AWI Podcast

By AWI

Welcome to the Angeles Worship Initiative Podcast! This podcast exists to foster deep and authentic conversations surrounding Christian worship, theology, and the arts. By engaging with a diverse comm... more

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How many episodes does AWI Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 21 episodes available.

AWI Podcast episodes:

October 18, 2024 Can the Music Director & Worship Leader Get Along? | Ft. Aretha Scruggs, Zach Rudulph, & Taylor Cummings
In this episode, Zach Rudulph, Aretha Scruggs, and Taylor Cummings discuss the relationship between the Music Director and the Worship Leader. What are their roles? What is each leader in charge of? How can they best communicate, make decisions, and solve problems inside and outside of a church service? Listen to the full episode to learn how you can best improve your relationship between these two vital roles!

Connect with Zach: https://www.instagram.com/zach_rudulph/
Connect with Aretha: https://www.instagram.com/arethascruggsmusic/

To learn more about AWI, here’s our website:
apu.edu/arts/angeles-worship-initiative

Sign up to stay updated on our events and content:
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Connect with us on Social Media:
instagram.com/angeles_worship
facebook.com/angelesworshipinitiative

Prefer video? Listen now on our YouTube Channel!
https://www.youtube.com/@angelesworshipinitiative9063

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37min
October 04, 2024 Structure vs. Spontaneous Worship | Ft. The Handlebar Podcast / UPPERROOM & Taylor Cummings
In this episode, Aaron Smith and Rafael Greco from the Handlebar Podcast discuss with Taylor Cummings how to balance structure and “flowing” (or spontaneous worship) within a worship service. Different denominations and people tend to lean a certain way, but what would happen if we welcomed God into the whole process? What if we each planned with purpose, alongside also being open and present to what later happens in the room and moment? Will we allow each part to be a conversation with the King? Listen to the full episode to learn more!

Connect with TheHandlebarPodcast: https://www.instagram.com/handlebarpodcast/

Listen to The Handlebar Podcast:
https://open.spotify.com/show/7tGgBnNpm9MXQbXWcF2i4J?si=ece3d825eb744fe6

To learn more about AWI, here’s our website:
apu.edu/arts/angeles-worship-initiative

Sign up to stay updated on our events and content:
https://apu.us20.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=56ccf37eb7e9a70bbf8c1dbf0&id=f501a1abeb

Connect with us on Social Media:
instagram.com/angeles_worship
facebook.com/angelesworshipinitiative

Prefer video? Listen now on our YouTube Channel!
https://www.youtube.com/@angelesworshipinitiative9063
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26min
September 20, 2024 Avenues of Worship, Through Instruments | Zach Rudulph & Taylor Cummings
In this episode, Zach Rudulph and Taylor Cummings discuss how a variety of instruments, especially the bass, can be an avenue of worship. Through his expertise in church and touring with Andy Grammar, Zach highlights the balance between doing too much and being distracting vs. how to best compliment and enhance a worship set. In addition, they tackle the question of how to separate your identity from your instrument and ultimately be confident in who God says you are and what you bring to the table. Listen to the full episode to discover how you can best worship God through your instrument!

Connect with Zach Rudulph: https://www.instagram.com/zach_rudulph/

To learn more about AWI, here’s our website:
apu.edu/arts/angeles-worship-initiative

Sign up to stay updated on our events and content:
https://apu.us20.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=56ccf37eb7e9a70bbf8c1dbf0&id=f501a1abeb

Connect with us on Social Media:
instagram.com/angeles_worship
facebook.com/angelesworshipinitiative

Prefer video? Listen now on our YouTube Channel!
https://www.youtube.com/@angelesworshipinitiative9063
...more
39min
September 06, 2024 Family in Ministry | Ft. Tommy Walker & Taylor Cummings
In this episode, Tommy Walker and Taylor Cummings discuss all about Family in Ministry. From the beauties and benefits, to the challenges and disciplines that come with it. Here, Tommy elaborates on how he personally was raised within ministry, and how his own family legacy continues on within the church. Watch the full video to learn more!

Connect with Tommy Walker: https://www.instagram.com/tommywalkerministries/

To learn more about AWI, here’s our website:
apu.edu/arts/angeles-worship-initiative

Sign up to stay updated on our events and content:
https://apu.us20.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=56ccf37eb7e9a70bbf8c1dbf0&id=f501a1abeb

Connect with us on Social Media:
instagram.com/angeles_worship facebook.com/angelesworshipinitiative

Prefer video? Listen now on our YouTube Channel!
https://www.youtube.com/@angelesworshipinitiative9063
...more
35min
August 23, 2024 Avenues of Worship, Through Vocals | Ft. Aretha Scruggs & Taylor Cummings
In this episode, Aretha Scruggs and Taylor Cummings discuss how singing and being a vocalist is an avenue of worship. Aretha gives vocalists practical tips about how the voice works and how to best take care of it, how to lead vocally as a worship leader, and how to discover your unique voice. Through this video, we hope you walk away feeling more informed about your voice and what kind of leader/creative you may be!

Connect with Aretha Scruggs: https://www.instagram.com/arethascruggsmusic/

Check out her latest EP called “Seasons” on all music platforms.

To learn more about AWI, here’s our website:
apu.edu/arts/angeles-worship-initiative

Sign up to stay updated on our events and content:
https://apu.us20.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=56ccf37eb7e9a70bbf8c1dbf0&id=f501a1abeb

Connect with us on Social Media:
instagram.com/angeles_worship
facebook.com/angelesworshipinitiative

Prefer video? Listen now on our YouTube Channel!
https://www.youtube.com/@angelesworshipinitiative9063
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34min
August 09, 2024 Unity Between Worship Leader & Pastor | Ft. The Handlebar Podcast & Taylor Cummings
In this episode, Aaron Smith, Rafael Greco, and Taylor Cummings discuss the relationship between the Worship Leader and Pastor, and how they can best lead a room in unity. To not only lead unified, but to stay unified amidst a service, requires trust and an ear tuned to the Lord. Take a listen to this full episode to learn more about how to follow the Lord’s nudges together, how to hear God amidst the noise in a room, and how to not let the pressures of man determine your next move. Enjoy!

I’d like to give a special thank you to Aaron and Raffi, from UPPERROOM and the Handlebar Podcast, for this conversation and for coming out to California for AWI’s Worship Arts Lab 2024. Your voice & impact are felt. We love and appreciate you!!

Connect with Aaron Smith: https://www.instagram.com/amannamedaaron/
Email Aaron: [email protected]
Connect with Raffi Greco: https://www.instagram.com/raffi.greco/

Check out The Handlebar Podcast:
https://www.youtube.com/@thehandlebarpodcast

To learn more about AWI, here’s our website:
apu.edu/arts/angeles-worship-initiative

Sign up to stay updated on our events and content:
https://apu.us20.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=56ccf37eb7e9a70bbf8c1dbf0&id=f501a1abeb

Connect with us on Social Media:
instagram.com/angeles_worship
facebook.com/angelesworshipinitiative

Prefer video? Listen now on our YouTube Channel!
https://www.youtube.com/@angelesworshipinitiative9063
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47min
July 26, 2024 Avenues of Worship, Through Visual Arts | Ft. Bill Catling & Taylor Cummings
In this episode, Bill Catling and Taylor Cummings discuss how a plethora of visual arts, especially ceramics, are absolutely an avenue of worship. Bill Catling highlights how creating connects us to our Creator and to our humanity. He also points out how the process of creating is within various parts of the Bible, including Genesis and Exodus with the building of the Tabernacle. Whether you create physically or digitally, or not at all, watch this video to understand the beauty of this style of worship!

Connect with Bill Catling: https://www.instagram.com/williamcatling/
Bill’s Website: https://williamcatling.com/

To learn more about AWI, here’s our website: apu.edu/arts/angeles-worship-initiative

Sign up to stay updated on our events and content: https://apu.us20.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=56ccf37eb7e9a70bbf8c1dbf0&id=f501a1abeb

Connect with us on Social Media:
instagram.com/angeles_worship
facebook.com/angelesworshipinitiative

Prefer video? Listen now on our YouTube Channel!
https://www.youtube.com/@angelesworshipinitiative9063
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45min
July 12, 2024 Songs for the Church | Ft. Tommy Walker & Taylor Cummings
In this episode, Tommy Walker and Taylor Cummings discuss the topic of writing songs for the church. What makes a song congregational? How do songs make it to the global church? How do I get my pastor on board with my songs? This conversation addresses these questions that worship leaders and songwriters of today may have. Whether you’re a songwriter or not, we hope this leaves you encouraged, recognizing the power of songs being birthed within the local church!

Connect with Tommy Walker: https://www.instagram.com/tommywalkerministries/

To learn more about AWI, here’s our website:
https://www.apu.edu/arts/angeles-worship-initiative/

Sign up to stay updated on our events and content:
https://apu.us20.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=56ccf37eb7e9a70bbf8c1dbf0&id=f501a1abeb

Connect with us on Social Media:
https://www.instagram.com/angeles_worship
https://www.facebook.com/angelesworshipinitiative

Prefer audio? Listen now on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/awi-podcast/id1748241661
https://open.spotify.com/show/1Z8Nsvtp55nn3wimvRNxvr
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33min
June 28, 2024 Avenues of Worship, Songwriting | Ft. David Gaulton from Jesus Use Me
In this episode, David Gaulton and Taylor Cummings discuss the topic of worship through the avenue of songwriting. This conversation explores the definition of worship, how to write worship songs, what makes a song categorized as personal vs. congregational worship, and more! David Gaulton encourages every songwriter out there, to finish the song and share their creative writing with the local church. Watch the whole video to understand the nitty gritty of how songwriting is worship, and how it can enhance your relationship with God as well as the churches!

Connect with David Gaulton: @davidgaulton

To learn more about AWI, here’s our website: apu.edu/arts/angeles-worship-initiative

Sign up to stay updated on our events and content: https://apu.us20.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=56ccf37eb7e9a70bbf8c1dbf0&id=f501a1abeb

Connect with us on Social Media: instagram.com/angeles_worship
facebook.com/angelesworshipinitiative

Prefer video? Listen now on our YouTube Channel!
https://www.youtube.com/@angelesworshipinitiative9063
...more
31min
June 07, 2024 What is Worship? | Ft. Dr. Stephen Martin
In this episode, Dr. Stephen Martin and Taylor Cummings attempt to answer the question of “What is worship?” To do so, they look at several different biblical passages from the Old Testament to the New Testament. They discuss how worship goes beyond music, as well as the differences between individual and corporate worship. May this conversation help you fully orient yourself to God and define worship along the way!

Connect with Stephen Martin:
Email [email protected]

To learn more about AWI, here’s our website:
apu.edu/arts/angeles-worship-initiative

Sign up to stay updated on our events and content:
https://apu.us20.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=56ccf37eb7e9a70bbf8c1dbf0&id=f501a1abeb

Connect with us on Social Media:
instagram.com/angeles_worship facebook.com/angelesworshipinitiative

Prefer video? Listen now on our YouTube Channel!
https://www.youtube.com/@angelesworshipinitiative9063
...more
38min

FAQs about AWI Podcast:

How many episodes does AWI Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 21 episodes available.