Reed Conley is a pastor, worship leader, singer-songwriter, and actor based in Lincolnton, North Carolina. He serves as the founding pastor of Artisan Church, a new worshiping community in the Presbyterian Church (USA) focused on loving all like Jesus and building an inclusive, justice-minded faith. Reed is passionate about curating and creating worship music with expansive language that helps more people feel seen, safe, and spiritually at home. Drawing from both church leadership and the performing arts, he brings a creative, collaborative approach to worship rooted in authenticity and storytelling. Reed is also a husband and the proud father of four daughters, who continue to shape his understanding of faith, love, and belonging.
EXPERIENCES
Show Date
Fri 4 Sep 2026 2:00 PM to 2:50 PM
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| Title Short | Singing a Wider Love: Curating & Creating Inclusive Modern Worship Music |
| Venue | Make Believe
Presbyterian / 1001 Worshiping Communities
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| Experience Description | Many of us have sung songs or hymns in church that didn’t quite fit our theology, our language for God, or didn't hold our hope for peace and redemption of the world. What we sing shapes what we believe, and who feels like they belong. This interactive session invites worship leaders, musicians, and seekers into a thoughtful and creative conversation about choosing and writing worship music with inclusive, expansive language for the church. Together, we’ll explore how lyrics can move beyond limiting or harmful metaphors and instead reflect the peace, justice, and wide love of Christ. Participants will share experiences, reimagine familiar phrases, and even collaborate on writing a simple chorus together. Whether you lead worship regularly or simply care about the songs we sing, you’ll leave with fresh ideas, practical tools, and a renewed vision for worship music that makes room for all. |
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