WORSHIP LEADER TRAINING

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Worship Set Planning Handbook

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Testimonials

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    "Dalton has played one of the biggest roles in my spiritual and leadership formation. I had the pleasure of being directly trained by Dalton for 4 years at the same church. Now, I receive coaching from him through an online cohort after being sent out to lead worship for a church plant. His spiritual fervor, clear direction, feedback, and wisdom has grown my affection for Jesus and passion to see others encounter him through music. He has a uniquely holistic and high view of the role of worship leader -- this has challenged me and helped me steward my job!"

    Annas Hoins - Worship Leader, The Chapel Church, Lafayette, IN

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    "I’ve always struggled with speaking from the stage as a worship leader. Dalton is a direct and genuine teacher who has helped me become a well-rounded leader. Through coaching with Dalton, I have become more confident, not just in my speaking moments but also as I lead my worship team."

    Caleb Hwee - Worship Director, 10:02 Church, Orlando, FL

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    "Far too often, worship discussions are all about gear and performance-related aspects of the ministry. Those things are certainly important, but the heart of worship is so much more than that. Dalton challenges worship leaders to “return to their first love” as Revelation 2:4 alludes to, and be leaders that love the truth of God’s Word and lead out of that. Our teams and congregations deserve healthy spiritual leaders."

    Landen Crouch - Worship Minister, High Desert Church, Victorville, CA

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    “Dalton is laser focused on developing high character worship leaders through clear and purposeful coaching for a healthy, sustainable, and fruitful ministry. During my time spent with Dalton, he challenged my view of worship that was formed by mainstream worship culture and gave greater purpose and vision for gathered worship that I and my church have already begun to see the fruit of! Thank you, Dalton!"

    Luke Lawson, Worship Leader, Great Oaks Church, Mankato, MN

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    “Dalton has a wealth of wisdom to offer worship leaders and pastors. Enrolling in his cohort was one of the best professional development decisions I have made in my ministry career. I've come away with tools and knowledge to dramatically improve both my own leadership as well as effectively raise up new leaders through our ministry.”

    Michael Webb - Worship Arts Director, Emmanuel Church, Foxboro, MA.

Do you want to grow your confidence in leading your CHURCH and leading your TEAM in worship that is:

  • Biblically Faithful

  • Spiritually Compelling

  • and Musically Excellence?

Many worship leaders stumble into leading because they can play guitar and sing, but they are never really trained for the ministry they are entrusted with. Sign up today to start getting the coaching you need to thrive in your ministry!

Who is coaching for?

  • Young leaders starting out in ministry

  • Seasoned leaders who feel stuck

  • Experienced leaders who are looking to begin multiplying themselves and training other worship leaders.

I have coached worship leaders who are taking their first job at church plants, and I have coached worship leaders at churches of several thousand with multiple campuses looking to take steps to growing their culture of multiplication.

If you are curious if coaching is right for you, reach out and we can figure out what the best next step is for you!

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ABOUT

I have spent over a decade leading worship and developing teams, and my passion is seeing worship leaders grow, thrive, and step into their calling. As the Director of Music Ministry + Liturgy at Candeo Church in Cedar Falls, IA, I lead our worship ministry with a deep conviction that worship should be theologically rich, spiritually compelling, and musically excellent.
One of the greatest joys of my ministry has been training and sending out worship leaders to plant and lead in churches of their own. I believe that investing in the next generation of leaders is essential for the advancement of the gospel, and I love equipping worship leaders to faithfully serve their churches with skill and conviction.
At the heart of my leadership is a desire to see the local church thrive in its worship—both in sound doctrine and in Spirit-filled expression. Whether leading on Sundays, mentoring worship leaders, or shaping the liturgy of our gatherings, my goal is always to glorify Christ and build up His Church.
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6 Week Worship Leader Development Guide

Download a guide for a 6 week done-for-you development plan to help newer worship leaders on your team grow their leadership!

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I'm passionate about equipping worship leaders to lead with clarity, confidence, and conviction. Through practical insights, biblical wisdom, and real-life ministry experience, this blog is here to help you grow as a leader, disciple your team, and build a worship culture that fuels the mission of the church.

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