Daniel Steele, of Hope Center Arts, is a musician and producer whose creativity knows no limit. He shares the process of producing Sam Cintron’s Standing in Babylon CD and theatrical concert, as well as his own EP release entitled Product.

Vince and Megan Edmund are worship leaders who have moved beyond disappointment in the church to form the music and outreach ministry, Rockin’ the Nations. On Music with a Mission, they share their journey, and songs from Rockin’ the Nations debut CD New Tomorrow.

Worship leader and multi-instrumentalist Dave Edwards has a heart to build unity among Christians, and to equip worshippers both musically and spiritually.
He shares his testimony, his vision, his musical expertise and some original songs on Music with a Mission.

At the end of each week, Times Square Church congregants are invited to lay down their burdens and feed on God’s word during Pastor William Carrol’s Friday Night Teaching Series. Mandy Zech leads the team of musicians and singers who set the atmosphere of worship for this class each week. On Music with a Mission they discuss the challenges and rewards of serving in this particular area of music ministry.

Our guests have recorded some great moments of worship and original songs live in the studio during their podcast interviews. Take a listen back to some of the best live music from the past year and a half of Music with a Mission.

Saxophonist Craig Crawford returns to Music with a Mission, along with his
band, the Craig Crawford Players. These seasoned musicians share wisdom
learned along the 25 year journey playing together as a Christian jazz band.

Music with a Mission continues a month-long celebration of Christmas with this third installment of the Hymns to Him series. Greg Thomas, Misty Quinn, and Jessi Carrasco discuss the stories behind listeners' favorite Christmas Hymns including O Come All Ye Faithful, What Child is This, and O Holy Night.

There is nothing quite as captivating as 150 male singers declaring the wonders of God in thunderous harmony! By popular demand, TSC Music has once again formed an all Male Praise Chorus (MPC) to minister with a big band at the upcoming production entitled Merry Gentlemen. Representatives of the MPC share what it has meant to them to sing and fellowship as part of this unique ministry, and give a preview of what we can expect to hear during the production.

Music with a Mission offers you an entire set of Christmas music to get you in the holiday spirit! Enjoy this selection of some of our seasonal favorites, recorded live during Christmas services at Times Square Church.

TSC Music kicks off the holiday season with music from our very own seasonal album, entitled Christmas in Times Square. Co-producers Greg Thomas and Clay Bogan discuss the process of collaborating and recording this collection of brand new songs and fresh arrangements of Christmas classics.

Amazing Grace, It is Well with My Soul, and How Great Thou Art remain some of the most beloved hymns of the church. Greg Thomas discusses the stories behind these and other favorites with Misty Quinn and Jessi Carrasco on this second installment of the Hymns to Him series.

The staff of TSC Missions is comprised of musicians, singers, and highly creative people. Though their day-to-day responsibilities are mostly administrative, they are known around the church office for breaking out in spontaneous worship sessions. They discuss the integral role that music plays in their work and share some live worship and original tunes on Music with a Mission.

Can Jesus be found in New York City? Multimedia journalist Sammy Levine is co-founder of Redeem the City, an online ministry dedicated to answering that question through documentaries, interviews and photography. On Music with a Mission, Sammy shares how God is working throughout the city, particularly in the areas of music and culture.

God has entrusted every ministry of the church, from generation to generation, with the same mission: to go and make disciples of all nations. In his teaching from the recent TSC Music ministry workshop, musician and missionary Juha Antturi reminds us of the big picture of the advancement of the kingdom of God, from the early church through the 21st century.

Choir director and worship leader Michelle Margiotta teaches a class on vocal technique, from the recent TSC Music Ministry Workshop. Her practical instruction on breath support, the importance of vowel placement and inflection is a must listen for singers, choir members and worship leaders.

If worship is lively and spirited, does that make is spiritual? What kind of praise is honorable to God? Choir Director and Worship Leader Dorian Johnson teaches on the topic Spirited & Spiritual Praise, from the recent TSC Music ministry workshop.

Guest host Greg Thomas discusses the stories behind some of the most enduring hymns of the church with worship leader Misty Quinn.
Features traditional and contemporary arrangements of such hymns as Victory in Jesus, I Am Thine O Lord and I Must Tell Jesus.

With a love for God and their generation, the up and coming worship band SoulCry are defining a new genre in Christian music. They discuss and play their “urban worship” music live on Music with a Mission.

Once considered useless and a shame to his family, Benny Prasad has become a world class musician and missionary. A blessing to the nations, he holds the world record for travelling to every country on earth in the fastest time. This “musicianary” shares his story of transformation and his unique musical gift on Music with a Mission.

After three years on the mission field in Zambia, former TSC Music worship leader and choir director Warren Carr catches up with Music with a Mission. He shares his personal testimony, his thoughts on ministry and a song in one of the many languages native to Zambia.

Greg Thomas, Michelle Margiotta, Vicki Griffin and David Ham discuss a variety of topics concerning music ministry including: ministry vs. industry, genres in Christian music, and community choirs.

Worship leader and recording artist Freddy Rodriguez takes a break from recording his sophomore album to share his journey of faith and the stories behind his songs. He gives a live taste of what we can expect on his upcoming recording “You Saved the Day.”

Members of the Times Square Church Young Adult Ministry (YAM) worship team and band discuss the role music and worship play in their lives and ministry.

Drummer, singer, writer, arranger and podcast engineer Harry Vaughn steps out from behind the mixing board to be this week’s guest on Music with a Mission. He reflects on his journey from his roots in a Harlem storefront church to Times Square Church in-house musician.

All the way from Ireland, songwriter Andrew Fynn joins Music with a Mission in our first-ever podcast via Skype. Andrew shares the stories behind his heartfelt worship songs, inspired along the journey from rugby player in South Africa to worship leader in Ireland.

In this second installment Greg Thomas discusses these relevant and thought provoking questions from the Friday Night Bible School class entitled “Worship Through the Battle”: How do you prepare for battle? Where is your focus during the battle? What are some realistic expectations when you come out of the battle?

Greg Thomas recaps his recent Friday Night Bible School class on the topic Worship Through the Battle – when you don’t like where you are, when you can’t hear the music and when you just can’t sing the song.

Sam Cintron of Hope Center Arts uses music, storytelling, drama, dance, video, fine art and performance art to spread the Gospel. His Christian theatrical concert “Standing in Babylon” is the focus of this first podcast of Music with a Mission: Season 2. Features music from the CD “Standing in Babylon” and insight from Pastor Leigh Piatt-Gonzales of The Hope Center in Jersey City, NJ.

TSC Music celebrates the one year anniversary of Music with a Mission. Join us as we highlight 52 weeks on the air and
a preview of where the Lord is taking our programming.

Times Square Church Youth Praise Choir member Ivory McDonald shares her testimony and journey with the Lord.
She gives Music with a Mission a sneak preview of her upcoming CD, with three original songs, produced by bassist
Patrick Andy. Features Ivory ministering live acapella!

Music with a Mission takes you behind the scenes of a live songwriting session at Times Square Church.
Join us as we explore the process of prayer, brainstorming and the meshing of musical gifts to create songs
glorifying the Lord. Features orginal songs from TSC Music, including spontaneous new melodies.

How do you prepare to lead a congregation of thousands in praise and worship? How do you follow the Holy Spirit’s leading? Host Derek Davis discusses these and other issues with the worship leaders of Times Square Church.

It’s the largest group of podcast guests to date! Music with a Mission drops in on rehearsal with the 200 members of the combined Adult & Youth Praise Choirs of Times Square Church. They discuss the challenges and rewards of serving in Music Ministry, and much more.

This week's podcast features two more members from the TSC band of musicians. Trumpeter Andrew Hoglund and saxophonist Ulrich Rice
share their roles as musicians during worship and their life changing experiences walking with the Lord.

This week's podcast is an incredible testimony of faith, healing and ultimately victory.
Listen to veteran praise and worship leader Gary Anglin's amazing story, including songs
from his new CD “I'm Healed”.

As a pianist, arranger and co-producer, Jukka Palonen was an instrumental part of many TSC Music recordings including “Day by Day”, “We Proclaim Him” and “Petey Yikes!”. On Music with a Mission, he discusses these projects and his current work as music director for The Springs Church in Colorado.

This second part of TSC Music's tribute to our Founding Pastor David
Wilkerson features excerpts from the memorial service held in his honor at
Times Square Church on May 14, 2011.

TSC Music Radio celebrates and remembers our late Founding Pastor David Wilkerson.

The work of Times Square Church’s Music Department goes beyond a few choir rehearsals and weekly services. Join us as we go behind the scenes of TSC Music, exploring every facet of what makes this ministry work.

This week's podcast surrounds the evolution of Christian Music, then and now. Derek Davis chats with Dorian Johnson and Greg Thomas about the amazing stories associated with classic hymns, gospel standards and contemporary Christian music today.

Times Square Church Live Worship 3 is featured this week, as two of the worship leaders involved in the project share their experiences walking with the Lord.
Also enjoy several worship songs from this powerful musical offering from TSC.

Can a play, movie or skit lead someone to Christ? How effective is drama in ministry?
What about the quality of Christian drama? Those questions and more are explored
this week. A panel of believers with backgrounds in stage production and film express their
views. Also hear a brief synopsis of the upcoming Times Square Church Easter production
"Sent by God".

What qualifies a person for ministry? Is talent enough? Derek Davis, Greg Thomas and Dorian Johnson discuss the biblical qualifications one must have in order to lead or serve in various areas of ministry, including music ministry. Also hear views expressed on the TSC Music Facebook page.

The SYP Band discuss challenges they face as young Christian musicians. They also share what they feel is their purpose for involvement with “The Gate” and hopes for the future. Greg Thomas and Vicki Griffin join them to share some insight and encouragement. A must listen for young musicians serving in the church.

Music with a Mission's first panel discussion addresses the question What is Worship?
Some Christians believe worship is praising God through music alone. Some believe
worship is confined to the church. Join Greg Thomas, Lisa Camme and Michelle Margiotta
as they discuss those and other related topics. Also, listen to your views from the
TSC music facebook page.

As an illustrator, guitarist and songwriter, Alec Stevens is an artist who uses his gifts to reach others with the gospel of Jesus Christ. He chats with Derek Davis about his journey as a Christian, and his involvement in music ministry. Features several live versions of his original songs.

Derek Davis discusses the history of gospel music – from traditional to contemporary and crossover – with veteran keyboardist and music minister, Elder Terrance Kitchings.

Can any rhythmic structure be offered up as praise to God? Father-daughter percussion duo Memo and Jacquelene Acevedo discuss keeping Christ first in their music. Includes a live percussion lesson featuring Derek Davis on the congas.

Guitarist, songwriter, and ChildCry Director Ben Hughes talks music and missions with host Derek Davis. Features a live rendition of his song "70 Strangers".