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Beyond Sunday Worship Leader Podcast

David Santistevan: Worship Leader, Blogger, Teacher
Worship Leadership
Worship Music
Songwriting
Planning Center
Christian Nationalism
Worship Leading
Worship Ministry
Discipleship
Worship Industry
Gospel Music
Christian Music Industry
Worship
Revival
Authenticity In Worship
Christianity
Women In Ministry
Congregational Worship
Black Worship
Theology
Worship Practices

David Santistevan from the popular davidsantistevan.com blog dives into the heart of worship leading, worship ministry, songwriting, and making disciples. Discover how you can take your worship leadership to the next level through practical teaching, expert interviews, and the latest resources for worship leaders. From developing a discipleship strategy, engaging your congregation, writing your ow... more

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I remember my days as a young worship leader. There was always this unspoken tension between being performative and pastoral. Is it my job as a worship leader to provide a powerful, exciting experience or to guide them in a healthy practice for their... more

If you’re like me, a child of the 80s, you grew up watching Star Wars. I understood a lot about Star Wars but what I didn’t understand at the time was how political it was. The empire and the rebellion. Resistance. Fighting for the underdog and the o... more

The idea of worship is simple. Uncomplicated. When you think about it, worship is ascribing worth to someone or something. As people of faith, we ascribe to God the worth, praise and adoration that He is due. But worship that intersects with industry... more

Throughout church history there has always been an interesting tension between creativity and functionality. What is more important? Creating beautiful things or getting a certain message across? What is more important to worship? Right theology or b... more

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Kat Armas
Author and Cuban-American theologian
Liturgies for Resisting Empire; Aualita Faith
Episode: #394: Empire, Resistance, and Faith On The Margins with Kat Armas
Anna Golden
Worship leader, songwriter, and artist
Shoreline City Church (Dallas)
Episode: #393: The Uncomfortable Intersection Of Business And Worship with Anna Golden
John Mark McMillan
Artist, singer-songwriter, lyricist known for Sloppy Wet Kiss and How He Loves
Independent musician, occasionally collaborates with other worship artists
Episode: #392: Spiritual Formation, Art, And The Beauty And The Tragedy of Worship Music with John Mark McMillan
Evan Wickham
Pastor of Park Hill Church in San Diego; worship leader and songwriter
Park Hill Church (San Diego)
Episode: #391: Pastoring Border Patrol Agents And Immigrants with Evan Wickham
Michael Bethany
Award-winning songwriter, artist and worship leader
Independent musician / Worship leader
Episode: #390: How To Build A Thriving Worship Culture in 2026 With Michael Bethany
Michael Olson
Author, musician, worship leader
Self (author/artist)
Episode: #389: The Tension Between Organizational Progress and Pastoral Care Within The Church with Michael Olson
Terry Wildman
Lead translator of the First Nations Version of the Bible
First Nations Version translation project
Episode: #388: What Native Culture And Indigenous Theology Can Teach Us About Following Jesus with Terry Wildman
Jon Acuff
Author, speaker
Author and Speaker
Episode: #387: Beating Procrastination With Jon Acuff
Zach Windahl
Author of The Bible Simplified
Author, Speaker
Episode: #386: The Bible: How To Read It, Understand It, And Build A Daily Habit Around It With Zach Windahl

Host

David Santistevan
Host of Beyond Sunday Worship Leader Podcast, leading discussions on worship ministry, songwriting, and discipleship.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 262 ratings
  • Gone Political

    I understand and agree that the issues in Chicago are important and we should wrestle with the ideas of church vs. government, the idolatry of power, etc. However, I was expecting to learn a lot more about Black worship theology and practice (something I have no access to being outside of the US), not in the political situation of Chicago. That episode seemed like you guys wanted to talk about politics with a worship sticker, not about worship and how politics affects it in the context of Black ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    DSa234
    United States9 months ago
  • Amazing & Inspiring

    Thank you David for these podcasts. I have been listening to these interviews since 2014 and I have learned so much over the years. I love that you get some great worship leaders on to your shows and being able to dive into their life experiences and knowledge on a deeper level is so great. Looking forward to more amazing talks in the future episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YoSen (UK)
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Don’t miss this!

    David’s podcast should be “required listening” for any Exec Pastor or Senior Pastor wanting to support their worship leaders and teams

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TVoltmer
    United States4 years ago
  • This podcast was very unhelpful. The whole purpose of worship was taken totally out of context mixed with throwing in scriptures that are totally out of context with the point they're trying to make. This is what's wrong with people entering the"worship industry". They are very doctrine a week and have no business waiting other people to an intended place!

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    chip
    4 years ago
  • Where did you go?

    I live what I have heard so far and I wish this was still producing more episodes! Thanks for talking about these topics and I would encourage you to keep going! I am in a phase of deconstruction and reconstruction and as a previous Sunday worship pastor I can’t wait to hear more!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    gcmusicpro
    United States4 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

High-quality interviews that mix ministry with real-world leadership.
Consistently valuable for teams, though some desire more audio polish.
Listeners praise deep, practical insights for worship leaders.
Guests are diverse; conversations feel authentic and God-centered.

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#394: Empire, Resistance, and Faith On The Margins with Kat Armas
Q: What advice does Kat have for those who are disillusioned by the church, and how can stories help reframe faith?
Kat emphasizes that empire does not have the last say over personal sacred experiences; individuals have agency to reclaim those experiences and reframe faith through storytelling and paying attention to the marginalized voices. She urges returning to the stories of marginalized communities and using them to re-center belonging and meaning in faith.
#394: Empire, Resistance, and Faith On The Margins with Kat Armas
Q: What are the differences between deconstruction and decolonization, and when did Kat's process begin?
Kat explains that deconstruction is a critique of how faith has been shaped and claims to unmake imposed beliefs, while decolonization digs into the historical and cultural roots of those beliefs, tracing them to power structures and the influence of empire. Her process began when she began tracing the history of her people, recognizing how colonial and imperial frameworks had shaped her faith from childhood.
#392: Spiritual Formation, Art, And The Beauty And The Tragedy of Worship Music with John Mark McMillan
Q: What is the most spiritually formative practice you engage in and how often?
He shares two practices: writing prayers in the format of the Lord's Prayer each morning to distill conversation with God, and regular moments of silence and church attendance as acts of spiritual formation.
#392: Spiritual Formation, Art, And The Beauty And The Tragedy of Worship Music with John Mark McMillan
Q: How does the music you love listening to influence the music you create?
He explains that listening to instrumental and non-lyrical music helps him avoid overthinking lyrics and allows him to feel and translate deep emotions into song.
#392: Spiritual Formation, Art, And The Beauty And The Tragedy of Worship Music with John Mark McMillan
Q: Let's start with this, how would you describe the current season of life for you?
He describes an intense fascination with the inner life and solitude, and how personal loss led him to explore existential and theological thoughts in a more intimate, contemplative way.

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A thoughtful, practitioner-focused show geared toward worship leaders, pastors, and church teams. It blends in-depth conversations with veteran musicians, pastors, and authors who explore worship culture, leadership, discipleship, and the spiritual formation behind effective ministry. Episodes frequently tackle balancing artistry with service, navigating political and cultural realities in faith communities, and practical tips for building healthy worship ministries, pipelines, and cross-cultural expression. A standout pattern is the willingness to address hard topics—from burnout and governance to justice and indigenous perspectives—while keeping faith and congregational life at the center. This mix of candid storytelling, actionable strat... more

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6. Michael Olson
7. Terry Wildman
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