Sunday Setlist [9.28.08]

Categories: Church, Community, Music, Worship

Part of Setlist Sundays over at Fred's place. Not Forgotten (Israel Houghton/Aaron Lindsey): CCLI Song #4635576. Key E. We basically created our own arrangement. Not that the recorded version isn't great, but we find that a lot of Israel songs need to be simplified a little bit to promote accessibility to more musicians and singers. But don't let that fool you, we rock it with plenty of funky soul. One of our female lead vocalists tears this one up (again a great option ... Read More

Sunday Setlist [9.21.08]

Categories: Community, Music, Worship

Awesome day today. Pulled out some familiar oldies today. 1) Beautiful One (Tim Hughes): CCLI Song #3915912. Key C. We play it rocked out more than any version I've ever heard. In the middle at the "You opened my eyes to your wonders anew..." part we go to a half-time funk groove, instead of taking it down to a wimpy "quiet" bridge. Then build back to the regular beat. 2) Sing to the King (Foote/Horne): CCLI Song #4010902. Key D. Pretty standard arrangement. One ... Read More

Wearing Sunglasses in Worship: Recap

Categories: Church, Community, Me, Music, Worship

If you missed out on this funny discussion I'd still love to hear your opinions about wearing sunglasses in worship. Is it ok? Is it wrong? When would you? Special thanks to Tam @inProgress for helping me have the highest reader day EVER in the history of my blog! You rock! This has got to be one of the funnniest vid responses I've ever seen. Thanks to Indian Lake Papa for this great response Read More

Wearing Sunglasses In Worship: To Do or Not To Do

Categories: Church, Community, Music, Worship

Over at QuietTime.tv I began posting a few personal thoughts and devotional insights while wearing my shades. I'm not necessarily one to go overboard when trying to be "cool" but thought from the get-go that wearing shades would make my vids stand out just a little more...and so far they have. QuietTime.tv is a new site where you can post thoughts on your personal devotions, encouragements, prayers, songs, etc. I love the idea because it's a very focused video sharing site similar to ... Read More

Idiot’s Guide To Surviving Worship Team

Categories: Worship

Disclaimer: A little something I sent to all of our worship team members this morning. Already I’ve gotten a handful of beautiful responses.
This guide will help you traverse the stormy waters known as the worship team. Little known to most outsiders this volunteer ministry could possibly be one of the most grueling adventures known to [...]

Disclaimer: A little something I sent to all of our worship team members this morning. Already I've gotten a handful of beautiful responses. This guide will help you traverse the stormy waters known as the worship team. Little known to most outsiders this volunteer ministry could possibly be one of the most grueling adventures known to mankind. Comparable to climbing Mt. Everest, running the Iron Man, or swimming the English Channel, finding yourself within the ranks of other die-hard singers and musicians presents ... Read More