The Church Sound Podcast with Prentiss L. Thompson

In this compelling episode, we explore the profound concept of prioritizing "God, Family, Job, and Church" as the foundational structure for effective ministry. Join us as we delve into the significance of aligning our lives with this hierarchy, where God stands at the forefront, followed by the nurturing of our families, fulfilling our responsibilities in the workplace, and actively participating...

Join us for an enlightening episode as we delve into the art of mixing drums for church worship with esteemed engineer Frank Brown Jr. In this session, Frank shares his wealth of experience in sculpting the perfect drum sound to enhance the spiritual experience of congregants. From choosing the right mics to crafting a balanced mix that uplifts the worship atmosphere, Frank provides invaluable ins...

Product Manager Dave Roman sits down with Prentiss L. Thompson to talk Church, Products, and the application of the new microphone line. Founded in 1958 by Bill Putnam Sr., Universal Audio has been synonymous with innovative recording products since its inception. A favorite engineer of Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Ray Charles, and more. Putnam was the inventor of the modern recording console, th...

Part two:  Prentiss walks you into the nuanced experience of being a Technical Director as a black man navigating the dynamics of a predominantly White church community. We explore the challenges, complexities, and triumphs faced as a minority within a religious setting. Tune in as we navigate the intricate terrain of church culture through the lens of one man's journey. Explore  more podcast here...

In this episode, Prentiss walks you into the nuanced experience of being a Technical Director as a black man navigating the dynamics of a predominantly White church community. We explore the challenges, complexities, and triumphs faced as a minority within a religious setting. Tune in as we navigate the intricate terrain of church culture through the lens of one man's journey. Explore  more podcas...

The comparison trap is a negative cycle that can occur when someone feels better than or worse than another person. Some say that comparing oneself to others is an ego game that can lead to loss. 2 Corinthians 10:12 says, "But they measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise" Network : Join the Movement email. repurposepodcastnetwork@gmail.com RPN Vi...

Setting goals can help ensure the strategy is working. Expectations are strong beliefs that determine our reality and impact those around us. In a self-fulfilling prophecy, people may rise or fall depending on our expectations and beliefs. Network : Join the Movement email. repurposepodcastnetwork@gmail.com RPN Video Websites https://churchsoundpodcast.com/ https://repurposenetwork.com/ MERCH http...

Audio signal flow is the path an audio signal takes from its source to its output. In mixing, it describes how sound moves from an instrument or input to the audio console, and the path the signal takes through the console before exiting the speakers Network : Join the Movement email. repurposepodcastnetwork@gmail.com RPN Video Websites https://churchsoundpodcast.com/ https://repurposenetwork.com/...

Providing support and appreciation for team members within a church media ministry is vital for maintaining motivation, building a positive team culture, and fostering a sense of value and belonging. Regular Encouragement - Offer verbal affirmations and encouragement to team members regularly.  Professional Development Opportunities - Provide opportunities for skill enhancement, such as workshops,...

Scheduling and rotation within a church media team are crucial for maintaining a balanced workload, preventing burnout, and ensuring consistent coverage for multimedia support. Assessment of Availability - Ask team members to provide their availability, considering other commitments  Rotation Planning - Aim for fair and equitable distribution of tasks and responsibilities among team members. Creat...

Collaboration is a partnership; a union; the act of producing or making something together. Collaboration can take place between two people or many people, strangers or best friends. Teamwork Orientation: Emphasize the value of teamwork. Role Clarity: Define clear roles and responsibilities within the team Project Management Tools: Utilize project management tools Cross-Training: Encourage cross-t...

Effective communication and collaboration are key for a successful church media team. Here are some best practices broken down into bullet points: Open Channels: Establish clear and accessible communication channels Regular Meetings: Schedule regular team meetings to discuss ongoing projects Clear Instructions: When assigning tasks or projects, provide clear instructions Active Listening: Encourag...

Recruitment doesn't end with bringing individuals on board; it's an ongoing process of support and development. Providing avenues for growth, mentorship, feedback, and recognizing the efforts and contributions of team members are essential in maintaining a vibrant and committed media team. Network : Join the Movement email. repurposepodcastnetwork@gmail.com RPN Video Websites https://churchsoundpo...

This phase involves actively seeking individuals within the congregation or the community who exhibit interest, aptitude, or skills in areas such as audio engineering, video production, graphic design, social media management, or any other relevant media-related field. It's about recognizing and valuing the diverse talents and abilities that could contribute to the multimedia endeavors of the chur...

The Purpose of a church audio ministry is its fundamental reason for existence within the worship context. It involves serving the congregation by providing seamless and effective audio support during services. This purpose goes beyond technical proficiency; it's about enabling worshipers to connect deeply with the message and music, fostering an environment where the Word of God is communicated c...

Expectation is a word often unused in small churches.  The Church Sound Podcast is changing for the better. We going to focus on small to mid-sized churches, it's tech needs, team building, and more. Church media can help set the tone during worship, keep people engaged during the sermon, and keep people informed during the service opening and closing. Network : Join the Movement email. repurposep...

The Church Sound Podcast is changing for the better. We going to focus on small to mid-sized churches, it's tech needs, team building, and more. Church media can help set the tone during worship, keep people engaged during the sermon, and keep people informed during the service opening and closing. Network : Join the Movement email. repurposepodcastnetwork@gmail.com RPN Video Websites https://chur...

Teac Product Specialist Sean Daily joins the conversation with Prentiss Thompson taking a deep dive into the mixing console: The Tascam Sonic XP - The TASCAM Sonicview 24XP is a digital mixer with 24 physical input channels, motorized faders, and HDIA microphone preamps. It has an integrated audio interface and an IF-MTR32 multi-track recording card that can capture 32 channels directly to an SDXC...

MultiMedia Professional John "Pastor G" Girton Jr joins to conversations to talk training, apply knowledge and how to use it. Listen, Laugh and Learn.  Network : Join the Movement email. repurposepodcastnetwork@gmail.com RPN Video Websites https://churchsoundpodcast.com/ https://repurposenetwork.com/ MERCH https://merch-dogs.creator-spring.com/ Social Media https://www.instagram.com/churchaudiovid...

Brandon Keane of Integrated Electronics joins the conversation, while providing information to churches the key points of hiring an integrator. The Do's the Don'ts and the solutions. Listen, Laugh and Learn. Network : Join the Movement email. repurposepodcastnetwork@gmail.com RPN Video Websites https://churchsoundpodcast.com/ https://repurposenetwork.com/ MERCH https://merch-dogs.creator-spring.co...

Alecia Hedley returns to take a deeper dive into social media, The Why, The How and Platform of choice. Network : Join the Movement email. repurposepodcastnetwork@gmail.com RPN Video Websites https://churchsoundpodcast.com/ https://repurposenetwork.com/ MERCH https://merch-dogs.creator-spring.com/ Social Media https://www.instagram.com/churchaudiovideosolutions/ https://www.facebook.com/thechurchs...

Pastor Caleb Windley returns to talk about how to return, what his process was, and the trama that Media team members endure through ministry.  Listen, Laugh and Learn Network : Join the Movement email. repurposepodcastnetwork@gmail.com RPN Video Websites https://churchsoundpodcast.com/ https://repurposenetwork.com/ MERCH https://merch-dogs.creator-spring.com/ Social Media https://www.instagram.co...

Listen, Laugh and Learn as our host Prentiss L. Thompson and Corey Alderin the founder and CEO of Sermon Shots take a deep drive into this popular software used to utilize social media and save man hours in the process. https://sermonshots.com/ Network : Join the Movement email. repurposepodcastnetwork@gmail.com RPN Video Websites https://churchsoundpodcast.com/ https://repurposenetwork.com/ MERCH...

Prentiss and Patrick Bass of Ascension Worship discuss the Trials of a Worship Leader.  Listen, Laugh & Learn. Network: Join the Movement email. repurposepodcastnetwork@gmail.com RPN Video Websites https://churchsoundpodcast.com/ https://repurposenetwork.com/ MERCH https://merch-dogs.creator-spring.com/ Social Media https://www.instagram.com/churchaudiovideosolutions/ https://www.facebook.com/...

Prentiss and Chad Kirkpatrick of Ascension Worship discuss the do’s and don’ts for popular mixing techniques such as Mixing-To-Unity, Aux-Fed Subs, and more. Chad created the Ascension Worship “Tech Tuesday” channel on YouTube. He utilizes his experiences with a wide variety of churches to help other ministries with easy-to-understand training materials. Listen, Laugh & Learn.  Network: Join t...