Broaden and Sharpen Your Worship-leading skills!
Has God called you to lead His people in musical worship?
With Moody’s one-of-a-kind Certificate in Worship Leading, your proficiency will grow in music, music technology, and worship leading. You’ll also take foundational classes in Bible study and church doctrine. Gain valuable knowledge and skills that you can apply immediately in your church or ministry setting!
This certificate can be completed on our Chicago campus or online!
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Your Music Studies
As you study, you will:
- Receive spiritual and musical mentoring through private applied lessons
- Join a supportive, prayerful, collaborative community of musicians
- Combine world-class musical education with foundational training in Bible study and church doctrine
- Apply what you’re learning as you lead worship at your local church or ministry
Worship, Music, and Bible Classes to Equip You
Worship, Music, and Bible Classes to Equip You
- The Church and Its Doctrines
- Studying and Teaching the Bible
- Music Theory for Worship Leading 1 and 2
- Church Music History and Philosophy
- Planning and Leading Contemporary Worship
- Technology for Worship Leading
- Applied Music Lessons
For a detailed Certificate in Worship Leading program plan and additional Music Department information, click the buttons below.
Ensembles
All Music students participate in one or more of our vibrant ensembles every semester
Meet Your Full-Time Music Professors
Moody’s gifted and diverse music faculty provide a rich academic and collaborative environment for you to refine your musical and creative talents. Our professors possess real-world music ministry expertise with years of hands-on experience. They are passionate about God’s Word, music, and investing in their students.
Dr. Jori Jennings, Program Head for Music and Professor of Music—Voice
Dr. Desiree Hassler, Professor of Music—Voice
Dr. Yongmin Kim, Chorale Conductor and Professor of Music—Voice
Dr. Brian Lee, Professor of Music—Piano
Dr. Dan Mattix, Moody Campus Orchestra Conductor and Professor of Music—Composition
Moody Music is also blessed to partner with multiple Chicago musicians and worship pastors who provide additional training and conducting as adjunct faculty!
Here’s what students are saying about our professors:
“I am continuously shocked at how much the communications professors care about students. I could give you a million examples: emails about opportunities that might interest me, last-minute meetings, talking after class, grabbing a quick meal.”
Justin S.
Communications Major
“The conversations and feedback from professors Kammerzelt, Gustafson, and others helped me to identify my strengths and learn to recognize my own voice.”
Lauren Kidd
Moody Communications Graduate
Learn more about our Music, Worship, and Media Arts faculty.
Professions with an Eternal Purpose
Professions with an Eternal Purpose: Certificate in Worship Leading
With this program you’ll receive the practical skills, expert training, and Biblical foundation to serve God as a:
- Worship team member
- Worship leader
- Music minister or pastor
If you have a passion to reach others through musical worship, Moody is the place for you!
Discover how far God can grow your talents with a Certificate in Worship Leading from Moody.
Contact our Music Department if you have any questions about the program: musicdept@moody.edu
Financial Aid
For on-campus residential students, every class in your degree is paid for by the Chicago Tuition Grant, sponsored by faithful donors. Every residential Chicago undergraduate student is awarded this grant, worth up to $12,960 a year. Off-campus commuter students pay $399 per credit hour. Find out how to defray the remaining costs with scholarships, grants, student loans, student employment, and veterans benefits.
Moody Bible Music
Check out performances from Moody Bible Institute music students and ensembles on Youtube. These videos showcase original music written by Moody students, student recital performances, and performances from our music ensembles.