From Pitch to Praise Podcast

How does a decade of global touring shape a heart for local ministry—and what does it mean to serve behind the scenes with excellence? In this episode, Matt and Alan welcome Gary Moyers ,Worship & Technology Minister at Broadway Church of Christ in Lubbock, TX, where he’s faithfully served for over 11 years. Many listeners will recognize Gary as a longtime tenor and baritone for Acappella , to...

In this heartfelt episode of From Pitch to Praise , Matt and Alan welcome longtime Worship Leader Institute coach and mentor Luke Barnett for a rich conversation about raising up the next generation of worshipers. Luke shares how his first year with WLI inspired a youth singing school for 4th–6th graders—a passion project that flourished into the “Learning to Sing with Luke and Clef” series on Pra...

In this episode of From Pitch to Praise , Matt and Alan sit down with Andrew Whitehouse , Worship Minister at Legacy Church of Christ in Fort Worth, TX , where he’s served for the past four years. A veteran in ministry since 2009, Andrew brings a rich perspective shaped by both local leadership and life on the road. Before his time at Legacy, Andrew sang tenor and baritone for The Vocal Union , a...

In this episode of From Pitch to Praise, Matt and Alan sit down with Kevin Schaffer , Worship Minister at Central Church of Christ in Amarillo, Texas. Kevin shares his powerful journey—from his early days as a road intern and studio apprentice to singing high tenor with Vocal Union , AVB , and Acappella . Together, they revisit the impact of songs like “Walkin’ That Line” and the unforgettable mom...

From Pitch to Praise Podcast: “From Motion to Meaning –The Worship Leader’s Role in Interpretation” - S1E7 In this episode, Matt and Alan welcome special guest Jules Cseszko from Melbourne, Australia. With a background that spans ministry, missions, and professional orchestral conducting, Jules brings a rare combination of musicalexpertise and spiritual insight to the conversation. Together, they...

From Pitch to Praise: “Unity in the Song: Worship That Reflects Heaven” with special guest Rob Brannon What does it mean to worship with one voice when the world feels divided? In this episode, Matt and Alan welcome Rob Brannon , Worship & Technology Minister at White Station Church of Christ in Memphis, TN, and baritone vocalist for Acappella from 2005 to 2011. Rob opens up about his personal...

From Pitch to Praise: "The Story in the Song: Leading with Joy, Planning with Purpose" - S1E5 with special guest Shane Coffman. What happens when worship isn't just spontaneous—but intentional ? In this episode, Matt and Alan sit down with Shane Coffman , Worship Minister at Memorial Drive Church of Christ in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he has faithfully served for 19 years. Together, they explore the...

What if your voice in worship does more than express faith—what if it activates something deep in others? In this powerful episode of From Pitch to Praise , Matt and Alan unpack Paul’s urgent words in 1 Thessalonians 5:19 — “Do not quench the Spirit.” Together, they explore how singing becomes a sacred tool to encourage, uplift, and awaken the Spirit in one another. Through heartfelt conversation...

Episode 3 – "Breath Given, Spirit-Moved, Joy Returned" In this episode of From Pitch to Praise , Matt and Alan explore the sacred rhythm of breath—how it's not just essential for life, but foundational to our worship. From the moment God breathed life into Adam (Genesis 2:7) to Jesus’ final breath on the cross (Luke 23:46), and the moment He breathed the Holy Spirit onto His disciples (John 20:19–...

Episode 2: "From Brainwaves to Heartstrings: Why Singing Moves Us" In this episode of From Pitch to Praise , Matt and Alan dive into the profound physiological and spiritual impact of singing—and the remarkable "fingerprints" left by our Creator. What actually happens in our brains and hearts when we sing, especially when we sing together in worship? Drawing on medical insight and scriptural truth...

In this kickoff episode, Alan Baggett and Matt Parker introduce themselves and share the story behind From Pitch to Praise and Infusion Ministries . They discuss their passion for a cappella worship, the mission of Infusion Ministries, and why they launched this podcast to encourage joyful, participatory singing in the church.