In this episode of The Ferment, Diane Thiel-Sharp shares about her early relationship with music, how she came to love the Lord, and early encounters with the Holy Spirit speaking through her in song. She then tells the story of the events that dramatically changed her life, how the Lord has repeatedly opened doors for her, and the story of her well-known song "If You Say Go."   Diane Thiel-Sharp lives in Marietta, Georgia where she and her husband Rod serve at the New Hope Vineyard. Diane has led worship for over 30 years first in the Chicago area and then as Worship Pastor at the Marietta Vineyard until 2010. For many years Diane helped empower and train worship leaders through Worship Boot Camps, Call to Worship Tours, retreats and song writer gatherings,  as well as serving for a season on the Vineyard Worship task force. During that time she had several songs recorded and released (If You Say Go, Come Lord Jesus and others).

A Vocal Coach with Jan Smith Studios in Atlanta, Diane draws from her years of experience including early years of recording and touring with her late husband in the Contemporary Christian Music and Indie Rock scene in Chicago. She works with artists all over the U.S. and overseas, helping them discover and care for their voices.

Married in 2011 , Diane and Rod have enjoyed partnering  for the last 10 years with the Pastor Sabbath Retreats, ministering to Vineyard Pastors, spouses and leaders through worship and Inner Healing Prayer. They are currently part of Flourishing Leaders offering prayer through Zoom. Having both lost their first spouse, God has used their story of pain and loss to minister to others.

The Sharps’ life in Marietta is full with their growing family of four married children and five grandchildren. They love opening their home for church small groups, family gatherings and house shows which has become a fun way to connect with their neighbors.

  Show Notes:  Vineyard Worship featuring Diane Thiel-Sharp https://spoti.fi/3MDM5fe   The Ferment feat. “Mama Jan” Smith  https://bit.ly/38BnVDu Looking for a vocal coach?  https://jansmith.com   Socials:  Instagram @thefermentpodcast Twitter @fermentcast TikTok @vineyardworship