Leading communion during worship isn’t just a transition — it’s a sacred moment that carries real spiritual weight. In this episode, Spencer and Nate unpack how to lead communion with clarity, reverence, and confidence. From choosing the right Scripture and setting the tone, to avoiding common pitfalls, you’ll get practical tips that help you lead well — no matter your church size or style. Whether you're new to leading or looking to grow, this conversation will help you make every communion moment meaningful.

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WHAT IS MxU?
MxU is an online training platform for church leaders to train and equip their worship and tech volunteers:  https://getmxu.com

If your church feels disengaged during worship, the problem probably isn’t your setlist — it’s the relationship gap between the stage and the seats. In this episode of the MxU Podcast, Spencer and Dillan break down why relational leadership before the first song is the real key to engagement. You’ll learn how to use the margin after soundcheck to connect with your church in simple, powerful ways that build trust and transform the room. Worship leadership doesn’t start on stage — it starts in the lobby.

FREE RESOURCES
🆓 Take advantage of all the free resources for worship and tech teams that MxU has to offer (growing weekly):  https://getmxu.com/resources

IMPROVE YOUR SUNDAY SERVICES
🎓 1,000+ Training Videos:  https://getmxu.com/training
🖥️ Volunteer Training Tool:  https://getmxu.com/learning-managemen...
🚀 Personalized Coaching:  https://getmxu.com/coaching

JOIN THE COMMUNITY
📸 Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mxurocks
🤝 Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/MxUrocks
🎬 YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@mxurocks

WHAT IS MxU?
MxU is an online training platform for church leaders to train and equip their worship and tech volunteers:  https://getmxu.com

We had the chance to sit down with the Red Rocks Worship crew during their album recording week in Denver CO this summer. Hear from their crew what makes RRW tick, and how spreading their ministry outside of the 4 walls of their church has come with its own set of challenges, but is all ultimately rooted in home.

We just dropped FIVE courses with RRW! We'll link them below so you can check them out!

Playing Worship to a Click

Mastering "Kit Mix"

All-In-One Electric Guitar

Music Directing from Keys

Foundation of Worship Bass Guitar

Jay, Lee, and Rusty sit down for a pre-Passion22 chat. It's the post-Christmas calm before the storm, so whether you're out and about, returning those unwanted (A.K.A don't fit) gifts, or are in between Bowl games, we hope you enjoy listening.

Lee, Jay, and Jeff celebrate Christmas week by answering a ton of your questions. Thanks for sending them in, and we hope you get something helpful from our answers. Enjoy!

Lee and Jeff sit down with Brian Carpenter, director of The Refuge Foundation to talk about the need for rest and renewal for leaders. We know you'll learn a lot, so be ready to take some notes. Enjoy!

After a long hiatus, Grace Royse returns to the podcast! She fills us in on motherhood and recent work and gives us all great advice on how to handle things when life gets tough. You'll laugh and cry (we all did), but we're sure you'll enjoy it!

Lee, Jay, and Jeff sit down with Daniel Connell to get an update on the LDI show and the "state of the union" for all things lighting. He's also got some great advice for your Christmas planning. We hope you enjoy it! https://getmxu.com

Lee and Jeff sit down with CJ Alvarado, who gives us solid GOLD on how to get in the board room, win the room, and stay there. Get your notepad ready, and enjoy! https://getmxu.com

Jay and Jeff have a great convo with Stephen Brewster about leadership: Leading yourself, leading your team, and leading through unhealthy seasons. It's super practical, and we can't wait to hear how it's helping you. Enjoy!

Lee, Jay, and Jeff wrap up the MxU Live Tour with some reflections, learnings, and favorite moments from the Tour.

Lee, Jay, and Jeff sit down with Casey Johnson from d&b to talk about the Tour, the PA, and how we all got connected.

Lee, Jay, and Jeff break down our day in Tulsa and set the table for Atlanta. The Tour is in the home stretch, and we're excited about what's coming!

In this week’s episode of the MxU Podcast, we dive deep into the concept of authenticity within the church. What does it truly mean for a church to be authentic, and how can we discern the genuine from the performative? Join the guys as they explore the nuances of authenticity in worship and community life, discussing real-life examples and personal experiences along the way.

Instead of providing a checklist, we invite you to reflect on the qualities that contribute to an authentic church environment. From the heart of the worship experience to the transparency of leadership, we tackle the subtle signs that indicate whether a church is truly living out its values.

Whether you’re a worship leader, tech team member, or churchgoer, this conversation will inspire you to think critically about what authenticity looks like in your own community. 

Lee, Jay, Rusty, and Jeff sit down at the halfway point of the Tour to unpack our experience in Chicago.

Lee, Jay, and Jeff sit down with our friends from Resi at the end of the day from our Denver tour stop. We debrief the day together and catch up with them and their vision for helping their customers.

Lee and Jeff sit down with our worship leaders on the MxU Teams portion of our Day 2 event to discuss the impact of what this day is all about.

Jeff, Lee, Chris Rabold, and Cory Edwards chat about Day 1 in Dallas. We had such a great time challenging each other, and can't wait to share more as we continue to learn. Enjoy!

It's finally here! Lee, Jeff and Jay check-in from Day 2 of our LA event and chat with Isaiah Franco, our host for the event. Enjoy!

Lee and Jeff share a couple of exciting updates for the MxU Tour. Then the guys sit down with Jared Blumenberg (FOH Engineer, Florida Georgia Line)to chat about his process, and how a simple approach can yield great results. Enjoy!

Lee and Jeff chat about the final MxU Tour prep with Chris Rabold and Corbin Phillips (Thrive Worship). You'll hear great insights from Chris about how he thinks about the songs that he'll be mixing and all the things Corbin wants him to know about the songs.

Lee, Jay, and Jeff bring the podcast to our All-Access event. Great conversations and lots of laughs (Jeff may have sprained something from laughing so hard!). Enjoy!

We have a MASSIVE MxU Tour announcement! Then Lee, Jay, and Jeff chat with Chris Rabold (Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga, and others) about our audio plans for the Tour. Enjoy!

Jeff and Lee chat with Rusty Anderson (Passion video director) and Jeremy Bagwell (Ross Video) about all things video for MxU.

🎥 Demystifying Church Streaming 🌟

This is episode 183 of the MxU Podcast!

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of church streaming, comparing Resi’s premium streaming service with free alternatives. Is it worth the investment? Join us as we explore the unique features, benefits, and potential pitfalls of both options.

📈 What You'll Learn:

• The key differences between paid and free streaming services
• How Resi enhances your church’s streaming quality and reliability
• Tips for maximizing viewer engagement and outreach
• Real-life testimonials from churches using both services

Whether you’re a tech-savvy church leader or just getting started with streaming, this episode will provide valuable insights to help you make informed decisions for your congregation. Don’t miss it!

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Lee, Jeff and Jay chat with someone we can all learn from, who most of us will never meet. Brian Frese has served faithfully as a church TD for 40 years and has a lot to teach us all about longevity and legacy. Enjoy!

168-Hour Live Stream, 54 Host mics, 29 IFB's, 10 Video Inputs, 4 Skype Links, 128 Band Inputs, 1000 Audio Routes, 115 people across 640 volunteer opportunities, ONE TEAM. Jeff and Lee chat with Zach Kimrey and Nicole Hambrick from Elevation Church about YTHX.

Lee, Jeff and Daniel have a special MxU Tour announcement! Then they chat with Stephan Saremba, Managing Director of MA Lighting International. They discuss the history of MA consoles, and exciting things about what's next!

Jeff, Jay and Lee sit down with Webster Tileston (FOH engineer, system engineer and owner of Axis Audio) to talk about his experience mixing and mastering in Dolby Atmos. https://getmxu.com

Jeff and Jay have a great conversation while Lee is away. It's important to take a timeout, and we chat about why. Enjoy!

We chat with Nate Scott from CCLI about all of their different licenses for churches, and what you need to know to protect yourself (and the authors of content, too!). Jay joins us from the Sky Club to give some important tips as well. Enjoy!

Lee, Jay and Jeff talk to Filipp Sklyrov from 64 Audio about IEM best practices to celebrate Better Hearing Month. Plus more "turn downs" than you can handle. Enjoy!

Jeff, Lee and Jay talk to Nick Malgieri from d&b about Soundscape, their object-based mixing platform. You'll learn a lot about what immersive mixing is... and what it isn't.

Jeff and Jay talk to Christian Paschall (Drummer for Maren Morris, Crowder and others) and Robert Bull (Monitor Engineer for everyone from the Rolling Stones to Chris Stapleton)about the relationship between the band and the monitor engineer. Part technician, part therapist, part diplomat, Bull is gonna help us all get better!

Lee, Jeff, and Jay are joined by Adam Taylor, Zach Kimrey, and Marcus Walker. The crew got together in person for this one to talk consoles, leadership, and other topics. As always, there were lots of laughs, too!

In this episode, we dive into the essential skills every audio engineer needs to elevate their mixing game. Join us as we break down the Triple Threat of Mixing, covering:

1. Gain Staging: Learn how to properly manage levels to achieve clarity and depth in your mixes.
2. Filters: Discover the importance of high-pass and low-pass filters in shaping your sound.
3. Volume Faders: Master the art of balancing your mix for a polished final product.

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, these three techniques are crucial for creating professional-quality audio. Tune in for insights, tips, and practical advice that will help you mix like a pro in under 40 minutes!

Lee and Jeff are joined by guest, Chris Tomlin. You’ll hear Chris talk about the 10+ years of experiences he and Jeff had together and what’s most important to Chris when it comes to his team. Also, Lee and Jeff have a deep discussion about subs. Left/Right? Aux? To delay? To not delay? Enjoy! www.MxU.rocks Use Code MXU15 for 15% off your orders at www.micrentals.com

Lee had a rough Easter week and Jeff did not! The guys talk about challenges Lee's team faced at Easter, Jeff's round of golf at Augusta National, and Stephen Arruda from www.micrentals.com joins to talk about a new partnership with MxU. Use or mention code MXU15 to get 15% off your order at www.micrentals.com. www.MxU.rocks

Jay has hijacked the podcast! And he brought his friend and lawyer, Bob Goff. Bob is a New York Times Best-Selling Author, Law Professor at Pepperdine University, as well as an attorney who founded Love Does, a nonprofit human rights organization operating in Uganda, India, Nepal, Iraq and Somalia. He serves as the Hon. Consul for the Republic of Uganda to the United States. www.MxU.rocks

Lee, Jeff, and Jay talk about the price of microphones and if there's a limit to how much we should spend on them. Then, a great interview with Gene Kim. Gene is the FOH engineer for Johnny Swim and Phil Wickham, former mega-church TD, coffee roaster, and bow hunter. Enjoy! www.mxu.rocks

Lee, Jeff, and Jay debate if Church Tech Directors work too much or just don’t manage their time well. Guest Tyson Wiens joins and the guys talk about a recent PA Shootout and some wild stories from previous ones. www.MxU.rocks

Jeff and Lee talk to 2 experts from Avid about DAW's and Consoles.  Robert Scovill returns with his colleague from Avid, Tony Joy.  Tony is a specialist on the ProTools team, and between these 2 guys, we thought we’d finally end the debate. You be the judge! www.MxU.rocks

Join Lee and Jeff as they host a conversation with the most influential video directors in the modern church.  Chelsea Gribble from Elevation Church, Chad Vegas from Transformation Church, and Rusty Anderson from Passion City Church ask each other how and why they do what they do.  Also, Lee get’s his own dose of #TurnDownForMxU.

It's time, folks. We're bringing our live events back, even bigger than before. Hear all about the cities, the guests, and all the details on the new event, MxU TEAMS LIVE. Tickets available now www.mxu.rocks/live

Lee, Jeff, and Daniel talk about salaries for Church staffers and their thoughts on transitioning jobs. Afterwards you'll hear a great interview with one of Daniel's mentors, Scott Moore. Scott is a live-production legend and has influenced how and why lots of us do what we do. www.MxU.rocks

Jeff, Lee, and Jay hang with 2 of the most prolific song writers and worship leaders in the modern Church, Matt Maher and Pat Barrett. Warning, this episode may break the record for most laughs. https://getmxu.com

This is episode #181 of the MxU Podcast! Jeff and Spencer are joined by Zach and Nick from d&b Audiotechnik.

Sound boards have grown vastly in technology, so why haven't we welcomed that innovation when it comes to our PA? In this episode, we dive deep into the world of immersive mixing and explore how this cutting-edge technology can revolutionize the way your congregation experiences sound.

Whether you're a sound engineer, worship leader, or a church tech enthusiast, this episode offers valuable insights into making your audio environment more engaging and impactful. Don’t miss out on discovering how immersive mixing could be the game-changer your church needs!

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Lee and Jeff talk to the Global Manager of R&D for Yamaha Commercial Audio, Dave Hatmaker. They talk about the history of consoles, the nuts and bolts, and the DAW vs Console debate. Oh, and Jeff's laptop crashes during the recording. Enjoy!

Lee, Jeff, Jay Desai, and Daniel Connell talk about the recent buzz on the internet of a church who flooded their stage. You get the BTS on exactly how it was done and what it cost. Then, part 2 of our convo from Tweed Recording. www.MxU.rocks

Jeff and Lee start a convo on whether we should be using a DAW instead of consoles in live production. It's a hot one! Plus, an incredible conversation captured at Tweed recording with Tweed staff Andrew Ratcliffe, Charlie Chastain, and our friend Chris Rabold. www.MxU.rocks www.tweedrecording.com