Worship Leader

Worshipology with Kurtis Parks

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Worshipology is a biblical, practical and spiritual conversation on leading and living out worship. Geared towards worship leaders and musicians, yet any follower of Jesus will be challenged and inspired in their faith. Hosted by pastor, author, songwriter and worship artist Kurtis Parks.

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Episodes

Kaylea Coates on LO Worship, When baptisms break out, Making Jesus known above everything, and what to do in the season of Not Yet 28.11.2023 30:20

KP chats with Kaylea Coates, songwriter and worship leader with LO Worship. They chat about being faithful in the unseen seasons, and serving Jesus above your dreams! Connect with Kaylea: Instagram: @kayleaholdthemayo Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/lo-worship/1534635056 To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or www.kurtisparks.com

Ben Gowell on Gratitude over entitlement, Intentionally creating bridges for the unbeliever, and The importance of corporate worship 21.11.2023 51:31

KP chats with Ben Gowell, Executive Creative Arts Pastor at Christ Church of the Valley in Phoenix, AZ. They talk about the importance of corporate worship, recording albums, and leading a team of creatives at a 16 campus church! Connect with Ben: Instagram: @bengowell Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3lSGREVK8v5tbiaLFuXK1v?si=wTzlOl0JTOOPQ7ADbe00iw CCV Music: https://music.apple.com/us/arti...

Joshua Wesley on Leading with your eyes open, Green Rooms and Hallways, Letting God own the planning 14.11.2023 38:12

KP chats with Joshua Wesley, worship pastor at Chapel Springs in Northern VA. They talk about brotherhood dynamics in worship, giving up control of the worship set, and having honest conversations that lead to authenticity. Connect with Joshua: Instagram: @joshwesley Booking: JWesley@chapelsprings.org To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or www.kurtisparks.com...

Jasmine Christmas Brady on Knowing Your Identity, Yielding to the Holy Spirit, Stewarding seasons of fast growth, and Standing on the should 07.11.2023 41:39

KP chats with Jasmine Christmas Brady, Nashville based worship leader at Regeneration Nashville. They talk about identity, Spirit led worship, and how to steward a season of fast growth in church. Connect with Jasmine: Instagram: @jasminecbrady Website: http://jasminebrady.com To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or www.kurtisparks.com

Simon Dixon on Bridging classical music to contemporary worship, Liturgy as freedom and not restriction, and This generation’s longing for d 31.10.2023 37:00

KP chats with longtime worship director Simon Dixon, who was on staff at Holy Trinity Brompton in London England for over 20 years as the Director of Classical Worship and now oversees the Worship Ministry at The Falls Church Anglican in Northern Virginia. Connect with Simon: Email - sdixon@tfcanglican.org To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or www.kurtisparks...

Jantzen Ryals on the Challenges and Opportunities of Youth Ministry, How to reach Gen Z with worship, and that Youth worship is not for the 24.10.2023 38:59

KP chats with Jantzen Ryals, youth pastor at Destination Church. They talk about the bright future with Gen Z, the challenges of youth ministry, and how worship can connect with the teens of 2023. Connect with Jantzen: Instagram - @jantz_jantz Find out more about Kurtis and his new book Worshipology: www.kurtisparks.com AND www.worshipologybook.com Connect with KP for booking and questions:...

Joe Garza on Valuing His presence above everything, Facilitating time with people, and Social Media’s role in worship 17.10.2023 37:08

KP chats with Worship Leader and artist Joe Garza about discipling your team, making worship leading a second love, and valuing the presence of God above all else. Connect with Joe: Instagram - @joegarzamusic Find out more about Kurtis and his new book Worshipology: www.kurtisparks.com AND www.worshipologybook.com Connect with KP for booking and questions: @kurtisparks - instagram - www.kurt...

Overcoming imposter syndrome, Power in consistent prayers, leading with confidence, competence, clarity and conviction 10.10.2023 32:04

KP shares from the heart on this episode, talking about the power of praying consistent prayers, how to tackle confrontation with confidence, how to tackle change with competence, crisis with clarity, and criticism with conviction. Connect with Kurtis: Email - kurt@kurtisparks.com Instagram - @kurtisparks To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or www.kurtisparks....

Will Herron on False ideas of success in ministry, Life with Rend Collective, and Discipleship within worship 03.10.2023 40:37

KP chats with Will Herron, former member of Rend Collective, worship leader and director of discipleship at Prairie Ridge Church in Iowa. They talk about false measures of success, discipleship in worship, and how to remain present with your team. Connect with Will: Instagram - @willherron Ridge University Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/7sEvDAG8blVYK6PQCYDH4N?si=30612f97cd514c21 Find o...

Harley Rowell on A Culture of expectation, Worshiping in the midst of Mental illness, and Weaving worship with testimony 26.09.2023 37:14

KP chats with Harley Rowell, worship leader and songwriter with Madison Street Worship, out of Gateway Church in Shelbyville, TN. They talk about a church culture of expectation, writing songs out of stories, and the need for mothers and fathers in the church. Connect with Harley: instagram - @harleyrowellmusic Madison Street Worship - https://music.apple.com/us/artist/madison-street-worship/1447...

David Santistevan on Setting and following vision for your life, Leading worship in Church Plants, Creating resources for leaders, and Recru 19.09.2023 34:09

KP chats with podcaster, worship leader and songwriter David Santistevan about setting vision for your life, creating resources, pastoring your team and leading your family well. Connect with David: instagram - @dsantistevan Beyond Sunday Podcast and more - www.davidsantistevan.com Find out more about Kurtis and his new book Worshipology: www.kurtisparks.com AND www.worshipologybook.com Conn...

Heather Zempel on Politics and Jesus, Disciple making in the era of deconstruction, Creating intentional community, and Moving from cynicism 12.09.2023 32:09

KP chats with author and discipleship pastor Heather Zempel about doing ministry in the nation's capital, discipling through deconstruction, and so much more! Connect with Heather: instagram - @heatherzempel Books - Big Change Small Groups - https://a.co/d/eYN8hyS Community is Messy - https://a.co/d/2ilTMGi Find out more about Kurtis and his new book Worshipology: www.kurtisparks.com AND www.wo...

Stephen Miller on The art of getting it wrong, Battling the rockstar mentality and the Myth of balance 05.09.2023 41:59

KP chats with Stephen Miller, worship pastor, author and social media influencer. They talk about the myth of balance, how to fight the rockstar mentality in worship, and winning the battle of fear and vulnerability Connect with Stephen: instagram - @stephenmiller Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@themillerfam Music - http://tinyurl.com/52wajmbf Books - The Art of Getting it Wrong - https://a.co/...

Dustin Smith on the Weapon of worship, Pastoring through song, and Shepherding in worship 29.08.2023 35:41

KP chats with songwriter and pastor Dustin Smith, as they explore Shepherding in worship, pastoring through songs and using worship as a weapon. Connect with Dustin: instagram - @herebedustin Website - www.herebelions.org Find out more about Kurtis and his new book Worshipology: www.kurtisparks.com AND www.worshipologybook.com Connect with KP for booking and questions: @kurtisparks - instagram...

MarcDonald Mathiya on the Protocol of approaching God, the Spiritual world meeting natural in worship, and Praying for Revival 22.08.2023 45:06

KP chats with Prayer Pastor and international church planter MarcDonald Mathiya. This conversation goes deep on entering God's presence, how celebrity culture tries to steal His glory, and so much more! Connect with MarcDonald: instagram - @pastormarcdonald Find out more about Kurtis and his new book Worshipology: www.kurtisparks.com AND www.worshipologybook.com Connect with KP for booking a...

Diane Sheets on Insecurities of singing, Dangers of imitation, and Insights from a vocal coach 15.08.2023 33:17

KP chats with Diane Sheets, vocal coach and workshop teacher who has worked with Natalie Grant, Matthew West and Casting Crowns. This conversation hits the insecurities of a vocalist, the dangers of imitation in leading worship, and ministering to the people God has put in front of you. Connect with Diane: instagram - @sheetsy Website - www.dianesheets.com Her tea for singers - www.voicetea.com...

Clinton Allen on Worshiping in the face of racial division, Loving people to Christ, and Making space for the next generation 08.08.2023 38:30

KP chats with worship leader/pastor Clinton Allen who leads and travels with River Valley Worship and helps write and mentor with River Valley Ages. They talk about paving the way for young adults and youth, the path of long faithfulness, as well as leading through the hardship of racial tension and the aftermath of 2020 in a major city. Connect with Clinton & River Valley Worship: instagram...

Alex DeJesus Gomez on Leading worship in other languages, Leading a multi-generational team, and the Difference between artist and worship l 01.08.2023 47:09

KP chats with worship leader Alex De Jesus Gomez of Free Worship, a worship team based out of New Life Covenant church in the Chicago area. They talk about the difference between an artist and worship leader, having a multi-generational team, and leading worship in Spanish. Connect with Alex: instagram - @alexdegomez music - https://open.spotify.com/artist/1isLgyF8G4bJdJzTrQPxV9?si=L-sA7_UnQZyjpM...

Chase Wagner on Creativity in the Church, Writing for a label, and the Heart of hospitality 30.05.2023 33:49

KP chats with songwriter pastor Chase Wagner on the way creativity builds the Church, the way to champion others, and how to steward a movement of worship in an organic authentic way. Connect with Chase: instagram - @chasejwagner web - www.chasewagnermusic.com music - https://music.apple.com/us/artist/grace-city/1042161060 Find out more about Kurtis and his new book Worshipology: www.kurtisparks....

Mark Batterson on Overcoming failures, Worshiping in spirit and truth, and the Power of please sorry thanks 23.05.2023 42:34

KP chats with Pastor Mark Batterson about his new book Please Sorry Thanks, having a vertical ministry to the Lord, and the synergy between worship and prayer. Connect with Mark: instagram - @markbatterson Get the book and more at www.markbatterson.com Find out more about Kurtis and his new book Worshipology: www.kurtisparks.com AND www.worshipologybook.com

Dan Rivera on SEU Worship, The roles of artist, pastor and songwriter, and Tips on songwriting and picking sets 16.05.2023 37:16

KP chats with Dan Rivera, SEU Worship artist and worship pastor at Church of the King in the New Orleans area. They talk about artistry, picking worship sets, songwriting and so much more in this special episode. Connect with Dan: instagram - @dansrivera Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/7M7UXUwtz3Wb25PVS8dwHs?si=Wy_4GLXHSWKCxtxidFoMFg Find out more about Kurtis and his new book Worship...

Derek Guynes on Leaning into your team, Making it not about you, and Keeping a humble and sensitive heart 09.05.2023 30:10

KP sits chats with Derek Guynes, worship pastor at Grace Church in Houston, TX. Grace Church serves thousands of believers every weekend and in this conversation they talk about all things leading worship, humility, and working with a team in a massive context. Connect with Derek: instagram - @derekguynes // @graceworshiphtx Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/matchless-ep/538102132 Find o...

Magen Thurman on Plugging into different environments, Being an active Kingdom member, and Giving yourself grace 02.05.2023 28:33

KP chats with Magen Thurman, Dallas based worship leader and songwriter. They talk about having a curiosity to know people, developing relationships in worship, and living as an active member in the Kingdom of God. Connect with Magen: instagram - @MagenThurman Music - https://music.apple.com/us/artist/magen-thurman/949937814 Find out more about Kurtis and his new book Worshipology: www.kurtispark...

Berch Paul on Finding and developing great musicians, Knowing and reaching your community, and Staying committed to the local church 25.04.2023 32:15

KP sits down with Berch Paul, worship pastor at Lifepoint Church, a multi-site church based in Virginia. They talk about raising and developing musicians, serving in the local church, and writing songs for the lost. Connect with Berch: instagram - @mynameisberch Website - Linktree.com/mynameisberch Music - https://music.apple.com/us/artist/lifepoint-worship/583912712 Find out more about Kurtis and...

Joshua Sherman on a Multicultural-multiethnic worship experience, Unpacking the anointing, and how Revival starts in the heart 18.04.2023 28:34

KP talks with Joshua Sherman, worship leader and songwriter known for such songs as "Psalm 23 (I am not alone)", "What Mercy Did for Me" and "Amen". He shares about the power of unity, collaboration, and why the anointing is so special in worship. Connect with Joshua: instagram - @elderjasherman Ministry site - https://www.jasministries.com Music - https://youtu.be/8OlMGnPUAdw Find out more about...