Facsimile is a relatively unknown group hailing from Long Beach, California. But don’t count on them being unknown forever! I can’t stop listening to the somewhat intense, but relaxing shimmering ambience and spot-on vocals. I’m talking about the recent release Run to the Rock. I’m not sure I can quantify the sound. It’s almost like a cross between Citizens/King’s …
One Body – Many Parts
Spence encourages us to know our role in our ministry
CRAFT // Part Four: The David – Moses Theory
In part 4 of CRAFT, Josh brings us practical actions for working with not-so-creative leaders.
Level Up!
Jake provides some key strategies for leveling up in our worship ministry.
Choosing to Love
We all know “those people.” They sit in our churches, serve in our teams, and either knowingly or unknowingly rub us totally the wrong way. They may be those in your team that have taken your place, those who fight you at every turn, or those at your church who know nothing about worship and …
CRAFT // Part Three: Accomplish the Idea
Josh brings us part 3 of CRAFT, along with a new strategy for our creative teams.
The Importance of Communication
Worship Leaders, think back through your conversations with your volunteers over the past couple of months. Do any of this sound familiar? “I didn’t know we were supposed to be here at 4:15pm.” “We changed the rehearsal time? No one told me. “I’m going to take the next month off. It doesn’t seem like you …
Worship Review // Hillsong United // Empires
Before we get started, remember that our reviews are meant to help you navigate the album and offer suggestions for use in your church context. I’d love to hear how you’re using this music in your church in the comments below. Here’s my rundown. Here Now (Madness) // The opening track for the album is …
CRAFT // Part Two: Pushing the Creative Button
Josh takes us through part 2 of his CRAFT series.
Healthy Submission
I have a confession to make. I bought the lie of the culture. I willingly believed that I would pull myself up by my own bootstraps, that I alone would be responsible for my success. No one had the right to tell me what to do. I had convinced myself that no matter what, I …
Being a Spiritual Role Model
“Follow me.” Two simple words that took on eternal significance when uttered by the greatest leader in history: Jesus Christ. Today, that phrase is as engaging, empowering, and life-altering as ever before. As the Kingdom continues to extend across the earth, the invitation to live life authentically as a spiritual role model is one that …
Worship with a Mission
Aaron focuses on worship off the stage in this look at missional worship.
CRAFT // Part One: Handling a Team of Artists
The CRAFT series is designed to walk you through preparing your team to be able to think outside of their typical creative boxes, walk humbly with their artistry, and use teamwork to produce massive amounts of creative development for their ministry. Over this series, we will walk you through different areas of creative development for you …
Heart > Talent
“But the Lord answered and said to her, “Martha, Martha, you are worried and bothered about so many things; but only one thing is necessary, for Mary has chosen the good part, which shall not be taken away from her.” [Luke, 10:41-42] “Talent” is a God-given skill that is supernatural in nature. 1 Peter 4:10 …
Citizens & Saints New Music Video
The good folks over at The Gospel Coalition posted an article yesterday by Citizens & Saints lead singer Zach Bolen. Zach is a good friend of The Church Collective and we like to support this great band whenever we can. Head on over to TGC’s website to read the article Zach wrote about their song “You Have Searched …