The Complete Worship Leader

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Summary: The title says it all!
Review: As a professional worship director, a seminary student and a student of worship, I have read any number of books on the topic of worship. Kevin Navarro's book ranks, without question, as one of the best.
"Complete" is the right word to use in reference to this book. Kevin manages to squeeze a wealth of information into a relatively short, easy and engaging read. The chapters on musical direction alone can be used as a handy reference book, invaluable to have available in a church staff office. The sections on theology, discipleship and leadership are equally spot-on; Kevin readily points out the elements which are truly needed in today's church environment. Best of all, Kevin's heart for worship is evident throughout.
I would highly recommend this book, not just to professional worship directors, but to anyone who accepts the challenge of leading a congregation into the presence of the living God.

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Summary: The Complete Worship Leader
Review: I picked up a copy of "The Complete Worship Leader" by Kevin J. Navarro just to give it a look. I did not put it down until I had read the entire book. Kevin spoke to my heart and to my transitioning context. I immediately purchased copies for my music staff and we are working through the book together. This is the first book I found to be useful in explaining the complete role of a worship leader. The practical way Kevin guides even the non-musical person through the theology and proclamation of worship makes it easy to understand. As a senior pastor, this is a book I recommend if you are serious about becoming a worshiping community.
Dr. Jerry McKinney
Senior Pastor

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Summary: What A Blessing!
Review: Pastor Navarro has written a true gem here in "The Complete Worship Leader". This book is a "how to" manual for the novice worship leader, a reference and a tune-up manual for mid-level and experienced worship leaders. For Pastors, it serves as a valuable tool in selecting the appropriate format for worship depending on the church style as well as the type of worship leader for specific churches/denominations. The roadmap in regards to theology, discipleship, artistry and leadership are an eye opener in that these four elements are crucial to the success of the praise and worship and are interdependant on one another. This book confirms that the praise and worship team is not in the sanctuary to entertain, but to bring the presence of the Holy Spirit. Easy and fun to read, you will want to have a supply of highlighters as there is a wealth of knowledge in these 200+ pages. Recommended for worship leaders, pastors, praise team members and all church members. A Winner!!!

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Summary: A MUST Read for Worship Leaders
Review: This book truly is "complete" is discussing what it means to be a worshipper as well as a worship leader. The thoroughness of thought and subject matter, the logical progression from fundementals of faith to form and expression, and the readability of this book make it an absolute MUST for anyone desiring to grow in their understanding and expression of worship. I have loaned my copy out several times only to have it returned with the comment "I have to buy my own!"

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Summary: Excellent Worship Resource
Review: This is an outstanding book-- great for pastors, worship leaders, worship teams, and anyone who worships. It offers an integrated theology of worship that is both biblical and practical. This book speaks of worship not only as singing, but as a lifestyle that brings glory to God. It also includes helpful chapters on building worship teams and using technology in worship. Don't miss this book!

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Summary: A must have that will enrich your ministry greatly!!!
Review: This is the first book i've read where i've seen the importance of becoming a theologian, a disciple, an artist, and a leader come together in one book. This book shows us the importance of these four elements in our lives in order to become a complete worship leader. Each topic is so well explain in a couple of pages that is easy to understand and follow. I am sure that if you get this book, it would be of great blessing for you, your ministry, and your church. Get it soon!!!

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Summary: A "Must-Have" for Worship Leaders
Review: While there's plenty of books on worship, few fall into the "must-have" category for worship leaders. The Complete Worship Leader is one of them. If you only read one book on worship this year, this is it. Author Kevin Navarro is now Senior Pastor of Bethany Evangelical Free Church in Littleton, CO, having served there for several years as the worship leader.

The "worship leader" is a relatively new category of leadership in worship. The roles of pastor, liturgist, organist, choir director and song leader are familiar, but the worship leader is a product of the worship awakening of the past 30 years. In the most in-depth study of the subject to date, Navarro gives us a glimpse at the opportunities and challenges of a worship leader.

A "complete" worship leader excels in several ways, not just in one area. Gone are the days when worship leaders could carry the ministry by their musicianship alone. In this well-written book, Navarro artfully weaves together the four main strands of effective worship ministry leadership: theology, discipleship, artistry and leadership. It's easy to see how neglecting any one of these will lead to problems; Navarro shows how we can grow in all of them and keep our balance.

Navarro brings a worship leader's perspective to these issues, and he writes as a worship leader to his peers. He's been there and done that, and offers nuggets of important insight in each of the four areas, as well as specific applications worship leaders will appreciate.

The Complete Worship Leader is an important book for pastors, worship committee and personnel committee members as well. It's a window into the world of worship leaders that reveals the unique challenges they face, and suggests helpful ways the rest of us can encourage them.

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Summary: One of the best books on worship leading available today
Review: Worship leading is more than just leading singing, and a worship leader needs to be more than a musician with a decent voice. This book gives vital guidelines on how to be a well-rounded worship leader. The way "The Complete Worship Leader" is ordered prioritizes sound theology and personal discipleship over musical ability. Although the musical tips in the later chapters are helpful, it may be a revelation to some how important it is for a worship leader to be a theologian; not only to have the experience of salvation, but the knowledge of how salvation works. As the reader works his- or herself through the chapters, it becomes obvious that no stone is left unturned. This is truly an indispensible resource.