Today’s lineup starts with songs of gratitude for a brand new day! I also have mini-themes celebrating our Champion and calling for Revival. And, new release roundup from Friday including fresh singles (and remixes!) from Hillsong United, Kari Jobe, Life Center Worship, Philippa Hanna and more.

Plus, songs inspired by conversations I had this week with devotional music songwriter Jon Guerra and local worship leader Christy Roach of Fountain of Life in Middletown.

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Today’s playlist has brand new music from Kim Walker-Smith, Jason Upton, Mack Brock and Mosaic MSC. Plus, mini-themes of PEACE, GARDENS springing to life and LIGHT breaking through! 

One of my favorite new songs in that GARDENS mini-theme is “Cherry Blossoms” by MoveSomebody. I talked with BJ & Lisa Sullivan and loved learning all about this song (and how the saxophone was instrumental in the recording process!)

Another song that is on my heart a lot this season is “Let The Light In” by Cody Carnes. I caught up with him recently and was thrilled to know it’s his pick for this season, too. He told me the story behind the song on the P&W Podcast. Listen right here!

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This morning’s playlist is filled with songs led by worship leading moms! Moms who know highs and lows, the process of adoption, the journey of infertility, the pain of loss, and delight of many children.  Each one encouraging us to bring our praise in every season.

I recently spoke with Kirby Kaple, who experienced a 7-year infertility journey before her daughter Lollia arrived! She shares her story, and we compare a few notes in the latest Praise & Worship Podcast.

There’s also an episode of the podcast with David Leonard. He and his wife also had a discouraging season involving waiting and miscarriage. He talks about it, and the songs that came out of that experience.

Personally, after a loss this year, I’m feeling like this Mother’s Day is lemon juice on my raw heart. Click here to hear a little more of my story, and my encouragement to you if you’re in the same boat!

Here’s a link to my Spotify Playlist. Songs that really helped me fix my eyes (and heart and hopes) on Jesus through my own journey to becoming a mom.

Our circumstances are extra unusual and discouraging this year, but I hope today is still special and meaningful for you moms!

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Episode 11 features special guest, Kirby Kaple of Housefires! I’m truly thrilled to bring you our conversation. Housefires is releasing brand new singles these days, with a very special new studio version of “I’ll Give Thanks”. Kirby co-wrote and sung it while on a 7-year infertility journey, and now is talking about it from the other side. IVF is part of her story, so listen for details on her process. There are also keys here for worship leaders, leading through their own very difficult seasons. And, as Kirby and I are both quarantined at home for this interview, spoiler alert, our kids and dogs adorably interrupt!

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On the way today: brand new local worship from Providence Worship! Their project, “Live On The Hill” just came out on Friday and all 5 songs are in this morning’s lineup!

I checked in on release day with Providence Worship’s Philip, Holly and Collin (Taco!) Lots of fun to talk and hear stories behind the new songs. Click to watch the video here.

I also wanted to include the post from Rend Collective’s frontman, Chris. I love his balanced perspective on JOY!

Today’s playlist includes Matt Maher’s title track to “Alive & Breathing”, a song–and a project–that we dug into on the P&W Podcast.

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Episode 10 features special guest, Matt Maher! The conversation is centered on his latest project: “Alive & Breathing”, with a definite theme of singing through difficult and uncertain circumstances. Listen for the special story behind the compelling album artwork. And, Matt talks abut how he and his wife are helping kids process life in quarantine. (Bonus content, courtesy of his daughter Rowan!)

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Hello!  I hope you’re doing well.
This morning’s playlist includes songs from Cody Carnes, Rita Springer, Chris Renzema, Martin Smith, Kirby Kaple, Leeland and more!
See the lineup below (and the latest episode of the P&W Podcast below that! It features Cody Carnes. He shares stories behind song on his new album “Run To The Father”, and gives us a glimpse into the writing process of the song “The Blessing”.  

Keep choosing to worship! 🙂
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Kristi Leigh · WJTL PRAISE & WORSHIP PODCAST: CODY CARNES

I’ve been streaming Cody Carnes’ latest album, “Run To The Father” a lot the past few weeks. He has a way of bringing hope and vision to our perspective in his lyrics. So, I was thrilled for him to share the stories behind some of my favorite songs on the record. Plus, all about “The Blessing”, a song he wrote with his wife (Kari Jobe) and Elevation Worship that has become a staple of worship set lists these days. He & Kari also have content churches can use for free in their streamed services. Cody also shares tips for songwriting collaborations, leading worship over screens, and keeping little kids happy during quarantine.

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Today’s playlist is themed around the heart of Rend Collective’s new album: Choose To Worship! Drummer, Gareth Gilkeson, joined me on the Praise & Worship Podcast. Listen above, and find out more here. The song lineup is below, including some of their brand new songs, plus new ones from Housefires, Maverick City Music, Corey Voss & Madison Street Worship, and even a Switchfoot collaboration with Jenn Johnson!

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Rend Collective drummer, Gareth Gilkeson, is my guest on the Praise & Worship Podcast (Episode 8)! He shares how his family is doing during the quarantine, and how his band is still on a mission to give people a reason to celebrate. Their new record, “Choose To Worship”, is jam-packed with songs to help you stand and sing through painful seasons. Keep your ears peeled for Gareth’s tips on leading worship through a screen, and what Rend Collective is creating for churches.

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Gareth talks about the Cliffs of Moher in this interview…here’s the music video for their song “Revival Anthem”. Filmed in Ireland, including shots right on the edge!