The MxU Podcast
Where church leaders, techs, and creatives get practical tools and real talk to lead with excellence every Sunday. Hosted by the MxU team and special guests, we dive into worship, production, leadership, and everything in between.
Latest episodes
Jun 9, 2025 • 21min
Churches Keep Wasting Thousands on Gear—Here’s What to Do Instead
Download your free volunteer development toolkit here: https://getmxu.com/resources/volunteer-development-toolkitMasterclasses for every position in worship ministry: https://getmxu.com/browseFREE RESOURCES🆓 Take advantage of all the free resources for worship and tech teams that MxU has to offer (growing weekly): https://getmxu.com/resourcesIMPROVE YOUR SUNDAY SERVICES🎓 1,000+ Training Videos: https://getmxu.com/training🖥️ Volunteer Training Tool: https://getmxu.com/learning-managemen...🚀 Personalized Coaching: https://getmxu.com/coachingJOIN THE COMMUNITY📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mxurocks/🤝 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MxUrocks🎬 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mxurocksWHAT IS MxU?MxU is an online training platform for church leaders to train and equip their worship and tech volunteers: https://getmxu.com
Jun 2, 2025 • 12min
The System That Gets You 5 New Worship Volunteers
Download your free volunteer development toolkit here: https://getmxu.com/resources/volunteer-development-toolkitFREE RESOURCES🆓 Take advantage of all the free resources for worship and tech teams that MxU has to offer (growing weekly): https://getmxu.com/resourcesIMPROVE YOUR SUNDAY SERVICES🎓 1,000+ Training Videos: https://getmxu.com/training🖥️ Volunteer Training Tool: https://getmxu.com/learning-managemen...🚀 Personalized Coaching: https://getmxu.com/coachingJOIN THE COMMUNITY📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mxurocks/🤝 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MxUrocks🎬 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mxurocksWHAT IS MxU?MxU is an online training platform for church leaders to train and equip their worship and tech volunteers: https://getmxu.com
May 26, 2025 • 20min
Why It's Hard to Build Volunteer Worship Culture
Download your free volunteer development toolkit here: https://getmxu.com/resources/volunteer-development-toolkitFREE RESOURCES🆓 Take advantage of all the free resources for worship and tech teams that MxU has to offer (growing weekly): https://getmxu.com/resourcesIMPROVE YOUR SUNDAY SERVICES🎓 1,000+ Training Videos: https://getmxu.com/training🖥️ Volunteer Training Tool: https://getmxu.com/learning-managemen...🚀 Personalized Coaching: https://getmxu.com/coachingJOIN THE COMMUNITY📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mxurocks/🤝 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MxUrocks🎬 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mxurocksWHAT IS MxU?MxU is an online training platform for church leaders to train and equip their worship and tech volunteers: https://getmxu.com
May 19, 2025 • 17min
The REAL Skills You Need as a New Worship Team
Most people think worship team success is all about talent. It’s not. In this episode, we break down the five skills every worship team member actually needs — from spiritual depth to musical prep to leading with humility. Whether you're brand new or rebuilding team culture, this conversation will give you a blueprint that changes everything. Let’s level up your worship team.FREE RESOURCES🆓 Take advantage of all the free resources for worship and tech teams that MxU has to offer (growing weekly): https://getmxu.com/resourcesIMPROVE YOUR SUNDAY SERVICES🎓 1,000+ Training Videos: https://getmxu.com/training🖥️ Volunteer Training Tool: https://getmxu.com/learning-managemen...🚀 Personalized Coaching: https://getmxu.com/coachingJOIN THE COMMUNITY📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mxurocks/🤝 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MxUrocks🎬 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mxurocksWHAT IS MxU?MxU is an online training platform for church leaders to train and equip their worship and tech volunteers: https://getmxu.com
May 12, 2025 • 16min
How to Lead Communion During Worship Sets (without falling off the rails)
Leading communion during worship isn’t just a transition — it’s a sacred moment that carries real spiritual weight. In this episode, Spencer and Nate unpack how to lead communion with clarity, reverence, and confidence. From choosing the right Scripture and setting the tone, to avoiding common pitfalls, you’ll get practical tips that help you lead well — no matter your church size or style. Whether you're new to leading or looking to grow, this conversation will help you make every communion moment meaningful.FREE RESOURCES🆓 Take advantage of all the free resources for worship and tech teams that MxU has to offer (growing weekly): https://getmxu.com/resourcesIMPROVE YOUR SUNDAY SERVICES🎓 1,000+ Training Videos: https://getmxu.com/training🖥️ Volunteer Training Tool: https://getmxu.com/learning-managemen...🚀 Personalized Coaching: https://getmxu.com/coachingJOIN THE COMMUNITY📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mxurocks🤝 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MxUrocks🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mxurocksWHAT IS MxU?MxU is an online training platform for church leaders to train and equip their worship and tech volunteers: https://getmxu.com
May 5, 2025 • 17min
The Secret to ACTUALLY Engaging Your Congregation in Worship
If your church feels disengaged during worship, the problem probably isn’t your setlist — it’s the relationship gap between the stage and the seats. In this episode of the MxU Podcast, Spencer and Dillan break down why relational leadership before the first song is the real key to engagement. You’ll learn how to use the margin after soundcheck to connect with your church in simple, powerful ways that build trust and transform the room. Worship leadership doesn’t start on stage — it starts in the lobby.FREE RESOURCES🆓 Take advantage of all the free resources for worship and tech teams that MxU has to offer (growing weekly): https://getmxu.com/resourcesIMPROVE YOUR SUNDAY SERVICES🎓 1,000+ Training Videos: https://getmxu.com/training🖥️ Volunteer Training Tool: https://getmxu.com/learning-managemen...🚀 Personalized Coaching: https://getmxu.com/coachingJOIN THE COMMUNITY📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mxurocks🤝 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MxUrocks🎬 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mxurocksWHAT IS MxU?MxU is an online training platform for church leaders to train and equip their worship and tech volunteers: https://getmxu.com
Apr 28, 2025 • 31min
#193 - Worship Teams Might Be the Most Spiritually At-Risk
Most worship teams don’t mean to drift spiritually. It just… happens. The rehearsals, the planning, the production—it’s all good until soul takes a backseat. In this video, we’re talking about why so many teams lose their spiritual edge (without even realizing it) — and how to change it before your team culture goes downhill.IMPORTANT LINKS• FREE Devotional Guide: https://getmxu.com/resources/devotionalFREE RESOURCES🆓 Take advantage of all the free resources for worship and tech teams that MxU has to offer (growing weekly): https://getmxu.com/resourcesIMPROVE YOUR SUNDAY SERVICES🎓 1,000+ Training Videos: https://getmxu.com/training🖥️ Volunteer Training Tool: https://getmxu.com/learning-managemen...🚀 Personalized Coaching: https://getmxu.com/coachingJOIN THE COMMUNITY📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mxurocks🤝 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MxUrocks🎬 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mxurocksWHAT IS MxU?MxU is an online training platform for church leaders to train and equip their worship and tech volunteers: https://getmxu.com
Apr 21, 2025 • 28min
#192 - How to Train Background Vocalists on Your Worship Team
How should you train background vocalists on your worship team? Most just tell them to “blend better.” Some talk about dynamics. Almost none address oversinging. But what if there was a better way to coach BGVs? Let us show you how.IMPORTANT LINKS• FREE Vocal Warmup Guide: https://getmxu.com/resources/vocal-warmup• The Essential Guide for Worship Vocalists: https://app.getmxu.com/playlists/the-essential-guide-for-worship-vocalists• Vocal Workshops with Shannon: https://shannonpinkston.mymusicstaff.com• FREE Team Night Guide: https://getmxu.com/resources/team-night-guideFREE RESOURCES🆓 Take advantage of all the free resources for worship and tech teams that MxU has to offer (growing weekly): https://getmxu.com/resourcesIMPROVE YOUR SUNDAY SERVICES🎓 1,000+ Training Videos: https://getmxu.com/training🖥️ Volunteer Training Tool: https://getmxu.com/learning-managemen...🚀 Personalized Coaching: https://getmxu.com/coachingJOIN THE COMMUNITY📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mxurocks/🤝 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MxUrocksWHAT IS MxU?MxU is an online training platform for church leaders to train and equip their worship and tech volunteers: https://getmxu.com
Apr 14, 2025 • 16min
#191 - How to Build a Worship Team That’s Ready, Not Just Scheduled
Too many worship and tech teams rely on volunteers who feel underprepared and overwhelmed. When training is unclear or inconsistent, the result is burnout, frustration, and stalled growth. But it doesn’t have to be that way. This podcast gives you practical tools, systems, and real-life insight to resource your worship and tech volunteers with confidence. Whether you're starting from scratch or refining what you’ve built, we’ll help you create a team that’s equipped, engaged, and ready.IMPORTANT LINKS• How to Leave Rehearsal Energized: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xYkkmaOFVPg&t=7s• Planning Center Training: https://go.getmxu.com/planning-center-courseFREE RESOURCES🆓 Take advantage of all the free resources for worship and tech teams that MxU has to offer (growing weekly): https://getmxu.com/resourcesIMPROVE YOUR SUNDAY SERVICES🎓 1,000+ Training Videos: https://getmxu.com/training🖥️ Volunteer Training Tool: https://getmxu.com/learning-management-system🚀 Personalized Coaching: https://getmxu.com/coachingJOIN THE COMMUNITY📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mxurocks/🤝 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MxUrocks🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mxurocksWHAT IS MxU?MxU is an online training platform for church leaders to train and equip their worship and tech volunteers: https://getmxu.com
Apr 7, 2025 • 23min
#190 - Rehearsals Don’t Have to Drain You
EQUIP YOUR WORSHIP & TECH VOLUNTEERShttps://getmxu.com/?utm_campaign=podcast-rehearsals-don’t-have-to-drain-youFREE RESOURCEShttps://getmxu.com/resources/?utm_campaign=podcast-rehearsals-don’t-have-to-drain-you1,000+ TRAINING VIDEOS FOR WORSHIP & TECH VOLUNTEERShttps://getmxu.com/training/?utm_campaign=podcast-rehearsals-don’t-have-to-drain-youVOLUNTEER LEARNING SYSTEM FOR WORSHIP & TECH TEAMShttps://getmxu.com/learning-management-system/?utm_campaign=podcast-rehearsals-don’t-have-to-drain-youPERSONALIZED COACHINGhttps://getmxu.com/coaching/?utm_campaign=podcast-rehearsals-don’t-have-to-drain-youMxU is an online training platform for church leaders to train and equip their worship and tech volunteers.https://getmxu.com/?utm_campaign=podcast-rehearsals-don’t-have-to-drain-you
