The Worship Leader as Shepherd: Caring for Souls, Not Just Songs

On this episode of the Brentwood Baptist Leadership Podcast, Mack Burns is joined by Luke Roman from The Church at Station Hill for an honest and practical conversation about what it means to shepherd a worship team.Together they explore the rhythms, responsibilities, and spiritual priorities that shape healthy worship ministries. From tending to burnout and protecting team culture to redefining success beyond musical excellence, this episode offers encouragement and real tools for leaders who want to care for people, not just performances.If you serve in worship ministry or lead creative teams, this conversation will help you think more deeply about presence, soul care, and sustainable leadership.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why worship leadership is pastoral leadershipThe three priorities of shepherding a team: presence, provision, and protectionHow focusing only on skill development can lead to burnoutPractical rhythms for soul care, including daily, weekly, monthly, and annual Sabbath practicesHow to create safe, vulnerable team environments that foster growthWays to redefine success beyond musical excellenceHow leaders can guard their own identity and spiritual healthA simple first step for leaders who feel spiritually dry or stretched thinMeet the GuestsMack Burns – Worship Minister at The Church at West Franklin Luke Roman – Worship Minister at The Church at Station HillRegister for the Elevate ConferenceThis episode is part of our March focus on worship ministry, leading up to Elevate Church Conference on September 21–22, 2026. Learn more and register at elevatechurchconference.com.