Vision
Oceans Edge School of Worship was founded with a specific purpose to provide training and education for the next generation of worship leaders, Christian musicians and artists. Based out of Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale, we provide an environment combining personal mentoring and discipleship with modern music, technology and leadership training in an approach that will equip students for a lifetime in ministry.
Biblical courses are taught by seasoned teachers, pastors, and guest teachers who give a relevant, fresh perspective of Gods word, with an emphasis on its relation to worship. Musical studies begin with the building blocks of music through theory, ear training, songwriting and challenging private lessons with experienced professionals. Performance ensemble classes place students into teams and give real performance and leading opportunities with coaching from experienced musicians. Music Technology focuses on the creation and production of recording and how to successfully complete recording projects using modern music software.
Leadership courses teach people skills, personal and professional management, leadership, and organization preparing students for whatever career path they choose. As we learn from the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25:15, the possession of skill alone is not adequate in Gods eyes. We are challenged, even required, to develop and invest in what we have been given with the hope we will one day be told, "Well done, good and faithful servant." Students learn to stretch their abilities, develop a plan for tackling complex tasks, generating successful ideas, communicate clearly, move beyond their comfort zone, and inspire others to take action. We recognize that ministries can benefit from proven and Godly business strategies. We strive for students to succeed and offer specific training to be effective personally and professionally.
At Oceans Edge School of Worship, we understand that musical skill and Biblical knowledge are meaningless to ministry without personal character and spiritual maturity. Therefore, personal development is at the core of everything we do. Spiritual lessons are best learned by experience and Oceans Edge School of Worship has been built from the ground up to be that place of challenge and change for each student. A spiritually mature staff, God-centered curriculum, and structured mentorship program all work together to achieve our mission – – to make disciples.
Oceans Edge School of Worship seeks to be a leader in equipping the next generation of Christian worship leaders and musicians to utilize their gifts and talents to impact their world for Jesus Christ. Through development in the core areas of Worship, Leadership, and Discipleship, we will help our students strengthen their gifts, mature as Christian leaders and grow closer to the Lord.
Our hope is to be a catalyst to those who are called to serve in music ministry, fulfilling Gods call in their life by equipping them both spiritually and musically. We strive to empower and equip students to fulfill their calling. At Oceans Edge School of Worship, this is our single purpose. Our vision is to be an innovative ministry that invests in people so they in turn can invest in others. The development of this school is in response to an overwhelming need for fully equipped musicians and worship leaders in the body of Christ. Those who know what is needed to be effective in ministry and desire to see the kingdom of God grow as the next generation takes their place developed the program.
Our Mission
We exist to make disciples of all nations by training, equipping, and mobilizing Christian worship leaders and musicians to bring glory to God through their gifts and talents.
Our school has been designed from the ground up with the specific purpose of providing training and education to fulfill our mission. Students are being personally raised up by experienced Christian musicians. Oceans Edge School of Worship has been carefully designed to meet the needs of those who are called to worship ministry. Because programs don't make disciples, but people do, we limit the number of students to maintain a close-knit environment that promotes mentoring relationships between staff and students. Because we desire to see well-rounded, competent, and Godly believers at the end of our year together, we train the whole person, not just the musician part. To this end, our school targets the three core areas we believe to be critical in worship ministry: Ministry and Leadership, Musicianship and Personal Development.
Objectives
Ocean’s Edge School of Worship seeks to provide its students with artistic and personal pursuit that:
1. Foster professional level competencies in musicianship, leadership, management, speaking skills, and discipleship.
2. Refine the individual gifts and talents of students and prepare them for careers in ministry which reflect the diversity of today's worship and church experience.
3. Develop a strong spiritual foundation and Christian worldview.
4. Instill a Biblically based system of values and beliefs, and the ability to communicate and defend them effectively utilizing apologetics.
5. Develop servant leadership skills with a focus on problem solving, communication, conflict resolution, and ministry administration.
6. Enable students to employ their knowledge effectively by providing a comprehensive and relevant curriculum that reflects historical and current issues which shape the church.
7. Develop character and integrity through structured personal development experiences, mentorship, and fellowship with other believers.
8. Provide an environment in which all know they are valued members of a community that values integrity in all relationships.
9. Assist students in determining their calling to do the will of God through all of life.
