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Pursuit of Praise – cancelled

Worship Leaders Conference

41.0322802° N, -75.2133405° W

Mar 03 2025 - Mar 05 2025 - 4 - 7 pm Arrival

This conference is for all worship leaders in a statewide church setting: worship musicians, vocalists and sound technicians.

Sorry, we’ve had to cancel our 2025 event; more details to come about next year’s retreat.

Package:

2 nights lodging & 5 meals (MON. dinner-WED. breakfast)
$95/single occupancy
$75/person, double occupancy
$70/person, triple occupancy
$65/person, occupancy of 4-5 per room
Online registration closes FEB 14, 2025

Conference Schedule

Speaker – Gary Durbin

Gary’s Topic:
Gary will present the concepts behind his podcast and book, “More Than a Worship Leader – OFF STAGE • ON STAGE • UP-STAGED.” At the end of the day, it’s not about a song, it’s about loving God and loving people in all three circumstances. He will also share his thoughts, philosophy and experience when it comes to songwriting and how it can be used to minister to the church.

About Gary:
Gary serves as Worship Arts Director for Redemption Chapel in Stow, Ohio. He has written and recorded many songs, including “Almighty,” which was featured on Song Discovery in 2016. He released his first book, “More Than a Worship Leader,” in 2017 and in 2022 released a discssion book for worship teams called “More Than a Band.” Inspired by the books, Gary went on to start a podcast for worship leaders called the “More Than a Worship Leader Podcast.”

Gary’s wife, Jenny, is also a songwriter and author. They enjoy serving together through worship ministry and the support group, DivorceCare.

Worship – Jamal Sarikoki

Jamal Sarikoki is a skilled organist, pianist, violinist, vocalist and conductor with a passion for creating powerful worship experiences. He recently took on a new role as Director of Classic Worship at Christ Church in Oakbrook, Illinois, and had previously served as Minister of Music & Worship at Venice Presbyterian Church, Florida. Jamal has helped the congregations he’s worked with to experience significant growth in choral ministry participation and worship attendance.