Our 8-month worship leader cohort is designed for full-time local church worship leaders who want to grow in leadership, pastoring, and ministry impact.
Worship Leader Training
Develop as a Leader,
Develop as a Leader,
Not Just a Musician
Worship leaders are never focused solely on music. They’re crafting sets, leading worship, developing other musicians, all while trying to abide daily with Christ.
- Do you feel like you’re juggling self-leadership, pastoring, management, communication, and multiplication?
- Do you sometimes wonder if you’re equipped for the demands of being a worship leader?
- Are you ready for growth but unsure where to turn next?
You’re not alone. You are exactly why we created the worship leader cohort.
Worship Leader Cohort
Hosted by Jon Abel
Worship Pastor, Watermark Community Church
For over 20 years, I’ve navigated the highs and lows of worship ministry, learning (often the hard way) how to strengthen the areas I didn’t even realize mattered most.
Now, I want to walk alongside you and other worship leaders on the same path—to share what I’ve learned, encourage you, and help you take your next faithful step.
Training for Worship Leaders
In-Person Retreat
Kick off the journey face-to-face with teaching, worship, and connection.
Virtual Group Gatherings
Engage in monthly teaching, discussion, and shared learning with the other worship leaders in the cohort.
One-on-One Mentoring
Meet virtually each month with Jon for personalized coaching and guidance.
The Worship Initiative Membership
Includes 5 one-year membership seats to The Worship Initiative, giving you access to resources that will help grow your team and enrich your ministry.
Cohort Details
Key Dates
In-Person Retreats: October 7-8, 2026 & February 24-25, 2027
Monthly Virtual Meetings: September 2026 – May 2027
Location
Watermark Community Church 7540 LBJ Fwy, Dallas, TX 75251
Cost
$1,200
cost does not include travel or lodging
Worship Leader Cohort
Participant Testimonials
Daniele Olmsted
"This cohort reminded me that Worship Ministry is about way more than set lists and team schedules - it’s about our personal relationships with Jesus and His Church!”
Grove Church
San Diego, CA
JT Garred
"The cohort was such a blessing to me! As a worship leader, I’m pouring into others all the time and it was so refreshing to have Jon and the others in our group encourage and pour into me.
Clear Fork Community Church
Fort Worth, TX
Melissa Berguson
I’m incredibly thankful for this cohort and for the opportunity to be poured into by experienced leaders while building meaningful connections with other worship leaders.
Antioch Church
Georgetown, TX