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14 Great Practice Tips for Budding Musicians

Posted on July 27, 2023 by Mark Cole

Practicing regularly and effectively is crucial for any budding musician looking to improve their skills. Here are some great tips to help you establish a productive practice routine: 1. Set Specific Goals: Define clear and achievable objectives for each practice … Continue reading →

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Learning To Improvise From Chord Charts

Posted on June 1, 2023 by Mark Cole

Learning to improvise off of chord charts, such as those found in the Real Book or Fake Book, is a skill that many musicians develop through practice and experience. Here are some steps and strategies that can help musicians learn … Continue reading →

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How to Stay in Love in Your Marriage for a Lifetime

Posted on November 19, 2019 by Mark Cole

Dr. Julie Barrier I have two sets of parents. Both couples were wed during the Jurassic period (not really). Both were married almost 60 years. I watched each twosome grow old together. One pair barely tolerated each other at the … Continue reading →

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The Five Marks of a Spiritually Mature Leader

Posted on May 22, 2019 by Mark Cole

By Pastor Rick Warren At Saddleback, we’ve always tried to make it easy for people to serve. You don’t need to be a committed Christian to pass out donuts or bulletins at our church. We shouldn’t need to check on a … 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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Be Patient! ~ by Guillermo Peña

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Mark Cole

This post is for all of those who have aging parents… it’s the call to be loving and patient. My dear girl, the day you see I’m getting old, I ask you to please be patient, but most of all, … Continue reading →

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