Liturgy Collective

Paul Ranheim, a pastor and musician in Longmont, CO and one half of The Wood Drake Sessions, leads a conversation on the flourishing pastor/musician relationships with Chuck Colson, Melanie Penn, Alex Fleeman, Jacob Tilton, and Duane Cory. This panel gathered at the 2022 Liturgy Collective conference in Nashville, TN. For more information please visit liturgycollective.com

David Taylor is Associate Professor of Theology and Culture at Fuller Theological Seminary in Houston. An ordained Anglican priest and author, he has lectured widely on the arts in both academic and popular settings, from Thailand to South Africa. This lecture was given live at the 2022 Liturgy Collective conference in Nashville, TN. For more information please visit liturgycollective.com.

Ashley Cleveland is a three-time Grammy winner for Best Rock Gospel Album and Dove Award winner. She has recorded 10 critically acclaimed albums, and has written a memoir entitled “Little Black Sheep.” Ashely currently serves as a Spiritual Director and Pastoral Associate at Church of the Redeemer in Nashville, TN.  This lecture was given live at the 2022 Liturgy Collective conference in Nashville, TN. For more information please visit liturgycollective.com. 

David Taylor is Associate Professor of Theology and Culture at Fuller Theological Seminary in Houston. An ordained Anglican priest and author, he has lectured widely on the arts in both academic and popular settings, from Thailand to South Africa. This lecture was given live at the 2022 Liturgy Collective conference in Nashville, TN. For more information please visit liturgycollective.com.

Native Texan and new-ish Nashvillian, Taylor Leonhardt is first and foremost a craftsman. Whether she's penning tunes for her solo project or for her duo Mission House with Jess Ray, it’s always about the song. The Gospel Coalition recently called Taylor “one of the most promising singer-songwriters in Nashville these days", naming her latest project Hold Still one of the best albums of 2021. In addition to touring and writing, she spends time across the US leading music and conversations for spiritual retreats, creative workshops, and faith communities. When she’s not on the road, you can catch Taylor on a long run at Shelby Park or pursuing her newest hobby - fly fishing. She is convinced God songs are everywhere. This excerpt is from the 2022 Liturgy Collective conference in Nashville, TN. For more information please visit liturgycollective.com.

Leslie Jordan is an artist and songwriter and has written songs for various artists alongside her founding role in the Grammy Nominated band, All Sons & Daughters. Additionally, Leslie served as a church musician for many years.  After the band adjourned in 2017, Leslie began a new endeavor as co-founder and Executive Director of a nonprofit, The Fold, dedicated to giving writers and artists a safe space to find their voice. This lecture was given live at the 2022 Liturgy Collective conference in Nashville, TN. For more information please visit liturgycollective.com.

Trevor Laurence, lecturer of Biblical Studies at The King’s College in New York City and executive director at the Cateclesia Institute on Winston-Salem, NC, leads a conversation on Psalmists & Songwriters with David Taylor, Sandra McCracken, Paul Ranheim, and Kevin Twit. This panel gathered at the 2022 Liturgy Collective conference in Nashville, TN. For more information please visit liturgycollective.com. 

Carl Ellis Jr., Reformed Theological Seminary professor known for work in theology, liturgy, and African-American religious traditions. He contrasts classical and jazz approaches to music and worship. He maps formal and dynamic liturgies, explores didactic versus celebratory styles, and highlights oral, call-and-response traditions and preaching differences rooted in culture.

Scott Sauls is Senior Pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church, Nashville, TN and an author. Scott was a lead and preaching pastor for Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York City. He has planted and pastored churches in Kansas City and St. Louis, and is a frequent speaker at conferences and retreats. This lecture was given live at the 2022 Liturgy Collective conference in Nashville, TN. For more information please visit liturgycollective.com.

Kevin Twit is the RUF Campus Minister at Belmont University. He previously served as a pastor at Christ Community Church, Franklin, TN. Kevin is the founder of Indelible Grace Music and lectures widely on topics of hymns and worship. This lecture was given live at the 2022 Liturgy Collective conference in Nashville, TN. For more information please visit liturgycollective.com.