Beyond Sunday Worship Leader Podcast

Click to Listen In This Episode, We Talk About… How Mosaic is handling COVID-19Andy’s musical and Mosaic journeyAndy’s role at MosaicWhat makes the culture of Mosaic uniqueHow to approach creative ideas in corporate worshipCreativity vs Accessibility How to structure songwriting retreatsCreative elements of the Human MSC projectCreative constraintsHow to move on after writing a “hit” song Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning CenterMusic: Human by Mosaic MSC Subscription Links Subscribe via iTunesSubscribe via StitcherSubscribe via RSS Your Feedback If you have an idea for a podcast you would like to see, a special guest you’d like to hear from, or a question for an upcoming episode, please email me. If you enjoyed the show, I would be so appreciative if you would rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That helps me so much! Thanks. Question: What was your biggest takeaway from this interview with Andy? You can leave a comment by clicking here. The post #238: Andy Figueroa on Mosaic MSC, Creative Culture, & Navigating Crises [Podcast] appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

A great leader is a great question asker.”Stan Endicott, Founder of Slingshot Group There are no shortage of leadership books in the world today. It seems like every day a new author or speaker is promoting the latest breakthrough formula for team success. If I’m honest, it can be tiresome. But there’s something about Improv Leadership that is different. The principles in this framework are memorable, immediately actionable, and frankly, a game changer. That’s why I wanted to welcome my friend and colleague David Miller on the podcast to talk about it. Too often leaders become task managers and miss out on all the potential of their team. Welcome to Improv Leadership. And let me introduce you to David Miller, one of the authors and an all-around great guy. Enjoy! Click to Listen In This Episode You’ll Hear More About: The power of journalingProductivity hacksWhy “Improv” is essential to leadershipThe 5 competencies of Improv LeadershipThe power of asking the right questionsA few of David’s favorite coaching questionsLeadership as coachingHow Improv Leadership will improve your team Resources Mentioned: Book Website: Improv LeadershipBook: Improv LeadershipBook: 5 Minute JournalBook: One Line a Day JournalWebsite: Slingshot Group (Staffing & Coaching) Subscription Links Subscribe via iTunesSubscribe via StitcherSubscribe via RSS Your Feedback If you have an idea for a podcast you would like to see, a special guest you’d like to hear from, or a question for an upcoming episode, please email me. If you enjoyed the show, I would be so appreciative if you would rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That helps me so much! Thanks. Question: What was your biggest takeaway from this interview with David? You can leave a comment by clicking here. The post #237: David Miller on Improv Leadership, Productivity, & Staff Culture [Podcast] appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

It’s always a good day when Ryan Williams is on the podcast. I love River Valley Church and the culture that Ryan has helped to steward with River Valley Worship. Great songs, wonderful team. We talk about their new project Altars, creative & songwriting process, leading teams, and more! Enjoy: Click to Listen In This Episode You’ll Hear More About: Managing COVID-19 as a large multi site churchDefining your most creative time window during the dayKnowing when to edit and when to let creativity flow.Overcoming decision fatigue as a songwriterThe balance of writing for church and other creative genresThe process of songwriting in the context of a TEAMNot shortcutting the editing process in songwriting Resources Mentioned: Music: Altars by River Valley WorshipWebsite: River Valley Worship Subscription Links Subscribe via iTunesSubscribe via StitcherSubscribe via RSS Your Feedback If you have an idea for a podcast you would like to see, a special guest you’d like to hear from, or a question for an upcoming episode, please email me. If you enjoyed the show, I would be so appreciative if you would rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That helps me so much! Thanks. Question: What was your biggest takeaway from this interview with Ryan? You can leave a comment by clicking here. The post #236: Ryan Williams on River Valley Worship, Creative Process, & Leading Teams [Podcast] appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

For years I’ve admired the work of Eric Owyoung. He is a brilliant musician, but what makes Eric special is his production work and how he can capture an emotion through song. If you don’t know the name Eric Owyoung you may be more familiar with his work as Future of Forestry and more recently, Somniscape. He’s really creating some special music. In this interview we talk about new music, the emotionally healthy artist, habits, creative process, studio setup, and more. Enjoy! Click to Listen In This Episode You’ll Hear More About: Processing COVID-19Being self employed and working from homeThe vision behind SomniscapeThe purpose of texture in musicEric’s creative processThe best time of day for creativityThe use of samples and software over live instrumentsOptimizing a workflow template for creativityPaying attention to your emotional state and meeting your emotional needsThe emotionally healthy artistEric’s studio space and how it’s set upReading biographies Resources Mentioned: Music: Somniscape Volume 3Music: Somniscape Volume 4Software: Vienna Ensemble ProSoftware: Spitfire AudioBook: Into Thin Air: A Personal Account of the Mount Everest Disaster by John Krakauer Book: The Diary of Anne FrankeBook: Stillness is the Key by Ryan Holliday Subscription Links Subscribe via iTunesSubscribe via StitcherSubscribe via RSS Your Feedback If you have an idea for a podcast you would like to see, a special guest you’d like to hear from, or a question for an upcoming episode, please email me. If you enjoyed the show, I would be so appreciative if you would rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That helps me so much! Thanks. Question: What was your biggest takeaway from this interview with Eric? You can leave a comment by clicking here. The post #235: Eric Owyoung on Healthy Habits, Ambient Music, & Creative Process [Podcast] appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

The ministry of Passion will always be close to my heart. The early records provided a soundtrack to new encounters with God and a strong call to ministry for me. Melodie Malone is an integral part of the team and in this interview we talk about what it’s like leading worship as an introvert and some highlights from Passion 2020. Enjoy! Click to Listen In This Episode You’ll Hear More About: Melodie’s journey as a worship leader and what brought her to Passion CityThe differences and similarities between leading worship in large and small gatheringsHighlights from Passion 2020The importance of “reading the room” as a worship leader Resources Mentioned: Music: Roar by Passion BandWebsite: Passion 2021 Subscription Links Subscribe via iTunesSubscribe via StitcherSubscribe via RSS Your Feedback If you have an idea for a podcast you would like to see, a special guest you’d like to hear from, or a question for an upcoming episode, please email me. If you enjoyed the show, I would be so appreciative if you would rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That helps me so much! Thanks. Question: What was your biggest takeaway from this interview with Melodie? You can leave a comment by clicking here. The post #234: Melodie Malone on Leading Worship as an Introvert, Passion 2020, and Blooming Where You’re Planted [Podcast] appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Click to Listen: In This Episode You’ll Hear More About: How Steven started his career in musicSteven’s early musical influencesHow Steven developed his “storytelling” songwriting styleThe story behind the new song/collaboration “Together” Creative Process Resources Mentioned: Music: Together (We’ll Get Through This) with Steven Curtis Chapman, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Brad Paisley, & Lauren AlainaWebsite: Steven Curtis Chapman Subscription Links Subscribe via iTunesSubscribe via StitcherSubscribe via RSS Your Feedback If you have an idea for a podcast you would like to see, a special guest you’d like to hear from, or a question for an upcoming episode, please email me. If you enjoyed the show, I would be so appreciative if you would rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That helps me so much! Thanks. Question: What was your biggest takeaway from this interview with SCC? You can leave a comment by clicking here. The post #233: Steven Curtis Chapman on Creative Process, Unity, and New Music [Podcast] appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

What we do is a cross between a Saturday night Irish pub and a Sunday morning church service.”Gareth Gilkeson of Rend Collective Gareth Gilkeson is one of my favorite interviews for a few reasons. First off, he’s hilarious. Second, he’s not afraid to tell the truth and make fun of himself. Third, he’s a part of Rend Collective, which is a group of amazing people doing amazing things. Don’t miss this! Click to Listen In This Episode You’ll Hear More About: Updates on Rend Collective over the last two yearsReaching unbelievers with “Christian” musicThe tension between palatable corporate worship and creativityStories behind the songsThe second coming of Christ Resources Mentioned: Music: Choose to Worship by Rend CollectiveMusic: Homemade Worship by Handmade People by Rend CollectiveWebsite: Rend Collective Subscription Links Subscribe via iTunesSubscribe via StitcherSubscribe via RSS Your Feedback If you have an idea for a podcast you would like to see, a special guest you’d like to hear from, or a question for an upcoming episode, please email me. If you enjoyed the show, I would be so appreciative if you would rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That helps me so much! Thanks. Question: What was your biggest takeaway from this interview with Gareth? You can leave a comment by clicking here. The post #232: Gareth Gilkeson on Rend Collective, The Worship Industry, & Calling [Podcast] appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

Great to have Ryan Romeo back on the podcast to talk about this new book, “Head in the Clouds, Feet on the Ground.” Ryan is the co-founder of The Outcry Tour and a Creative Arts Pastor in Phoenix. This is such a great discussion about bouncing back from setbacks, setting goals, dreaming big, and more. Enjoy! Click to Listen Show Sponsor Is there a worship team tool you can’t live without? For me, that’s Planning Center. I remember the days of excel spreadsheets and phone calls trying to nail down who was going to be available for Sunday. When we switched to Planning Center nearly 10 years ago, it changed the game for us. All of a sudden, we had an all-in-one solution for scheduling our teams, coordinating schedules, communicating about weekend details, and getting responses from band members. A week doesn’t go by where I don’t use Planning Center.  Maybe many of you use Planning Center to schedule your teams and organize your services. While that’s fantastic, it just scratches the surface of what PCO can do for you. If you’re looking to advance to Planning Center Ninja status, you need to use it as full church management software system. Planning Center provides Check-ins for your kids ministry, an online giving system, managing people and small groups, event registrations, resources, music stand, and a mobile app for your congregation. Crazy right? Planning Center is offering a 30 day FREE trial so you can see for yourself how amazing this service is. After the 30 days are up, pricing all depends on the size of your church. I can say it’s worth the investment of every penny. It’s an easy, low cost solution that yields incredible results. In This Episode You’ll Hear More About: Bouncing back from setbacksEmbracing the season you’re inThe journey of The Outcry TourPractical tips for making dreams a reality Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning CenterBook: Head in the Clouds, Feet on the Ground: A Survival Guide for Creatives, Visionaries, and Dreamers by Ryan Romeo Subscription Links Subscribe via iTunesSubscribe via StitcherSubscribe via RSS Your Feedback If you have an idea for a podcast you would like to see, a special guest you’d like to hear from, or a question for an upcoming episode, please email me. If you enjoyed the show, I would be so appreciative if you would rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That helps me so much! Thanks. Question: What was your biggest takeaway from this interview with Ryan? You can leave a comment by clicking here. The post #231: Ryan Romeo On Setbacks, Dreaming, and Deadlines [Podcast] appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

There isn’t a person who has had more influence on me as a songwriter and worship leader than Matt Redman. God has used him in a wonderful way around the world and he’s still the most humble, down-to-earth person you’ll ever meet. We connect once again to discuss the new record, Let There Be Wonder, and tackle topics such as getting older in ministry, dealing with fame, and songwriting stories. Don’t miss this! Click to Listen Show Sponsor Is there a worship team tool you can’t live without? For me, that’s Planning Center. I remember the days of excel spreadsheets and phone calls trying to nail down who was going to be available for Sunday. When we switched to Planning Center nearly 10 years ago, it changed the game for us. All of a sudden, we had an all-in-one solution for scheduling our teams, coordinating schedules, communicating about weekend details, and getting responses from band members. A week doesn’t go by where I don’t use Planning Center.  Maybe many of you use Planning Center to schedule your teams and organize your services. While that’s fantastic, it just scratches the surface of what PCO can do for you. If you’re looking to advance to Planning Center Ninja status, you need to use it as full church management software system. Planning Center provides Check-ins for your kids ministry, an online giving system, managing people and small groups, event registrations, resources, music stand, and a mobile app for your congregation. Crazy right? Planning Center is offering a 30 day FREE trial so you can see for yourself how amazing this service is. After the 30 days are up, pricing all depends on the size of your church. I can say it’s worth the investment of every penny. It’s an easy, low cost solution that yields incredible results. In This Episode You’ll Hear More About: Reflections on 25+ years of songwriting for the ChurchThe power of co-writingThe process of getting older as a worship leaderThe importance of humility as a leaderHow to create a Godly environment for your kidsThe most surprising song on Let There Be Wonder Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning CenterMusic: Let There Be Wonder by Matt RedmanBook: The Treasury of David by Charles Spurgeon Subscription Links Subscribe via iTunesSubscribe via StitcherSubscribe via RSS Your Feedback If you have an idea for a podcast you would like to see, a special guest you’d like to hear from, or a question for an upcoming episode, please email me. If you enjoyed the show, I would be so appreciative if you would rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That helps me so much! Thanks. Question: What was your biggest takeaway from this interview with Matt? You can leave a comment by clicking here. The post #230: Matt Redman on Worship, Wonder, & Trusting God’s Plan [Podcast] appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.

It’s refreshing to be around someone who has been with Jesus. Sean Curran is a refreshing voice who is more concerned with being in the presence of God than just making music. More than most, he has a leadership style that is disarming and invitational. In this interview we talk about vintage pianos, Passion 2020, creative process, songwriting, and more. Click to Listen Show Sponsor Is there a worship team tool you can’t live without? For me, that’s Planning Center. I remember the days of excel spreadsheets and phone calls trying to nail down who was going to be available for Sunday. When we switched to Planning Center nearly 10 years ago, it changed the game for us. All of a sudden, we had an all-in-one solution for scheduling our teams, coordinating schedules, communicating about weekend details, and getting responses from band members. A week doesn’t go by where I don’t use Planning Center.  Maybe many of you use Planning Center to schedule your teams and organize your services. While that’s fantastic, it just scratches the surface of what PCO can do for you. If you’re looking to advance to Planning Center Ninja status, you need to use it as full church management software system. Planning Center provides Check-ins for your kids ministry, an online giving system, managing people and small groups, event registrations, resources, music stand, and a mobile app for your congregation. Crazy right? Planning Center is offering a 30 day FREE trial so you can see for yourself how amazing this service is. After the 30 days are up, pricing all depends on the size of your church. I can say it’s worth the investment of every penny. It’s an easy, low cost solution that yields incredible results. In This Episode You’ll Hear More About: The collecting of vintage pianosMusical experimentation and creativityCreative processSean’s desert island instrumentHow to engage a roomHow to make large rooms feel smaller Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning CenterWebsite: Sean Curran Subscription Links Subscribe via iTunesSubscribe via StitcherSubscribe via RSS Your Feedback If you have an idea for a podcast you would like to see, a special guest you’d like to hear from, or a question for an upcoming episode, please email me. If you enjoyed the show, I would be so appreciative if you would rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That helps me so much! Thanks. Question: What was your biggest takeaway from this interview with Sean? You can leave a comment by clicking here. The post #229: Sean Curran on Vintage Pianos, Creative Process, & Chicken Wings [Podcast] appeared first on Beyond Sunday Worship.