New Life Worship
Come Now and Worship…Together!
Christmas is an intergenerational moment for our culture and our churches. Just as nuclear families across the world are spending time together, celebrating the birth of Jesus (whether they believe in him or not!), the big family of God are also spending more time in worship together, with carol services, nativities and all-age celebrations. So,... View Article
Worship Through the Years w/ Tim Hughes
Songwriter, artist and worship leader Tim Hughes joined Loop Community Founder Matt McCoy to talk about how he has seen worship change over the last 20 years, advice for worship leaders and more! How has worship changed in the last 20 years? Matt: How have you seen worship change over 20 years? When you think... View Article
Worship Anywhere w/ Israel Houghton
Artist, worship leader and producer Israel Houghton sat down with the Director of Loop Community Gospel Otto Price to talk about his new album, how he has learned to worship anywhere and more! Worshiping During the Pandemic Otto: “During the pandemic and those struggles, what songs and worship stemmed from that?” Israel: “When it really... View Article
The SIMPLE Framework For Developing A Healthy Worship Team Culture
Worship ministry “culture” has become a buzzword in recent years. But what does the word “culture” actually mean, and why do so many leaders want to develop it? Culture is simply the set of assumptions, values, and expectations that your ministry members use to guide their actions. It’s how the people of your church do... View Article
Chris Tomlin talks about his new album and giving people a voice to worship God
An award-winning songwriter is not something Chris Tomlin set out to become. But here he is with a Grammy, Billboard Music and Dove Awards, number one singles, and a permanent place on CCLI’s Top 100. But in his own words, “The greatest privilege for me, the greatest privilege of my life, is when I hear... View Article
The 5-Minute Framework For Knowing What To Say Between Worship Songs
Have you ever struggled with figuring out what to say between worship songs? It can be a daunting task for new AND seasoned worship leaders alike. And if you’re being completely honest, sometimes maybe you wish your job was to just get in front of your church, play five songs, and sit down. BOOM! “I... View Article
Discipling Kids in Worship w/ Yancy
If you’re a parent or involved in children / youth ministry, discipling kids and exposing them to worship music can have a big impact. Artist Yancy joins Matt McCoy from Loop Community to talk about her new book “Sweet Sound: The Power of Discipling Kids in Worship”. Yancy is a popular artist, author and mother... View Article
How to Grow as a Worship Musician
Whether you’re a new worship leader or have been leading every Sunday for 20 years, it can be challenging to know how to improve as a worship musician. Jason Houtsma from Worship Artistry joined Matt McCoy to talk about why we should want to continue to grow and his tips for how we can. Why... View Article
Developing a Devotional Worship Habit
Growth as a worship leader starts with growth as a worshiper. Our own spiritual life is the well that we pour from, and a vibrant personal worship habit leads to a powerful ministry. As a creative, taking time to be silent and reflective might sound like torture to you. I’m right there with you. Growing up, my... View Article
How to Implement Transformative Worship Services
Do you ever stop and think about why you do what you do every week in your worship services? It’s important that we examine our services and don’t continue to do what we are doing because that is the way we have always done it. Author Rory Noland sits down with Matt McCoy to discuss... View Article