The Crossway Podcast What Worship in the Church Is Actually About (Ryanne Molinari)
Nov 10, 2025
In this conversation, Ryanne J. Molinari, a talented collaborative pianist and worship director, delves into the transformative power of corporate singing in worship. She explains how music shapes our desires and habits, emphasizing its emotional impact. Ryanne discusses the significance of singing together as a communal and spiritual act, which cultivates Christian fruit. She also addresses the challenges of musical preferences within the church and the importance of humility and openness among worship leaders.
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Early Piano Passion
- Ryanne asked for piano lessons at age five after seeing a friend play Ode to Joy and then practiced obsessively.
- She remembers teachers having to tell her to stop practicing so she could sleep.
Packing Organ Shoes Changed Course
- Ryanne almost left the organ out of her Scotland move but packed the shoes and landed an organ scholar job within five days.
- Playing the church organ became her favorite part of grad school and a vocational turning point.
Music Forms Our Affections
- Music shapes our emotions and desires by repeatedly steering what we think and want.
- Ryanne Molinari says being steeped in worship music guarded and formed her heart toward Christ.
