together as worship leaders?Do the worship leaders at your church meet together regularly? Oh, they see each other at church. They may occasionally play on each other’s teams. They might even be a part of the same small group.

But do they actually journey together as worship leaders?

Dave Helmuth 4/12/17 Dave Helmuth 4/12/17

I'm Sorry, But You Can't Sing With Us

I received this question from a pastor:

"How do you describe the minimum level of vocal ability that a person needs to possess before they will perform on a Sunday morning? As you might guess, this is prompted by a church member who very much wants to sing with the team, but frankly probably falls below the standard of what we would like to have on stage...."

Dave Helmuth 3/22/17 Dave Helmuth 3/22/17

What Happens Next Is Up To You

Maybe you’re a worship leader who is caught in the unrelenting cycle of leading weekly worship gatherings while managing songs, arrangements, schedules, teams, relationships, and life.

You feel the need for...

A deep walk with God (Intimate, Consecrated, Scripture-soaked)
A deep love for people (Shepherd, Launcher, Encourager, Leader)
A deep understanding of music (Listener, Craftsman, Fluent)

Dave Helmuth 3/8/17 Dave Helmuth 3/8/17

Did We Buy The Wrong Model?

“The measure of a worship leader’s success is not better services, but building worshippers.”

Dave Helmuth 1/4/17 Dave Helmuth 1/4/17

Worship Team Retreat

Doesn’t this just have a great ring to it? Campfire. Eating together. Relaxed worship. Late-night talks. Teaching tailored to your team. Friendships deepened. A break from your routine. God speaking...

Dave Helmuth 12/21/16 Dave Helmuth 12/21/16

How Healthy Is Your Team?

As we approach the end of the year, I encourage you to take a moment between sips of 'nog (stay tuned for a killer recipe) to reflect on the state of your team's relationships.