Kurtis Parks

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. Part of the Worship Leader Magazine Podcast Network, which exists to equip Spirit-led worship leaders with practical tools, theological insight, and encouragement for the local church. More at www.kurtisparks.com

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Kurtis Parks

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Mac Powell on his new album I Love Jesus, the start of Third Day, Fun in cowriting, and Keeping songs fresh day in day out 29.10.2024 27:13

KP chats with Mac Powell, CCM artist and founding member of Third Day. They talk about his new album "I Love Jesus", life on the road, keeping songs fresh, and the goal of touring and releasing music. Connect with Mac: Instagram: @macpowell Web: www.macpowell.com New Album "I Love Jesus" - https://macpowell.lnk.to/ILOVEJESUS ++++++ Find out more about Custom WAVS IEMs and use the discount code "W...

One Way Lane on Traveling the country in an RV leading worship, The ministry of friendship, Social media as a missionary, and Leading from a place of being loved 22.10.2024 37:14

KP chats with One Way Lane duo Ericka and Mattaniah Corban about life on the road in an RV with 5 kids, leading worship. How to bear good fruit, teaching by example, and using social media to spread the Gospel. Connect with One Way Lane: Instagram: @onewaylanemusic Web: www.onewaylane.com ++++++ Find out more about Custom WAVS IEMs and use the discount code "WORSHIPOLOGY" at WAVS Custom In Ears...

Chris Kim on Leading worship in a political landscape, The spiritual discipline of stability, the Value of friendships, and the Weight of Responsibility 15.10.2024 34:31

KP chats with worship pastor Chris Kim about leading worship in the epicenter of politics, The spiritual discipline of stability, The weight of responsibility in ministry, and The value of friendships. Connect with Chris: Instagram: @chriskim23 Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1GhVaT8gelrWGHImqOdKex?si=ujapLmXSS6W-Hc4UXtEZsg ++++++ Find out more about Custom WAVS IEMs and use the discount c...

Rick Seibold on How to make it as a creative today, Expanding our worship language, Writing and producing projects for the church, and Developing others through songwriting 08.10.2024 33:06

KP chats with producer and songwriter Rick Seibold about all things songwriting, the ups and downs of CCLI modern day worship songs and the challenges we have as a Church trying to reach a lost world. Connect with Rick: Instagram: @rickseibold Web: www.rickseibold.com Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2K5tyaxKm3dWuyFyf0jtaR?si=NqBXfQUOR1-qnijFyXf7dg ++++++ Find out more about Custom WAVS IEM...

Clayton Brooks on Being led by faith, Filling the earth with God songs, The making of I Am Prayer 01.10.2024 42:10

KP chats with worship pastor and songwriter Clayton Brooks about writing and recording an album from the heart, working in a new season, and navigating the balance of artist and pastor. Connect with Clayton: Instagram: @claytonbrooks Music: https://open.spotify.com/album/1k7tWnu09pBa1VKPPQP9LS?si=nEriXEc6Q0W7t4P0VOujTg ++++++ Find out more about Custom WAVS IEMs and use the discount code "WORSHIP...

Jeff Deyo on Sonic Flood's origin story, Recognizing the call of God, and Creating space in times of worship 24.09.2024 32:51

KP chats with songwriter, pastor, worship teacher and artist Jeff Deyo about all things Sonic Flood, writing songs, recognizing your calling and so much more! Connect with Jeff: Instagram: @jeffdeyo Website for resources and books: www.jeffdeyo.com Worship Leader Video Course: churchuniversity.com/worship Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4NSXjyFAW85ChJEZY3Ewip?si=DlNxDUS3T9qUn2CQlWuwEQ +++...

Brett Perkins on Cultivating a friendship of discipleship with your pastor, Loving your home church, and Guarding the theology of your songs 17.09.2024 42:46

KP chats with worship pastor Brett Perkins about singing truth in a culture of lies, writing songs with biblical depth, and how to build a better relationship with your lead pastor. Connect with Brett: Instagram: @brettperkinsmusic Website: www.journeyworshipco.com Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2dRrLKTkXMeLvUcmyHaEco?si=AuO2amh8RMOnqG2NdzJ3yQ ++++++ Find out more about Custom WAVS IEMs...

Charlie Hall on Fighting the spirit of Cynicism, the Power of Community, and Stepping into your God-given identity 10.09.2024 31:36

KP chats with worship pastor and songwriter Charlie Hall about his time with Passion, keeping a spirit of expectancy, and fighting the spirit of cynicism after decades of worship ministry. Connect with Charlie: Instagram: @charliehallband Website: www.frontlinechurch.com Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Przo8VxOHYfZv9FMZWsWV?si=l2EjgDRRRYSwlZN_ks7tlQ&nd=1&dlsi=095ede84aada4a08 ++++...

Caleb Holgerson on the Danger of Church bashing, Pastoring your church in worship, and Advice for songwriters 03.09.2024 30:35

KP chats with worship pastor and author Caleb Holgerson about resourcing the church, some golden tips for songwriters, the epidemic of church bashing, and the power of worship leading communities. Connect with Caleb: Instagram: @worshipleadercoaching Website: www.worshipleader.me ++++++ Find out more about Custom WAVS IEMs and use the discount code "WORSHIPOLOGY" at WAVS Custom In Ears To learn...

Skye Reedy on Healing testimony, Not rushing the process or writing and recording, and the Power of an encounter with Jesus 27.08.2024 31:14

KP chats with worship artist and songwriter Skye Reedy about her new album "Your Church" as well as the power of healing and encountering Jesus. Connect with Skye: Instagram: @skyereedy Website: www.skyereedy.com Album "Your Church" - https://music.apple.com/us/album/your-church-live/1747609673 Find out more about Custom WAVS IEMs and use the discount code "WORSHIPOLOGY" at WAVS Custom In Ears To...

Dwan Hill on the revelation of winning a Grammy, the beauty of a choir, and the resolve to not leave Jesus, 20.08.2024 40:11

KP chats with pastor, producer and founder of the Choir Room - Dwan Hill. They talk about the power of singing together, how to find your ultimate calling, and so much more. Connect with Dwan: Instagram: @dwanhill The Choir Room: https://www.thechoirroom.co Find out more about Custom WAVS IEMs and use the discount code "WORSHIPOLOGY" at WAVS Custom In Ears To learn more about Kurtis' book Worship...

Dustin Smith on How the church can bless a community, the Epidemic of loneliness, a Family atmosphere of worship, the Beauty of inconvenience 28.05.2024 50:17

KP chats with pastor, songwriter and worship artist Dustin Smith. They talk about the opportunity the Church has in an epidemic of loneliness, as well as the power of worshiping as a family. So much in this final episode of the Spring 2024 season! Connect with Dustin: Instagram: @herebedustin Hope UC Nashville - http://hopeucnashville.com To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipo...

Isaac Gay on Answering the Great Commission, Reclaiming our vision for Creativity, and Engaging the artists of our culture 21.05.2024 43:31

KP chats with Isaac Gay, founder of the Parallel Society, about engaging artists within the church. They chat about how the Church can once again cast a vision for Creativity, and how beauty is the apologetic of today! Connect with Isaac: Instagram: @parallelsocietyco & @imisaacgay Web: www.theparallelsociety.co To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or www.k...

Kristi Poole on Intentionality in our worship leader language, Embracing the value of diversity, Introducing your church to original songs, and Checking your identity and authenticity pulse 14.05.2024 29:09

KP chats with Kristi Poole, of One Church Music and worship pastor at One Church in Columbus, OH. They talk about being intentional in your worship language, building a culture of diversity, how to introduce original songs to your church, and keeping authenticity and identity beyond a stage. Connect with Kristi: Instagram: @kristi_poole Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/one-church-music/10...

Andrew Bergthold on Finding Creativity in Boredom, Developing your gifts, and the Power of Testimony 07.05.2024 46:04

KP chats with producer, songwriter and We the Kingdom band member Andrew Bergthold. They talk about walking through church pain to the other side, songwriting in community, and finding value in your testimony. Connect with Andrew: Instagram: @andrewlberg Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/we-the-kingdom/1475309106 To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or w...

Jemia Wingard on The value of being in a choir, Walking by faith, and Making space to encounter God 30.04.2024 32:50

KP chats with worship leader and artist Jemia Wingard about singing in choirs, how to walk by faith, and leading people to encounter the living God in worship, and much more. Connect with Jemia: Instagram: @jemiamusic Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/jemia-ep/1474163773 To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or www.kurtisparks.com

Josh Baldwin on Cowriting a worship song, Returning to your first love, and the Story behind "Crowns Down" 23.04.2024 47:30

KP chats with Bethel Music worship artist and songwriter Josh Baldwin. They talk about all things songwriting, the story behind his song "Crowns Down", and how to make sure you are spending time in God's presence daily. Connect with Josh: Instagram: @joshbaldwin Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/made-for-more-live/1717101226 To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologyboo...

Luke Hellebronth on Spiritual Warfare in worship, Making room for the Holy Spirit, and Resourcing the Church by asking questions 16.04.2024 52:04

KP chats with worship pastor, songwriter and artist Luke Hellebronth about spiritual authority, warfare in worship, resourcing the church, and how to document a move of God with songwriting. Connect with Luke: Instagram: @lukehellebronth To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or www.kurtisparks.com

Chris Douglas on Easter at the Lincoln Memorial, Living in the Resurrection, Leading through the Holy Spirit, and Debunking the lie of being overlooked 09.04.2024 31:12

KP chats with worship pastor at National Community Church Chris Douglas. All things Easter, and the season following, how to lead following the Holy Spirit, and how to overcome the lie of being overlooked! Connect with chris: Instagram: @_chris_douglas NCC Worship: @NCCworship To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or www.kurtisparks.com

Alex Ruata on Playing with creativity and excellence, How to play with a click, and the Power of patient and persistent 26.03.2024 36:09

KP chats with worship drummer Alex Ruata about the journey of a worship musician, playing with a click, learning to adapt to any room or style, and having the right posture as a musician. Connect with Alex: Instagram: @alexruata_drummer Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvwF8HLkninuiu_FEP6a9ng To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or www.kurtisparks.co...

Daniel Doss on the Discipline of songwriting, Connecting with the right people, Being a friend of God, and Shepherding through a song 19.03.2024 39:14

KP chats with songwriter and worship artist Daniel Doss about the journey of a published songwriter, how to build relationships, and the role of a songwriter when writing with multiple churches. Connect with Daniel: Instagram: @danieldossmusic Website: https://www.danieldossmusic.com Album "Revival" - https://open.spotify.com/album/350DvgUbR83wdpqAIEAUeU?si=1AFpt6ILTvWsyZ-J13AvMw To learn more ab...

Chad Gentry on How the 90s shaped the sound of worship, When songs had just one author, and Honoring legacy 12.03.2024 31:11

KP chats with Chad Gentry, founder of Nineties Worship Night, and worship leader. They talk about honoring legacy, sharing crazy stories of how God ignited a worship movement in the 90s and what that means for us today. Connect with Chad: Instagram: @ninetiesworshipnight Website: https://www.ninetiesworshipnight.com To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or www.k...

Javier Negron on the Danger of becoming a copy, the Expectation of multicultural worship, the Importance of missions 05.03.2024 39:21

KP chats with Javier Negron, worship pastor at River of Life Church in Spotsylvania, VA. They talk all things multicultural worship, how to stay an original, and the beauty of slowing down. Connect with Javier: Instagram: @Javier.negron.music1 To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipology: www.worshipologybook.com or www.kurtisparks.com

John Cassetto on how Saddleback Church maintains a culture of love, leading from off stage, and our primary calling as worship leaders 27.02.2024 33:46

KP chats with John Cassetto who pastors the worship team at Saddleback Church. They chat about what it means to be a worship pastor, how to keep prayer at the center of your call, and so much more. Connect with John and Saddleback Worship: Instagram: @johncassetto @saddlebackworship Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/saddleback-worship/1089252948 To learn more about Kurtis' book Worshipolog...

on the Power of meditation, Keeping Christmas simple, and Prayer being your lifeline 05.12.2023 19:38

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 KP: Sonic Meditation: https://music.apple.com/us/album/sonic-meditation/1712633430 "Angels and Shepherds" by Destination Worship : https://open.spotify.com/track/5IzTLrLfTwNjH2MBjyR62t?si=44e14d78d9664f5e To learn more a...