In the latest Church Music Today series, we will discuss topics that could be controversial and push-button issues for many of you out there. Our February series is called “FOR OR AGAINST: There Are Two Sides To Every Story” in which we will be taking sides on certain topics and sharing viewpoints on each side of the argument.…
(pic and article from The Gospel Coalition) Today, The Gospel Coalition released a blog post written by Keith Getty. This post gives great insight on ways to improve congregational singing. These may be common sense to some, good reminders to others or very helpful insight to others. Here are the five tips…with much more info…
In February on Church Music Today, we will discuss topics that could be controversial and push-button issues for many of you out there. Our February series is called “FOR OR AGAINST: There Are Two Sides To Every Story” in which we will be taking sides on certain topics and sharing viewpoints on each side of the…
In February on Church Music Today, Zach and I will be arguing, er, having a healthy discussion on topics that could be controversial and push-button issues for many of you out there. Our February series is called “FOR OR AGAINST: There Are Two Sides To Every Story” in which we will be taking sides on certain…
We are living in a world that’s technologically advanced. The majority of folks today have a smartphone that allows them to place and receive phone calls, check e-mail, search and connect on the web, etc. How does that technology transfer over to our worship? The majority of Baptist churches in Kentucky probably have some sort…
As we begin to wind down our “Less Is More” series here at CMT, I’d like for us to look at how our performance can play a role in worship leading. I believe that the performance trap is one of the biggest obstacles that a worship leader and / or worship ministry can face on…
h/t to Barry Fields for the link Bob Russell was pastor of Southeast Christian Church for forty years in Louisville, KY. During that span he led his staff in his “10 Commandments for Ministry” which can be applied not only to church staff but everyone in ministry leadership. See the youtube video below from LifeWay’s…
Continuing in our “Less Is More” series, today’s post is on lighting. This is a touchy subject, I’m sure, so read with an open mind. Many of these ideas we will share in this series could be boiled down to personal preference, but I am writing with the overall worship perspective in mind, not just…
No doubt, if you are regularly involved in the planning of worship gatherings you have run into problems with “announcements.” Figuring out where to place them in the service can be like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole. They are necessary to the body life of the church but they disrupt…
Our Theme: “Lord Over All” A verse by verse study of the Book of Colossians This Week’s Passage: Colossians 1:3-8 3 We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, 4 since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love that you have for all the saints, 5 because of the hope laid…
I am asked from time to time to recommend worship leaders to churches in search of part-time worship leaders. In most cases I find myself struggling to come up with names to recommend. This often leaves me ashamed that I don’t know more part-time folks and hurting for the churches that are in need…
(featured image from story church) It’s been a while, but we’re back. Back to sharing some things that God has taught us in our ministries. Zach Rice and I will be sharing this month in a two-part post about the theme “Less Is More” that puts some of our practices in the spotlight to question…
Corinth Baptist Church – London, KY This is week 1 of our new worship series on the book of Colossians entitled “Lord Over All.” All Hail The Power of Jesus Name, His Name Is Wonderful, In Christ Alone, How Great Is Our God, How Great Thou Art, I Surrender All #WorshipSet @corinthbc
In 2014, contributor Zach Rice and I will be back with more regular blog posts. In late 2012 and early 2013, Zach and I both transitioned into new ministry roles at new churches. So, as it should have been, we have concentrated a great deal in beginning our new churches with a clear, undistracted focus.…
via GettyMusic.Com Getty Music announces the release of the first live album from Keith and Kristyn Getty, which was recorded at The Gospel Coalition in Orlando, FL, this past spring. Keith and Kristyn Getty Live at The Gospel Coalition is produced by Ed Cash and features 13 previously-released songs that are heard live on a…
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