TSC Music Radio Podcast: Music with a Mission

Classical Opera is not known for its Christian musical influence, yet there is one who has found a niche in using her classical style to draw souls unto Christ. Yolanda F. Johnson chats with Derek Davis about her unique gift in the unique genre of Opera.

Can we praise God, the creator of all things, listening to beautiful instrumental music written by secular artists? Is it in the arrangement of the song or in the intent of the heart of the listener? Or does it have to do with personal conviction? Saxophonist and former Director of TSC Music Ministry Todd Williams talks about whether purely instrumental music can inspire our praise to God.

Can God find glory in Christian music produced with pride and wrong motives? Singer-Evangelist Damaris Carbaugh talks about her journey from singing for the crowd to truly singing for God. She encourages those feeling far from God to come back to His word, for He who began a good work in you will surely complete it.

God has done great things in the Music With a Mission podcast in the year 2010. Hear about the different genres, artists, and topics we hosted and talked about. From David Ham's Spoken Word, to Dave Boyer's Big Band and others, take a listen at how God exceeded our expectations and made this podcast his very own.

Listen to the awe inspiring story of Simeon, Anna, and others as they witness the arrival of Jesus Christ. Experience this live recording of the 2003 Times Square Church dramatic presentation of “All Cry Glory.” Featuring the original songs “Messiah Come,” “The Wonderlove of God,” and more. Be blessed in this Christmas season, for the Messiah has indeed come.

Can God work through all genres of music? What about Swing music? Big Band singer Dave Boyer talks about his life and musical career before he met Christ, and the new life and music ministry that he has found in Christ. Listen as he encourages you to walk in the supernatural in the midst of the chaos and enjoy this season of celebration of the birth of Christ.

When producing Christian music, what is more effective in reaching the people: catchy lyrics or the simplicity of the Gospel? Should Christians listen to secular music? Listen as keyboardist and producer Clay Bogan talks about these and other issues that musicians face when producing music for the church and in the secular industry.

Is Christmas the same today as it was years ago? Is it possible to live in a place where Christmas is forever? TSC Senior Pastor Carter Conlon talks about Christmas as a time of joy, friends, kindness, and forgiveness… he shares the story behind the album “Where Christmas Never Ends.”

Former Broadway actors Chris & Andie Monteleone, a husband and wife team who have used musical theater as their mission field, are a true testimony that God is a miracle worker. Listen as they share how God used them to touch the lives of their coworkers in show business.

Violinist Rebecca Jackson & Pianist John Wineglass join their musical gifts to create worship that albeit purely instrumental, is the tool they use to spread the word about Christ.