Hi Everyone, Welcome to a work in progress! Over the next several blogs we’ll discuss Worship Team Dynamics. The HEART & the ART of what we do as worship leaders & church musicians. The goal is to present the practical side of worship ministry as we seek to take our worship teams to a new level of excellence and effectiveness for the Kingdom of God. Your feedback & thoughts along the way will be greatly appreciated! Worshipfully, Steve Worship Team Dynamics Pt 1. The “HEART” of the Matter! Any exploration of worship team dynamics must begin with the recognition that there are two distinct dimensions to be considered, the spiritual & the musical. Let’s define these as, the HEART and the ART of the matter. There’s no question that the priority in worship ministry lies with the heart. If the heart of the worship leader or team is filled with wrong motives (sin), then the art quickly becomes a non-issue. However, if the heart is right, then the art becomes essential to the establishment a spiritual climate attractive to the Holy Spirit of God. Remember, it was a “sound” that announced the arrival of the Holy Spirit on the day of pentacost! Another of my favorite passages of scripture regarding music and the prophetic anointing is found in 2 Kings 3:10-15 So the king of Israel went with the king of Judah and the king of Edom, and they marched on that roundabout route seven days; and there was no water for the army, nor for the animals that followed them. 10 And the king of Israel said, “Alas! For the LORD has called these three kings together to deliver them into the hand of Moab.” 11 But Jehoshaphat said, “Is there no prophet of the LORD here, that we may inquire of the LORD by him?” So one of the servants of the king of Israel answered and said, “Elisha the son of Shaphat is here, who poured water on the hands of Elijah.” 12 And Jehoshaphat said, “The word of the LORD is with him.” So the king of Israel and Jehoshaphat and the king of Edom went down to him. 13 Then Elisha said to the king of Israel, “What have I to do with you? Go to the prophets of your father and the prophets of your mother.” But the king of Israel said to him, “No, for the LORD has called these three kings together to deliver them into the hand of Moab.” 14 And Elisha said, “As the LORD of hosts lives, before whom I stand, surely were it not that I regard the presence of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, I would not look at you, nor see you. 15 But now bring me a musician.” Then it happened, when the musician played, that the hand of the LORD came upon him. This workshop starts, ever cautiously, with the assumption that the overall heart of your worship leadership is healthy and that regular attention is given to the spiritual growth and the increasing Christ-likeness of your team members. Think About it… 1. How would you rate the overall spiritual health of your team? 2. What spiritual disciplines do you have in place that will help assure your on-going spiritual growth? 3. In what ways do you think that your team may need to grow spiritually? 4. In regards to your team, do you see yourself as a spiritual pacesetter, a spiritual weak link, or somewhere in between? How do you think your teammates see you? To be contiued in Part 2

Dear Worshiper, Starting in September Family Life Church will be holding Elevate Worship Nights once a month on Sunday evenings starting at 6pm. Elevate is all about Passionate Praise, Intimate Worship & power-filled teaching. We believe our faith filled worship creates an atmosphere that is attractive to the Spirit of God. We believe that wheverever God is worshiped in Spirit & in Truth He comes and establishes His Kingdom in our midst and begins to exercise His Kingship among His people. We invite you to join us as we expect to be changed by His presence as He pours out His Spirit among us. If you are in need of physical, emotional or relational healing, or just want to soak in the goodness of God then don't miss Elevate!!! For info please contact Pastor Steve at steve@myflc.org. Fall 2008 Elevate Service Dates September 21, October 19, November 23

Attention Senior Pastors & worship leaders... Are you looking for a mentor, a coach, or just someone to bounce ideas off? For a limited time, I am available to coach or consult with a small number of worship leaders or teams free of charge. Nearly twelve years as the worship pastor at one of the northwest's largest, most dynamic Foursquare churches has given me the experience & vision to come along side developing worship leaders and teams. References are gladly available upon request. Sound interesting? I'd be happy to talk with you. Please shoot me an email at steve@myflc.org, or call me at (503) 538-3181. Steve L. Anderson Pastor of Worship & Arts Family Life Church Newberg, OR www.myflc.org

Passionate praise, intimate worship & a power-filled Word are the hallmarks of each ELEVATE service. Beginning in September, Elevate will be held monthly at Family Life Church, 502 S. St. Paul Hwy in Newberg, OR. Our next event is scheduled for Sunday evening 9.21.08. at 6pm. Admission is free & everyone is welcome. Please watch this site for details or log on to www.myflc.org!

What a beautiful setting! A phrase that was heard time & again Sunday night , 7/27, at the George Fox amphitheater in Newberg. Nearly perfect weather greeted the approximately 200 worshippers in attendance who came to ELEVATE the name of Jesus. The Frontline Worship Band established the atmosphere by leading the way with powerful songs of praise & adoration. Pastor Dave Benson encouraged the congregation to rise up on wings like eagles and find strength through a lifestyle of worship. According to Steve Anderson, Pastor of Worship & Arts at Family Life Church, "I think it was a great night for the church and a win for the Kingdom! Thanks to all those who came out & supported the event." He went on to say, "We learned some things about hosting the event and we're looking forward to doing it again next summer." Family Life Church in Newberg will begin offering monthly ELEVATE events at it's Newberg, Oregon campus beginning September 21, at 6 pm. Watch for more information about the 2008-09 ELEVATE schedule on the this website or contact FLC at (503) 538-3181