Main Sessions at WorshipGod09
So WorshipGod08 was barely over when we took a hard look at our conference schedule. We knew it would serve a number of people (especially our conferencing staff) if we moved the WorshipGod conference to the odd years. So here we are a little over five months away from WorshipGod09. It’s hard to believe…
This year’s conference asks how we can pass on the most important aspects of corporate worship from one generation to the next. As I’ve read, studied, traveled around, and talked to people about congregational worship, it’s clear that one of the most challenging areas is benefiting from those who’ve gone before us while continuing to serve those who come after us, remembering all the time that it’s not about us anyway.
At a time when many churches are offering different services to suit varied musical tastes, it’s wise to take a fresh look at the biblical reasons for gathering together as God’s people. What unites us? What role does the church play in worship? In the life of a musician? What role do musicians play in the church? I’ve invited a few friends to help me answer those questions.
John Piper will be taking the first two main sessions to speak on the importance of passing on both truth and passion. His life and writings have been an example of both to me for years, and I’m thrilled that he’s able to join us.
My good friend, Jeff Purswell, will be speaking Thursday night on why the church needs musicians in each generation. His biblical precision, clear thinking, and pastoral heart have been a highlight of past WorshipGod conferences. I doubt that this year will be any different.
Last year, Thabiti Anyabwile was one of the most appreciated speakers. At WorshipGod09 he’ll be addressing the role of the church from generation to generation. His book, Nine Marks of a Healthy Church Member, is filled with biblical and practical wisdom on how to glorify God as part of a church. I’m looking forward to what he has to say on this crucial topic.
On Friday night, CJ Mahaney and I will be talking about what we’ve learned over the past 30 years, 20 of which we’ve worked together at conferences or in the same church. I’m confident that along with covering a broad variety of topics, we’ll have loads of fun. We always do when CJ’s around.
On the last morning I’ll be tackling the topic of serving generations to come. I haven’t totally decided on the specific focus, so I’d appreciate your prayers.
Along with the main speakers, I’m also excited that Keith and Kristyn Getty, Shai Linne, Don Whitney, Ben Gowell, and others will be joining us this year.
Hope to see you there.
Bob Kauflin
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Bob, maybe I’m missing it, but is there a way to see how much the conference costs without going through the registration process?
Jim,
Thanks for the heads up. I added the info on the registration page.
I am waiting (and hoping) for the announcement that Mark Altrogge is going to do announcements this year.
i want to know if you (conference a mean) are thinking to give language traslation/? in spanish??
Fatima, I’m happy to let you know that we’ll be providing Spanish translation for the main sessions, and hopefully the seminars that take place in the main auditorium. I’ll be announcing this in the near future on the WorshipGod website.
Hello,
We are belong to Grace Church Frisco and are very interested in addending the Worship God 09 conference. We are a little low on funds and are unsure if we would be able to pay for the conference until mid June. We were wondering how fast is this event filling up and is it likely that you would have two spots open on June 15th.
Sincerely,
David and Julie Holt
davidjulieholt@gmail.com
phone 214-618-4339
Dave and Julie, thanks for wanting to come to WorshipGod09! We’re close to 1000 now, so still plenty of time to sign up. Although there is usually a large group of people who sign up when the rates increase (June 1). But I’m fairly sure you’ll be fine.
I just registered today May 27. Two of the folks I registered were VERY interested in the Advance Piano Technique class. Any chance to consider raising the number of registrants?
Mark, thanks for letting me know. We just changed the rooms. He should be able to change his seminar choice now.
I’d like to hear your thoughts on what role you think current musicians in the church should play in taking in music “apprentices” or what responsibility we have to teach musicianship skills and technique to the next generation. Especially if some of our young ones are home schooled and perhaps lack exposure to music training or if money for lessons is an issue. If we should feel the burden to do so, what should that look like? Teaching lessons? Offering opportunites to have current musicians “observed”? Inviting young people to worship team rehearsals?…. On a side note how do you handle those who sacrificially serve in the vocal arena but sing slightly out of tune? (I’m not a leader). No need to answer now, just looking forward to asking at the conference and hoping to get ideas there.
Hey there, Mr. Kauflin.
Unfortunately, I will not be able to attend this years conference. I am a young worship leader at my church seeking to understand more about my role in the church.
I just had a quick question:
Will all of the Main Sessions and Seminars be available for download post-conference?
Joshua, yes, all the main sessions and most of the seminars will be available for free download after the conference.
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