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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Zach Loomis on Navigating leadership transitions, Raising kids in ministry, and Writing songs from the stories in your church 11.04.2023 33:21

KP sits down with Zach Loomis, worship leader at Cornerstone Church in Nashville, TN. They talk about walking through leadership changes, writing songs from the stories of people in your church, and how to fight insecurities that every worship leader will face. Connect with Zach: instagram - @iamzachloomis Music - https://open.spotify.com/artist/5A2FcaxJGrDoazXvEMA46H?si=LMfkMCWiRm-sXNQiZUxqgQ&am...

Patrick McDermott on the Hunger of Generation Z, Worship in a church plant, and Leading in house churches 04.04.2023 27:50

KP chats with Patrick McDermott, worship pastor at Bridges Nashville. They talk about Asbury Revival, Generation Z, and leading worship in house churches and church plants! Connect with Pat: Instagram - @patrick.j.mcd Bridges - www.bridgesnashville.com To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or www.kurtisparks.com

Bryan Briggs on What a Lead Pastor looks for in a worship leader, Humble confidence, and Building a culture of worship, 28.03.2023 38:46

KP chats with Bryan Briggs, lead pastor of Destination Church in Hopewell, VA. They talk about the worship leader - lead pastor relationship, building a culture of worship, and Pursuing Jesus over opportunities. Connect with Chris: Web - www.destinationchurch.com Instagram - @bryanwbriggs To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or www.kurtisparks.com

Chris Clayton on Stewarding a dual calling, Working on Church albums, and Pastoring through producing 21.03.2023 32:19

KP chats with producer and worship song crafter Chris Clayton on how to steward a dual calling, and the approach he takes to producing a record for the local church. So many nuggets in this one. Connect with Chris: Web - www.chrisclaytonmusic.com Instagram - @chrisclaytonmusic To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or www.kurtisparks.com

Keith Elgin on the Benefits of running tracks, the Fruit of leading at camps, and Building relationships over networking 14.03.2023 28:56

KP chats with worship leader and artist Keith Elgin about finding your identity in the quiet place, the power of connection, and whether or not you should run tracks in your worship service. Connect with Keith: Web - www.keithelgin.com Music - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0nFhlrZyfZu8WDD2Hd19mm Alive Church - https://open.spotify.com/artist/7IDVfUdpqxp8MtIca8tZd1 Instagram - @keithelgin To lea...

Ian Zumback on Finding your lane by ignoring creative social pressures, Recording the music of Rich Mullins, and Writing bad songs 07.03.2023 30:03

KP chats with songwriter & artist Ian Zumback about finding your style, not being afraid to write bad songs, and taking on the songs of Rich Mullins. This one is for the songwriters! Connect with Ian: Music - https://music.apple.com/us/artist/ian-zumback/584604128 Instagram - @ianzumback To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or www.kurtisparks.com

Christian Nuckels on Multi-site worship, Collaboration over competition, and Walking through suicide 28.02.2023 35:38

KP chats with worship artist Christian Nuckels about multi-site worship, how to embrace a culture of collaboration and so much more! Connect with Christian: Music - https://music.apple.com/us/artist/christian-nuckels/435385747 Instagram - @iamnuckels To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or www.kurtisparks.com

Jason Brown on the Power of proximity, Fighting a scarcity mindset, Building trust through transparency with a worship team 21.02.2023 36:48

KP chats with worship and creative arts pastor Jason Brown, highlighting how to built trust and collaboration with volunteers and how to have gratitude in the midst of hardship. Connect with Jason: Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/god-of-heaven-single/1535342125 Instagram - @itsjasonbrown To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or www.kurtisparks.com

Brian Gurney on the power of liturgy, lessons from church planting, and the uniqueness of the Anglican tradition 14.02.2023 35:25

KP chats with worship leader and songwriter Brian Gurney, who is the worship leader at The Falls Church Anglican, a church that dates back to the early 1700's. They talk about wearing multiple hats, church problems, stressing out, and the parable of the talents, among other things. Connect with Brian: Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/my-soul-longs-ep/1021818570 To learn more about Kurtis'...

Rich Green on the Nazarene worship culture, stewarding the ”Not Yet” season, and the call to holiness 07.02.2023 32:11

KP sits down with creative worship pastor Rich Green, out of Salem Fields Community Church. They talk about our current need for holiness in worship, what the Nazarene worship culture is all about and so much more! Connect with Rich: Instagram - @richcgreen927 Get Worshipology book for you and your teams here: www.worshipologybook.com

Natalie Runion on how worship leading led to discovering Raised to Stay, not giving up on church, and getting back to our roots 31.01.2023 32:59

In this chat, KP talks with Natalie Runion who founded "Raised to Stay", and they navigate the challenges of leading worship in a fame driven culture, among many other powerful topics. To connect with Natalie, check out the following: instagram - @raisedtostay web - www.natalierunion.com /////// To check out Kurtis' new book for Worship Teams and Leaders: www.worshipologybook.com

Robbie Seay on the fabric of songwriting, reclaiming the Psalter, and raising up others in worship ministry 24.01.2023 35:47

KP sits down with songwriter, worship pastor and artist Robbie Seay. They talk about raising a worship leadership team, the role of a worship pastor, and how Jesus and the Psalms interacted and what that means for us today. Connect with Robbie: Instagram - @robbieseay Web - www.robbieseayband.com Music - https://music.apple.com/us/artist/robbie-seay-band/78301909 Get Worshipology book for you a...

Josh Shaffer on Leading with a choir, Multi generational worship in a 100 year old church, and Choosing songs that people can sing 17.01.2023 30:36

KP sits down with Josh Shaffer, who is a worship pastor at a 115 year old church, with choir and orchestra. They talk about championing others, how to choose the right songs and so much more. Connect with Josh: Instagram - @shaff_josh Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@joshshaffer Get Worshipology book for you and your teams here: www.worshipologybook.com

Elmer Cañas Jr. on Leading bilingual worship, Engaging a reserved room, and How to not forget your personal gifting 10.01.2023 32:56

KP sits down with Elmer Cañas Jr, worship pastor of one of the fastest growing churches in America, LifePoint Church in Clarksville, TN. Elmer talks about bilingual worship, leading a military community in praise, and much more. To connect with Elmer, check out the following: instagram - @elmercanasjr and @lifepoint_creative Music - https://apple.co/3CzaUpw To check out Kurtis' new book for Wors...

Dustin Smith on Charging men in the church, Bringing worship to your home, and Starting a new year by decluttering your life and discovering 03.01.2023 41:20

KP sits down with pastor, worship artist and songwriter Dustin Smith as they dive into topics like worshiping in the home, the heart of the father, men in church, and how to approach a new year with vision and simplicity. To learn more about Dustin Smith, check out the following: www.herebelions.org instagram - @herebedustin To check out Kurtis' new book for Worship Teams and Leaders: www.worshi...

Leading with resolve, leading through relationship, and leading with creativity 29.11.2022 27:53

In this final episode of 2022, KP shares about the upcoming 2023 season, gives a quick recap, and then shares a powerful three-part thought on leadership - how to lead with resolve, leading with others, and leading with creativity. Email KP your thoughts and ideas - kurt@kurtisparks.com Connect with KP & Worshipology: Get the book - www.worshipologybook.com The Worshiplogy Community (coachin...

Zander Waves on breaking the mold of modern worship, moving from Reggae to Christian artist, and overcoming the slavery of social media 22.11.2022 27:37

In this conversation, KP talks with Christian artist Zander, who brings a unique island style to the table. Zander shares the truth behind chasing fame, and how to keep choosing joy over jadedness and cynicism. Connect with Zander: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3EQyvDC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Zanderwaves Instagram - @zanderwaves Connect with KP & Worshipology: Get the book - www.worship...

Tyler Buisch on the role of a Music Director, using tracks, cover songs in church, and creating a volunteer culture of excellence 15.11.2022 41:04

In this conversation, KP sits down with the music director of Mosaic Christian Church in Baltimore, MD to talk about the role of an MD in a worship context, how to get volunteers to buy in to a culture of excellence, and the role cover songs play in attracting lost people to Jesus. Connect with Tyler: Instagram - @tybuisch Connect with KP & Worshipology: Get the book - www.worshipologybook.co...

Crystal Yates on Merging country music and worship, a Revival of loving your neighbor, and the power of vulnerability 08.11.2022 41:13

In this episode, KP talks with songwriter, worship leader and country artist Crystal Yates. She dives into her story overcoming double pneumonia, the power of vulnerability and why experience will always trump theory, when it comes to Jesus. Connect with Crystal: website: www.crystalyatesmusic.com New song "Seed of Faith" - https://music.apple.com/us/album/seed-of-faith-feat-durell-comedy/16271670...

KJ Scriven on Spiritual gifts, writing with Maverick City, worship going unplugged, and identity beyond titles 01.11.2022 35:31

In this conversation, KP talks with Grammy winning songwriter and worship pastor KJ Scriven. KJ dives into the story behind "Man of Your Word", as well as the depth of teaching through worship, and how our spiritual gifts shape the way we lead worship. Connect with KJ: www.kjscriven.com Twitter - @kjscriven Instagram - @kjscriven Connect with KP & Worshipology: Get the book - www.worshipology...

Len Burdick on Leading kids in worship, Waiting on the Lord corporately, Multigenerational worship, and Staying the course in ministry 25.10.2022 40:44

In this conversation, KP talks with Pastor Len Burdick who has been leading worship since the 80s, in contexts of every kind! Len has a doctorate in Pastoral Leadership and Master in Worship Studies and has taught at Word of Life Academy. He's currently the Worship Pastor at Victory Church in Winchester, VA Helpful links: Connect with Len - @lenburdick "Clear the Stage" by Scott Wilson - https://a...

Writing a book, Teaching your church how to worship, building a culture of expectation 18.10.2022 31:53

In this special episode KP shares his heart behind the new book Worshipology, which comes out everywhere Oct. 18th! He does a brief flyover of each chapter, the special guests who contributed to the book, and the heart behind it all. Connect with KP - kurt@kurtisparks.com Instagram - @kurtisparks Get the book NOW - www.worshipologybook.com LIVE NOW: The Worshiplogy Community (coaching for worship...

Matt Podesla on complementing others on stage, staying flexible and adaptable with your instrument, and keeping joy in worship 11.10.2022 42:15

Episode 20 - In this conversation KP sits down with worship guitarist Matt Podesla, who has shared the stage with Matt Redman, Chris Tomlin, Matt Maher and John Mark Mcmillan. He shares valuable lessons from his years on the road! Connect with Matt: Instagram - @mattpodesla Email (guitar lessons or guitar clinics) - matt.podesla@gmail.com For more on Worshipology: Get the book NOW - www.worshipol...

Greg Ford on the lead pastor and worship leader relationship, living with a holy curiosity, and developing a unified culture of diversity 04.10.2022 37:57

Episode 19 - In this conversation KP chats with lead pastor Greg Ford, out of Columbus, OH. Pastor Greg talks about the relationship between a worship leader and the lead pastor, diversity as a core value, and how to operate with a holy curiosity. Connect with Greg: Instagram - @gregoryaford https://youtube.com/channel/UC6kBKRSkos_PmKWiboMNP6g Church - www.one.church For more on Worshipology: Get...

Seth Putnam on making auditions a discipleship pathway, stewarding a relational culture, and pursuing faithfulness over significance 27.09.2022 40:54

Episode 18 - In this conversation KP chats with New Life Church (Colorado Springs) worship pastor Seth Putnam. Seth dives into what it takes to make a family/relational culture work on your team, and how to take auditions from a music based process to a discipleship based pathway! Connect with Seth: Instagram - @jeneralseth Seth's website - www.sethputnam.net LIVE NOW: The Worshiplogy Community...