The Church Sound Podcast

03/06/2025

In this eye-opening episode of The Church Sound Podcast, host Prentiss L. Thompson tackles a hard truth in ministry: the disconnect between expectation and preparation. Many churches desire broadcast-quality sound and visual excellence but fall short in equipping their teams with the training and tools needed to deliver it. Prentiss unpacks the cultural pressures, the silent assumptions, and the behind-the-scenes frustrations that volunteer tech teams often face when expected to “just make it happen.”

In this eye-opening episode of The Church Sound Podcast, host Prentiss L. Thompson tackles a hard truth in ministry: the disconnect between expectation and preparation. Many churches desire broadcast-quality sound and visual excellence but fall short in equipping their teams with the training and...

27/05/2025

In this heartfelt and practical episode of The Church Sound Podcast, host Prentiss Thompson dives into the powerful intersection of technology, service, and spiritual growth within media ministry. Through the lens of a personal story that shaped his own journey, Prentiss reveals how building a system of serving in your church’s media ministry can elevate not only technical excellence but also deepen your relationship with God.

In this heartfelt and practical episode of The Church Sound Podcast, host Prentiss Thompson dives into the powerful intersection of technology, service, and spiritual growth within media ministry. Through the lens of a personal story that shaped his own journey, Prentiss reveals how building a...

20/05/2025

In this powerful episode of The Church Sound Podcast, host Prentiss L. Thompson dives deep into one of the most overlooked but essential elements of thriving ministry: teamwork in action. Ministry doesn’t happen in isolation—it’s a collaborative effort built on trust, communication, and shared responsibility. But what happens when that teamwork breaks down?

In this powerful episode of The Church Sound Podcast, host Prentiss L. Thompson dives deep into one of the most overlooked but essential elements of thriving ministry: teamwork in action. Ministry doesn’t happen in isolation—it’s a collaborative effort built on trust, communication, and shared...

13/05/2025

In this insightful episode of The Church Sound Podcast, we explore the spiritual and technical impact of a small but powerful tool: the PFL (Pre-Fader Listen) button. Guided by the thought-provoking question, “Are you mixing by faith… or by taste?”, we examine how intentional listening can elevate both your mix and your ministry. The PFL button isn’t just a function—it’s your tasting spoon, allowing you to isolate and examine each sound source before it becomes part of the whole experience.

In this insightful episode of The Church Sound Podcast, we explore the spiritual and technical impact of a small but powerful tool: the PFL (Pre-Fader Listen) button. Guided by the thought-provoking question, “Are you mixing by faith… or by taste?”, we examine how intentional listening can...

12/05/2025

Tip on the Berlinger Wing

06/05/2025

Picture a child, no more than two years old. Surrounded by noise, conversation, and emotion—but unable to articulate anything just yet. Day after day, that child listens. Repeats. Fumbles. And over time, something miraculous happens: sound turns into speech, and speech turns into meaning.
This is the same process every church audio engineer must go through.
Whether you're behind the board on Sunday morning or editing a sermon podcast midweek, you are learning a language. The language of tone. Balance. Phase. Space. Emotion. Ministry.
Let’s explore five deep principles that will help you become fluent in the language of audio—by looking through the eyes (and ears) of a child.

In this essential episode of The Church Sound Podcast, host Prentiss L. Thompson unpacks one of the most overlooked aspects of church tech training—learning the language of an audio engineer. If you’re building a volunteer-based sound team, communication breakdowns can easily derail your service...

29/04/2025

Can social media help or hurt your church? Take a listen to our discuss discussion with Dr. Stacy Dandridge, media pastor and expert

In this episode of The Church Sound Podcast, we dive into a critical conversation about the impact of social media on ministry with our special guest — a seasoned media pastor and the author of the devotional book "Unplugged." Together, we explore how churches can harness the power of digital...

22/04/2025

How Loud is too Loud? ... we have answers. Watch or listen on your favorite platform

In this episode of The Church Sound Podcast, host Prentiss L. Thompson dives into one of the most debated topics in church audio: volume. How loud is too loud during worship? Is your mix inspiring worship or causing complaints from the pews?We’ll unpack the technical, spiritual, and cultural...

15/04/2025

Top 5 Mistakes Churches Make with Audio | #5 Failing to Maintain Equipment - Listen or Watch -

Let's stop Surviving on Sundays and Begin Thriving

Your sound system is only as reliable as the care you give it—and neglecting it can lead to complete failure at the worst moments. In this final installment of our Top 5 Church Audio Mistakes series, host Prentiss L. Thompson explores the silent killer of great church audio: failing to maintain...

01/04/2025

Being Prepared should be part of your Sunday Morning process

In this episode, we delve into the vital preparation topic within the church media ministry realm. Join us as we explore the essential strategies and tools t...

01/04/2025

Top 5 Mistakes Churches Make with Audio | #3 Overloading the Mix

Does your church sound feel cluttered, muddy, or overwhelming? One of the most common mistakes churches make is overloading the mix—trying to make everything louder instead of creating clarity and balance.In this episode of The Church Sound Podcast, host Prentiss L. Thompson breaks down the #3...