Woodmen Worship Podcast

We're back, friends! Tune into our first episode of the year to hear some exciting news in our neck of the woods, as well as how we're looking forward to growing musically in the next year.

Tune into this month's episode because it's the last one for a little bit! We share some information about what the Sabbath Year will look like for our department, as well as an awesome new resource for everyone!

Meet our 2023 Worship Resident, Jonny Zapanta! Join Casey and Chuckray as they celebrate both the return of Carson to the podcast and the beginning of Jonny's residency at Woodmen! This episode features the well-loved Resident Hot Seat segment, as well as new music that's out.

Join Stephen, Casey, Sydney, and Mitch (for his very first time on the podcast!) as they talk about what is going on this month around Woodmen, share some new music, and discuss what is on their hearts relating to worship right now. We hope these thoughts and challenges help stir us all to continue reflecting on and exploring our approach and posture for worship.

We loved having Jared Henderson from New Life back with us to talk all things drums and preparing for weekend services. Check this episode out to hear a clip from the drums workshop with some helpful advice from him, some new worship songs released in the last month, and an interesting new segment about trees...

Casey and Carson are joined on this episode by some very special guests.... our summer interns, Liam and Mallory! Tune in for some department updates and things coming up over the summer, new music on the airwaves, and a very fun(ny) Intern Hotseat!

In ears have a pretty large effect on our experience and performance in a live setting, whether we are playing an instrument, singing, or even tuning into the click and guide to cue lights at exactly the right moment. Join Casey, Chuckray, Carson, and Sydney as they dip their toes into the world of personal monitor mixes, and share some new music that is out!

This month, join Casey, Carson, Sydney and trusty producer Dale as they talk all things Easter season, new songs, and production! The relationship between the production and worship teams can often affect how a worship services feels overall, which makes this relationship so important. Tune in to hear how we can better understand and work with each other (and p.s. musicians this is for you too!)

On this episode, join Carson, Chuckray, and Sydney to hear a little bit more about our two new songs this month, as well as whether Carson will be participating in March Madness 2023... And be sure to listen all the way to the end to hear from special guest Gillian Banta, our Students Worship Coordinator! We got to sit down with her and hear some updates about what is going on in the world of Students Worship. Tune in to be encouraged and inspired!

It's so exciting to be able to welcome experts in their craft to teach and inspire all of us! Tune into this episode to hear about what's going on around Woodmen this month, and to hear a clip from some of our time with worship electric guru Matt Podesla. Matt has played in both live and studio settings with various Christian artists and now continues to play music out of Nashville.

New Year, new us! On this episode, Chuckray, Carson, Casey, and Sydney discuss a little bit of this year's Passion Conference, as well as ways that they'd like to grow musically this year. You'll also be able to hear a clip from our November Vocals Workshop with Shelby Rollins!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Chuckray, Carson, Casey, and Sydney! Tune into this episode for some Christmas movie trivia, to hear what we've been listening to lately, and to hear from Casey what REALLY happened to Santa in the Santa Claus movie.

Happy Thanksgiving from the Woodmen Worship & Tech fam! Tune into this episode with Chuckray, Casey, Sydney, and Dale to discover the best Thanksgiving food.... and hear our reflections from the audio workshop with Adam Skidmore!

On this episode, join Chuckray, Carson, Sydney, and our favorite Heights Worship/Tech guy Andrew as they explore what it looks like to live a life of worship. We are excited to continue growing as worshippers and engaging more as a church over this next ministry year!

Vocalists! You will finally have the resources you need to prep during the week for rehearsal! Check out this episode to hear the heart behind these resources and the role of a vocalist on a worship team. And this isn't only for vocalists! Instrumentalists and Tech Team, there's something here for you too! Listen in to find out...

There is a new voice on this podcast -- meet our resident for the next nine months, Mariah! On this episode, Chuckray, Carson, Casey, and Mariah look forward into the new ministry year and share what they are looking forward to and some opportunities that are coming up.

We did it! We've almost come to the end of another ministry year, AND we've found Chuckray. (Or did he find himself?) On this episode, join Chuckray, Carson, Casey, and Sydney as they look back on some favorite memories from this last ministry year, and share a bit more about what is going on in Worship & Tech for the rest of the summer.

On this episode, Casey and Carson are excited to share all the special things happening this summer season around Woodmen including.... 2 Woodmen Worship Summer Interns!  Join us as we get to know these fabulous interns, talk new music and some new additions to our team.

This month Casey and Carson talk about all the things happening around Woodmen in May & June, including 2 new weekend worship songs!  (BTW - has anyone seen Stephen?)  We've also included a portion of the fantastic keys workshop we had last week with Eddie Hoagland, author of Yes I Will.  Eddie's had some excellent insights into soundscapes and emotions of current music and the importance of humility in worship leading.   We will have the full workshop posted soon, check it out!

On this episode, Stephen, Carson and Casey talk new music and some exciting things on the radar like Ministry Partner Appreciation Weekend!  The gang also interviews two of our favorite tech guys to talk about weekend worship visuals:  lighting, graphics and the ever controversial haze.  And what's the key to effective worship visuals at Woodmen you ask?  Well, you'll have to listen to find out!

As a bonus episode, we are excited to release the entire interview with special guest Matt Podesla!

Cassie Campbell (recorded with Brooke Ligertwood, Cory Asbury, Bethel + more) joins the crew on this month's episode to share her wisdom and experience on the role of bass in worship music.  Stephen, Carson and Casey are wowed by Cassie's insight and perspective on playing with drums, prepping for sets and playing creatively.  Plus, lots of new great music and upcoming events at Woodmen.  You gotta listen to this one!

On this month's episode, Casey, Carson, Chuckray and Andrew talk Chipotle, the upcoming Worship Night, new worship music and electric guitars.  Plus, a special interview with worship electric player Matt Podesla.  You won't regret listening to this one!

Its hard to believe that this week one year ago, our church was having its very first in-person services after 9 months of online only due to the COVID pandemic.  On this month's episode Stephen, Carson and Casey reflect on some their favorite moments in Woodmen Worship from 2021, as well as new things coming to Woodmen Worship in 2022.  We also hear from Jared Henderson (recording and touring worship drummer for artists such as Kari Jobe, Paul Baloche, Cory Asbury, Desperation Band, etc) on the art of being a worship drummer.  Check it out!

On this month's episode, Casey, Carson and Chuckray are joined by one of our fabulous worship leaders, Petra Pugh to discuss that age old question for vocalists.... "when do I sing?".  Its true - drummers follow the drums on the original song recording, electrics follow the electrics.  But vocals can vary drastically from song to song, not to mention weekend to weekend.  Listen in as the crew discusses some great guidelines not only for vocalists but for our tech friends who are mixing vocalists as well!  Also, some exciting workshops coming up for drummers, electric players and more!

On this month's episode of the podcast, Stephen and Carson help us get to know 2 new members of the Tech Staff at Woodmen:  Andrew Foltz (WH) and Dale Wentzel (Rotating).  With Casey gone things definitely get a little out of hand, however, the boys still manage to talk new worship music, pro presenter 7, and some exciting events coming up for Woodmen Worship.  Check it out!

On this month's episode of the podcast, Stephen and Casey spend some time with Woodmen Worship's residents for the 2021-2022 ministry year.  Listen in as they interview Sydney & Laurel, talk newly released worship music and some big announcements for October that you don't want to miss.   Finally, the month-long-awaited second edition of the segment "Here Comes Treble" where Carson & Jess share some seriously amazing tips for playing worship Electric and Keys.

Carson, Casey and Chuckray are joined on this month's episode by Woodmen Worship's very own Jessica Newland!   Listen in on Part 1 of 2 of this Electric and Keys Segment as the gang discusses how these 2 instruments can work well together on weekends, the kick off of the new Ministry Year and new worship music that's out including the latest Woodmen Worship single!

On this episode, we interview Kristin Woolley and Don McCaleb: two people who have been part of Woodmen Worship for over a decade.  Kristin and Don share with our crew how God has established the worship team over the years in humility and creativity.  It has looked different in various seasons, but the heart has remained the same.  Join us for this encouraging and inspiring podcast!

Have you guys noticed that we have more and more high school students joining our Woodmen Worship Teams?  On this episode of the podcast, Carson and Casey are joined by Gillian Banta who oversees  Student Worship at Woodmen.  Listen in on all the exciting ways we can pour into "All the Young People" on the worship team, as well as lots of new music that's come out, new songs we'll be playing at Woodmen this summer, and Carson's new fitness regimen.

On this episode of the Woodmen Worship Podcast:  Carson, Stephen & Casey share several new songs we will be introducing in weekend services soon!  We are joined by "bassist extraordinare Josh Day" and "most intentional drummer David Pantle" to talk about the relationship between drums and bass in worship music.  Even if you don't play bass or drums, you will want to tune in and pick up tips on how to talk to the rhythm section (so you can say more to the drummer than  "hey, you know that part where you play duh, duh, duh?")!

Leading worship certainly looks different these days due to social distancing and masks.   The Pandemic has had an impact on our church gatherings for sure, but our ministry opportunity has never been greater.  In this episode, Stephen and Carson interview Rockrimmon Campus Pastor Matt Ferrell to get his perspective on ministry (including leading worship!) at Woodmen during this unique season.

On this episode, we will talk with our guest Brian Wight who  is a musician/producer in the music industry in Nashville.  Brian shares from his personal experiences  some of the key differences between performing music for fans and leading worship at church, and the dangers of confusing the two.  We have a distinct calling and purpose as a worship team at Woodmen and we need to be intentional to shepherd our talents and gifts accordingly.  Check it out!

It's 2021, Woodmen is open for in-person services, and Carson has a new talent to share.  Join the gang for this month's episode as they share lots of great new music and green room games.

The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.  In this episode Casey quizzes Carson and Chuckray on their Christmas Music knowledge for a special prize at the end.  And of course, the gang shares lots of great Christmas music old and new.    Warning:  Casey exposes that there is no Santa so please be careful listening to this podcast in the presence of children.

Let's face it, when COVID hit we all traded in our instruments for snacks and toilet paper.  If you're one of those folks who hasn't played worship music since March, we challenge you to start rehearsing again!  At some point we will have in-person church again (Lord, let it be in December!) and there are a lot of new songs to learn.  He lives, God of Revival, Graves into Gardens.... just to name a few.  Stephen, Carson and Casey talk with Woodmen Heights Students Worship Leader Gillian to get a few tips on how she rehearses effectively without taking hours on end.  And as always, the crew shares about all the good worship music that's been released recently.  Take a listen!

In case you missed it, LAUNCH 2020 featured the international debut of our very own worship song "Tune Our Hearts".  Listen in as Stephen, Carson and Casey talk about their song writing experience this summer as well as other new worship music we love!

On this episode, the Summer Interns find redemption in making Carson, Stephen and Casey answer uncomfortable questions.  The gang has lots of new music to share with you all so take a listen!

In this episode, Carson is inexplicably missing, but no worry because Stephen and Casey are joined by Summer Interns Joanna & Lizz for a fun-filled half hour. The gang talks about life, love (of music) and all things worship at Woodmen!

In this episode, Brian Whitman joins the crew to share lessons learned about taking weekend worship online.  Plus, lots of new worship music out for your quarantined listening pleasure.

Casey, Carson and Chuckray record their first virtual worship podcast to bring you lots of great new music to listen to while under quarantine.  Also, a CoronaCraziness musical challenge has ensued... take a listen!

In this episode, the team talks about some exciting things for the new year ahead and get real about those times when you flat out don't like a song that's in the set for the weekend.  Also, lots of new music is out this month which just happens to be Carson's birthday month.  

This month's episode is like a holiday party for your ears - the team discusses the month of December and favorite holiday songs/traditions and more!

This one is a little all over the place! The team discusses worship fails, a thanksgiving-themed worship setlist, new music, favorite thanksgiving foods, and what creativity looks like in the Christmas season.

It technically still is October...we barely made it this month, but the content is still strong. This month, Carson, Casey & Stephen discuss how an accurate view of yourself in light of God's calling on your life can change everything about how you lead worship. We also talk about whether disagreements on a church's theology should impact if you should sing their songs. Plus new music and we eagerly await a Qdoba delivery the entire episode.

This month, the team discusses some new service elements happening in September, as well as all the good worship music that's come out recently. Plus, the beginning of a series on our four core values - how does intentionality play out in preparation and leading on weekends?

In the August episode of the podcast, we talk about a jam-packed schedule of events over the next couple of months! Plus tons of new music & some new processes we're implementing for ministry partners church-wide.

The crew is back for the July episode of the podcast! In this episode, Stephen, Casey, Carson & Josh the intern talk how transitions between songs in service can make a huge difference in worship, interview Shuan Pringle who serves out at Woodmen Heights, and discuss all that's happening around Woodmen in July. 

We're back for the June edition of the podcast! This month, Carson & Stephen are joined by CJ (CREW drummer) & Josh (our summer intern) to talk about how we can still lead worship from the stage even when we're not on a microphone. We also discuss formative worship albums, what we're excited about in June services, and the pros & cons of custom in-ear monitors.