Center for Worship Leadership

10/15/2026

In this episode, Kip and Steve are joined by Cara Berg to go behind the songwriting process for Psalm 90, part of the Psalm Library initiative. Together, they explore the collaboration between songwriters and theologians in bringing ancient biblical texts into contemporary congregational song. The conversation unpacks the song’s lyrics, structure, and themes of God’s steadfast love and wisdom, reflecting on its use as a morning prayer and its practical applications in the worship life of the church.

10/09/2026

OUT NOW • HE COMES TO DWELL • THE SONGWRITER INITIATVE
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10/09/2026

OUT NOW • HE COMES TO DWELL
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https://adarga.ffm.to/hecomestodwell

10/07/2026

In this episode, Kip and Steve are again joined by Dr. Lisa Clark to go behind the song “Ever Reign” from the Always album. Together, they explore the collaborative writing process, unpack the song’s lyrics and imagery, and discuss the theological themes that shaped the song. They also consider the musical and production choices behind “Ever Rain” and offer practical ideas for incorporating it into the worship life of the church.

In this episode, Kip and Steve are joined by Dr. Lisa Clark to go b...

10/07/2026

No Other Voice | The Lutheran Worship Podcast — In this episode, Kip and Steve are again joined by Dr. Lisa Clark to go behind the song “Ever Reign” from the Always album. Together, they explore the collaborative writing process, unpack the song’s lyrics and imagery, and discuss the theological themes that shaped the song. They also consider the musical and production choices behind “Ever Rain” and offer practical ideas for incorporating it into the worship life of the church.

09/30/2026

No Other Voice | The Lutheran Worship Podcast —
In this episode, Kip and Steve are joined by Dr. Lisa Clark to go behind the song “No Other Voice” from the Always album. Together, they explore the collaborative songwriting process, unpack the song’s lyrics and themes of comfort and community, and discuss the production choices that helped bring it to life. The conversation concludes with practical ideas for using “No Other Voice” in the worship life of the church. https://youtu.be/u_oq4RIezuM

09/25/2026

ALWAYS | TRACK 6 | Psalm 90 (Lord, Satisfy Me)
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https://youtu.be/pzdHRhKco5Y?si=47pmxGiBxV-ePosM

The Songwriter Initiative • Psalm 90 (Lord, Satisfy Me) [OFFICIAL M...

09/23/2026

Always — In this episode of The Lutheran Worship Podcast, Kip Fox and Steve Zank take a deep dive into “Always,” the title track from The Songwriter Initiative’s album Always. They explore the story behind the song, its songwriting process and theological themes, and how it might function within the Divine Service. Along the way, they unpack the song’s distinctive musical and production choices, including its prelude, structure, vocoder aesthetic, and choral interlude. The episode also offers a behind-the-scenes look at the recording and release process and previews upcoming episodes and resources connected to the Always album.

09/21/2026

EVER REIGN - The Songwriter Initiatve | Now streaming on ALL platforms!

09/18/2026

ALWAYS | TRACK 6 | EVER REIGN
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"Alleluia! Alleluia!
The Lamb of God was willing to be slain
The Lion of Judah risen from the grave
Alleluia! He will ever reign!
"

The Songwriter Initiative • Ever Reign [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]CCLI ...