Leading Rehearsals Volunteers Love | Summit Conference 2025 Breakout Session with Jon Knapp

What if the thing shaping your rehearsals the most isn’t the music, but the way you communicate?In this session from Creative Tides Summit Conference (October 25, 2025), we share practical wisdom on how to lead rehearsals your volunteers actually love, without lowering standards or sacrificing excellence. Faciliated by Jon Knapp, Worship Pastor at @CountrysideCommunityChurch in Sherwood, OR.This conversation is especially for worship leaders, band leaders, and church creatives who want rehearsals that feel productive, encouraging, and honoring of the people who show up week after week.In this session, Jon covers:Why clear communication may be the most powerful leadership tool you haveHow to set cultural standards and expectations that build trustHolding volunteers to expectations with clarity, kindness, and consistencyHow to communicate effectively with instruments you don’t playLeading rehearsals that value both people and excellenceWhether you’re leading seasoned musicians or brand-new volunteers, the way you prepare, speak, and set direction will shape the entire rehearsal environment.📍 Recorded live at Creative Tides Summit Conference — October 25, 2025If you lead worship, tech, or creative teams in the church, this session will help you build rehearsals that are clear, collaborative, and life-giving.👉 Join the conversation in the comments:What’s the hardest part of leading rehearsals for you?#WorshipLeadership#WorshipRehearsal#VolunteerLeadership#ChurchLeadership#WorshipLeaderLife#BandLeadership#ChurchVolunteers#CreativeLeadership#WorshipMinistry#CreativeTides