Beyond Sunday Worship Leader Podcast

For years I’ve admired the work that Church of the Highlands is doing to reach people for Christ. This week’s podcast is a conversation with John Larson and Chris Griffin from Highlands Worship. I love this because it feels like worship leader friends catching up and talking about ministry. These guys manage a worship team […]

Jonathan is the Director of Word Worship Music. He brings a ton of music industry experience with a heart to serve the Church. We talk about his story, writing worship songs, the problem with worshiping worship, how to get your songs heard, how to find new songs, and more! Click to Listen Show Sponsor If […]

I love this conversation with my new friend, Nikki Lerner. It’s important on so many levels. Multicultural worship isn’t just a matter of preference and opinion. It’s Biblical and a reflection of God’s heart. We talk about what that looks like, creativity, true humility (it’s not what you think), songs for church, and more. Prepare […]

A conversation with Andy Squyres is one the leaves you a little more brave, thoughtful, and thankful. It’s like the opposite of talking to someone who hates everything. But what’s interesting is Andy speaks his mind when it comes to modern worship and corporate songwriting. But he loves the church. And he’s a worship pastor. […]

Such an honor to welcome Nancy Beach to the podcast. Nancy was the Programming Director at Willow Creek for over 20 years, one of the main teaching pastors, and one of the founders of the church. She is a world class coach and an amazing leader. Nancy and I both do work with an incredible […]

Stephen Miller is no stranger to Beyond Sunday. Great to have him back to talk about his beautiful family, adoption, new music, a new ministry, worship ministry, and more. Also, don’t miss out on our Beyond Sunday Survey. We’re giving away a $50 Amazon gift card to one lucky completer. Just head on over to […]

Today we welcome guitar extraordinaire Michael Pope to the podcast. Michael has played on numerous Bethel Music recordings and has traveled the globe, doing ministry with the Bethel team. He has nice guitars. And pedals. And amps. But he’s also a great player and an even better human. We talk about all things creativity, guitars, […]

What a treat to welcome Meredith Andrew and her husband Jacob Sooter to the podcast…together! If you don’t know Meredith Andrews, she is a wonderful worship leader, songwriter, and vocalist based out of The Belonging in Nashville, TN. Her husband Jacob is an incredible producer in his own right. And this interview covers the spectrum. […]

Persistence is the difference.” – Krissy Nordhoff Click to Listen Show Sponsor This episode is brought to you by the Pads Live app from Coresound Pads. Coresound Pads are my favorite pad loops on the market.  If you’re looking for a way to raise the quality and sound of your worship team, this is probably the easiest […]

I started in my dorm room. Sometimes we would worship for a few hours. Sometimes we would go the whole night.” – Sean Feucht What I love about this interview with Sean Feucht (and Sean’s new record) is the lesson that a fiery passion for Jesus is something that needs continual cultivation. If not, Christianity […]

A conversation with Crowder is equal parts hilarious and riveting. For the last 18 years, he has written songs that have helped us connect with God, while pushing the limits of creativity. His new record I Know a Ghost is no different. I think it could be the best album from a Christian artist this year. […]

I remember writing in my journal, ‘I will never be a Christian.'” – Austin French So fun to welcome Austin French to the podcast. Austin is a worship leader and a new singer/songwriter to the CCM scene. I particularly loved Austin’s story of how he came to faith after being so hurt by the church. […]

Great to welcome Mack Brock back to the podcast. Mack is an incredible worship leader, songwriter, and producer. Formerly from Elevation Worship, Mack has embarked on a new season in his life. In this episode, we talk all about that transition, working at Elevation, new seasons, songwriting, song stories, working with Rita Springer, Ableton Live, […]

There’s always trends, but a good instrument, played well, with a good melody, will almost always be relevant.” – John Mark McMillan There’s something inspiring about sitting down with a seasoned songwriting veteran in his prime. John Mark McMillan is a legend with no signs of slowing down. His music keeps getting better. My first […]

When it comes to finding great songs for church, look no further than Phil Wickham. Phil’s songs have a theological depth and pop sensibility that get stuck in your head like no other. His new record, Living Hope, might be his best yet. So I wanted to bring Phil on the show to talk about […]

There’s something about Pat Barrett’s voice and songs that have a re-centering effect – they call us to focus on what matters. Listening to his music makes me want to pick up the pen and write with a similar honesty, depth, and melodic sensibility. A lot has happened since Pat was on the show a […]

Sometimes I wonder how the people who walk through the greatest sorrow have the most joy. And then I’m reminded that’s how God works. He’s faithful. He’s good. He doesn’t promise the road will be easy but He promises to satisfy our souls. This is the story of Alisa Turner, a true fighter who has […]

There is no junior Holy Spirit. The same God that is the God of the adults is the God of the youth.” – Fred Vassallo It was a treat to welcome Fred Vassallo on the podcast this week. Fred is the Creative Director of Bright Ones, the youth & kids extension of Bethel Music. As […]

This is an urgent call for worship leaders to drop their idea of fame and glory and get on their face and seek God. He’ll use that more than a pretty voice.” – Harvest Bashta A record that I have been playing a lot of is Harvest Bashta’s Preachers. There’s something about the simply, rich vibe that […]

I am a fan of cheap breakfast. I am not a fan of the gourmet, 16 doller, grass-fed french toast.” – Jen Ledger Click to Listen Show Sponsor This episode is brought to you by the Pads Live app from Coresound Pads. Coresound Pads are my favorite pad loops on the market.  If you’re looking for a […]