Music & Ministry

We sat down with Jenn Johnson from Bethel Church to talk about her new book about finding balance in life and ministry. Lot's of laughs.

In our 3rd installment of our new podcast, we dive into how to hear the voice of the God by sharing some fun stories from our past. We also took on a 90’s version of our Name That Worship Song game.

Christmas time is here and today we’re diving full in with special guests Paul and Hannah McClure who are worship leaders at Bethel Church in Redding, CA. We also share some fun details about our Christmas spectacular video, talk about what’s new in worship, and at the end we play a fun game of ‘Name[...]

We are excited to launch the new Music & Ministry podcast season and have a lot of new and fun stuff to share. Up to date resources, interviews, and help for what is going on right now in the world of ministry. Today we are talking about our year long project to call 100 worship[...]

We wanted to share with you our conversation with Jonathan and Melissa Helser about their latest release with Bethel Music entitled Revival’s In the Air. They also shared how they stay connected with a church that is thousands of miles away and reveal the secret to how they obtained their distinctive voices.

We wanted to share with you our conversation with Jonathan and Melissa Helser about their latest release with Bethel Music entitled Revival’s In the Air. They also shared how they stay connected with a church that is thousands of miles away and reveal the secret to how they obtained their distinctive voices.

They say you can’t take it with you…it’s even true for moving between seasons in your life. Today we take a fun look at a holy decluttering to help prepare you for what’s next.

They say you can’t take it with you…it’s even true for moving between seasons in your life. Today we take a fun look at a holy decluttering to help prepare you for what’s next.

We are back with the Podcast. In today’s episode Steve and Shawn talk about the 5 biggest things they’ve learned in moving to Nashville.

We are back with the Podcast. In today’s episode Steve and Shawn talk about the 5 biggest things they’ve learned in moving to Nashville.

Today we return from a long hiatus to answer a recent question of, “how many singers should you have each service?” We will discuss why many vocalists struggle to hear themselves and what factors are important to consider when determining what number is right for you. Join us!

Today we return from a long hiatus to answer a recent question of, “how many singers should you have each service?” We will discuss why many vocalists struggle to hear themselves and what factors are important to consider when determining what number is right for you. Join us!

We have been having an amazing time in Arequipa, Peru and have been ministering in Spanish at the Bible School, in the church, and helping teach and make a recording. Some of the theme of the week has been about the God given dream that is in your heart and how God loves to do[...]

We have been having an amazing time in Arequipa, Peru and have been ministering in Spanish at the Bible School, in the church, and helping teach and make a recording. Some of the theme of the week has been about the God given dream that is in your heart and how God loves to do[...]

We are here in Arequipa, Peru on our first ever official Music & Ministry missions trip. Today we share how things have been going, some funny things we have seen, and talk about what God is doing here and throughout the world. Thanks for helping us get here and for your prayers.

We are here in Arequipa, Peru on our first ever official Music & Ministry missions trip. Today we share how things have been going, some funny things we have seen, and talk about what God is doing here and throughout the world. Thanks for helping us get here and for your prayers.

Music & Ministry is heading out this week on a missions trip to Arequipa, Peru! On the eve of our departure we sat down with Shawn to talk about how to prepare, why it’s worth going, and how it can change your life. Join us as we share some fun stories and now you can[...]

Music & Ministry is heading out this week on a missions trip to Arequipa, Peru! On the eve of our departure we sat down with Shawn to talk about how to prepare, why it’s worth going, and how it can change your life. Join us as we share some fun stories and now you can[...]

How much time should you spend in Worship? Maybe this story of a visit to the Air Force Academy will help you ask a better question. Join us today as Steven Reed shares a funny story and some great insights into how to do more with what you have.    

How much time should you spend in Worship? Maybe this story of a visit to the Air Force Academy will help you ask a better question. Join us today as Steven Reed shares a funny story and some great insights into how to do more with what you have.    

Running a soundboard demands both technical and artistic skills. While there are people who have both, most people have more of one than the other. Join us today as we discuss why getting both of these skills into the sound booth is essential, even if all that skill is not contained in just one person[...]

Running a soundboard demands both technical and artistic skills. While there are people who have both, most people have more of one than the other. Join us today as we discuss why getting both of these skills into the sound booth is essential, even if all that skill is not contained in just one person[...]

Today we are continuing our conversation about the benefits of an audition/eval. This episode focuses on why some singers though they struggle on stage might actually have an environment problem and how to develop muscle memory to sing on pitch every time. A short episode that is filled with valuable information.

Today we are continuing our conversation about the benefits of an audition/eval. This episode focuses on why some singers though they struggle on stage might actually have an environment problem and how to develop muscle memory to sing on pitch every time. A short episode that is filled with valuable information.

We are often asked, “How do I help my vocalists?” Today we are going to run through some of the basic steps of an audition/evaluation so you can know how they are doing. By breaking down singing into simple skills that build upon each other you can know what to expect from each person, place[...]

We are often asked, “How do I help my vocalists?” Today we are going to run through some of the basic steps of an audition/evaluation so you can know how they are doing. By breaking down singing into simple skills that build upon each other you can know what to expect from each person, place[...]

It’s hard to sing with all your heart what your head doesn’t understand. Join us today as our host Steven Reed shares a recent story of how this was true for one of his own songs. We also discuss some common methods people use to try and solve this issue and how song selection and[...]

It’s hard to sing with all your heart what your head doesn’t understand. Join us today as our host Steven Reed shares a recent story of how this was true for one of his own songs. We also discuss some common methods people use to try and solve this issue and how song selection and[...]

Everybody wants it to sound good, but how does that happen? Today we are talking about how to fix sound problems at their source by finding the right part to play. Join us as we discuss what kind of leadership to provide and how to avoid the most common mistakes. The way to get the[...]

Everybody wants it to sound good, but how does that happen? Today we are talking about how to fix sound problems at their source by finding the right part to play. Join us as we discuss what kind of leadership to provide and how to avoid the most common mistakes. The way to get the[...]

Join us today as Steve + Shawn (founders of Music & Ministry) talk about life on the road and what it can show you about life and church. Hear their funny stories from their latest trip and what they have learned along the way. Lot’s of laughs.      

Join us today as Steve + Shawn (founders of Music & Ministry) talk about life on the road and what it can show you about life and church. Hear their funny stories from their latest trip and what they have learned along the way. Lot’s of laughs.      

There are a lot of reasons to use music in our modern church services but if you don’t know the differences, or the reasons why, there is a good chance you will be frustrated by the results. Join us today as we talk about how to know your purpose and act with purpose to lead[...]

There are a lot of reasons to use music in our modern church services but if you don’t know the differences, or the reasons why, there is a good chance you will be frustrated by the results. Join us today as we talk about how to know your purpose and act with purpose to lead[...]

We often talk a big game, but are we actually doing the things we are saying when we worship? Join us today as Steven Reed talks about writing the song, More Than I Can Say and how when he couldn’t figure out what the last verse should be he felt the Lord say, “We’ll you[...]

We often talk a big game, but are we actually doing the things we are saying when we worship? Join us today as Steven Reed talks about writing the song, More Than I Can Say and how when he couldn’t figure out what the last verse should be he felt the Lord say, “We’ll you[...]

More than just being the trendy thing to do, undertaking a recording project can have a lot of benefits. Join us today as Steve shares with us why it can be worth the investment and also gives a few things to look out for.    

More than just being the trendy thing to do, undertaking a recording project can have a lot of benefits. Join us today as Steve shares with us why it can be worth the investment and also gives a few things to look out for.    

For all the times that leading worship has gone amazing, there has also been times when it has not gone well. Today Shawn joins the podcast as we are sharing with you some of our top worship leader fails, so make sure to listen in for a fun filled episode and laugh along with us.[...]

For all the times that leading worship has gone amazing, there has also been times when it has not gone well. Today Shawn joins the podcast as we are sharing with you some of our top worship leader fails, so make sure to listen in for a fun filled episode and laugh along with us.[...]

Recording music is not the same as playing live. As we have been busily preparing for the album launch of Steve + Shawn, our Music & Ministry founders, we have a few principles to share that have been in use heavily over the past few weeks. Join us as we share some of the things[...]

Recording music is not the same as playing live. As we have been busily preparing for the album launch of Steve + Shawn, our Music & Ministry founders, we have a few principles to share that have been in use heavily over the past few weeks. Join us as we share some of the things[...]

The gifts of God in your life are a big part of what makes you awesome. It also can blind you to why other people’s giftings are awesome too.  Join us today as we talk about how to embrace what God has destined for you while honoring those he’s called to work with you.  [...]

The gifts of God in your life are a big part of what makes you awesome. It also can blind you to why other people’s giftings are awesome too.  Join us today as we talk about how to embrace what God has destined for you while honoring those he’s called to work with you.  [...]

Without purpose you’re left with preferences. Who then gets to choose? The strong, the complainers, or would a better choice be to have the leaders decide? Join us today as we talk about knowing the purpose of what you’re doing so you can effectively lead people to where you are supposed to go.    [...]

Without purpose you’re left with preferences. Who then gets to choose? The strong, the complainers, or would a better choice be to have the leaders decide? Join us today as we talk about knowing the purpose of what you’re doing so you can effectively lead people to where you are supposed to go.    [...]

The key to finding the people you need is not another bulletin ad or just hoping the perfect people show up, it’s in learning how to develop people.  To find those people that are already with you and help them unlock the God given potential within them. Today we share some stories and tips of[...]

The key to finding the people you need is not another bulletin ad or just hoping the perfect people show up, it’s in learning how to develop people.  To find those people that are already with you and help them unlock the God given potential within them. Today we share some stories and tips of[...]

Making the most of your practice and rehearsal times is important for your sanity and the wellbeing of your team. Join us today as our guest, Shawn Reed, talks about strategies that have worked for her in the past and how to have clear expectations for yourself and your team members.        [...]

Making the most of your practice and rehearsal times is important for your sanity and the wellbeing of your team. Join us today as our guest, Shawn Reed, talks about strategies that have worked for her in the past and how to have clear expectations for yourself and your team members.        [...]

Often the only differences between Christian and secular music are the lyrics, so what you have to say matters. Today we are sharing a few tips with you on how to get the right people in the co-writing room and how to refine the inspiration to get the best results.