TSC Music Radio Podcast: Music with a Mission

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What's TSC Music Radio Podcast: Music with a Mission about?

Weekly podcast from the Music Ministry of Times Square Church in New York City. Features original music, interviews with songwriters, and discussions on contoversial topics in Christian Music Ministry.

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TSC Music Radio Podcast: Music with a Mission episodes:

06.06.2014
Israel and Katie Martinez Interview
The unique journey of Israel and Katie Martinez takes us inside the New York City fashion industry, the gay club scene and ultimately to new life in Christ. On Music with a Mission, this husband and wife team share the...
11.29.2013
Rev. Stefanie Minatee Interview
Rev. Stef and Jubilation came together as a gospel choir in 1998 for a one-time concert. Fifteen years later, they have recorded with the top names in Gospel music, and continue to fulfill their three-fold ministry of evangelism, education and...
11.22.2013
Pastor Joseph Cortese Interview
As a young drummer, the last thing on Joseph Cortese's agenda was taking over the pastorate of his mother's church. But God had another plan! Pastor Joseph Cortese and his wife Melissa, of Crossroads Tabernacle in the Bronx, share their...
11.08.2013
The Big Announcement
For over three years, TSC Music has endeavored to encourage, equip and edify listeners through the weekly Music with a Mission podcast. In this edition of the podcast, we share the new direction God has given the ministry for the...
11.01.2013
What We're Listening to Now
From old-time hymns to new worship choruses to choir specials, Greg Thomas shares a playlist of songs that we've been listening to recently at TSC Music, and are being incorporated into services at Times Square Church.
10.25.2013
LIVRE Interview
The members of gospel group LIVRE are determined to live for God as they navigate the music industry. On Music with a Mission, these young singers share their experiences and struggles along the journey as their musical platform increases.
10.18.2013
Ask TSC Music
How do you balance ministry, family and work? How do you choose songs for worship? Why does the Times Square Church choir no longer wear robes? What is anointing? TSC Music director Greg Thomas discusses these and other questions posed...
10.11.2013
Teresa Conlon Interview
"Worship is the revealing of the heart, unveiling my innermost being to Him." Times Square Church's own Pastor Teresa Conlon discusses the nature of God's invitation to worship, and what it means to create a true atmosphere of worship. She...
10.04.2013
Pay for Play Part 2
Can a Christian musician expect to be supported financially by the church? What about Christian musicians who play secular gigs? What is the calling of the Levitical priesthood, and how does it apply to us today? Greg Thomas, David Ham,...
09.27.2013
Pay for Play Part 1
Should musicians be paid to play in the church? How can we balance financial needs and maintain pure motives in serving God? What is the true calling of God on a musician? Has the emphasis on music in the church...
09.20.2013
Danny Duncan Interview
As a curious 12-year-old, Danny Duncan got his first introduction to audio engineering, and soon began running sound for his church. Decades later, this Grammy award winner is one of the most highly sought after producers in the Christian and...
09.13.2013
John Wineglass Interview
From the church to the concert hall to the big screen, Emmy-award winning composer John Wineglass wears many musical hats. He stops by Music with a Mission during a recent trip to New York to share his approach to orchestration,...
09.06.2013
Clay Bogan and William McDowell Interview
Producer and music director Clay Bogan joins us in the studio to discuss the process of collaborating with songwriter and worship leader, William McDowell on his latest recording projects. Via telephone, William McDowell shares a bit of his musical background,...
08.30.2013
Pastors Leigh Piatt-Gonzalez and Sam Cintron Interview
Does a painting have the power to provoke someone to change? Can the arts really minister beyond the context of a church service? The Hope Center's Senior Pastor Leigh Piatt-Gonzalez and Worship Arts Pastor Sam Cintron, return to Music with...
08.23.2013
Kids Praise Choir Finland Mission Team
Thirteen members of the Times Square Church Kids Praise Choir (KPC), along with their adult chaperones, recently returned from a mission trip to Helsinki, Finland, where they participated in evangelistic children's outreaches with Jippii choirs from around the world. On...
08.16.2013
Chris Thomason Interview
As a former executive of Integrity Music, and current CEO of in:ciite media, Chris Thomason has experienced first hand two decades of dramatic change in the music industry. On Music with a Mission, he gives us an insiders perspective...
08.09.2013
Do You Believe the Truth You Sing?
When you sing the hymn I Surrender All, do you really mean it? Do our lives measure up to the songs we sing in church? How do we enter into authentic worship when the lyrics don't match our feelings? In...
08.02.2013
Bailey Bussell Interview
At just 22 years old, Bailey Bussell has served as worship leader in several different church settings, and is about to embark on her first full-time position as a worship pastor and choir director. On Music with a Mission she...
07.26.2013
The Role of the Choir Director & Worship Leader
What are the musical and spiritual responsibilities of a choir director? What does a typical choir rehearsal entail? What are some important characteristics of an effective worship leader? How does one prepare to lead the congregation in worship? David Ham,...
07.19.2013
Church of Redemption Music Workshop Recap
A team from TSC Music recently travelled to the small town of Agawam, MA to hold a series of workshops with the music ministry of Church of Redemption. Pastor Bill Pass returns to Music with a Mission with several members...
07.12.2013
Conrad Robinson Interview
Success in the secular music industry has not diminished Conrad Robinson's passion to honor Christ with his musical gifts and to impact the lives of young people in New York City. This sought-after vocal coach, choir director, worship leader and...
07.05.2013
The Industry of the Ministry
In this episode of Music with a Mission, Greg Thomas, David Ham and Jessi Carrasco discuss some fundamentals of the music industry that are essential for anyone aspiring to make a living in Christian music. They tackle such questions as:...
06.28.2013
Elder David O'Neill Interview
Having grown up as a preacher's kid, David O'Neill was content to live a life of double standard in the church, until he had his own encounter with the God of his salvation. Now an elder of Times Square Church,...
06.21.2013
TSC Music Band Interview
Psalm 150 exhorts us to praise the Lord with the sound of trumpets, stringed instruments, loud cymbals, and every type of instrument. In this episode of Music with a Mission, members of the Times Square Church band discuss the role...
06.14.2013
Jeannie Ortega Interview
"It was either kill myself or sing, and I was only seven years old." Jeannie Ortega's unique journey has taken her from 'hood life in Brooklyn, to Top 40 music industry success, to complete surrender to Christ. On this edition...
06.07.2013
Uli Gradinger Interview
Times Square Church saxophonist Uli Gradinger has lived a true prodigal son testimony. On Music with a Mission he shares his journey from learning to play jazz in the subways of Paris, through financial ruin, to spiritual transformation and restoration...
05.24.2013
Panel of Recording Artists from Times Square Church
Times Square Church has no shortage of gifted and talented songwriters, several of whom have recently been working on their own recording projects. Music with a Mission assembles a panel of these artists to share their music and discuss...
05.17.2013
Pastor Bill Pass Interview
What is the relationship between the pastor and the worship team? How do we effectively minister in music in a multi-generational church? In this impromptu interview Greg Thomas discusses these and other issues with with Pastor Bill Pass of...
05.10.2013
Ron Foster and John Fairley Interview
In this impromptu podcast, Greg Thomas reminisces with long time friends and pillars of the New Jersey gospel scene, Ron Foster and John Fairley. They share wisdom gained over two lifetimes serving in music ministry, discussing everything from the role...
05.03.2013
Jeremy Castro Interview
"Serve like an intern, even when you're the CEO". Christian music industry veteran Jeremy Castro discusses the balance between business and ministry, marketing Christian music and artists, and what it means to pursue God with the gifts he's given you.
04.26.2013
Training Up the Next Generation in Ministry
What would you do if you were no longer needed in ministry? Do you find your identity in your ministry function, your calling, or in Christ alone? How does mentorship and discipleship relate to music ministry? Greg Thomas, David Ham,...
04.19.2013
Behind the Scenes of TSC Music Recording Projects
TSC Music has released several original studio albums over the years and is currently working on another collection of songs to be released. This edition of Music with a Mission takes you behind the scenes to find out what it...
04.12.2013
Andy Mineo Interview: Heroes for Sale
Hip hop artist Andy Mineo returns to Music with a Mission to chat about his upcoming debut album, Heroes for Sale. He shares in depth about the concept behind the album and it's title, the relationship he has with fans,...
04.05.2013
Thoughtful Preparation for Worship
What is the difference between praise and worship? How does a worship leader prepare for service? What roles do different types of songs play in a worship set? What is the purpose of worshipping in song? Greg Thomas and David...
03.29.2013
Loretta Busch and Nancy Soto Interview
When actors portray the love of Christ onstage through productions like The Cross and the Switchblade, they are supported by an entire crew of people working behind the scenes to make it happen. Loretta Busch and Nancy Soto, from...
03.22.2013
Patrick Dow Interview
Nicky Cruz Outreach CEO, Patrick Dow shares over 20 years of experience using hip hop to present the gospel to the lost hurting and broken in the inner city. He explains the "hit and run" approach to street outreach, and...
03.15.2013
Pastor William Carrol Interview: Gifts, Talents and Calling
What is the purpose of your God-given gifts? How can gifts grow into talents? How do you deploy your gift when you don't have a platform? How can you discover and pursue your calling? Pastor William Carrol addresses these and...
02.22.2013
David and Yvonne Lyon Interview
En route to play at a Canadian folk festival, Scottish singer songwriters David and Yvonne Lyon stop by Music with a Mission during their stopover in New York City. They share insight into songwriting, and their efforts to encourage fellow...
02.15.2013
What are Gifts and Talents? Part 2
What can we do to develop the talents God has given us? How do we become ready to deploy our gifts? How can we identify and nurture gifts and talents in our children? Greg Thomas, David Ham, Juha Antturi and...
02.08.2013
Sheena Lee Interview
As a young singer dedicated to using her gifts and talent for the Lord, Sheena Lee has been through her fair share of ups and downs in ministry.On Music with a Mission she shares openly about how she ran from...
02.01.2013
What are Gifts and Talents?
What is the difference between and gift and a talent? What is purpose of our gifts? How can talents be nurtured and exploited for the kingdom of God? Greg Thomas, David Ham, and Juha Antturi discuss these and more questions...
01.25.2013
Chris Belmont & HeeSun Lee Interview
Chris Belmont, of JahRockn Productions, is a music producer who works to nurture artists with unique talents and points of view. Case in point is HeeSun Lee, the female Asian Christian rapper whose career in the music industry he’s helped...
01.18.2013
The Cross and the Switchblade Directors Interview
The Times Square Church SYP Ministry is mounting a new stage revival of Pastor David Wilkerson’s best-selling book, The Cross and the Switchblade at The Gate January 18th and 25th. The play’s author and director, David Ham, along with co-directors...
01.11.2013
2013 New Years Playlist Part 2
Enjoy another full hour of music with this playlist, including original songs from TSC Music studio recordings and live worship from Times Square Church services.
01.04.2013
2013 New Years Playlist
Ring in the new year with a full hour of music! This playlist includes songs from the TSC Music Live Worship series, Patrick Andy, Kate Conlon, Scott Zacaroli and more.
12.21.2012
Christmas Music and Traditions
The holiday season is a time for family, food, and of course, music! As Christmas approaches, Greg Thomas, David Ham, Jessi Carrasco and Angel Garcia reflect on holiday traditions from different cultures and share music of many genres that celebrates...
12.14.2012
Gold City Quartet Interview
The southern gospel group Gold City Quartet has been singing together for 32 years. During their first ever tour stop in New York City, they share their love for music and soul winning on Music with a Mission.
12.07.2012
Daniel Sanabria Interview
In response to an Atheist advertisement in 2009, Daniel Sanabria and 1500 young people held a prayer walk to make a public declaration that God belongs in New York City. On Music with a Mission, Daniel Sanabria shares how the...
11.30.2012
John and Victory Boyd Interview
During a stroll past Bethesda Fountain in Central Park, passersby are likely to hear the angelic harmonies of John Boyd and his children, as they bring sacred music to the public sphere. John and his daughter Victory share the story...
11.23.2012
Grace in the Midst of Superstorm Sandy
In the midst of Hurricane Sandy’s devastation, God has shown his people great grace. In this special edition of Music with a Mission, TSC Music staff and choir members share their experiences during the storm, and how God has used...

What's TSC Music Radio Podcast: Music with a Mission about?

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TSC Music Radio Podcast: Music with a Mission episodes:

Israel and Katie Martinez Interview

Rev. Stefanie Minatee Interview

Pastor Joseph Cortese Interview

The Big Announcement

What We're Listening to Now

LIVRE Interview

Ask TSC Music

Teresa Conlon Interview

Pay for Play Part 2

Pay for Play Part 1

Danny Duncan Interview

John Wineglass Interview

Clay Bogan and William McDowell Interview

Pastors Leigh Piatt-Gonzalez and Sam Cintron Interview

Kids Praise Choir Finland Mission Team

Chris Thomason Interview

Do You Believe the Truth You Sing?

Bailey Bussell Interview

The Role of the Choir Director & Worship Leader

Church of Redemption Music Workshop Recap

Conrad Robinson Interview

The Industry of the Ministry

Elder David O'Neill Interview

TSC Music Band Interview

Jeannie Ortega Interview

Uli Gradinger Interview

Panel of Recording Artists from Times Square Church

Pastor Bill Pass Interview

Ron Foster and John Fairley Interview

Jeremy Castro Interview

Training Up the Next Generation in Ministry

Behind the Scenes of TSC Music Recording Projects

Andy Mineo Interview: Heroes for Sale

Thoughtful Preparation for Worship

Loretta Busch and Nancy Soto Interview

Patrick Dow Interview

Pastor William Carrol Interview: Gifts, Talents and Calling

David and Yvonne Lyon Interview

What are Gifts and Talents? Part 2

Sheena Lee Interview

What are Gifts and Talents?

Chris Belmont & HeeSun Lee Interview

The Cross and the Switchblade Directors Interview

2013 New Years Playlist Part 2

2013 New Years Playlist

Christmas Music and Traditions

Gold City Quartet Interview

Daniel Sanabria Interview

John and Victory Boyd Interview

Grace in the Midst of Superstorm Sandy