Daily (Spiritual Preparation & Heart Health)
- Spend time in Bible reading and prayer (personal devotion)
- Pray for your team members by name
- Ask God for wisdom in song choice and leadership
- Listen to the songs in your weekly set list
- Practice vocal/instrumental parts at home
Monday or Tuesday
- Pray about the upcoming service: theme, flow, and Scripture
- Prepare and finalize the worship set list
- Choose the keys for each song (consider vocal ranges and transitions)
- Send the set list and charts to the team (include recordings or links)
- Upload the set list to Planning Center (or other platform)
- Message team members with a word of encouragement or Scripture
Wednesday
- Meet or connect with the media team:
- Ensure lyrics are input and in correct order
- Confirm backgrounds, fonts, and spacing
- Request lyric monitor setup (if available)
- Double-check song arrangements for your team
- Rehearse on your own (instrument or vocals)
- Begin to memorize lyrics and transitions
- Review Scripture or thoughts to share during the set
Thursday
- Rehearsal Day Prep:
- Prepare charts, capo charts, and any special cues
- Bring music stands, click tracks, or in-ear monitors if needed
- Set up or check equipment (pedals, keyboard, etc.)
- Arrive early for rehearsal
- Start rehearsal on time, open with prayer
- Coach vocals and musicians as needed
- Lead full run-through of the set with transitions
- Encourage unity and spiritual focus during rehearsal
Friday or Saturday
- Meditate on Sunday’s Scripture or message theme
- Do a final run-through of the set personally
- Memorize lyrics, chords, and transitions fully
- Pray for:
- Your church family
- The service
- Your pastor/speaker
- Your worship team
- Confirm with team: “All set?”—check for last-minute questions or needs
Sunday Morning
- Arrive early and greet team members warmly
- Do soundcheck and line-check instruments/vocals
- Pray together as a team
- Lead rehearsal/warm-up calmly and clearly
- Lead worship with joy (smile) , sensitivity, and focus on Jesus
- Be spiritually and musically present throughout the service
- What do the best worship teams do? They worship the Lord!
After the Service
- Thank your team personally
- Greet and connect with people in the congregation
- Encourage or coach individuals if needed
- Send a quick “thank you” message or highlight something positive to the team
- Reflect: What went well? What could improve?
