David Santistevan, Author at Beyond Sunday Worship

Jul 24 2015

6 Leadership Lessons Learned From Our Second Live Worship Recording

This past week was a special week. It was the the recording of Allison Park Worship’s second full-length worship album, All for Jesus, releasing this December.

Now that I’m on the other side of the live recording, I wanted to share some reflections. This isn’t to brag about what we accomplished. I simply want to share some leadership thoughts that will challenge and encourage you in your big projects.

That’s what my blog and podcast is for – to equip you to be a better leader in your local church.

Here we go…

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Jul 17 2015

The Tension Between Waiting On God And Chasing A Dream

When it comes to your decision making, have you ever used the phrase, “I’m waiting on God?”

It’s not a terrible phrase to use, but it can often mean something that I think is unhelpful.

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Jul 14 2015

#96: How To Build And Lead An Effective Worship Set With Vertical Church Band [Podcast]

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It’s refreshing to connect with people who love God’s church – those who are more concerned with giving voice to His people in worship over being the newest, hottest thing.

That’s why I love Vertical Church Band. They are no strangers to the podcast. They were a guest for episode 19 and we’ve also welcomed Meredith Andrews and Mia Fieldes who are both very connected to this ministry.

I was able to connect with Eddie Hoagland and Kyle Fredricks in Pittsburgh on their Church Songs tour. We talk worship shop – how to build a set, leading songs for everyday people, and tips for staying fresh in what you do.

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Jul 08 2015

What Every Creative Needs But Often Resists

As worship leaders and musicians, we are familiar with routine.

We learn songs, we rehearse, we show up on Sunday, we organize worship services. When Monday comes, we’re making plans to do it again. The routines never stop. Our service programming abides by a routine. Our liturgy abides by a certain routine. The church calendar follows a routine.

Do you ever get tired of the same old? Is your routine killing your creativity? Do you feel like you’re being held back?

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Jul 03 2015

#95: Mia Fieldes On The Heart, Art, & Science Of Songwriting And Overcoming Insecurity [Podcast]

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I love songwriting. I love the power of what a song can do. Songs can literally change people’s lives.

I also love hearing from the best about how they write songs and craft lyric and melody to effect people’s hearts. I’ve wanted to have Mia Fieldes on the podcast for a while now and that day has finally come.

Mia is an incredible songwriter who’s collaborated with the likes of Michael W Smith, Matt Maher, Kari Jobe, Hillsong, and more. Have you heard “Proof of Your Love” by For King & Country or “He Knows My Name” by Francesca Battistelli? Mia wrote those songs.

Not only do we talk songwriting but we also dive into some vulnerable territory about overcoming insecurity. Mia gets real towards the end of the interview and it’s super powerful stuff.

Don’t miss it!

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