There was a book I read in college that challenged me deeply. It was called Thriving As an Artist in the Church. It was pastoral, wise, and carried compassion for both artists and pastors.
Then I went on to read a prior book called The Heart of the Artist. Both books were by this guy Rory Noland. And today we have the privilege of hearing from this legend.
We talk church, contemplative worship, spiritual formation, leading artists, and more.
Straight fire!
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In This Episode You’ll Hear More About:
- How Rory started as an artist and author
- How to integrate spiritual formation into our worship ministries
- How pastors and artists can work together
- How young leaders can lead more effectively
- Thoughts on contemplative worship
- Leading more engaging worship
Resources Mentioned:
- Show Sponsor: Planning Center
- Website: Heart of the Artist
- Book: The Heart of the Artist by Rory Noland
- Book: Thriving as an Artist in the Church by Rory Noland
- Book: Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership: Seeking God in the Crucible of Ministry by Ruth Barton
- Book: Sacred Rhythms: Arranging Our Lives for Spiritual Transformation by Ruth Barton
- Book: Invitation to Retreat: The Gift and Necessity of Time Away with God by Ruth Barton
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Question: What was your biggest takeaway from this interview with Rory? You can leave a comment by clicking here.
Thanks alot David, it was wonderful listening from you and Rory. it was my first time listening, actually knowing of Rory and i really loved your sharing. For someone like I being a worship leader in my community Church in Uganda, this has been very inspiring especially in how to grow and build up the team. you have given great insights which is gold to me, i can’t wait to contextual and apply to my singing ministry as an individual and at ministry level.
God bless you