What if the relationship between a lead pastor and worship pastor wasn’t tense, but collaborative?

In this breakout session from Creative Tides Summit Conference, Lane Greenleaf-Perez, a current lead pastor and former worship pastor, shares honest insight into one of the most important—and often misunderstood—relationships on a church staff. Lane is the lead pastor at @RedHillsChurchNewberg in Newberg, OR.

Drawing from experience on both sides of the role, he addresses the belief that the lead pastor is the enemy of creativity and why that mindset ultimately hurts both ministry and people. Instead, this conversation reframes the lead pastor–worship pastor relationship as a partnership built on trust, communication, and shared vision.

In this session, we talk about:

• How to foster collaboration across staff matters, especially between lead pastors and worship leaders
• How creativity can thrive under healthy leadership and structure
• Navigating expectations from your lead pastor without resentment
• How to have difficult or clarifying conversations with wisdom and humility
• Building alignment instead of tension between preaching and worship
• What lead pastors actually hope worship leaders understand

This breakout is especially helpful for:

• Worship leaders feeling misunderstood or constrained
• Creatives navigating leadership dynamics
• Pastors and staff members wanting healthier collaboration
• Anyone trying to lead with both excellence and unity

If you’ve ever struggled to communicate vision, felt tension around creativity, or wondered how to navigate expectations from leadership, this conversation offers practical language, perspective, and encouragement.

📍 Recorded live at Creative Tides Summit Conference

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What’s been most challenging about collaborating with leadership in your context?

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Playing well as a band isn’t just about everyone knowing their part—it’s about listening, supporting, and serving the song together.

In this session from Creative Tides Summit Conference, we talk about how to move from everyone playing at once to playing cohesively as a team. This conversation is especially helpful for worship leaders, band members, and church teams who want tighter rehearsals, clearer arrangements, and a more unified sound. This session was facilitated by Jozi Bently, volunteer worship leader and musician at @rhcc in Tualatin, OR.

We cover:

• What it actually means to play together as a band
• How to use tracks in a way that supports (not replaces) live musicians
• Common reasons bands sound cluttered or disconnected
• How to listen musically and leave space
• Playing with intention instead of volume
• Building cohesion between rhythm section, vocals, and tracks

We also talk practically about preparation before rehearsal, including:

• How to use Planning Center to share charts, recordings, tracks, and resources ahead of time
• Setting clear expectations so musicians can come prepared
• Why better preparation leads to more efficient rehearsals and healthier team culture

If you’ve ever felt like your band sounds busy, chaotic, or disconnected—or like rehearsals are spent catching people up instead of making music—this session will help you rethink preparation, communication, and musical unity.

📍 Recorded live at Creative Tides Summit Conference

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What’s one thing that helps your band play more cohesively?

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Worship as Discipleship | Genesis, Sacrifice & the Songs We Teach the Church

What if worship isn’t just something we do, but something that forms us?

In this session from Creative Tides Summit Conference (October 25, 2025), we explore worship as a form of discipleship: how what we sing, say, and practice in worship shapes our theology, our identity, and the way we love others. Facilitated by Ashlee Truitt, Worship Pastor at @RedHillsChurchNewberg in Newberg, OR, and founder of @Creative_Tides .

We begin in Genesis, looking at the creation story and what it means to be made in the image of God. From there, we trace the structure of atoning sacrifices in the Old Testament and how Jesus fulfills the Law in the New Testament, reframing how we understand ourselves, one another, and our response of worship.

From theology to practice, we turn toward the modern church:

• How worship teaches theology, whether we intend it to or not
• Why lyrics matter more than we often realize
• The difference between private worship and corporate worship songs
• How congregational worship shapes belief, formation, and discipleship over time

This conversation is for worship leaders, songwriters, pastors, creatives, and church teams who want to think more deeply about why we worship the way we do. It also explores how worship can faithfully point people to God’s story rather than ourselves.

📍 Recorded live at Creative Tides Summit Conference — October 25, 2025

👉 If this resonates, share it with your worship team or church leadership—and join the conversation in the comments:

How has worship shaped your theology or understanding of God?

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What if the thing shaping your rehearsals the most isn’t the music, but the way you communicate?

In this session from Creative Tides Summit Conference (October 25, 2025), we share practical wisdom on how to lead rehearsals your volunteers actually love, without lowering standards or sacrificing excellence. Faciliated by Jon Knapp, Worship Pastor at @CountrysideCommunityChurch in Sherwood, OR.

This conversation is especially for worship leaders, band leaders, and church creatives who want rehearsals that feel productive, encouraging, and honoring of the people who show up week after week.

In this session, Jon covers:

• Why clear communication may be the most powerful leadership tool you have
• How to set cultural standards and expectations that build trust
• Holding volunteers to expectations with clarity, kindness, and consistency
• How to communicate effectively with instruments you don’t play
• Leading rehearsals that value both people and excellence

Whether you’re leading seasoned musicians or brand-new volunteers, the way you prepare, speak, and set direction will shape the entire rehearsal environment.

📍 Recorded live at Creative Tides Summit Conference — October 25, 2025

If you lead worship, tech, or creative teams in the church, this session will help you build rehearsals that are clear, collaborative, and life-giving.

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What’s the hardest part of leading rehearsals for you?

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In this episode of the Creative Tides Podcast, we sit down with Jack Espinosa — drummer, producer, and creative leader — to talk about building a sustainable music career, serving the local church, and the real tools that support great live and studio work.Jack shares his journey from classical piano to touring drummer, how local mentors shaped his career, and why persistence, preparation, and community matter more than hype. We also dive into a practical rig rundown, covering the exact gear he uses for recording, touring, and playback — plus how his band Becoming Bristol runs tracks and production.Creative Tides exists to bring expertise locally — creating access, conversations, and resources that help creatives grow where they are. This episode is a perfect example of that mission in action.🔗 Learn more, support the podcast, or explore our resources at 👉 https://www.creative-tides.comIf this podcast has served you, one way that you can support it is by giving a one-time or recurring donation or by purchasing something in our Merch shop. Use code PODCAST at check-out to receive 10% off your Merch purchase. 🧢 https://www.creative-tides.com/merch🛠️ Gear Mentioned in This EpisodeDrums & HardwareDW Performance Series Drum Kit |  @dwdrums  | https://amzn.to/3KA0RIeDW 9000 Hardware (heavy-duty, professional touring hardware) | https://amzn.to/3N0rjeDLudwig Die-Cast hoops |  @LudwigDrumsHQ  | https://amzn.to/48Y1AetShure 535 IEM |  @shure  | https://amzn.to/3KIn07d KZ 12-Driver IEMs | https://amzn.to/48Y1vrbDrumsticksProMark extended-length drumsticks |  @PromarkDrumsticks  | https://amzn.to/4iWg2bpVater drumsticks (used interchangeably depending on feel and availability) |  @VaterPercussionUSA  | https://amzn.to/48AHIPuKeys & TracksSchimmel Piano (the piano Jack grew up playing) |  @SchimmelPianosOfficial  | Ableton Live (for running tracks and production) |  @Ableton  Playback by Multitracks (used for worship and live playback environments) |  @MultiTracksYT  🎶 Bands & Artists MentionedBecoming Bristol |  @becomingbristol7525  Switchfoot |  @switchfoot  Newsboys |  @newsboystv  Hillsong United |  @hillsongunited  U2 |  @U2official  Journey |  @journey  CeCe Winans |  @CeCeWinansOfficial  🎧 Topics CoveredTransitioning from classical training to modern worship & touringBuilding skill through the local churchRunning tracks without a playback techGear choices for live vs studio environmentsWhy mentorship matters more than momentum🔔 Subscribe & SupportIf this episode encouraged you or helped you think differently about your creative work, consider supporting the podcast through donations or merch — it helps us continue creating conversations like this and bringing expert voices into local creative communities.#CreativeTidesPodcast #MusicPodcast #DrummerLife #WorshipMusic#MusicProduction #AbletonLive #MultitracksPlayback#DWDrums #ProMarkSticks #VaterDrumsticks#BecomingBristol #Switchfoot #CreativeCommunity #NonprofitPodcast

In Session 3 of this Workshop, Melanie Dobson and Tony Scarcello take audience questions and discuss their writing processes, structure, editing timeline, and publishing avenues.

Writing fiction is Melanie Dobson’s excuse to explore abandoned houses, travel to unique places, and spend hours reading old books and dreaming up new stories. The award-winning author of more than thirty books, most of those historical and contemporary fiction, Melanie enjoys researching and weaving together inspirational stories including The Wings of Poppy Pendleton, Memories of Glass, and Catching the Wind. Her novels have won five Carol Awards, the ForeWord Religious Novel of the Year, and an Audie Award. Melanie also enjoys teaching creative writing at conferences throughout the Pacific Northwest and as an adjunct professor at Corban University. More information about her journey is available at melaniedobson.com

Tony Scarcello is an ordained Foursquare minister, church planter, and serves as the pastor of discipleship at Red Hills Church just outside of Portland, OR. He is the author of Regenerate: Following Jesus After Deconstruction and the upcoming Love All Our Neighbors: How Churches That Hold a Traditional Sexual Ethic Can Care for LGBTQ People. Tony a contributing writer to The Center for Faith, Sexuality, and Gender, and Theology in the Raw. He lives in Hillsboro, Oregon with the girl of his dreams, his wife Kelsey.

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In Session 2 of this Workshop, Tony Scarcello shares how to get started in the creative writing process, including a framework of thinking to process through before even putting pen to paper.

Tony Scarcello is an ordained Foursquare minister, church planter, and serves as the pastor of discipleship at Red Hills Church just outside of Portland, OR. He is the author of Regenerate: Following Jesus After Deconstruction and the upcoming Love All Our Neighbors: How Churches That Hold a Traditional Sexual Ethic Can Care for LGBTQ People. Tony a contributing writer to The Center for Faith, Sexuality, and Gender, and Theology in the Raw. He lives in Hillsboro, Oregon with the girl of his dreams, his wife Kelsey.

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In Session 1 of this Workshop, author and Discipleship Pastor, Tony Scarcello, shares about the innate purpose and drive we have as creatives, crafted in the Imago Dei, and how to pursue, cultivate, and create from this place of holy creativity.

Tony Scarcello is an ordained Foursquare minister, church planter, and serves as the pastor of discipleship at Red Hills Church just outside of Portland, OR. He is the author of Regenerate: Following Jesus After Deconstruction and the upcoming Love All Our Neighbors: How Churches That Hold a Traditional Sexual Ethic Can Care for LGBTQ People. Tony a contributing writer to The Center for Faith, Sexuality, and Gender, and Theology in the Raw. He lives in Hillsboro, Oregon with the girl of his dreams, his wife Kelsey.

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In this episode, we sit down with Dan Alber — bass player and playback engineer for Kari Jobe and Cody Carnes, founder of Ableton Is Confusing Sometimes, and co-founder of Spacewalk Live.Dan shares his journey into music and production, what life on the road touring is really like, and how his experiences led to building two creative, community-focused companies.It’s a conversation on calling, creativity, and the art of leading from the background — packed with insights for musicians, worship leaders, and creatives alike.www.creative-tides.comhttps://www.abletonisconfusingsometimes.com/https://spacewalklive.univer.se/

Explore the art of writing and storytelling in this hands-on workshop designed for creatives of all kinds. Whether you're an aspiring author, a pastor shaping sermons, a songwriter crafting lyrics, or simply someone looking to grow as a writer, you'll gain tools to strengthen your voice and refine your process.This event is completely free and will be held at George Fox University.

In this interview Ashlee Truitt interviews workshop key facilitator, Tony Scarcello:

Tony Scarcello is an ordained Foursquare minister, church planter, and serves as the pastor of discipleship at Red Hills Church just outside of Portland, OR. He is the author of Regenerate: Following Jesus After Deconstruction and the upcoming Love All Our Neighbors: How Churches That Hold a Traditional Sexual Ethic Can Care for LGBTQ People. Tony is acontributing writer to The Center for Faith, Sexuality, and Gender, and Theology in the Raw. He lives in Hillsboro, Oregon with the girl of his dreams, his wife Kelsey.

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