highlights: This was a notably more connected Sunday morning, I’d say. Ryan did a great job of tying his sermon to the songs before and after it. I intentionally choose songs to support the topics and Scriptures that our pastors preach on so it was nice to hear/feel validation on this effort from Ryan. Yay for teamwork. […]
Set List – 05/21/17
highlights: My favorite part of last weekend was the band. Everyone playing was God-ordained and I don’t say that lightly. It has been difficult finding musicians to play on Sunday mornings, especially as summer approaches. This week in particular was notably more difficult. I made over 30 phone calls to different musicians in the area and no one […]
Set List – 04/23/17 (Last Sunday with Resonate)
highlights: There wasn’t really a “highlight” for this past weekend. The only word that most accurately describes it is “unforgettable.” It was my last Sunday as the Music & Worship Arts Director at Emmanuel Faith Community Church, aka the Resonate Worship Leader. Emmanuel Faith has been much more than my place of employment. The people who work […]
Set List – 04/16/17 (Easter Sunday)
highlights: Glorious Day is THE Easter song. As I’ve said before, I’m not a huge fan of holiday specific tunes, but this one is an exception. Easter is a BIG deal for Christians. Had not Jesus died and rose again, we would have no hope (1 Peter 1:3-5). Through Him, we celebrate the hope of […]
Set List – 04/02/17
highlights: Only King Forever is ALWAYS a highlight for me. The song is so anthem-atic (yes, I totally made that word up). The lyrics and feel of the song really energize our church; kind of like how a “we will rock you” chant energizes a crowd at a sports game. The bridge lyrics are probably my favorite in the […]