Academics

Worship Leadership Minor

As a Whitworth worship leadership minor, you'll gain the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively lead worship in a congregational setting. You'll be well prepared for roles in worship leadership and other ministry positions – whether full time, part time or as a volunteer. This minor is accessible to students of all musical abilities and backgrounds, and you don't need to be a music major to succeed, although it's recommended for those pursuing careers in worship leadership.

Why minor in worship leadership at Whitworth?

Develop a practical understanding of both theology and music while gaining skills in worship leadership.
Be a vital part of a thriving community by participating in campus worship or leading a campus worship team.
Explore non-Western worship and music traditions and visit a variety of churches to experience the breadth of traditions here in Spokane.
Gain hands-on experience through an internship at a local church where you’ll work with a mentor to plan and regularly lead worship services.
Learn from and engage with faculty in both the music and theology departments.
Connect your faith and worldview to your vocation.
Become who you're meant to be.

Ask our faculty

Ask Ben

bbrody@whitworth.edu

Professor Ben Brody specializes in church music and music appreciation and coordinates music for campus worship services.

Our worship leadership grads make a difference (and get jobs)

Graduates with a worship leadership minor are prepared to excel in a variety of leadership roles within the church, including pastoral ministry, youth discipleship and community outreach, in addition to music ministry.

Recent job placements include:

Jesse Yi, graduate ministry intern for campus worship, Whitworth University
Rachel Morris, director of worship, music & the arts, John Knox Presbyterian Church, Spokane

Our recent music department grads further their studies in top programs at institutions including:

Arizona State University
Boston Conservatory of Music
Eastman School of Music
Indiana University
Louisiana State University
New York University's Tisch School of the Arts
University of Washington

Pack your bags!

Participate in Jan Term international study programs such as The Arts in Christian Worship: Geneva, Paris, London, Rome & Florence; and visit a range of local places of worship to broaden your understanding of the many ways God’s people gather in prayer and praise.

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