Conversations with Ministry Leaders | Season 3 | Episode 12
From Hymnals to Screens: The Visual Evolution of Modern Worship with Randy Kirby
Show Notes
Join us for an inspiring episode of Conversation with Ministry Leaders with Randy Kirby, worship pastor at First Baptist Simpsonville. Randy has served faithfully for 30 years. Moreover, he shares invaluable insights about ministry longevity and building lasting legacy. Tune in to learn about the visual evolution of modern worship.
First, Randy discusses the keys to staying strong in ministry. He emphasizes knowing your calling with certainty and how maintaining a personal relationship with Christ remains essential. He also talks about being a team player, and how that helps you thrive long-term.
Next, Randy walks through three decades of worship evolution at his church. Initially, they had one traditional service with choir and orchestra. However, they gradually added contemporary elements. Eventually, they introduced multiple service styles to reach different generations.
Randy also explores the technology revolution in worship. Previously, there were no cell phones or pagers. Then came overhead projectors with plastic sheets. Finally, they installed permanent screens in their new worship center in 2007.
Throughout these changes, Randy emphasizes unity between traditional and contemporary teams. He encourages musicians to build relationships across worship styles. Similarly, he shows how visual media serves the gospel message effectively.
Randy explains how bumper videos help with practical transitions. Meanwhile, they strategically use dramatic worship videos to reinforce sermon themes. Ultimately, every visual element should point people toward Jesus.
This episode offers practical wisdom for worship leaders navigating change. Whether you’re just starting ministry or celebrating decades of service, Randy’s insights will encourage and equip you.
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Conversations with Ministry Leaders is a limited series podcast where Carl Barnhill casually sits down with pastors and industry leaders to discuss how visuals are being used in churches and organizations around the world.
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