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Worship & Creative Arts Ministry within the Church is a unique ministry, requiring many niche and particular skills in tandem with a humble, servant heart.

Empowering creativity to flow within the Church and ripple out to the local community by curating accessible, expert-level resources and building church-to-church partnerships. In this way, this ministry is unlike any other ministry or job and thus, can sometimes feel very isolating, confusing, or frustrating with a "sink or swim" pressure put on both those serving and those leading. We believe that there is knowledge and expertise among those within our local community and therefore, Creative Tides Ministry exists to build church-to-church partnerships and resource creatives in an affordable and attainable way, capitalizing on the "experts" in our own churches and community. This partnership provides a network of support, friendships, and sustainability in a ministry that once felt isolating. As resources and expertise are shared, our hope is that these skills would ripple outside the Church walls and contribute to the community. The skills honed and crafted with excellence will contribute to a thriving, local economy; the relationships forged from shared commonality and interest will develop trust and opportunity for evangelistic impact and sharing of the Gospel, outside the church walls.

09/21/2026

We’re just DAYS away! ✍️📖

This Saturday, join us for our FREE Creative Writing & Storytelling Workshop at George Fox University!

Whether you have a story already taking shape, dreams of getting published, questions about the writing process, or simply want to become a stronger storyteller, come learn from accomplished authors Melanie Dobson, Julie Bonn Blank, and Kendy Pearson as they share practical tools, real-world insight, and experience from their own writing journeys.

📅 Saturday, September 26
📍 George Fox University | Ross Choir Room 208
🎟️ Completely FREE

There’s still time to join us! Grab your seat, bring your questions, and come ready to grow as a writer.

Register today at the link in bio!

09/19/2026

ONE WEEK TO GO! ✍️📖

Our FREE Creative Writing & Storytelling Workshop is happening next Saturday, September 26, and there’s still time to save your seat!

Whether you’re working on your first story, dreaming of becoming a published author, exploring different publishing options, or simply wanting to strengthen your writing and storytelling skills, this workshop is for you.

Join us at George Fox University as accomplished authors Melanie Dobson, Julie Bonn Blank, and Kendy Pearson share practical insight and experience to help you grow as a writer and bring your ideas to life on the page.

📅 Saturday, September 26
📍 George Fox University | Ross Choir Room 208
🎟️ FREE to attend

We’re only one week away, so don’t wait to register! Save your seat today at the link in bio.

09/11/2026

Not every great idea is the right idea for right now.

April Biondolillo, founder of Cherish Ministry, shares how defining clear markers of success can help nonprofit and creative leaders evaluate new ideas without immediately discarding them. Sometimes the idea is strong, but the timing, audience, resources, or season simply isn’t right yet.

She also shares why growing an organization means learning to empower other leaders. You can’t carry every idea, opportunity, and responsibility yourself. Creating space for others to lead not only expands your capacity, but gives other people opportunities to grow and carry the vision forward.

If you’re building a nonprofit, ministry, business, or creative organization, this is an important reminder that good leadership isn’t just knowing what to pursue. It’s knowing when to pursue it and who to empower along the way.

🎙️ Watch the full conversation on the Creative Tides Podcast at the link in bio and on all streaming platforms.

09/08/2026

Who should be on your nonprofit board, and how do you ask people to financially support your mission without making it feel transactional?

April Biondolillo, founder of Cherish Ministry, shares what she’s learned about choosing the right people to help carry a nonprofit’s vision and approaching fundraising through genuine relationships.

For April, asking for donations isn’t just about making an ask. It’s about inviting people into the impact, sharing real stories, showing what their support makes possible, and inspiring them to believe in the mission and vision.

Whether you’re starting a nonprofit, building a board, or learning how to fundraise, strong relationships can be one of your greatest resources.

🎙️ Watch the full conversation on the Creative Tides Podcast. Available now at the link in bio and on all streaming platforms.

09/04/2026

Have an idea you want to turn into something that actually makes an impact?

The newest episode of the Creative Tides Podcast is available now! 🎙️

April Biondolillo, founder of Cherish Ministry, shares what she’s learned building a nonprofit from the ground up, including choosing the right board, raising financial support, building a team, empowering other leaders, and knowing which ideas to pursue now and which ones might need to wait.

Whether you’re creating a nonprofit, launching a ministry, building a business, or trying to bring a creative vision to life, this conversation is packed with practical insight for moving from idea to impact.

🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode now at the link in bio and on all streaming platforms!

08/31/2026

What does it actually take to turn an idea into something that makes an impact?

April Biondolillo, founder of Cherish Ministry, knows what it’s like to start with a vision and build it into a nonprofit from the ground up.

In this episode of the Creative Tides Podcast, we talk about the real side of creating and leading a nonprofit, from choosing the right board and asking people to financially support your mission to building a team, empowering other leaders, and deciding which ideas are right for the season you’re in.

If you’ve ever had an idea for a nonprofit, ministry, business, or creative project and wondered, “What do I actually do next?” this conversation is for you.

🎙️ The full episode drops this Friday! Follow/Like/Subscribe so you don’t miss it.

08/26/2026

We’re officially ONE MONTH away from our Creative Writing & Storytelling Workshop! ✍️📖

Whether you’re an aspiring novelist, curious about publishing, developing a story of your own, or simply looking to become a stronger and more intentional writer, this FREE workshop is designed to help you take your next step.

Join us Saturday, September 26 at George Fox University as we learn from accomplished authors Melanie Dobson, Julie Bonn Blank, and Kendy Pearson. Come ready to gain practical insight into creative writing, storytelling, publishing, and bringing your ideas to life on the page.

📅 Saturday, September 26 | 10AM - 12PM
📍 George Fox University | Ross Choir Room 208
🎟️ FREE to attend

Save your seat and join us for a morning of learning, creativity, and connection! Register now at the link in bio.

08/20/2026

Want to become a better Front of House engineer? Start by listening differently.

In this clip, Jeff Sandstrom encourages young audio engineers to practice deep listening. Don't just hear music. Study it. Pay attention to how Grammy winning records are mixed, how instruments are layered, how vocals sit in the mix, and how dynamics create emotion throughout a song.

Over time, you'll build a mental library of great sounds and production choices that you can draw from in your own church, venue, or live mix. The goal isn't to copy someone else's mix. It's to train your ears so you can make intentional decisions that best serve your team, your room, and your context.

The best sound engineers never stop listening. They never stop learning.

Watch the full conversation now at the link in our bio or listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

What's one album or live recording that has shaped the way you mix?

08/17/2026

The best mixes don't start at the soundboard. They start with relationships.

In this clip, Jeff Sandstrom shares why relational equity is one of the most overlooked keys to a healthy worship and production culture. When sound engineers, musicians, and worship leaders invest in each other outside of rehearsals and Sunday mornings, trust is built long before feedback ever needs to be given.

That means conversations about timing, dynamics, tone, or performance don't feel like personal attacks—they're received as opportunities to grow because the relationship came first.

Healthy teams aren't built on better gear. They're built on trust, humility, and genuine relationships.

Watch the full conversation now at the link in our bio or listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

How does your team build relationships outside of rehearsal?

08/13/2026

A great mix is about more than faders, EQ, and compression. It's about serving the song.

In this clip, Jeff Sandstrom explains why every Front of House engineer should approach mixing like a producer. Whether you play an instrument or not, your role is to understand the arrangement, recognize what the song needs in each moment, and help every musical element support the bigger picture.

Great live audio isn't just about making every instrument louder or clearer. It's about making intentional decisions that help lead people in worship and communicate the heart of the song.

Watch the full conversation now at the link in our bio or listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

Do you think every sound engineer should think like a producer?

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