Lead Worship Well

Aaron Williams is a Franklin, Tennessee-based artist and songwriter who is passionate about helping people discover and develop an abiding relationship with Jesus. We discuss his desire for investing in worship leaders through his ministry The Way of Worship, leading in the midst of anxiety, and how his song “Resurrection Hope” emphasizes both the grief and hope we experience each year looking toward Easter Sunday.Aaron Williams resources on MultiTracks.com: https://www.multitracks.com/artists/Aaron-Williams/Follow us @multitracks // @multitracksgospel // @leadworshipwellwww.multitracks.com

David Leonard began performing with NEEDTOBREATHE before becoming one-half of the critically acclaimed and GRAMMYⓇ-nominated duo All Sons & Daughters. Now, as a GMA Dove AwardⓇ-winning producer, creative partner and songwriter, he’s co-written songs like “Great Are You Lord,” “Christ Be All Around,” and “All The Poor and Powerless.” It was in 2019 when he released his first solo project, The Wait, a special collection of personal and reflective songs.We speak with David on longevity in ministry and learn some lessons and observations from David on his years serving the church. This conversation really amplifies David’s heart for the Church and resourcing worship leaders and we hope it blesses you! Resources from David Leonard: https://www.multitracks.com/artists/David-Leonard/Follow us @multitracks // @multitracksgospel // @leadworshipwellwww.multitracks.com

“Broken things can become blessed things when we let God do the mending.” We speak with our friends at Watoto in Uganda this week! Watoto brings hope and healing to vulnerable women and children in Uganda and South Sudan. Their ministry is inherently transformative and their choir has been able to show what God can do: His presence empowering the least of these to not only worship locally, but to sing in places like The White House, The Queen’s Jubilee and more. We also speak on Brad & Rebekah’s role in this ministry, how they helped start the camp where the songs from their upcoming record were written, how Playback has allowed Watoto to “set the table and then get out of the way” in worship, and their role in the global, redemptive story of Jesus.Check out their new album, coming May 23rd, and stay tuned until the end to hear how you can support the mission at Watoto! Resources for Watoto: https://www.multitracks.com/songs/Watoto/Dream-Again/Follow us @multitracks // @multitracksgospel // @leadworshipwellwww.multitracks.com

It is Seph Schlueter's deep passion to awaken people's hearts, help lead others into an encounter with Jesus, and give language to a relationship with God through his music. In 2024, Seph released his debut major label EP, Counting My Blessings, which offers organic pop sensibilities and relatable lyrics that speak to his all-consuming love for Jesus. We chat with him about caring for our relationship with Jesus amongst changing seasons, and investing in and empowering the next generation of church leaders to be all God has made them to be. Resources for Seph Schlueter: https://www.multitracks.com/artists/Seph-Schlueter/Follow us @multitracks // @multitracksgospel // @leadworshipwellwww.multitracks.com

Fred Hammond is one of the most respected names in the music industry. He is a Grammy Award-winning vocalist, songwriter, musician, producer and arranger, and the architect behind the genre of Urban Praise & Worship—a genre of gospel music that did not exist prior.Fred speaks on the instruments he fell in love with at an early age, the influence of the R&B scene on his work (and how using that influence got him out of his own way in trying to write traditional gospel music), and the role that Christ-centered humility has played in his life and career. We were honored to host this legend and discuss not only his significant contributions to gospel music, but the aspirations he has for his ongoing legacy. Follow us @multitracks // @multitracksgospel // @leadworshipwellwww.multitracks.com

For our last podcast episode of the year, we hosted Kaleb Moore and Jonathan Walker of Prestonwood Baptist Church. They talk about leadership and preparation during Christmas, how to care for our own souls during the busiest seasons of the year, and approaching Christmas from a missional posture. Find resources for Prestonwood Worship on MultiTracks.com.Follow us @multitracks // @multitracksgospel // @leadworshipwellwww.multitracks.com

We have a festive episode today with Phil Wickham! Hallelujah! It’s Christmas! is Phil’s new album for the season. He discusses the reasoning behind the collection and songs he chose, the guests featured on this project, and he shares his heart and hope for you as you rediscover the joy that can be found in the Christmas story.Resources from Phil Wickham: https://www.multitracks.com/artists/Phil-Wickham/Follow us @multitracks // @multitracksgospel // @leadworshipwellwww.multitracks.com

We spoke with Pat Barrett on how the songs on his latest albums Happily Hidden and Shelter captured two different but equally true “slices” of his faith, and the modern discomfort but ultimate freedom that comes from dwelling in the hidden place with Christ. He encourages the practices of fasting and solitude and putting ourselves in places where you're reminded that life is a gift. Resources for Pat Barrett: https://www.multitracks.com/artists/Pat-Barrett/Follow us @multitracks // @multitracksgospel // @leadworshipwellwww.multitracks.com

We are excited to host worship leader, gospel artist, and now author Travis Greene on the podcast today! Recently Travis released his first book, Are You Praying for the Wrong Thing. The book confronts this question: When we pray and God doesn't seem to be answering our prayers, what do we do next? Are we praying for the right thing or preparing for what we've asked for? Travis Greene resources: https://www.multitracks.com/artists/Travis-Greene/Follow us @multitracks // @multitracksgospel // @leadworshipwellwww.multitracks.com

A founding member of Elevation Worship, Mack Brock has always had a heart for writing songs that give a language and a voice for people to have a conversation with God. He’s co-written songs that have resonated so deeply with the Church including “Do It Again” and “O Come to the Altar.” Now part of Centricity Music as a solo artist, Mack Brock will be releasing his new album, This Is Holy, on September 27th. Stuart Leach from our team has a conversation with Mack about these new songs, worshipping through wilderness seasons, the holiness and gravity of leading worship, and the importance of community in ministry. Mack Brock resources: https://www.multitracks.com/artists/Mack-Brock/Follow us @multitracks // @multitracksgospel // @leadworshipwellwww.multitracks.com