Hillsong Creative Podcast

Salomon Ligthelm is a world-class filmmaker, once a musician turned visual storyteller. In this episode, Salomon talks about his recent venture into the art of feature films, script writing and his latest film project. He is passionate about creating pieces that explore people’s journeys and telling stories that matter. Learn about his inspiration and creative process, his necessity for cathartic expression, and his quest to make faith and creativity work together. Make sure to stick around after the message for the bonus Q&A segment in Season 4, where Rich and a special guest take time to answer YOUR questions!

Season 4 kicks off with a very special message from Cass Langton, our Global Worship & Creative Pastor. In this episode, get behind the scenes with the Hillsong Creative team, as Cass shares her heart for our team this year. Be ready to be challenged and inspired as she unpacks the five R’s for 2019: risk, resilience, relationship, reverence, revival. Make sure to stick around after the message for the bonus Q&A segment in Season 4, where Rich and a special guest take time to answer YOUR questions!

In Australia and across the interwebs, this is the week where we’re all together! This bite-sized episode will give you all the info you need for Worship and Creative Conference - get the inside scoop from Cass, Rich, & Auts on what to expect this week, and how you can get the most out of Conference. If you’re not coming to Sydney, don’t worry - you can still be a part of it, from wherever you’re listening. P.S. This is the last episode for Season 3, thanks for listening so far and look out for Season 4 coming at you soon! There will be plenty more exclusive interviews with special guests, and a brand new Q&A segment with your host Rich Langton. If you’ve got any questions for our creative team, download the Anchor app on your smartphone to leave Rich a message, and he’ll answer it in future episodes.

Have you ever been inspired to do something, to create, but that’s as far as it ever goes? Tony Irving found himself inspired, but has spent years turning it into action, cultivating his craft, pursuing and unwrapping the creative gift that God has given him. He’s now a world-renowned landscape photographer, and in this episode, he shares insight into his journey and the lessons he’s learnt along the way. If you’ve got any questions for Rich, download the Anchor app on your smartphone to leave him a message, and he’ll answer it in future episodes.

So many people dream and aspire to have their creativity influence thousands, maybe even millions. But what does it really take? In this week’s, we bring back the one and only Chris Tomlin, just as his new album “Holy Roar” is released. In this in-depth interview, Chris talks about his journey so far and the sacrifices he’s had to make along the way. If you’ve got any questions for Rich, make sure to download the Anchor app on your smartphone to leave him a message, and he’ll answer it in future episodes.

Join Julia A’Bell, lead pastor of Hillsong Australia, as she shares how she manages the different seasons of life; from laying down her role as a worship leader to her life as the pastor of Australia’s largest church. She talks about the Holy Spirit’s role in inspiring innovation, and how collaboration, on every level, can bring the most creativity to the table. Make sure to stick around after the interview for the special segment in Season 3, “Psalms of Ascent”, and join the #100daycreativechallenge as we prepare for Worship & Creative Conference 2018.

In today’s episode we chat with Gary Clarke, who is the lead pastor of Hillsong in the UK. He talks about how we, as the Church, need to use the arts to influence and shape the culture around us, and how “seasonal calling” looks attractive, but may not be as valid as we think it is. Make sure to stick around after the interview for the special segment in Season 3, “Psalms of Ascent”, and join the #100daycreativechallenge as we prepare for Worship & Creative Conference 2018.

Fady Hanna, founder and managing director of Flagship Digital, an international communication and marketing strategy firm that is one of Australia’s fastest growing businesses, 3 years in a row. He’s twice been named Young Entrepreneur of the Year, and is on the cutting edge of an industry that prides itself on being cutting edge. He encourages us to dream big dreams, but, as creatives, to focus more on the step-by-step process to fulfill those dreams. Make sure to stick around after the interview for the special segment in Season 3, “Psalms of Ascent”, and join the #100daycreativechallenge as we prepare for Worship & Creative Conference 2018.

What is the enemy of creativity? Jay Cook, the creative pastor of Hillsong UK, helps answer this and many other questions from his 17 years experience on the team. He shares his insight on the unique challenges, sacrifices, and lessons involved in leading and serving on a creative team. Make sure to stick around after the interview for the special segment in Season 3, “Psalms of Ascent”, and join the #100daycreativechallenge as we prepare for Worship & Creative Conference 2018.

In this episode, we interview Duncan Corby, the Academic Dean of Hillsong College. He has a Masters in Theology and a passion for worship and art in the Church. With over 20 years experience as a Hillsong College lecturer, he loves helping people develop a biblical faith that is relevant to our modern world. This conversation with Duncan and Rich talks about our responsibility as Christian artists to create meaningful art. Make sure to stick around after the interview for the special segment in Season 3, “Psalms of Ascent”, and join the #100daycreativechallenge as we prepare for Worship & Creative Conference 2018.

This week we hear from Andrew Tierney and Tim Dunfield of the band “Finding Faith”. Andrew is one of the original members of the Australian pop band Human Nature, which has toured internationally with Celine Dion and Michael Jackson, and have just completed their 1500th show. Tim has a background as a worship and teaching pastor, and their conversation covers many practical lessons any creative can learn from and apply. Make sure to stick around after the interview for the special segment in Season 3, “Psalms of Ascent”, and join the #100daycreativechallenge as we prepare for Worship & Creative Conference 2018.

This week’s episode is with Caitlin Crosby, founder and CEO of The Giving Keys. She’s a mother, actress, musician, entrepreneur and has been featured on Oprah’s Supersoul 100, Ellen, and TEDx talks. Caitlin’s passion for helping others led her to employ homeless people to start making jewelry. Now 10 years later, The Giving Keys has grown into a thriving fashion business, and has helped over 100 of its employees transition out of homelessness. Make sure to stick around after the interview for the special segment in Season 3, “Psalms of Ascent”, and join the #100daycreativechallenge as we prepare for Worship & Creative Conference 2018.

This week’s guest is world-renowned songwriter and worship leader Chris Tomlin. In the last 3 decades, there are few who have had as much impact on Christian music as Chris, having given the global Church worship anthems such as How Great Is Our God, Indescribable and Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone). In this wide-ranging interview with Cass Langton, you’ll get to know Chris as much more than a musician, as he walks listeners through key stages of his life, whether it be the start of his marriage or the creative process to writing many of his songs. Make sure to stick around after the interview for the special segment in Season 3, “Psalms of Ascent”, and join the #100daycreativechallenge as we prepare for Worship & Creative Conference 2018.

Listen to Eric Liljero, the creative pastor of Hillsong Sweden, as he shares how a tragedy in Scandinavia helped inspire one of the worship anthems of this generation, Cornerstone. Eric unpacks the defining moments that have taught him the importance of patience and authenticity, and how he’s learnt to use creative rejection and disappointments to fuel his own personal growth. Make sure to stick around after the interview for the special segment in Season 3, “Psalms of Ascent”, and join the #100daycreativechallenge as we prepare for Worship & Creative Conference 2018.

Leighton Ching, Art Director and Lead Graphic Designer at Passion City Church and sixstepsrecords, has created the artwork that millions of people would recognise, including for Louie Giglio & Passion, the Jesus Bible, and major Christian artists like Chris Tomlin, Matt Redman, Christy Nockels and more. He discusses his extensive journey to discover and develop his craft. Self-taught in his trade, Leighton talks about what it looks like to learn from leading artists, honing in on skill sets and maturing behind the scenes. Leighton shares the importance of staying faithful and diligent to the work, pressing on toward the goal. Make sure to stick around after the interview for the special segment in Season 3, “Psalms of Ascent”, and join the #100daycreativechallenge as we prepare for Worship & Creative Conference 2018.

Season 3 of the Podcast kicks off with an interview with JD from Hillsong United. Known around the world for his passionate worship leading, he shares his journey of confidence that is unshaken by the ups and downs of life and opportunity, but rooted firmly in Christ. Make sure to stick around after the interview for the special segment in Season 3, “Psalms of Ascent”, and join the #100daycreativechallenge as we prepare for Worship & Creative Conference 2018.

We're on a short break after finishing Season 2, but we had something special to share that couldn't wait till Season 3. So here's a bonus episode with a special announcement!

In the final episode for Season 2, we have a signature message from Cass Langton, “The Art of Rescue”. Spoken at our first ever Worship & Creative Conference. She speaks to the heart and purpose of creativity, how we steward our gifts and find our creative callings. This special episode will inspire creatives in every artistic sphere, and stir imagination for how to pursue creativity that changes the world. Make sure to stick around after the message for the special segment in Season 2, “The Creative Compass”.

Joel A’Bell, lead pastor of Hillsong Church Australia, reveals the catalyst that led him to a full stop in the process to find work/life balance. Joel shares on the significance of being interruptible so others can come and glean from the harvest in our life, and bring your best to your creativity. With a background in IT, he also talks about the power of technology, structures and systems to enable Christ-like growth, and in growing leaders, how talent is pinpointed before it’s developed. Make sure to stick around after the interview for the special segment in Season 2, “The Creative Compass”.

Step into the world of innovative creativity on a budget and deadlines, with our resident stage design genius; Kris Mateika. Passionate about transforming church auditoriums into spaces that say “welcome home”, she shares insights into her creative process, working with a variety of teams to execute an idea, and going from the dreaming stages to scaling back an idea whilst maintaining its integrity. Make sure to stick around after the interview for the special segment in Season 2, “The Creative Compass”.