Worship Ministry Training Podcast (For Worship Leaders)

Do you want to be a better worship leader? Worship Ministry Training is a monthly podcast for worship leaders. Giving you the practical training, tips, techniques, and mindset to help you excel musically, theologically and pastorally! Subscribe to get impactful interviews with experts in the field of worship leading, plus punchy, practical episodes that you can apply immediately to your ministry. For more free training resources for worship leaders, worship pastors, music directors, and worship team members visit www.worshipministrytraining.com

STOP comparing your worship team to Hillsong! 01/19/2026

Nashville Number System Made Easy for Worship Bands (with Live Example) [FREE CHEAT SHEET] 01/12/2026

Worship Drums: How to talk to your drummer as a worship leader 12/15/2025

Building A Multi-Generational Worship Ministry w/ The Heritage 12/01/2025

Building A Multi-Generational Worship Ministry w/ The Heritage 🚩 How do you get the old and the young in your church passionately worshiping together in unity? And how do you get your 70 year old bass player to play well with your more contemporary musicians? In this episode, I chat with Josh and Chris from The Heritage about building thriving multi-generational worship ministries! These worship pastors have successfully created teams where traditional and contemporary musicians not only coexist but excel together - with a rock band alongside a passionate, all-age choir that authentically engages in worship. We dive into practical strategies for bridging generational gaps, implementing new systems (like click tracks!) without causing rebellion, and fostering musical excellence across age groups. Plus, they share the incredible story of how writing songs for their local church unexpectedly led to a record deal and touring with Chris Tomlin - all because of a dog sale! Know a worship leader struggling with generational tensions in their team? Share this episode - it might be exactly what they need to hear! ============================= 🔥 Free Worship Leader Starter Kit - 📄 Free Devos for Worship Teams - 💻 Free Worship Leader Course - 📖 Free Set Building E-Book - 🎓 Academy for Worship Leaders (15 days free) - 🤳 Instagram - ============================= 🎉 WORSHIP MINISTRY TRAINING ACADEMY! 🎉 🚩 Get 15 days of Worship Ministry Academy for FREE: Gain skill and confidence while saving time and reducing overwhelm! Our Academy gives you access to 15 in-depth courses, live monthly coaching calls, weekly Q&A sessions, pre-built admin systems, team training documents, discipleship material, and a supportive community. Everything you need to build a thriving Worship Ministry! Start your 15 day FREE TRIAL today! /episode/index/show/worshipteamtraining/id/37915965

Kristian Stanfill on secret sin that nearly ruined his life 11/24/2025

Help your drummer play with a metronome or click track 11/17/2025

Writers of 'What A Beautiful Name' on Leaving Hillsong, Humility & Their New Mission 11/03/2025

10 Vital Steps to Hire a Worship Leader (for Churches) 10/20/2025

10 Vital Steps to Hire a Worship Leader (for Churches) 📝 Free Job Description - 📬 Send your job to 20,000 Worship Leaders - Hiring a worship leader for your church? This decision can make or break your worship ministry! In this video, I break down a complete 10-step process to help you find the PERFECT candidate while avoiding costly mistakes that could haunt your church for years. From defining your needs and budget to conducting interviews and making the final offer, I'll walk you through exactly what to do (and what NOT to do) when bringing on this crucial team member. Ready to transform your hiring process? I share insider tips on what to look for in videos, how to spot red flags early, and even how to handle the tricky situation when a candidate is currently employed at another church. Plus, I reveal the two key qualities every worship leader must possess (hint: one is humility!). Don't miss the special resources I've created to make this process smoother for you! Know a church that's currently hiring? Share this video with them - it might save them years of headaches and heartbreak! ============================= 🔥 Free Worship Leader Starter Kit - 📄 Free Devos for Worship Teams - 💻 Free Worship Leader Course - 📖 Free Set Building E-Book - 🎓 Academy for Worship Leaders (15 days free) - 🤳 Instagram - ============================= 🎉 WORSHIP MINISTRY TRAINING ACADEMY! 🎉 🚩 Get 15 days of Worship Ministry Academy for FREE: Gain skill and confidence while saving time and reducing overwhelm! Our Academy gives you access to 15 in-depth courses, live monthly coaching calls, weekly Q&A sessions, pre-built admin systems, team training documents, discipleship material, and a supportive community. Everything you need to build a thriving Worship Ministry! Start your 15 day FREE TRIAL today! /episode/index/show/worshipteamtraining/id/37432575

Music Director vs Worship Leader: What's the Difference? 10/13/2025

Chris Tomlin on leading at Charlie Kirk's memorial and the danger of "success" 09/25/2025

Chris Tomlin on leading at Charlie Kirk's memorial and the danger of "success" 🚀 Free Worship Leader Starter Kit - What's it like to lead worship in front of the President of the United States and an audience of 100 Million? In this powerful conversation with legendary worship leader Chris Tomlin, we dive deep into his journey, the powerful lesson God taught him while leading at Charlie Kirk's memorial service, and the raw truth about "success" in ministry. Chris reveals the divine appointment that God used to set him on his songwriting path while leading at a youth camp, and opens up about the dangers of "industry" in worship. He also gives practical worship leading tips (like how to get the room to sing more) and unpacks the heart behind his 18th album "The King is Still the King" Whether you're a worship leader or simply love worship music, this conversation will inspire you to remember that no matter what chaos surrounds us - the King is still the King! Know a worship leader who needs to hear this? Share this episode with them today! Chris' Website - ============================= 🔥 Free Worship Leader Starter Kit - 📄 Free Devos for Worship Teams - 💻 Free Worship Leader Course - 📖 Free Set Building E-Book - 🎓 Academy for Worship Leaders (15 days free) - 🤳 Instagram - ============================= 🎉 WORSHIP MINISTRY TRAINING ACADEMY! 🎉 🚩 Get 15 days of Worship Ministry Academy for FREE: Gain skill and confidence while saving time and reducing overwhelm! Our Academy gives you access to 15 in-depth courses, live monthly coaching calls, weekly Q&A sessions, pre-built admin systems, team training documents, discipleship material, and a supportive community. Everything you need to build a thriving Worship Ministry! Start your 15 day FREE TRIAL today! /episode/index/show/worshipteamtraining/id/38346185

Worship Team Not Prepared? Do This! 09/22/2025

6 Uncommon Apps for Busy Worship Leaders 09/15/2025

8 powerful ways to start your worship service 09/08/2025

Multi-Site Worship EXPOSED: How Saddleback scaled to 21 campuses without losing Quality & Heart 09/01/2025

Multi-Site Worship EXPOSED: How Saddleback scaled to 21 campuses without losing Quality & Heart 🚩 Ever wonder how mega churches can build thriving, excellent worship teams across multiple campuses? In this eye-opening conversation with John Cassetto, former global worship pastor at Saddleback Church, we dive into the secrets of scaling a worship ministry from 3 campuses to 21 worldwide while maintaining heart, culture, and excellence! You'll hear honest insights on recruiting musicians, standardizing technology, identifying qualified worship leaders, and maintaining clear communication and connection in a massive ministry. John emphasizes that successful multi-site ministry isn't about perfection or performance—it's about genuine connection, human relationships, and making space for everyone to bring their gifts and talents to serve God. Whether you lead at a church of 50 or 5,000, these principles will transform how you build your team! Know a worship leader struggling to build their ministry? Be a friend and share this episode with them! ============================= 🔥 Free Worship Leader Starter Kit - 📄 Free Devos for Worship Teams - 💻 Free Worship Leader Course - 📖 Free Set Building E-Book - 🎓 Academy for Worship Leaders (15 days free) - 🤳 Instagram - ============================= 🎉 WORSHIP MINISTRY TRAINING ACADEMY! 🎉 🚩 Get 15 days of Worship Ministry Academy for FREE: Gain skill and confidence while saving time and reducing overwhelm! Our Academy gives you access to 15 in-depth courses, live monthly coaching calls, weekly Q&A sessions, pre-built admin systems, team training documents, discipleship material, and a supportive community. Everything you need to build a thriving Worship Ministry! Start your 15 day FREE TRIAL today! /episode/index/show/worshipteamtraining/id/37529415