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https://www.youtube.com/@angelesworshipinitiative906]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66935025Fri, 11 Jul 2025 00:29:27 +0000AWIAs artists & worship leaders, Sean Beck and Taylor Cummings discuss those very things: worship & artistry. They dive into leading, growing in character & their crafts, and the topic of songwriting & collaborating with others. They...
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https://www.youtube.com/@angelesworshipinitiative9063]]>1623apufaculty,apuprof,apuprofessor,choirprofessor,churchpodcast,johnsutton,leadership,leadershippodcast,mentee,mentor,mentorship,professor,worship,worshipmentee,worshipmentor,worshipmusic,worshippodcastclean29fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-do-youth-pastors-have-to-say-about-worship-ft-kim-harp-taylor-cummings--66526211In this episode, Kim Harp and Taylor Cummings discuss worship from the perspective of a youth pastor, highlighting how to teach junior high and high school students what worship really is. For it's so much more than just singing.  How do we teach and capture true hearts of worship, especially in this next generation? What are physical postures we can take that help move our hearts? How do we live a lifestyle of worship? Listen to the full episode to learn more!
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https://www.youtube.com/@angelesworshipinitiative9063]]>1842angelesworship,awi,churchpodcast,podcasr,podcast,worship,worshipleader,worshipleaderpodcast,worshippastor,worshippodcast,worshipprojectclean24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-4-roles-of-a-worship-leader-ft-steven-brooks-taylor-cummings--65381881In this episode, Steven Brooks unpacks his understanding of the 4 different roles of a worship leader: Worship Leader, Song Leader, Worship Pastor, and Worship Artist. He defines each of these and describes how you can discover which one aligns most with your giftings and how you may need to operate in each one at different times. Watch/listen to the full episode to learn more!

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63008872Thu, 28 Nov 2024 22:20:12 +0000AWIIn this episode, Coba Canales and Taylor Cummings discuss how preaching is an avenue for worship. Coba encourages us whether it is for thousands or just one person,  if God has put a message in your heart, it’s our responsibility to share it. Listen...In this episode, Coba Canales and Taylor Cummings discuss how preaching is an avenue for worship. Coba encourages us whether it is for thousands or just one person,  if God has put a message in your heart, it’s our responsibility to share it. Listen to the full episode to hear more! 

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]]>2949acts8,godsword,message,podcast,preacher,preaching,preachingpodcast,worshipleaderpodcastclean114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-importance-of-theology-in-worship-songs-ft-scott-cunningham-taylor-cummings--62731227In this episode, Scott Cunningham and Taylor Cummings discuss the great importance of having good theology in the songs that we choose and also write for our congregations. What do they say about God? Are they full of biblical truth? Songs are powerful and memorable, so as worship leaders how can we best equip our congregations to know God and scripture through the songs we sing? Watch/listen to the full episode to find out!

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62405753Fri, 18 Oct 2024 02:43:46 +0000AWIIn this episode, Zach Rudulph, Aretha Scruggs, and Taylor Cummings discuss the relationship between the Music Director and the Worship Leader. What are their roles? What is each leader in charge of? How can they best communicate, make decisions, and...In this episode, Zach Rudulph, Aretha Scruggs, and Taylor Cummings discuss the relationship between the Music Director and the Worship Leader. What are their roles? What is each leader in charge of? How can they best communicate, make decisions, and solve problems inside and outside of a church service? Listen to the full episode to learn how you can best improve your relationship between these two vital roles! 

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]]>2210christian,church,churchservice,md,musicaldirector,musicdirector,podcast,sundayservice,worship,worshipleader,worshipleaderpodcast,worshipmusicclean111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/structure-vs-spontaneous-worship-ft-the-handlebar-podcast-upperroom-taylor-cummings--62202126In this episode, Aaron Smith and Rafael Greco from the Handlebar Podcast discuss with Taylor Cummings how to balance structure and “flowing” (or spontaneous worship) within a worship service. Different denominations and people tend to lean a certain way, but what would happen if we welcomed God into the whole process? What if we each planned with purpose, alongside also being open and present to what later happens in the room and moment? Will we allow each part to be a conversation with the King? Listen to the full episode to learn more!

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62202126Fri, 04 Oct 2024 00:00:02 +0000AWIIn this episode, Aaron Smith and Rafael Greco from the Handlebar Podcast discuss with Taylor Cummings how to balance structure and “flowing” (or spontaneous worship) within a worship service. Different denominations and people tend to lean a certain...In this episode, Aaron Smith and Rafael Greco from the Handlebar Podcast discuss with Taylor Cummings how to balance structure and “flowing” (or spontaneous worship) within a worship service. Different denominations and people tend to lean a certain way, but what would happen if we welcomed God into the whole process? What if we each planned with purpose, alongside also being open and present to what later happens in the room and moment? Will we allow each part to be a conversation with the King? Listen to the full episode to learn more!

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]]>1511church,churchservice,podcast,preaching,spontaneousworship,worship,worshipleader,worshipleaderpodcast,worshipmusic,worshippodcast,worshipsongsclean110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/avenues-of-worship-through-instruments-zach-rudulph-taylor-cummings--62016909In this episode, Zach Rudulph and Taylor Cummings discuss how a variety of instruments, especially the bass, can be an avenue of worship. Through his expertise in church and touring with Andy Grammar, Zach highlights the balance between doing too much and being distracting vs. how to best compliment and enhance a worship set. In addition, they tackle the question of how to separate your identity from your instrument and ultimately be confident in who God says you are and what you bring to the table. Listen to the full episode to discover how you can best worship God through your instrument!

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61270700Fri, 06 Sep 2024 21:55:01 +0000AWIIn this episode, Tommy Walker and Taylor Cummings discuss all about Family in Ministry. From the beauties and benefits, to the challenges and disciplines that come with it. Here, Tommy elaborates on how he personally was raised within ministry, and...In this episode, Tommy Walker and Taylor Cummings discuss all about Family in Ministry. From the beauties and benefits, to the challenges and disciplines that come with it. Here, Tommy elaborates on how he personally was raised within ministry, and how his own family legacy continues on within the church. Watch the full video to learn more!

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]]>2047family,familyministry,ministry,ministrypodcast,songwriter,worship,worshipleaderclean18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/avenues-of-worship-through-vocals-ft-aretha-scruggs-taylor-cummings--61121323In this episode, Aretha Scruggs and Taylor Cummings discuss how singing and being a vocalist is an avenue of worship. Aretha gives vocalists practical tips about how the voice works and how to best take care of it, how to lead vocally as a worship leader, and how to discover your unique voice. Through this video, we hope you walk away feeling more informed about your voice and what kind of leader/creative you may be!

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https://www.youtube.com/@angelesworshipinitiative9063]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60950340Fri, 09 Aug 2024 22:00:03 +0000AWIIn this episode, Aaron Smith, Rafael Greco, and Taylor Cummings discuss the relationship between the Worship Leader and Pastor, and how they can best lead a room in unity. To not only lead unified, but to stay unified amidst a service, requires trust...In this episode, Aaron Smith, Rafael Greco, and Taylor Cummings discuss the relationship between the Worship Leader and Pastor, and how they can best lead a room in unity. To not only lead unified, but to stay unified amidst a service, requires trust and an ear tuned to the Lord. Take a listen to this full episode to learn more about how to follow the Lord’s nudges together, how to hear God amidst the noise in a room, and how to not let the pressures of man determine your next move. Enjoy!

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https://www.youtube.com/@angelesworshipinitiative9063]]>2780church,churchservice,god,hearinggod,music,pastor,podcast,worship,worshipleader,worshipsongsclean16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/avenues-of-worship-through-visual-arts-ft-bill-catling-taylor-cummings--60808018In this episode, Bill Catling and Taylor Cummings discuss how a plethora of visual arts, especially ceramics, are absolutely an avenue of worship. Bill Catling highlights how creating connects us to our Creator and to our humanity. He also points out how the process of creating is within various parts of the Bible, including Genesis and Exodus with the building of the Tabernacle. Whether you create physically or digitally, or not at all, watch this video to understand the beauty of this style of worship!

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60808018Fri, 26 Jul 2024 21:00:05 +0000AWIIn this episode, Bill Catling and Taylor Cummings discuss how a plethora of visual arts, especially ceramics, are absolutely an avenue of worship. Bill Catling highlights how creating connects us to our Creator and to our humanity. He also points out...In this episode, Bill Catling and Taylor Cummings discuss how a plethora of visual arts, especially ceramics, are absolutely an avenue of worship. Bill Catling highlights how creating connects us to our Creator and to our humanity. He also points out how the process of creating is within various parts of the Bible, including Genesis and Exodus with the building of the Tabernacle. Whether you create physically or digitally, or not at all, watch this video to understand the beauty of this style of worship!

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]]>2664ceramics,graphics,painting,podcast,sculpting,visualart,worshipclean15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/songs-for-the-church-ft-tommy-walker-taylor-cummings--60665207n this episode, Tommy Walker and Taylor Cummings discuss the topic of writing songs for the church. What makes a song congregational? How do songs make it to the global church? How do I get my pastor on board with my songs? This conversation addresses these questions that worship leaders and songwriters of today may have. Whether you’re a songwriter or not, we hope this leaves you encouraged, recognizing the power of songs being birthed within the local church!

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https://open.spotify.com/show/1Z8Nsvtp55nn3wimvRNxvr ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60665207Fri, 12 Jul 2024 21:40:09 +0000AWIIn this episode, Tommy Walker and Taylor Cummings discuss the topic of writing songs for the church. What makes a song congregational? How do songs make it to the global church? How do I get my pastor on board with my songs? This conversation...n this episode, Tommy Walker and Taylor Cummings discuss the topic of writing songs for the church. What makes a song congregational? How do songs make it to the global church? How do I get my pastor on board with my songs? This conversation addresses these questions that worship leaders and songwriters of today may have. Whether you’re a songwriter or not, we hope this leaves you encouraged, recognizing the power of songs being birthed within the local church!

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https://open.spotify.com/show/1Z8Nsvtp55nn3wimvRNxvr ]]>1926podcast,songwriter,songwriting,worship,worshipleader,worshipsongsclean14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/avenues-of-worship-songwriting-ft-david-gaulton-from-jesus-use-me--60542926In this episode, David Gaulton and Taylor Cummings discuss the topic of worship through the avenue of songwriting. This conversation explores the definition of worship, how to write worship songs, what makes a song categorized as personal vs. congregational worship, and more! David Gaulton encourages every songwriter out there, to finish the song and share their creative writing with the local church. Watch the whole video to understand the nitty gritty of how songwriting is worship, and how it can enhance your relationship with God as well as the churches!

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https://www.youtube.com/@angelesworshipinitiative9063]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60542926Fri, 28 Jun 2024 21:20:41 +0000AWIIn this episode, David Gaulton and Taylor Cummings discuss the topic of worship through the avenue of songwriting. This conversation explores the definition of worship, how to write worship songs, what makes a song categorized as personal vs....In this episode, David Gaulton and Taylor Cummings discuss the topic of worship through the avenue of songwriting. This conversation explores the definition of worship, how to write worship songs, what makes a song categorized as personal vs. congregational worship, and more! David Gaulton encourages every songwriter out there, to finish the song and share their creative writing with the local church. Watch the whole video to understand the nitty gritty of how songwriting is worship, and how it can enhance your relationship with God as well as the churches!

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https://www.youtube.com/@angelesworshipinitiative9063]]>1835church,music,podcast,songwriter,songwriting,worship,worshipleadersclean13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-is-worship-ft-dr-stephen-martin--60308586
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https://www.youtube.com/@angelesworshipinitiative9063]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60308586Fri, 07 Jun 2024 23:00:04 +0000AWIIn this episode, Dr. Stephen Martin and Taylor Cummings attempt to answer the question of “What is worship?” To do so, they look at several different biblical passages from the Old Testament to the New Testament. They discuss how worship goes beyond...
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https://www.youtube.com/@angelesworshipinitiative9063]]>2253christianity,podcast,worshipclean12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/avenues-of-worship-through-technology-ft-jonathan-lord--60167815

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https://www.youtube.com/@angelesworshipinitiative9063]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60167815Sat, 25 May 2024 01:25:50 +0000AWIIn this episode, Jonathan Lord and Taylor Cummings discuss the topic of worship through the avenue of technology. They first define worship, and explore how to use technology in our digital age to glorify God amidst our weekend church services,...

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