EP72: Music and Ministry - Timothy J Mercaldo

About this episode

Reverend Timothy J. Mercaldo discusses the impact of music in his life and ministry.

Reverend Timothy J. Mercaldo is a professional musician and, for more than 35 years, an evangelical minister who uses music as his primary way to connect with people. With music and worship as centerpieces of his life, Tim founded WorshipPlus to equip local churches and Christian organizations to think creatively, that is, to use the creative arts to enhance their worship experiences and outreach events. In this episode, Tim talks with Mike and Kevin about how playing music, in particular the piano, has impacted his life as well as the people he encounters wherever he plays or prays.

People in this episode

Hosts: Kevin Bales, Mike

Guest: Timothy J. Mercaldo

Topics covered

• music
• ministry
• evangelical
• worship
• creative arts

Keywords

• music
• ministry
• evangelical
• WorshipPlus
• creative arts
• worship experiences
• piano

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: WorshipPlus

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