We’re back with part two of our conversation with one of our favorite writers and worship leaders, Leeland Mooring. Join us as we dive into the journey of faith, doubt, convictions and questions that led to the song “Giving Up” which Leeland co-wrote and is featured on. We think you’ll find hope, encouragement, and maybe even some challenges in this discussion. Enjoy! 

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We’ve been on a whirlwind trip around the world the last few weeks. Speaking of whirlwind trips, today’s special guest is Leeland Mooring. Join us for part one of this two-part conversation and learn about how Leeland got his start in worship music… it’s a wild ride! So many unique characters, surprising twists, and pivotal moments that even Hollywood couldn’t write. Enjoy! 

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 Interview with Andrew Osenga (A&R for “A New Reality)

We really enjoyed our time with Andrew Osenga. Andrew is a songwriter, artist, instrumentalist and writer. He was also A&R for “A New Reality”. What does that mean exactly? You’ll have to listen to the podcast episode to find out ;) 

We chat about cultivating creativity, share some BTS stories from the making of “A New Reality” and so much more. I hope you feel as inspired as we felt after this conversation!

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We’re back! After a few weeks on the road, hosts Sarah Kroger and Dom Quaglia sit down to chat about her new song, “Ghost”. They discuss what inspired the song, the importance of developing a relationship with the Holy Spirit, using the fruits of the Holy Spirit as an examination of your life, and so much more. Enjoy!

Key Takeaways:

•Mechanical / weather delays on the way back home from a long trip are the worst. Period. 

•Developing a relationship with the Holy Spirit is a worthy, lifelong pursuit. 

•Sourdough baking has taught Sarah a lot about the fruits of the Spirit…especially “patience”. 

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In this episode of No Filters, hosts Sarah Kroger and Dom Quaglia discuss Sarah’s song ‘Human’, which is a reflection on the divinity and humanity of Jesus — otherwise known as the hypostatic union. It’s the first song Sarah wrote after returning from the Holy Land. You’ll be encouraged to connect with Jesus on a human level… tune in and enjoy!
Key Takeaways:

•Visiting the Holy Land felt like visiting a friend’s hometown and understanding them a little better
•Sarah does not like Taco Bell
•By uniting our suffering to Christ’s suffering, we can bear our burdens and find purpose in them

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In this episode of No Filters, hosts Sarah Kroger and Dom Quaglia discuss Sarah’s song ‘Still Yours’. We talk about our experience at the National Eucharistic Congress, finding your identity in God, the blessing and curse of social media, and much more… we think you’ll really enjoy this one!

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 In this episode of No Filters, hosts Sarah Kroger and Dom Quaglia discuss Sarah’s song ‘Communion’. It’s Dom’s favorite — and even though it is a peaceful ‘vibe’, Sarah was in a bit of turmoil when she wrote it. We discuss all the things… tune in and enjoy!

Key Takeaways:
    •    “Silence is God’s first language” - St John of the Cross 
    •    Communion: “relationship of full understanding”
    •    This song was written from a place of turmoil, but has a peaceful and warm vibe.

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In this episode of No Filters, hosts Sarah Kroger and Dom Quaglia sit down with Alicia St. Gelais. She is the Creative Director at Integrity Music, and she led creative team for Sarah’s recent album. We overuse the word ‘art’ and discuss everything from photo shoots to flower stands… it’s a wide world of creativity when Alicia is around!

You can find more about her here:
https://aliciastgelais.com/
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In this episode of No Filters, hosts Sarah Kroger and Dom Quaglia discuss Sarah’s song ‘Something Greater’. It’s a declaration of faith — which sometimes you have to make aloud, to remind yourself what you believe. Side note, do you wash new clothes before wearing them? These are the kinds of things that will be discussed in this episode. Tune in!

Key Takeaways:

• This was the first song Sarah wrote after the pandemic lockdown
• Dom thinks asking God for miracles is one of the best parts about being a Christian
• You are not in charge of surprise

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In this inaugural episode of No Filters, hosts Sarah Kroger and Dom Quaglia discuss Sarah’s song ‘Glory Be’. Ever wondered how a song idea comes to life? You’ll learn about the inspiration, writing, producing, and live performing of this song, which is based on a well-known prayer… the type of prayer Dom used to complain about. Whether you're a music lover, a prayer warrior or just a person who has ears and can hear, this episode is sure to give you something to think about. 

Key Takeaways:

• The song ‘Glory Be’ is based on a well-known prayer of doxology
• Dom complains because he cares
• Sarah hates turbulence
• Praying can help you live in a way that points people to God, not to yourself
• Simple songs are not always easy to make

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