Every worship leader will tell you that the details before any given Sunday are endless. There are the details of scheduling, song selection, planning, music, chord charts, creative components, technical components, lyric projection, setup, sound checks, media, transitions, team members, and all the last-minute changes.
Episode #139
If we’re not careful, we can become caught up in the whirlwind of ministry and lose sight of the big picture. Here are three big-picture things to bring to the forefront now and then. Better yet, work these into some daily and weekly habits to move closer to your goals:
Worshipping Culture Of Your Church
What is the worship culture of your church? Are you praying for your pastor and team members? Are you praying for your church? Are you seeking God and modeling a humble posture of worship leadership? Do you consider yourself a worshiper? What is needed to help grow the worship ministry in your congregation? Is there a step you can take to help move your church forward or help them become engaged? Maybe it’s a new piece of equipment, new music, or a refreshed order of worship some Sunday. [Reasons to help your church grow in an active response in worship]
Next Generation Worship Leaders
You won’t be there forever. Part of your role as the leader is to help create a framework for new worship leaders. What are you doing to invite the next generation in to serve? How are you equipping, and who will be leading? Who can you equip? Start small – invite a young worship leader to lead one song. Begin by offering music lessons to some of the teenagers in your congregation. Think about who will be leading in a few years and create space to get the ball rolling. [Read ways to mentor worship leaders]
What Does Success Look Like?
How will your team know they’ve succeeded? Talk with your pastor about what success looks like for your worship ministry. Ask your team questions and listen to their thoughts on what could be great for your church and ministry together. What is your next big goal? Do you have a vision for the next five years? Is it Biblical, God-centered, and big? A shared goal can be a huge motivator for your team. Even short-term goals can spark momentum. Remind your team that what they are doing is a vital aspect of the church’s ministry. Take a minute to send a thank-you note to your team members, letting them know how appreciated they are! Celebrate when things go well.
