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Great Texts on Worship #5
Written By: Rev. Hughes Oliphant Old
Acts 2:42 sums up the worship of the earliest Christian church, find out how that impacts your ministry today!
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A Better Vintage
Written By: Scotty Smith
Discover why singing a New Song is a worthy mission statement for any worship leader.
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New Song: The Panoramic View
Written By: Various
What is New Song? Over 20 prominent theologians, pastors, artists, worship leaders, an give their thoughts, hopes, prayers, and poetry about the substance of New Song.
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New Releases
Written By: Discover New Music
Here are a couple of the newest offerings from some of our partners in ministry.
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Great Texts on Worship: John 4:24
Written By: Rev. Hughes Oliphant Old
What does it mean to worship in spirit and truth? Part 4 of the Great Texts on Worship series by Rev. Hughes Oliphant Old.... more>
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Worship Leader Readers' Choice Awards
Written By: Worship Leader
Worship Leader Readers' Choice Awards - Vote Today! ... more>
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Worship in the Dark
Written By: Ted Haddock
God promises to be even in the darkest places on earth. Learn how to join Him and worship in the dark. By Ted Haddock.
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“Great Texts on Worship” #3
Written By: Rev. Hughes Oliphant Old
Revelation 4-5:
One of the most detailed descriptions we have of a service of worship in the Bible is in Revelation, especially chapters four and five. What can it teach us?
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The Incarnation: When God Mixes Media
Written By: Dan Wilt
What does it mean when the Invisible God uses the media of flesh, blood and stories to communicate His message of rescue to the world?
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Great Texts on Worship: Psalm 105:1-6
Written By: Rev. Hughes Oliphant Old
Psalm 105:1-6
Part two in an exclusive seven-part worship series on the great biblical texts on worship written by renowned theologian, Hughes Oliphant Old.
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Around the World: Global Worship Websites
Written By: By Frank Fortunato
Coinciding with the November/December issue of Worship Leader, here is a directory to high-quality global worship websites and resources.
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Are You a Keeper or a Tiller?
Written By: Dr. Cheryl Wilson-Bridges
Can you use Genesis as a resource guide for leading worship? Dr. Cheryl Wilson-Bridges points to the offerings of the first brothers to help us understand worship.
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Images as Angels
Written By: Dan Wilt, M.Min.
Images have the distinct ability to grab the attention and thoughts of every person in the room. This illustration drives that point home.
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Wired for Divine Experience
Written By: Bob Rognlien
One of the pitfalls of technology in worship is losing sight of the fact that worship is first and foremost a human experience with God.
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Great Texts on Worship
Written By: Rev. Hughes Oliphant Old
Focusing on Luke 4:16-30, here is the first in an exclusive seven-part worship series on the great biblical texts on worship written by renowned theologian, Hughes Oliphant Old.
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Clover Website Winners
Written By: Jeremy Armstrong
Clover and Worship Leader joined together to giveaway a free website upgrade. Clover decided to give websites to three different churches. Here are the winners with links to their current sites.
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Twitter Capo Extravaganza
Written By: @WLMagazine
Twitter winners of the set list capo giveaway.
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IMAG: One Expensive Background?
Written By: Camron Ware
If you have a large room, you want IMAG to bring the congregation closer to the people on stage so they feel more a part of the experience. Find out how.
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Christmas in September
Written By: Warren Anderson
Before you know it, the holiday season will be upon us. Are you ready for it? If you still have some sifting to do, let us help you. Here are all the new programming offerings for Noel '09.
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"Jesus Saves" Video Tutorial
Written By: Tim Hughes
 The song "Jesus Saves" is featured on Song DISCovery 79. Here Tim Hughes shares a little about the song and teaches how to play it.
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In Memory of Josiah Berger
Written By: Worship Leader
 Those of you who were at NWLC in Kansas City this summer will remember Pastor Steve Berger's warmth, humor, sensitivity and reservoir of skill at weaving together a service as well as his spiritually rich workshops. Join Steve and his wife, Sara, in a memorial service for their son Josiah who was fatally injured in an automobile accident on August 11. Not only will this homegoing move you, it will grow you and give you tools of form and content when facing tragedies in your church or personal life. We grieve his loss and celebrate Josiah's life with his parents and church family.
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Where Worship Begins
Written By: Scott Wesley Brown
Long time Christian artist, Scotty Wesley Brown, tried a new position in worship, from the stage to the front door-and that made all the difference.
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Freddy Rodriguez Sings the Odes
Written By: NWLC 2009
Missed the conference? Watch Freddy Rodriguez and the NWLC 2009 Conference Choir sing "Put On the Grace" from The Odes Project at the NWLC 2009.
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Electronic Processing
Written By: Focal Press
Brad Herring, and author from Focal Press, Shares an excerpt from his book, Sound, Lighting and Video: A Resource for Worship about the positive effects Electronic Processing can have in your mix.
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Worship 2.0 Leaders
Written By: Various
Consider this an online primer for worship ministry and how it will be impacted by the Internet in the next decade.
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Where Angels Fear to Tread
Written By: Quentin Schultze
A conversation between publisher of Worship Leader Magazine Chuck Fromm and communications expert Quentin Schultze about the state of Worship 2.0 and what you should know before rushing in to join the latest trends. ... more>
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Web 2.0 with Zack Hubert
Written By: Zack Hubert and Worship Leader
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Web 2.0 with Nathan Clark
Written By: Nathan Clark and Worship Leader
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Web 2.0 with Greg Atkinson
Written By: Greg Atkinson and Worship Leader
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Web 2.0 with Dr. David Bourgeois
Written By: Dr. David Bourgeois and Worship Leader
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Web 2.0 with Dan Lacich
Written By: Dan Lacich and Worship Leader
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Web 2.0 with Bobby Gruenwald
Written By: Bobby Gruenwald and Worship Leader Magazine
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Web 2.0 with Bobby Gruenwald
Written By: Bobby Gruenwald and Worship Leader Magazine
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Technical Begets
Written By: Media Shout
Where did your journey with technology begin?
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Machines of Minsitry
Written By: Worship Leader
 Let's create a brain trust so that we don't have to walk blindly into purchases for our ministry needs. Tell us what works and what doesn't.
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Worship 2.0 Well
Written By: Dr. Chuck Fromm
We all know that Facebook exists, but discover why it exists in this incisive look at Web 2.0 and worship.
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Wont Stay Silent- by Tim Hughes
Written By: Tim Hughes
Check out Tim Hughes discussing the song, "Wont Stay Silent."
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Thinking Through the Medium and the Message
Written By: Shane Hipps
Communications guru Shane Hipps shares more of his story and thoughts about community via new networks.
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Electro Voice Solution
Written By: Electro Voice
Electro-Voice brings value and performance to San Luis Rey Valley United Methodist Church in Oceanside, CA
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The Trinity and the Visual
Written By: Steve Frost
Steve Frost from Work of the People writes about using the power of images and film to give a firmer understanding of the Trinity.
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Part 2: Marcos Witt at the NWLC 2008
Written By: Marcos Witt
The follow-up to part one of Marcos Witt's talk at the National Worship Leader Conference 2008.
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From the Office to the Stage: A Media Shout Journey
Written By: Media Shout
MediaShout Version 4 includes a few tools to make the process of weekly gatherings more streamlined for everyone involved ... more>
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Electro Voice Solution
Written By: Electro Voice
Find out how Electro Voice solved a crucial AV solution for venue with multiple needs. ... more>
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Singing in Spirit and in Truth
Written By: Alexis D. Abernathy, PhD
What happens physically when we sing songs, Psalms, and spiritual hymns?
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Nia Allen
Written By: NWLC 2008
 Wondering what you missed at the NWLC 2008? Here is an exclusive video of Nia Allen's performance of "Made Me Glad".
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Worship and Money
Written By: Dr. Mark Roberts
Dr. Mark Roberts gives a perspective on biblical worship and money. Can the two co-exist?
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Sing a New Song
Written By: Big Idea
Coming this Easter: Veggie Tales: Here I am to Worship with songs sung by Natalie Grand and Aaron Shust.
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Salary Poll Results
Written By: Various
Included in the March/April issue of Worship Leader is an anonymous salary poll taken by our readers. This is designed to help aid in making wise budget choices during the fluctuating economy. Here is a more in depth look at the results.
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Eternal Satisfaction
Written By: Scotty Smith
Despite the hard economic times, as Christians we know only one Who can satisfy. ... more>
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7 Words of Worship: The Key to Experiencing a Lifetime of God's Grace
Written By: Mike Harland and Stan Moser
The 7 Words of Worship study gives us a glimpse of what grace has to do with worship.
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2008 Praise Awards
Written By: Various
Announcing the artists and projects you chose as exemplary in the devotional arts for 2008. ... more>
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Carvin
Written By: Carvin
CARVIN, the name musicians everywhere trust for high quality guitars, basses, instrument amplifiers, recording equipment, and sound reinforcement (SR) products, has addressed some industry demands with the release of some new products.
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Song Writing: Crafting Songs to Carry Us From the Past and Into the Future
Written By: David Neff
How do we create songs that represent the history of the church and look to the hope of the future?
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Letters From Sydney: Priorities
Written By: Darlene Zschech
Darlene Zschech reminds us Who is our first priority in the busy world we live in.
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MediaShout: Version 4 Preview
Written By: MediaShout
With great anticipation, the Newest Version of MediaShout is almost ready to be released. MediaShout is offering a look into what to expect with a preview blog! Check out two of their latest entries, complete with answers to some of your most asked questions.
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7 Words of Worship
Written By: Mike Harland and Stan Moser
Mike Harland and Stan Moser seek to get to the root of worship in their book Seven Words of Worship, explaining why and how we should worship despite stylistic preferences. Take a look at this month's word: Creation.
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The Impending Change of Wireless Mics
Written By: Kent Morris
Starting February 17, 2009, the fate of wireless mics is changing. The rules no longer apply, and we are faced with a challenge of adapting to change in the midst of an unstable economy. Kent Morris shares with us his ideas on the best way to smoothly make this transition.
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Song Story: Everylasting God
Written By:
Brenton Brown's "Everlasting God" was the first Christian song to be recognized at the London Awards Ceremony, was nominated for the 2008 "Worship Song of the Year", and is being used by worship leaders all over the globe. Find out the story behind this esteemed praise song.
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From Under Your Tree to Around the World
Written By:
Want to make Christmas more than gifts? Here are a few places you can purchase gifts for a cause; giving to those with the least and celebrating the incarnation in a way that makes sense.
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Doing Drama Right (Part 2)
Written By: George Halitzka
Last month George Halitzka shared with us the vital role good drama plays in our services of worship. This month, he aids us in implementing good strategies for a noteworthy Holiday service.
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Doing Drama Right (Part 1)
Written By: George Halitzka
We have all seen church dramas go terribly wrong. George Halitzka emphasizes the impact a good sketch can have on your regular attendees and your first-timers without compromising the integrity of your service, while keeping your seats full.
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Culture and Christianity
Written By: Charlie Peacock
"All culture is God's culture in that it occurs in His world under His authority," says Peacock as he explores the responsibility of Christians to be culture-makers, not culture-dividers.
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Stay on Target
Written By: Dr. Chuck Fromm
In a world of multi-media changes, Dr. Chuck Fromm, challenges us to stay on target with the Word of God.
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Come, Now is the Time for Blogging
Written By: Dr. Mark D. Roberts
Mark Roberts explains why the world of blogging can be a helpful tool for you and your ministry and how to get started.
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The Audition Process
Written By: Lincoln Brewster
Lincoln Brewster shares a few tips about making the most out of the seemingly daunting experience of the worship team audition process.
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Cheers and Jeers of Technology in Worship
Written By: Dr. Mark D. Roberts and Pastor Chuck Jr.
Find out the pros and cons, the goods and bad, and the ups and downs of having technology play a part in our services of worship.
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Worship in the Light
Written By: Mike Weaver
Being a part of the Church means learning to look and act like Jesus. Part of the face of Christ is found in our brokenness and the healing found in community.
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Copyrights: Team Legalities
Written By: Susan Fontaine Godwin
Is your CD-burning or Xerox-copying for rehearsals illegal? You need this guide.
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Higher Learning
Written By: The Worshiper Magazine
"Worship" is an expansive term; one that can take a lifetime to untangle. Here are some programs that allow you to delve deeper into the theology and practice of worship.
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Wake-Up Call
Written By: with Israel Houghton
In anticipation of the conference, we sat down with Israel Houghton and discussed what is pressing on his heart.
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Planning Center Live: Real-Time tech for Your Services of Worship
Written By: Aaron Stewart
Making the most of the instant benefits available in technology to effectively plan your worship service.
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Anthems for All Occasions
Written By: Warren Anderson
Summer is here, and it's time to plan your choral calendar. Warren Anderson gives you the must haves for the upcoming year.
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Straining to Praise: When Congregational Songs Get Out of Reach
Written By: Dan Grassi
When your congregation's range does not fit original key, you must learn to play beyond the range of your worship team.
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Planning Center: Technology & The Human Touch
Written By: Aaron Stewart
Get the most out of connecting with your team for availability and meetings, and manage your own tasks and schedules.
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Capturing the Moment
Written By: Brenton Brown
There is an art in seizing the unpredictable moment of inspiration. By Brenton Brown
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Kiss Me?
Written By: Matt Redman
There are plenty of venues for love songs, but is the worship service one of them?
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The Toolbox Expanded
Written By: Darlene Zschech & Brenton Brown
In the May issue of Worship Leader we asked seven prominent worship leaders to tackle seven prominent sins. Here are the uncut versions of the articles by Darlene Zschech and Brenton Brown.
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The Must-Have: Boss’ RT-20
Written By: Michael Hodge
The inside track on why this guitar gadget has found a permanent place on Michael Hodge's main pedalboard.
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Planning Center Tips & Tricks
Written By: Aaron Stewart
Get the most out of this planning program designed to serve your service of worship.
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Art of the Attach
Written By: Aaron Stewart
How to get the most out of the attachment features on the Planning Center.
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The Other Side of the Coin
Written By: Worship Leader
Get a deeper understanding of what goes into the industry side of things with one of worship recording's most prominent producers, Ed Cash.
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Church Profile: Chapel Rock Christian Church
Written By: Jim Bybee
See how the Roland Digital Grand Piano made a difference in one church. ... more>
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A Different Light
Written By: Craig Detweiler
Bringing films to your service of worship can be a challenge. Here are 6 of the best resources on the Net to help get you started.
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V-Drums At Lighthouse Community Church
Written By: Cash McCloy
As the Worship Pastor/Music Director of Lighthouse Community Church in Costa Mesa, CA., I can say that the Roland TD-20S V-Drums have been the perfect solution for our very "acoustically-challenged" church.... more>
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Revoicing the Hymns: A Conversation with Don Hustad
Written By: Chuck Fromm
The art of "hymnody" is a long established Christian tradition dating back to the very substance of the Scripture itself. But what does that mean for us today?
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How the Matrix Changed My Life
Written By: Aaron Stewart
Until about a year ago, if I thought about the Matrix, I would be envisioning the 1999 Keanu Reeves movie in which a computer hacker learns that the world is not what he thought it was. But all that changed when Planning Center Online, our online worship planning software, added a new weapon to its arsenal.... more>
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From the Platform of Faith
Written By: Marcos Witt
Are you sometimes overzealous in your desire to get your congregation in to a state of abandon? Marcos Witt reminds us that we have our jobs, and we should let the Holy Spirit take care of His part.
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A Worship Plan for Vegas
Written By: Aaron Stewart
Living and working in Las Vegas has many similarities to living and working as a music pastor. Being a music pastor is not a job that can easily be turned off at the end of the day; it can be the job that never sleeps. You can’t really tell your creativity what your hours are, and your volunteers don’t usually stick to your schedule either. In addition, just like the lights of Las Vegas, there is a barrage of distractions coming at you from every angle. With so many things competing for your attention, it can be difficult to remain focused. ... more>
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Tips for Smooth and Effective Rehearsals
Written By: Carlton Dillard
Organization, length, preparation--rehearsals have a lot that can go wrong. But there is a lot that can go right, as well.
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The Journey
Written By: Brian Doerksen
Tired of trying to make every one of your worship set sound like a weekly top 10 radio program? Brian Doerksen encourages us to focus more on inviting people on a journey. ... more>
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The Gentle Whisper
Written By: Natalie Grant
Natalie Grant and her personal story of growth and awakening by being open and sensitive to God anytime, anywhere.
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New Venture for a Veteran Artist
Written By: An interview with Don Moen
Songwriter and veteran worship leader Don Moen continues to grow the new Don Moen Company with the acquisition of WorshipTeam.com on the heels of its initial move with MediaComplete in August of 2008. In a recent interview Moen discussed his passion for the “new generation worship team” with author Lynn Scarborough.
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How Can We Guarantee A Great 2008?
Written By: Scotty Smith
In 2008, will you trust in the faithfulness of your Savior or resolve to the power of resolution?
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Worship Guitarist - Streamlining with the Cube-60
Written By: Paul McCombs
Worship Obstacles
Like most musicians playing in Sunday worship services, I am not a paid professional. In my experience, a successful contemporary worship musician must be driven by a heart for worship and a desire to return more than originally given. ... more>
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A Master Plan for Faster Planning
Written By: Aaron Stewart
Organization Overload
As a music pastor, I’m always looking for the most efficient way to accomplish my tasks in order to be more of a minister than an administrator. I have the pleasure of serving at Central Christian Church in Las Vegas, Nevada. When I started there, I was thrilled to find that they had already made organization a high priority as evidenced by a plethora of Word and Excel documents. There were the monthly band and vocalist schedules; Big Brother, our Excel document with all past and future weekends side by side (including every song, person, video, and other elements for each week); Excel documents for each and every service order; Excel booking sheets, detailing every person and piece of equipment necessary for our tech department; plus all the other various details floating around in our heads. ... more>
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No Light Without the Dark
Written By: Shaun Groves
When writing your own story, reflect on how to take guidance from the ultimate storyteller-God.
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Joy to the World!
Written By: Dr. Mark D. Roberts
New insight into the popular Christmas carol "Joy to the World," and a look at Psalm 98 as the basis for joyful worship.
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Song Story: "Indescribable"
Written By: As told to Jeremy Armstrong
Laura Story on how the beauty of God overwhelmed her with inspiration in writing her song "Indescribable."
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Listen Before You Leap
Written By: Shaun Groves
Before you jump into the craziness of your day, take the time to be still and listen for what God has prepared.
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Worship Challenge
Written By: The Worshiper
A look at living intentionally through the Gospel and serving as an act of worship
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Passion
Written By: Matt Redman
Matt Redman talks about writing songs that overflow from a passionate heart. ... more>
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Worship State of Mind
Written By: Martin Smith
Worship Leader Martin Smith encourages people to find their mission and actively answer the call to worship.
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GarageBand Worship
Written By: Karen Ward
Worshipers no longer want to sit back as the audience, they now are actively pursuing a role in production, in hopes of being a part of the transforming worship culture.
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Warning: You May Not Want to Read This
Written By: By Paul Herman, CCLI
Paul Herman talks about Christian Licensing International and how it offers an easy, cost-effective solution for churches using any form of copyrighted works.... more>
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A Few of My Favorite Things
Written By: Andy Chamberlain
As many worship bands center their tones on guitar driven sounds, here is a list of gear Andy Chamberlain uses to get the best sound possible.
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Increasing Vocal Range
Written By: Tim Carson
Tim Carson helps you explore the aspects of an increasing vocal range by examining two main functions of your voice: head voice and chest voice.
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God’s Word for the State: A Journal Entry
Written By: Vicky Beeching
Vicky Beeching shares her personal account of the inspiration that God gave her while a guest at the 46th Annual California Prayer Breakfast.
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Vocal Artistry, Part 4: Control and Flexibility
Written By: Tim Carson
Tim Carson helps you identify and improve your skill in four specific areas of vocal production: Diction, Vibrato, Tone Color and Pitch Inflections. ... more>
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June 2007
Written By: Various
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In Their Own Words
Written By: Jeremy Armstrong
After years of success with their trend setting live worship style, why did Hillsong United decide to go studio with their newest release? Joel Houston shares.
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Vocal Artistry, Part 3: Vocal Freedom
Written By: Tim Carson
Is it really possible for a singer to move beyond limitations that seem natural? Yes. Tim Carson offers insight on gaining a greater control over your voice.
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In Memory of Dr. Robert Webber
Written By:
Dr. Robert Webber died Friday April 27th at 6:10 PM (Eastern time) in his wife, Joanne's arms.
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Free Worship Leader Netcourse!
Written By: Rory Noland
Have you heard the buzz about the new Worship Leader Netcourses? Click here to get a full, free Netcourse taught by Rory Noland.
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Vocal Artistry, Part 2
Written By: Tim Carson
Stage Communication: The Intersection of Story and Song
When we sing, we want our congregations to see something real, something that motivates them to open their hearts to God. Tim Carson delves deeper into using the voice God gave you.
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Tech Feature
Written By: Kent Morris
Aiming Higher: Solving Sound at Crosspointe Church
Are you captive to your sound system? Wondering how the system is going to make or break your spirit every week? Read about how the SMAART measurement software takes out the guesswork.
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Vocal Artistry
Written By: Tim Carson
We've all seen lifeless singers on stage, but hopefully we've also experienced vocal artists that draw us in with their voice and presence. Tim Carson starts this five-part series on vocal artistry to help us all achieve this.
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Hillsong United’s Joel Houston
Written By: Joel Houston
As leader of one of the most prominent worship bands in the world today, Joel Houston talks about the structure and the art of writing songs with your worship band.
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Trinity
Written By: Matt Redman
Worship leader and recording artist Matt Redman challenges us to think theologically and write songs that are sound. ... more>
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Days of Elijah
Written By: Robin Mark
A song filled with Old Testament images and characters, here is more of Robin Mark’s explanation of his song “Days of Elijah.” ... more>
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Real Blended Worship
Written By: Scotty Smith
Today's worship leaders are increasingly following Jesus' example, communicating via the iconic power of images. However, before you dive headlong with movies in worship, read what Craig Detweiler has to say about film, idols, icons and incarnation.
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Film: The Iconic Power Of Moving Images
Written By: Craig Detweiler
What makes movies so moving? Rousing images from The Lord of the Rings and Gladiator are imprinted on our collective memory. Moments from Finding Neverland or Hotel Rwanda can reduce us to tears. Key scenes from The Shawshank Redemption still inspire us, years after first seeing them.... more>
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Let All The Earth Rejoice
Written By: Martin Smith
In our English language we use the word "love" a lot. I love that movie; we loved our car; I love your hair; I love you God.... more>
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Leeland: Baytown son gets a Grammy nomination
Written By: Leeland Mooring
18-year-old Leeland and his band got the Grammy nod on their debut record. He explains why it won't go to his head.
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