The MxU Podcast Worship Trends to Leave in 2025
Jan 19, 2026
Explore the tension between dazzling online aesthetics and authentic in-room experiences. The hosts tackle important questions about whether services serve the congregation or chase online fame. They caution against designs that overwhelm volunteers and stress the need for sustainable, healthy worship cultures. Simplicity trumps complexity, and creating genuine moments should take precedence over algorithm-driven content. Ultimately, nurturing long-term team health ensures thriving worship environments for years to come.
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Stop Designing For The Stream First
- Chasing what looks good online can harm the in-room worship experience and volunteer teams.
- Designing sets or mixes primarily for the stream prioritizes optics over congregational engagement.
Make One Good Mix, Not Two
- Train front-of-house teams so one console mix can serve both room and online effectively.
- Avoid investing in separate broadcast resources for most churches unless absolutely necessary.
Design For Your Typical Weekend
- Programming that can only be pulled off on the best weekend is unsustainable and burns volunteers.
- Aim for a baseline of excellence that teams can hit consistently rather than constant high-RPM productions.