Author Archives: Mark Cole

About Mark Cole

Jesus follower, Husband, Grandfather, Worship Leader, Writer, Pastor, Teacher, Founding Arranger for Praisecharts.com, pickleball player, blogger & outdoor enthusiast.. (biking, hiking, skiing). Twitter: @MarkMCole Facebook: mmcole

10 Great Leadership Questions

Posted on December 21, 2016 by Mark Cole

Are you a leader or aspiring leader? Asking the right questions really sets the right tone for your leadership. Asking the right questions will give you insight into any blind spots you might have. And asking the right questions will help your … Continue reading →

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8 Reasons a Church Choir Is Important

Posted on December 20, 2016 by Mark Cole

I recently started conducting a choir after many years of just doing worship teams. Here are 8 great reasons to consider adding a choir to your congregation. (edited from Chuck Lawless) It provides opportunities for many members to serve. Think … Continue reading →

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Christmas Humour (Part 3)

Posted on December 17, 2016 by Mark Cole

  

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The Difference Between Men & Women

Posted on December 15, 2016 by Mark Cole

Here is a tongue-in-cheek look at the incredible differences between men & woman! 🙂 NICKNAMES If Laura, Kate and Sarah go out for lunch, they will call each other Laura, Kate and Sarah. If Mike, Dave and John go out, they … Continue reading →

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Philosophy of Worship

Posted on December 7, 2016 by Mark Cole

Does your congregation have a ‘Philosophy of Worship’? I recently came across a very well-written philosophy from ‘The Meeting Place’ church. If you are developing your own standards for your worship ministry, this is a good place to start. Philosophy … Continue reading →

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I Wish I Had Learned These Earlier

Posted on November 3, 2016 by Mark Cole

A teacher once gave these wise words to his senior class. They make a lot of sense. 1. You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great. 2. Never cancel dinner plans by … Continue reading →

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A Letter To My Younger Worship Leading Self

Posted on October 9, 2016 by Mark Cole

Dear Younger Worship Leading Me, In a few decades you are going to look back at your years of worship ministry with a desire for a second chance to handle some things differently. You will think about certain services, special … Continue reading →

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The Lord Has Chosen You

Posted on September 13, 2016 by Mark Cole

I love this message to the priests in charge of worship: The Lord has chosen you to stand in His presence, to minister to Him, and to lead the people in worship and present offerings to Him. ~ II Chronicles 29:11 … Continue reading →

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Dealing With Criticism

Posted on September 10, 2016 by Mark Cole

Dealing with criticism positively is an important life skill. At some point in your life you will be criticized. Sometimes it will be difficult to accept – but that all depends on your reaction. You can either use criticism in a … Continue reading →

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My NEVER AGAIN List

Posted on July 20, 2016 by Mark Cole

By Don Gossett ~ First ~ Never Again will I confess “I can’t,” for – “I can do all things through Christ, who gives me strength.” – Philippians 4:13. Second ~ Never Again will I confess lack, for – “My God … Continue reading →

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