The Worship Catalyst Podcast is a podcast designed to train and inspire you to be a more godly leader. Each season, Austin and a co-host dive into different topics about worship. Season 1: Sports & Worship Leading w/co-host Stephen Handley Season 2: From Attending to Encountering God w/co-host Corey Coogan Season 3: What Worship Leaders Need to Know from Seminary w/co-host Stephen Handley The Worship Catalyst Podcast is produced by Worship Catalyst. A non-profit ministry that serves churches…
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Send us Fan Mail America is changing — and so is the sound of its churches. In this opening episode of One Voice, Many Languages, we sit down with five worship leaders to explore the theory behind multilingual worship: why they do it, how the decision was made, and what to consider if you're thinking about adding another language to your own services. Guests: Joe Kibbey (Columbus, OH), Lane Wood…
Send us Fan Mail Leading worship isn’t just about singing songs—it’s about engaging people with God. In this final episode of the season, Austin Ryan and Jaren Mooring talk about what it really means to lead a congregation in worship that connects, moves, and points people toward Jesus. You’ll learn: -How to recognize real engagement in a congregation -Ways to prepare spiritually and practically…
Send us Fan Mail Band practice happens every week—but not every rehearsal is effective. In this episode, Austin Ryan and Jaren Mooring break down what it actually takes to lead a productive, engaging, and spiritually healthy worship rehearsal . They cover: How to prepare for band practice as a leader How to get your team to come prepared Structuring rehearsals for efficiency and growth Balancing…
Send us Fan Mail What does a worship leader actually do all week? In this episode of The Worship Catalyst Podcast , Austin Ryan sits down with worship leader Jaren Mooring to walk through a real, behind-the-scenes look at his weekly schedule —from service planning and rehearsals to meetings, family life, and personal rhythms with God. You’ll get practical insight into: How a typical worship leader…
Send us Fan Mail Jesus didn’t just preach truth—He cared deeply for the people He led. In the final episode of the season, Austin Ryan and Lane Wood look to Jesus as the ultimate example of soul care and leadership . By examining key moments from the Gospels, they uncover how Jesus taught, served, rested, corrected, empowered, and loved His team. This episode explores: How Jesus invested deeply in…
Send us Fan Mail If leaders aren’t healthy, teams eventually suffer. In Episode 4, Austin Ryan and Lane Wood turn the conversation inward, exploring 10 non-negotiable ways leaders must care for themselves spiritually, emotionally, physically, and relationally. This honest conversation addresses: Why neglecting health leads to burnout and failure What “healthy leadership” really looks like Daily,…
Send us Fan Mail Most leaders don’t lead uniform teams—they lead beautifully messy ones. In this episode, Austin Ryan and Lane Wood tackle one of the biggest leadership challenges today: caring for teams made up of wildly different ages, backgrounds, personalities, and experiences . From teenagers to retirees, new believers to seasoned saints, this conversation offers practical wisdom for leading…
Send us Fan Mail Healthy teams don’t happen by accident—they’re built with intentional care. In Episode 2 of The Worship Catalyst Podcast , Austin Ryan and Lane Wood get incredibly practical, sharing 23 (plus!) proven ways to keep teams spiritually healthy, connected, and thriving . Whether you lead staff, volunteers, creatives, or a small group, these ideas are designed to work in real life with…
Send us Fan Mail Soul Care is a phrase leaders hear often—but few truly understand or practice. In this opening episode of Season 6 of The Worship Catalyst Podcast , Austin Ryan sits down with worship leader Lane Wood to define what soul care really is—and why it matters for every leader . This isn’t self-help or self-indulgence. It’s learning to live and lead by grace, using the strength and…
Send us Fan Mail Season 5: How to Build the Team of Your Dreams Episode 4: How Co-Leadership Builds Stronger Teams | The 3 Covenants What if leadership didn’t have to be lonely? In this final episode of the Worship Catalyst Podcast series Building the Team of Your Dreams, Austin Ryan and Ben Barfield unpack what it looks like to lead together without losing unity. Drawing from nearly 20 years of…