W & A FAQ's

What's the process for being on a worship team?
Since we have so many musicians in our community, we get asked this question a lot. Those who will serve on worship teams at Belmont's regular assemblies need to have strong sightreading skills and be able to find their part by ear. Usually the team can only run each song once in a short rehearsal the day of the worship service, so this is essential. If this sounds like you, here's what to do.

Step 1: Pray and ask if this is something the Lord is calling you to. Then fill out an orange musician's info form, which you can find either in the Worship Center lobby, or at the Asaph's Chamber building, which houses the Worship and Arts Department. You should either mail this form back to the church or leave it with the front desk, marked for Worship and Arts. Be sure to include your email address, if applicable, so that you can be kept up to date about department happenings.

Step 2: Attend one of our regular Artists' Gatherings and make yourself known to the staff. As you can imagine, our worship leaders generally call people they either already know or have met and talked to, when choosing people for their teams. So let us get to know you. You should not feel at all shy about being proactive here. We want to meet you.

Step 3: Attend one of our auditions or "jam sessions" for musicians the next time they are held. They will be advertised at least semi-annually in the bulletin. In these auditions we are not casting for anything specific, just trying to get a feel for who you are and your skill level and experience.

Step 4: Keep an open mind—many times it will take a while to get worked into the list of people who are being called for worship teams. Stay open to serving in other ways until a slot becomes available.

Can I do a "special" piece in the worship service? I have written a song…
If you have a song to submit, please get a CD and lyric sheet to McLauren Foster. She oversees all specials done in the services.

What if I have an overall idea or vision I want to tell someone?
Again, call McLauren or send an email with your idea or submission.

Can I get the lyrics and/or charts to the songs we sing in the assemblies?
Unfortunately our licensing does not allow us to share those with the public. However we are happy to help you find a published version by sharing info on the songs. Please call Lynn Noe to inquire.

I'm a cell worship leader and I need some pointers. Can someone work with me?
Yes, we have books with songs lists, chord charts for leaders and those with only lyrics for singers, and other programming helps for worship leaders who lead for our small group ministries. Call our office for this and other helps.

I would like to book one of the Belmont worship leaders for an event. How do I go about this?
If you know them, feel free to contact them directly. If you need some recommendations, please call McLauren or Lynn and we will be happy to give you referrals.

Belmont's worship style is unique. Can you give me some information on the biblical foundations for this at Belmont? Including prophetic ministry, singing in the Spirit, Songs of the Lord, etc.
Yes, you should find some good materials on these topics in the section called Resources. In addition, you can call or email McLauren with specific questions. In the future, we hope to have some position papers online that detail a Scriptural basis for worship, as well as how to explore these topics yourself. Check back!

How can I volunteer in the media area of the worship services?
Great question. We are always happy to find qualified people with servant's hearts to run our sound and PowerPoint. Contact us if you're interested in sound and lighting at mediavolunteers@belmont.org or 256-2124 ext. 227. To volunteer for our rotating team of PowerPoint operators, please contact Worship and Arts.

Is the music recorded each weekend? How do I get a copy?
Our weekly worship is recorded but we choose only one weekend per month to mix well and reproduce. At the end of each month, this decision will be made and generally the first weekend of the next month that CD will be available at the Resource Desk. CD's are $4, suggested donation.

Are my children welcome to stay with me in the worship center for the whole service?
Our exuberant worship style actually lends itself well to children's participation. Children are certainly welcome and encouraged to attend. We advise parents, however, to remain aware of your children and insure that their behavior does not distract others. Very rarely an usher or dancer from the front may ask you to quiet your child. Please understand that this is out of reverence for the Word being preached, or to respect those who are trying to enter into the presence of the Lord. Remember, our Children's ministries love visitors and do a wonderful job teaching our little ones each week. You are encouraged to bring your child to their age level class for a trial run.  Click here for information on Children's classes.