In this episode of The Ferment, Adam and Mike O'Brien continue our series on inhabiting the Christian year by tackling Pentecost! Adam and Mike discuss how Pentecost is the most explicitly Biblical date of the church calendar, but maybe the one we observe least, and they talk about how Pentecost is a story of celebration and fire, but also the reversal of fragmentation in our families and society. Show notes: Ancient-Future Time by Robert E. Webber Vineyard USA's Pentecost...

In this episode of The Ferment, we share a keynote message that Adam gave at a Vineyard Worship weekend event at the Evanston Vineyard. Adam shares about the new rhythms that come with summer, and challenges us to take advantage of the different pace to try some beneficial practices such as working on emotional intelligence and self-awareness, taking musical risks, having fun with our team, remembering Jesus, and finding a spiritual director.  Show notes: Managing Leadership Anxiety:...

In this episode of The Ferment, Adam talks with Kurt Attaway about growing up in the Vineyard, meeting his wife at 4years old, and how his involvement with Fellowship of Christian Athletes evolved into a pastoral role at a local church. Kurt also shares about his career as a Marriage and Family Therapist, the role of humility and emotional health in healthy leadership, and the role of a leader in a healthy team.  Kurt Attaway serves as the lead pastor of The Vineyard Church in Pearland,...

In this episode of The Ferment, Adam chats with Tyler Jarvis about growing up as an athlete who was interested in music, and some reflections on his young adult years. Tyler shares about the growing pains of becoming a leader and learning to pastor the room, how he was tricked into returning to Vineyard Cincinati, and the blessings and pain of working at a large church. Tyler is an artist, songwriter, and worship pastor from Cincinnati, OH. As an artist, Tyler writes and produces nostalgic...

In this episode of The Ferment, Adam and Mike O'Brien continue in our church calendar series with a discussion about Holy Week. They talk about what Holy Week means, ways to celebrate each day within Holy Week, and some of the different kinds of services that are traditional held for Maundy Thursday and Good Friday.  Show Notes:  This is Love by Terry Butler Songs for Easter and Lent playlist by Vineyard Worship

In this episode of The Ferment, Adam chats with Vineyard Worship's newest hire, Digital Marketing Coordinator Nicole Topete. Nicole shares about growing up in Arizona after her grandparents immigrated from Mexico, when the Lord awakened her heart to justice and compassion as a young adult, and the major shifts that happened in her life during Covid. Nicole talks about the role worship plays in her life and marriage, how she and her husband get paid to eat amazing food, and what Vineyard...

In this episode of The Ferment, Adam continues his conversation with John Mark McMillan. John Mark shares some wisdom with young creators about playing the long game, making a heart connection with the listeners, vulnerability and building a team. They also talk about the role of ritual in surpassing the surface magic to cultivate moments of deep magic. John Mark McMillan is an artist and Platinum-selling songwriter. Show Notes: John Mark McMillan's Website Listen to Deep Magic ...

Welcome back to Season 6 of The Ferment Podcast! In this episode, Adam and John Mark McMillan chat about John Mark's experiences during his recent tour in Japan, and his newest album Deep Magic. John Mark also talks about how his songwriting has changed over time. Part 2 of this conversation will release March 11! John Mark McMillan is an artist and Platinum-selling songwriter. Show Notes: John Mark McMillan's Website Listen to Deep Magic John Mark on The Ferment 10/25/20 ...

Welcome to The Ferment Podcast! In this episode, Adam and Mike O'Brien continue on with the Church Calendar series by talking about Ash Wednesday and Lent! Mike shares about how the season aligns with Vineyard values and provides a moment of pause that helps to reframe the resurrection story, and Adam shares about the beauty to be found in bringing our informal selves formally before God. They discuss leading a good Ash Wednesday service in a Vineyard context, a practical approach to fasting,...

As we engage the season of Advent, we invite you to join us for a special four-week series that will be featured on both the We Are Vineyard and the Ferment Podcasts. This special feature will showcase weekly devotionals from Vineyard USA Association Leaders and songs from Vineyard Worship. In this episode, Geno Olison, leader of the Vineyard USA Black Pastors and Leaders Association, shares a devotion he has prepared on the theme of Love from 1 John 4:7-14, Romans 5:8, John 3:16, followed...

As we engage the season of Advent, we invite you to join us for a special four-week series that will be featured on both the We Are Vineyard and the Ferment Podcasts. This special feature will showcase weekly devotionals from Vineyard USA Association Leaders and songs from Vineyard Worship. In this episode, Kirk Yamaguchi, leader of the Vineyard USA Asian American Pacific Islander Association, shares a devotion he has prepared for the third week of Advent on the theme of Joy from...

As we enter the season of Advent, we invite you to join us for a special four-week series that will be featured on both the We Are Vineyard and the Ferment Podcasts. This special feature will showcase weekly devotionals from Vineyard USA Association Leaders and songs from Vineyard Worship. In this episode, Rubén Quintero, leader of the Vineyard USA Hispanic Association, will be sharing a devotion he has prepared for the second week of Advent on the theme of Peace from Luke 2:13-14,...

As we enter the season of Advent, we invite you to join us for a special four-week series that will be featured on both the We Are Vineyard and the Ferment Podcasts. This special feature will showcase weekly devotionals from Vineyard USA Association Leaders and songs from Vineyard Worship. In this episode, Melanie Forsythe-Lee, leader of the Vineyard USA Women’s Association, shares a devotion she has prepared on the theme of Hope from Isaiah 11:1-10, followed by the song, “O Come O Come...

In this episode of The Ferment, Adam and Mike O'Brien begin a series of conversations based around the church calendar, starting with a reflection on the season of Advent. They talk about some ways to incorporate the richness of Advent tradition into a modern worship service that allows us to join the global and historical church in the practice of waiting and longing while keeping the flavor of your local Vineyard church, and they look at different ways to "thicken your service" such as song...

In this episode of The Ferment, Adam and Mike O'Brien chat about the things they've been observing in both Vineyard and non-Vineyard churches around the country during their travels over the last year, relating to things like song choice and administration, and relational connectedness. They also share some predictions about the direction of the Church in the near future, and the gifts we'll find in learning from other denominations.    Show Notes:  Sound Lab  ...

In this episode of The Ferment, Mike O'Brien chats with Bobby Spangler about growing up in a recording family and having access to sound equipment, and how the Lord called him to the Campbellsville Vineyard in central Kentucky. Bobby shares some reasons why it might actually be cost-effective for a church to hire a media consultant and the issues he commonly sees in churches where he provides consultation. Bobby also talks about caring for our media crews, some common pain points for media...

In this episode of The Ferment, Adam chats with Maria Hinge about some updates in the world of Vineyard Worship Nordic (Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Norway). Maria talks about some cultural differences in Denmark including considerations when most people are only familiar with the state church, how COVID affected the Copenhagen Vineyard, and the generational shift in leadership.   Maria Lundbak Hinge is a worship leader, songwriter, and worship pastor at Copenhagen Vineyard.  She also leads...

In this episode of The Ferment, Adam chats with Colt Westbrook about growing up as the son of a Baptist preacher who believed in the gifts, some spiritual experiences he had as a teen seeking after the Lord, and being pulled into a musical world. Colt talks about the role of the electric guitar in a worship band, playing prophetically, and some advice for newer guitar players. Colt also shares some of his current favorite gear setups and his thoughts on pastoring a room during worship.  ...

In this episode of The Ferment, Adam chats with Dale Dimapindan about his immigration experience, getting connected to the Vineyard through musical friends, and how he got into playing bass. Dale shares some lessons he learned about how to serve a song as a bass player, how sharing a common goal unites a band, and the different things you can learn as a musician playing with worship bands and bar bands.   Dale Dimapindan is a 1st generation Filipino who immigrated to the US in 1983. He...

In this episode of The Ferment, Mike O'Brien chats with Jon Meek about all things keyboard, including why piano players are afraid to leave space while playing and some pro tips on exploring what your keyboard is capable of. Jon shares about building a life of trust and faithful service where he feels fulfilled and has margins to serve generously, some thoughts on how a worship pastor might approach their church board when gear upgrades are needed, and ways that a worship leader can best...

In this episode of The Ferment, Adam talks with Calum Rees about being born into a family of rhythm and spending his earliest years touring with his dad's band. Calum shares about finding his way into a musical life, the people who invested in his musicianship and engineering skills as a young man, and the way faith entwined itself throughout. Calum recounts stories where the power of music connected him with community, allowing the Holy Spirit to move in unexpected places, and how music and...

In this episode of The Ferment, Adam chats with return guests Nicole and Daniel Hernández about some practical tips for those who are interested in incorporating another language into their worship set, and how to ensure that the translations you find are quality. Nicole and Daniel share about hosting bilingual church services directed at Spanish speakers while working towards being hospitable to English speakers, what they see as important in building a multiethnic community, and why our...

Welcome back to The Ferment Podcast! In this episode, Adam chats with Olu Meduoye about growing up in London in a Christian Nigerian family. They talk about balancing life between leading worship, a career, and family, and Olu shares about his songwriting journey and some of what the Lord is doing in his life right now.  Olu Meduoye is a singer, songwriter, musician and worship leader from East London, UK. He currently serves as the worship pastor in his local church and also within the...

In this episode of The Ferment, Adam and Mike O'Brien (Director of Vineyard School of Worship) talk about the challenges and opportunities that accompany the beautiful season of summer! They discuss the value in flowing with the natural rhythms of your church, ideas about some investments you can make in your church and individuals, and some practical tips for planning your vacation time.    Show Notes:  Vineyard Worship Essentials