Worship Ministry Training - Small Church Ministry

This full training bundle is available for presale discount until the last course is live. With each course release, the bundle price increases. Purchase now to lock in your lifetime discount.

Develop A Dynamic Worship Ministry Without Spending A Fortune On Training

This presale gives you 15 complete courses
for less than most ministry training costs for 1 underwhelming workshop.

Typical worship ministry training courses don’t have long-term results.

Who am I kidding?!?! There is hardly anything at all out there for small churches! We know because we searched high and low!

The ones we did find won’t help many small churches.

Why?

Because most worship trainings we’ve found make some pretty big assumptions that don’t apply to most small churches. Their training programs assume …

the worship leader or music director is already a trained musician
that you already have all the musicians you need
that you have a lot more time and money than you have access to

But, here’s the thing: most churches are SMALL! And most have a willing music leader who would LOVE more skill and know-how! (and more musicians too!)

Don’t you think smaller churches deserve better?

We sure do.

That’s why we are creating a ministry training course bundle with:

15 complete courses, including Start Here, Building Your Team, Choosing The Right Songs, Basic Tech, How To Create Great Worship Orders, Developing Musicians, and lots more
Over 20 hours of video education. Each course listed contains multiple video modules with full transcripts and printable action guides for immediate application
A set of song lists for all major holidays, church seasons, and occasions (including ideas for special music, playlists, and worship)
A price that’s lower than one typical 3-hour ministry workshop

“10x the value for the same price” might sound like a sales slogan, but in this case, it’s actually true.

Here are a few words from creator Laurie Acker …

Hi. I'm Laurie Acker. Here's what I do.

Run the Small Church Network where I give people in small churches the hope and help they're looking for that leads to excellent and successful ministry in smaller spaces.
Founded Small Church Ministry, LLC, which quickly became the largest global resource for small churches in just a few short years with a website, podcast, community, online conferences, network, and academy.
Advocate for the truth that small churches are an intentional and powerful part of God's design to impact the world.
Volunteer in my own small local church, leading a newly formed Family & Youth Ministry, serving in hospitality, and singing in the choir.

But when I found myself in a small church a few decades ago, I felt like an alien on another planet! After 15+ years in full-time ministry in larger churches, I was struck with the truth that small church ministry wasn’t less, but it sure was different.

Shortly after finding myself at this small church, I returned to the basic truths of ministry, where the foundation is relationships and strategies aren’t based on numbers. I began looking where God was working (not what we were lacking) and developed new ways of doing ministry, developing volunteers, and planning programs.

By sharing what I learned along the way, I’ve been able to help smaller churches worldwide because excellent Jesus-style ministry isn’t bound by demographics or size.

And the best part?

You don’t need a seminary degree to do excellent ministry.
You don’t need a big budget or a building to change lives.
You don’t need to quit your day job to make an incredible impact in your church.

So, now I’m helping people in small churches who are where I was a few decades ago:

Frustrated, burned out, failing, and hoping to find something that changes everything.

That “something” is right here – in these ministry training courses!

I hope you love them.

Why Video Courses?

There are dozens of ways you could learn ministry tips and get advice.

So why choose video courses?

You can learn on your own time and at your own pace.
You can return to refresh, revisit, and relearn anytime.
It’s a lot cheaper than traveling to a training workshop.
You can pick and choose the topics you need when you need them.
You get a dose of my enthusiasm and passion.

Why Pay?

Learning from an experienced guide will save you months (and often years) of trial and error.

People in small churches regularly …

get frustrated by hours on Google and Pinterest piecing together ideas that may or may not work
waste money on curriculum and resources that are promised to be adaptable to smaller numbers (and aren’t)
blame their church size and volunteers for failure when that’s not the problem at all
give up completely because they’re using resources and strategies that were never meant for smaller churches

Paying for training isn’t ideal when your budget is already stretched; I get it.

But paying 10x more in time and money wasted is a whole lot worse!

Don’t make that mistake.

People are your church’s biggest asset. Invest in yourself and in developing others in your church and watch things change.

What you're getting!

Each course listed contains multiple video modules with full transcripts and printable action guides for immediate application.

Worship Ministry "Start Here" Course

$29 value

Where to start, how to spend your time, what's most important, and both short-term and long-term next steps.

Creating A Worship Order & Service Flow Course

$29 value

How to create worship orders that engage and make sense. Includes tips for contemporary, traditional, and blended services.

How To Excel At The Non-Singing Parts Of Worship Course

$29 value

Includes prayers, readings, responses, song introductions, announcements, and more. For the music leader, liturgist, and other worship participants.

Basic Music Theory Course

$29 value

Gain a basic understanding you can build on, including chords, harmony, tempo, range, instrument features, and more.

Foster A Culture Of Excellence Course

$29 value

Including worship team standards, practice, growing in skill, working as a team, and more.

Finding & Building Your Worship & Music Team Course

$29 value

Who you need, basic job descriptions, where to find new people, how to build a team that stays.

Worship Solutions When You Have Few Or No Musicians Course

$29 value

Creative ideas and alternatives for leading worship when your music team is lacking - whether occasional or constant.

Liturgy Done Well Course - For Traditional, Contemporary, & Blended Settings

$29 value

What liturgy really means, why it matters, and what it can do for you and your church. Tips for more engagement and ideas to keep it fresh.

The Ways & Whys To Incorporate Worship Arts Course

$29 value

Learn simple ways to incorporate creative elements for deeper reflection and more lasting impact. (No art degree required!)

Key Relationships & Collaboration Course

$29 value

Specific strategies and tips for working well with pastors, leaders, tech team, and sound engineers.

Song Lists For Every Holiday, Season, & Occasion

$29 value

Contemporary and traditional picks for special music, playlists, and worship for major holidays, church seasons, and occasions (memorials, communion, etc.).

Basic Tech Course

$29 value

The foundations you need to understand (input, output, gain, equipment, etc.) and most needed troubleshooting skills for feedback, crackling, and more.

How To Get Them Singing Course

$29 value

Learn how to choose the right songs in the right key at the right tempo for your congregation. (& watch the singing and volume increase!)

Effectively Introduce & Lead Through Change In Worship Course

$29 value

Whether song style, instruments, worship orders, or leadership, change is inevitable. Learn strategies to do it well and strengthen relationships at the same time.

How To Develop More Singers & Musicians Course

$29 value

Learn how to inspire and provide opportunities for new musicians to get excited and learn some skill. Includes 5 specific ideas you can do this year.

Healthy Leadership In Worship Ministry Course

$29 value

Includes leadership skills, boundaries, personal discipleship, emotional health, and renewal resources.

This LIFETIME presale includes any updates and future courses added to the Worship Ministry Training Course Bundle. The courses listed here will begin rolling out in 2024.

What people are saying about Small Church Ministry

I did not know what to expect, but it has been beyond my expectations. I am impressed and can't believe how much great info is here.

Lissa

It has helped change the way I think about what is/isn’t “successful” for activities and programs at the church.

Stacie

Small Church Ministry has helped me in so many ways, but to boil it down, it revitalized my mindset that the small church has everything we need to be the Church God designed us to be.

Pastor Don

I once thought it was participation (larger numbers = success); Laurie is teaching me to focus on serving God by nurturing relationships and meeting needs. So, the challenge is to nurture relationships among a wide range of ages and life stages.

Aprille

Small Church Ministry is providing new ideas and has been instrumental in generating a thought process that has resulted in an exciting change in format (some small, others a bit larger).

Lila

Small Church Ministry empowers us to use what we have with a few for the glory of God.

Pastor Peter

If you are in a small church and have ever struggled with anything (burnout, getting volunteers, feeling “less than” bigger churches, knowing how to lead a Sunday school class of 3 kids, etc.), Laurie is the voice you need in your life.

Becky

It gave my team time to organize our thoughts and move in the right direction!!

Trina

How much?

We searched high and low to find comparable ministry training courses, and we found only a few that even came close to ours. They cost tons more money, many involve memberships, and most have limited access (and none were specific to small churches!)

But our heart is for small churches. For that reason, we’re offering lifetime access for the entire bundle for $199 (this is a limited-time presale discount).

$439

$ 199

Worship Ministry "Start Here" Course ($29 value)
Finding & Building Your Worship & Music Team Course ($29 value)
Basic Tech Course ($29 value)
Creating A Worship Order & Service Flow Course ($29 value)
Worship Solutions When You Have Few Or No Musicians Course ($29 value)
How To Get Them Singing Course ($29 value)
How To Excel At The Non-Singing Parts Of Worship Course ($29 value)
Liturgy Done Well Course - For Traditional, Contemporary, & Blended Settings ($29 value)
Effectively Introduce & Lead Through Change In Worship Course ($29 value)
Basic Music Theory Course ($29 value)
The Ways & Whys To Incorporate Worship Arts Course ($29 value)
How To Develop More Singers & Musicians Course ($29 value)
Foster A Culture Of Excellence Course ($29 value)
Key Relationships & Collaboration Course ($29 value)
Healthy Leadership In Worship Ministry Course ($29 value)
Song Lists For Every Holiday, Season, & Occasion ($29 value)

This bundle is still available for presale discount until the last course is live. With each course release, the bundle price increases. Purchase now to lock in your lifetime discount.

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What if you don't like it?

Because of the incredible deal we’re offering on this presale, there are no refunds. If you’re unsure of the value, feel free to pass on this lifetime deal.

If you’re still on the fence, then you don’t need to hear any more from me.
Instead, see what other people are saying:

Thank you Laurie Acker and Small Church Ministry for another successful ministry planning event in the books!! We had such a wonderful time, fellowshipping, discussing, and dreaming together!

Becky

Small Church Ministry has been helping me realize small isn't bad; it is just different. You have helped me learn the power of just one. With one (or two) I can personalize lessons, mentor, invest, and build relationships easier. I have learned techniques to do better announcements, create lessons and devotionals, and I have learned to use social media more effectively.

Allison

I don't feel alone in mission. There are so many churches in similar circumstances with encouragement and ideas as to how to move forward or help.

Cherie

It is first of all encouraging to find a ministry that ministers to small church pastors and staff. They have great ideas and resources that, again, are "doable" and relevant to the congregations we minister to.

Linda

Small Church Ministry has provided great suggestions and access to resources that help our small church function in the best way possible.

Joel

The ideas I've gleaned from small church ministry have helped our children and youth ministry thrive. It has given me the courage and grace to lead and keep pressing toward the goal. Thank you!

Anne

SCM has brought clarity to my ministry regarding volunteers. I understand the need to invest in them and build them up. From time to time, I have also made use of info that has been shared in the Creative Solutions group. I can see the need to not do things alone!

Linda

I'm glad I have most of my planning done for the year, and the kids are excited about the events we're doing. And I have adults willing to help (most NOT on the youth committee). So I'd say it was definitely a success.

Jesi

I am happy to tell you we had our Planning Party last Saturday with 8 in attendance. We are using the 7-week plan. We used each step in the plan and got fantastic ideas. We are now beginning work on the calendar. Thank you so much for your help & support.

Carolyn

Small Church Ministry helped remind me of the strengths small churches have. Using your 6 core principles of Children's Ministry to build off of.

Pastor Steven

Taught me the importance of connection over curriculum, given me great practical tools to improve what we were already doing, has given me the confidence to try some new things, has given a breath of fresh air and encouragement that it's okay to be small!

Becky

The Small Church Ministry has revolutionized how I view and flow in ministry. It has truly helped me take the focus off what others are doing (i.e., bigger churches), and be more laser-focused on how our ministry can do it a "different" way that yields impact, response, and results.

Robyn

It really helped me form a good foundation when we had to rebuild our entire children's ministry from the ground up. I honestly have no idea what we would have done without all the wonderful resources! I'm so glad God brought me to you!

Hannah

It provided support and "the next step" when I was at the end of how far I felt I could go in my area of ministry. I attended the youth and kidmin conference and it changed my perspective and brought me so much freedom.

Laura

By the way, I met with our kids church team tonight and used your resources as a guide to help us get more organized and formalized and to cast new vision! It was extremely helpful!!

Chrystal

Laurie has a real heart for small church ministry. She has great practical advice that can be applied immediately. Definitely worth listening and following. I always walk away motivated and inspired.

Tacb123

I am encouraged to do things differently. And it started with the volunteers conference and surprising statements: "80/20 is not a rule, it's a symptom" and "What if He already provided?" (Thank you Laurie!) I organized a Planning Party and it was a success - 12 people came and we have around 40 people on a Sunday worship!

Emilia

Small Church Ministry has been an encouragement and helped me to realize that small does not necessarily mean unsuccessful. It has helped me stop focusing on the "smallness" of our church, and to celebrate the uniqueness of who we are and what we can do for the Lord in the place where we are at this moment in time.

Patricia

In the next few months our church will change drastically ... Having listened to your podcasts, attended conferences, and put many of your ideas into action - I feel prepared to enter this new season with hope for regrowth rather than with an attitude of fear. Thank you for providing a foundation that I didn't even know I was going to need!

Anne

Small Church Ministry has helped me feel more connected and relieved other churches have similar challenges. It has also encouraged my faith that there are strategies and things we can put in place to help our church members get to where God wants them, which is what it’s all about.

Chanel

It's given me tools to use in leading people. Given me ideas about what to try. And helped me make a mindset shift from our time in a bigger church to being in a smaller church now.

Nat

Just being able to access resources made specifically for small churches has improved the children's ministry of our church. Kids are excited each week to come and worship God and learn more about his Word.

Deborah

SCM has helped us to organize and manage our projects through the best possible practices.

Jehosheba

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