Singing the Welcome of God: Strategies for Expansive Worship Language Join pastor, musician, and author Slats Toole for a workshop on best practices and new ideas for incorporating expansive worship language into your ministry setting. Having worked with national organizations as well as congregations of ten, Slats is a skilled presenter with experience, knowledge, and […]
POSTPONED Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, Saint Andrew's has moved to a remote-teaching situation. This event also included a clinician from the US, which would have required international travel. So we have decided to Postpone this event to a date TBD when we can ensure that all who would like to attend can do so […]
3-day workshop from May 27 to May 30, 2020 in Richmond, VA THIS EVENT IS POSTPONED DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC. UPDATES COMING SOON. Invitation After the busy seasons of Lent and Easter, time away to rest, reflect, and re-inspire is important. Writing the Church's Song is a three-day writing retreat for beginner and […]
Register Now! WEBINAR INFO Join Center Director Brian Hehn for a presentation on why the "traditional/contemporary" divide just doesn't make sense. We'll spend the first half of the session talking about how we go into using this pesky dichotomy, and then we'll explore ways of expanding beyond it. You'll come away with new vocabulary […]
Register Now! WEBINAR INFO Join CCS Ambassador Megan Mash for a presentation on how to use your hymnal as a resource for creating simple but effective anthems. Having served churches in Florida where the Snowbirds reign, Megan's choirs can quickly go from 30 or 40 voices down to 10 or 15. Being able to […]
Register Now! WEBINAR INFO Join CCS Ambassador Slats Toole for a presentation on the basics of leading paperless music. Pulling from their experience as the pastor of a small church, a worship leader who understands how and when technology can fail, and a musician who believes in the importance and power of congregational singing, […]
This webinar is now available on YouTube by clicking here. WEBINAR INFO Join CCS Ambassador Joslyn Henderson on a presentation three of the most influential black musicians in the history of American hymnody. Biographical information as well as examples of their influence and current repertoire will be covered. Date: Monday, January 25th, 2021 Time: […]
Register Now! WEBINAR INFO Join CCS Ambassador TWes Moore for a presentation on the importance of researching the history and context of the songs your congregation sings. How do you do that research? How and why do you share information about a song's context with the congregation? Date: Monday, February 22nd, 2021 Time: 3PM […]
Sister Rosetta Tharpe & Fanny Crosby will be highlighted by Felicia Patton and Brian Hehn in a spirited yet fun-loving battle between two "greats" in the world of congregational song! Wednesday, March 17th 8PM Eastern Time YouTube Live: https://youtu.be/ZNZuD7ridz0 https://youtu.be/ZNZuD7ridz0
Register Now! WEBINAR INFO Join CCS Ambassador Joshua Zentner-Barrett for a presentation on the songs that make us as leaders uncomfortable. How does leading in ways that bring us out of our own comfort zones improve our own musicianship and the congregation's discipleship? How do we overcome the discomfort and dig into new ways […]
