Nov 6, 2015 | Conference, Music, Set Lists |
Hello Everyone! I’m gearing up for the National Conference of the Christian Community Development Association. This year we’re in Memphis, and I’m excited to see friends and other co-laborers in Christ. But before that, I must prep like crazy! Last year was my...
Oct 22, 2015 | Music, Worship |
In talking with people about worship music, I hear a fair share of critiques. I frequently hear about the content of songs being theologically thin, or that the songs are too much about “me” as opposed to “we.” Where are the songs that are about the people in the...
Oct 6, 2015 | Uncategorized |
“Your ancient ruins shall be rebuilt; you shall raise up the foundations of many generations; you shall be called the repairer of the breach, the restorer of streets to live in.” – Isaiah 58:12 (NRSV) For five years I have been a part of a worship band...
Aug 6, 2015 | Music, Uncategorized, Worship |
In my last entry, I talked about why it was so hard to find songs of lament in churches. This is certainly a complex topic and I have so many more thoughts on it, but I know that people are itching to find some songs of lament. Here are 7 songs that I wanted to...
Jul 16, 2015 | Music, Worship |
In preparation for Sunday worship after the Charleston shootings, there was a panic, a rush, of worship leaders to find songs that would address the pain and injustice of what happened. I saw lots of conversations and requests on Facebook and Twitter for songs of...
Jun 30, 2015 | Conference, Music, The Justice Conference, Worship |
It’s been a whirlwind of a month, and I can’t believe it’s already the end. I’ve been adjusting to changes in my schedule (i.e., the kids are out of school) and still recuperating from a string of traveling. Whenever I see friends nowadays, the first thing they say...
May 12, 2015 | Ministry |
Hello! Thanks to everyone who took the time to read this blog that I started a few months ago. I’ve absolutely loved all the discussions and dialogue on here, Facebook, and Twitter. The idea that 1) I have something to share, and 2) that something might be worth...
May 5, 2015 | Ministry, Worship |
Our band Menders recently led worship for a retreat where most of the students were used to singing worship songs from one specific genre. This was our third time getting invited, and every time we’ve done this retreat it’s been a powerful experience where we see God...
Apr 30, 2015 | Uncategorized |
Hello Everyone! The following is a repost from a blog entry that I wrote for The Justice Conference. I’m so honored to be a part of the worship team with my good friend David Bailey. The Justice Conference, taking place June 5-6 and produced by World Relief, has a...