At Sunset (my church home) we have two separate morning services on Sunday that are not just at different times but also have distinct stylistic differences. Most people would just call one a “blended” service of traditional and somewhat contemporary items, while is the later time is a “contemporary” service. I use these labels more…
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The Past Week
Back in October of 2003 my dad started a short sabbatical that ended in his resignation from (church’s name withheld on purpose) in the town I grew up in. He had been the senior pastor for 7 years prior to that, had led the church from about 700 people on a weekend to over 2,000,…
Singing a New Song
Part of my job as a worship leader for both youth and adults is to find new worship songs that I hope will connect with people. Some of you might be of the opinion that we only need to sing hymns. I would disagree because I believe that even the best of songs get old…
Sunday Rundown // 2.7.10
I woke up Wednesday morning with a pretty bad sore throat (a very rare thing for me). I didn’t feel bad so I hoped it was just a one day thing. Leading worship for middle schoolers Wednesday night I could tell I was starting to fight something. Fast forward to Sunday morning and I was…
Life Change
I have some news that I want to share with all of you. About a month ago I applied for a part time position at my church for director of student worship. I interviewed for that position a few weeks ago and found out last weekend that I was chosen. My time at Sunset will…
Sunday Rundown // 9.6.09
Earlier today I led worship in both of our morning services at Sunset. It was my first weekend back off after my first two week break from the stage in over a year. I also got to have Rose up on the stage with me for the first time in a while. I love singing…