The Writing Worship Podcast - For Worship Songwriters
145 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsThe Writing Worship Podcast is a resource for Kingdom songwriters everywhere to grow in their worship songwriting craft and hear from trusted voices in the Christian music industry. Hosted by our leadership and featuring teaching from our annual conference and interviews from our online “Writing Club,” we invite you into our community to learn and grow with us. Everyone has a seat at the table.
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045 - The Significance of Song
December 03, 2018 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBHear about the spiritual significance of song and also the 5 purposes of worship songs as shared at the Brave Conference. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the show Follow us on Instagram and Subscribe on YouTube Join the Writing Worship Communi...
044 - Brave Worship Conference Recap
November 27, 2018 01:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBMaribeth and Krissy give us a peek into the recent Brave Conference! Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the show Follow us on Instagram and Subscribe on YouTube Join the Writing Worship Community on Facebook Take the Songwriter Personality Test R...
043 - Jenni McGrew: The Story of Worship Leaders Collective
November 16, 2018 03:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBWe talk with the creator of the very popular social media group, Worship Leaders Collective, Worship Team Trainer, Jenni McGrew! She shares her story, her passion and her experiences about training-up worship teams. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Sup...
042 - Rachael Thomas: Caring for Your Worship Team
November 09, 2018 05:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBRachael Thomas has been leading worship a lot of years. She joins Krissy and Maribeth in the studio to talk about how important it is to care for your worship teams. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the show Follow us on Instagram and Subscribe...
041 - It's Conference Season!!
October 15, 2018 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBMaribeth and Krissy talk about all of the conferences they've been to in the last few weeks. And, the most important one of all is coming up: Brave Worship Conference - November 2 and 3. Join them at BraveWorship.com/Conference. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityT...
040 - People Over Platform
September 26, 2018 04:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBAmanda Blankenship, Dustin Smith, James Gailbraith and Krissy Nordhoff have some honest conversation about the current culture of the church. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the show Follow us on Instagram and Subscribe on YouTube Join the Writi...
039 - Global Leadership Summit Review
September 12, 2018 04:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBWe talk favorite new snacks, travel, and Maribeth’s thoughts after the Global Leadership Summit as it relates to current Christian culture. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the show Follow us on Instagram and Subscribe on YouTube Join the Writi...
038 - The Worship Songwriter Mentorship Online Course is Live!
September 05, 2018 04:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBIt’s fall and Maribeth’s birthday week! This episode learn about Krissy’s newly released Worship Songwriter Mentorship Course and how you can be a part. Enroll in the course at KrissyNordhoff.com/mentorship Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the s...
037 - Take The Songwriter Personality Test
August 29, 2018 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBSummer's over, school is back, and so are we! This episode, we share about Krissy’s free songwriter personality test. She actually sees 7 different songwriter personality types. Find out what you are when you take the test at KrissyNordhoff.com/Test Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit Song...
036 - Matt Hammitt: With Great Success Comes Greater Challenges
August 15, 2018 04:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBFor twenty years, Ohio native, Matt Hammitt, was the lead singer and songwriter for Dove Award-winning two time Grammy-nominated band Sanctus Real. During that time, the band released eight albums under Sparrow Records, toured internationally and released 14 Top 5 and #1 singles to Christian radio, making the band a household name among Christian music fans worldwide. Authored by Matt, Sanctus Real's most recognized hit, “Lead Me,” has resonated with men, women, and families all over the wor...
035 - Women in Worship (Krissy appears on The Worship Podcast)
August 04, 2018 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBKrissy appeared on The Worship Podcast recently. We share her conversation with Dustin Smith and James Galbraith here. They discuss women's roles as leaders in church - the struggles, challenges and solutions. A great conversation was started today. More to come... Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing ...
034 - Natalie Runion: Leading Worship at New Life Church
July 18, 2018 04:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBIn this episode, we have a great conversation with Natalie Runion of New Life Church in Colorado Springs, CO about her story, some of her experiences as a worship leader, and her heart for truly pastoring people in her care. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.co...
033 - Brittany Batson: Diversity in Worship
June 27, 2018 04:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBA great conversation with worship leader and singer, Brittany Batson about diversity in leadership and worship. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the show Follow us on Instagram and Subscribe on YouTube Join the Writing Worship Community on Face...
032 - Jamie Miley and Andrew Cunningham: Meet Ascension Music
June 13, 2018 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBLearn about the ministry of Ascension Worship, and how they connect players and worship leaders to local churches while we have the battle of the fly. We interview Jamie Miley and Andrew Cunningham of Ascension Music Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Suppo...
031 - Introducing Brave Production and Marketing Services
May 22, 2018 04:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBWe had a takeover today by Eric Nordhoff (Marketer) and Matt Price (Producer). Krissy goes it alone talking with these two guys about Brave Worship Production and Marketing services for Christian songwriters and artists. Providing high quality, ethical and trustworthy production and marketing services for Christian artists, worship leaders, artists and churches is core to our mission and a high passion of Brave. We surround ourselves with some of the best and kindest creatives, producers and...
030 - Muffins and Mammograms
May 09, 2018 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBMaribeth and Krissy share about their recent traveling adventures and talk about the importance of living life with those you minister with. Brave Worship endeavors to call out the boldness in those with a heart for worship — whether leader or writers. We hope to encourage, mentor, and provide resources, along with creating a loving community for growth and connection. We long to see barriers torn down and unity rise up within the body of Christ, including the music industry. Krissy Nord...
029 - Connecting
April 18, 2018 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBMaribeth flies solo on this episode of Brave Worship. She shares the importance of making connection in ministry and any position of leadership you are in. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the show Follow us on Instagram and Subscribe on YouTube...
028 - The QuoteCast
March 27, 2018 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBOn this episode, Maribeth and Krissy share their favorite quotes that inspire them in their ministries and lives. And, we reveal a new songwriting resource we created that YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS!! You'll find it at www.KrissyNordhoff.com/Test or in the resources section of BraveWorship.com Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where yo...
027 - Amanda Blankenship: Cherish Community
March 12, 2018 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBKrissy sits down with Brave Worship Blogger, Worship Leader and Songwriter, Amanda Blankenship. She shares her story and why she cherishes community and you should too! Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the show Follow us on Instagram and Subscrib...
026 - Lydia Ingegneri: Music, Ministry and Grocery Stores
January 05, 2018 05:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBLydia Ingegneri, pastor, worship leader and songwriter, stops by the Brave podcast booth to share her story and advice from her years of ministry experience pastoring a growing church in Arizona! We relate to Lydia in so many ways. We laugh about our grocery shopping difficulties and we dive deep into the realities of ministry team dynamics. You can follow Lydia Ingegneri on Instagram: @lydslife and @lydslifemusic Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by o...
025 - My Savior and My Son
December 19, 2017 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBMerry Christmas!! We're back with a new episode today and the story behind the writing and recording of the new Brave Worship song sung by Maribeth - "My Savior and My Son". Listen here... The song is available on Apple Music, iTunes, Amazon and Spotify now! Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. ...
024 - Jennie Lee Riddle's Revelation Song
November 01, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBHear the amazing story about the worship song "Revelation Song" from the writer herself, Jennie Lee Riddle. And, hear the surprising story of what happened after. We sit down with Jennie for an hour long conversation on this special episode of Brave Worship. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. ...
023 - Scotland and Selahs
October 11, 2017 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBKrissy returns from a life-altering trip to Scotland with a group of 15 other Brave Worshippers and shares stories. Maribeth discusses the natural pauses in Worship, called "Selahs". Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the show Follow us on Instag...
022 - Homecoming and Hernias
September 27, 2017 04:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBYes, this is our life right now. We share about our latest life experiences as we write, lead worship and do ministry. Some funny family stories in this one. Enjoy this one! Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the show Follow us on Instagram and S...
021 - We're Baaaaaaack!!
September 15, 2017 04:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBJoin us again after a long sabbatical. Find out what we've been up to and what we're going to be discussing moving forward. We haven't put out a new Brave Worship podcast since February, so we have a lot to catch you up on! Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com ...
020 - Andrew and Jill Mitchell: Stewarding Kingdom Resources
February 15, 2017 05:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MBListen to a conversation between Andrew and Jill Mitchell as they discuss their story from worship leaders, songwriters in Scotland to real estate renovation and owning a castle. Enjoy this amazing, inspiring testimony of God's faithfulness to His royal children (you and us)! Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the c...
019 - Introducing Brave Besties
December 02, 2016 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBWe talk about Brave Worship Conference and how much fun it was. But now, we have 45 new friends that we want to stay in touch with. Enter Brave Besties - our new exclusive community and program for supporting female worship leaders, songwriters, musicians and singers. Learn all about it on this podcast and go to BraveBesties.com to take a one-week trial. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strength...
018 - Michael Farren on Being Brave Like Deborah
November 10, 2016 05:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBWe talk with 3 time Dove Award winning songwriter and worship leader, Michael Farren, about the importance of women in leadership positions in the church today. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the show Follow us on Instagram and Subscribe on Yo...
017 - Uprooting to Grow Deeper
October 26, 2016 04:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBKrissy and Maribeth discuss the necessary process of pruning and removing obstacles in your life in order to more further flourish in your worship leading and songwriting. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the show Follow us on Instagram and Subscr...
016 - Extra Grace: Relationships Before Correction
October 05, 2016 04:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBKrissy and Maribeth discuss the importance of establishing and maintaining good relationships before attempting to correct or insert opinions when leading a team or dealing with an individual on your team. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the sho...
015 - Our Most Embarrassing Moments On Stage
September 21, 2016 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBKrissy and Maribeth share their most embarrassing moments leading worship or singing in church. They also discuss "The Squeeze": how we handle times of testing and challenges reveals much about who we are and who we become. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com ...
014 - Using The Tabernacle Model When Planning a Worship Setlist
September 07, 2016 04:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBKrissy (the songwriter) and Maribeth (the worship leader) discuss planning a worship setlist using The Tabernacle Model. Also, get your tickets for the first ever Brave Worship Conference - November 11-12, 2016 at www.BraveWorship.com/Conference Get a free song download at www.BraveWorship.com/FreeSong Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better ident...
013 - How To Empower Women In Ministry with Dustin Smith and James Galbraith
August 25, 2016 04:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBKrissy and Maribeth sit down with Dustin Smith and James Galbraith (DustinSmith.com and HealingIsRight.com) to discuss the challenges of men and women working together in church leadership and worship ministry. Dustin and James discuss the biblical example of Hannah (1 Samuel 1) to demonstrate the empowering work and role women have in church ministry. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as ...
012 - Leading a Successful Church Music Ministry During Pregnancy and Post Pregnancy
August 12, 2016 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBKrissy and Maribeth having a real conversation about women's roles in the church, changing culture, pregnancy and roles women have when leading worship in today's evangelical church. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the show Follow us on Instagram...
011 - Brave Worship Conference 2016
July 20, 2016 04:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBKrissy and Maribeth share more of their vision for the Brave Worship Conference Nashville in Franklin, TN. November 11-12 at Gateway Church Franklin 1288 Lewisburg Pike. Registration details can be found at BraveWorship.com/Conference Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonal...
010 - Living Your Calling While Raising a Family
July 10, 2016 04:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBMaribeth and Krissy share how they have experienced success in ministry while balancing personal life and family. It's not easy, but these stories and tips will help you do it all! Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the show Follow us on Instagram ...
009 - Trails
June 22, 2016 04:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBKrissy is joined by a special guest - her husband, Eric as they are on location.Their family recently took a family hike in Glacier National Park. Krissy and Eric share their observations about the trail they hiked as a family. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest....
008 - Fashionably Worship
June 15, 2016 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBWe talk with Meagan Newell, a talented young fashion entrepreneur, about the "rules" of fashion for female worship leaders, songwriters and women in church ministry today. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the show Follow us on Instagram and Subscr...
007 - Live Loved
June 08, 2016 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBOn this episode Krissy and Maribeth talk about the subject of God's grace and how to live your life in church ministry loved by Him more than any way else. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the show Follow us on Instagram and Subscribe on YouTube...
006 - Talking Sabbath with Tasha Layton
May 25, 2016 04:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBWorship Leader, Artist and Speaker Tasha Layton joins Krissy and Maribeth to talk about the importance of rest as leaders in ministry. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the show Follow us on Instagram and Subscribe on YouTube Join the Writing Wors...
005 - Be A Deliverer of Revelation
May 18, 2016 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBIn this episode, Krissy presents how she is inspired to write songs of worship. PLUS, we giveaway a free worship song "Mercy Tree" and chord chart. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the show Follow us on Instagram and Subscribe on YouTube Join the...
004 - Two Are Better Than One: The Art of the Co-Write
May 11, 2016 04:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBKrissy and Maribeth discuss the benefits, challenges and nuances of co-writing songs for worship and church services. This is a how-to of co-writing songs for worship. PLUS, we give away a new worship song "Back to Life" and the chord chart. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPe...
003 - 10 Things Worship Leaders Want Songwriters To Know
May 05, 2016 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBIn this episode, we discuss what worship pastors want songwriters to know when making song choices for church worship. Great interaction between Krissy, the songwriter, and Maribeth, the music pastor. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Visit SongwriterPersonalityTest.com Support the show Foll...
002 - Darlene Zschech Interview
April 27, 2016 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MBWe interview one of our heroes in worship, Hillsong Australia Worship Leader, Darlene Zschech (writer of "Shout to the Lord"). She shares her journey, her battles and the lessons learned over the last two decades of being a global pioneer in church worship. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our founder, Krissy Nordhoff, will help you know your strengths as a songwriter and it will also help you better identify where you fit in the co-writing room. Vi...
001 - Who We Are and What We're About
April 25, 2016 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBWe are Krissy Nordhoff and Maribeth Dodd. Krissy is a songwriter, Maribeth is a worship pastor. We are sisters, 6 years apart, and each married with 7 combined kids! In this episode, we introduce ourselves and share our from our unique perspective as two women in leadership in the American church. We hope you will benefit from our experiences and interviews with other like-minded leaders in ministry and business. Take the Songwriter Personality Test This simple 10-minute test created by our ...