Come and learn what it means to be fully alive in Christ and grow in a deeper understanding of who you are in Him. Identity is paramount to the life of a Worshiper and Creation is longing for sons and daughters to proclaim the Goodness of God. The world needs what you have, and we would love to know you too.
Bethel Music
Worship School
Redding California
July 14-18, 2025
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Redding California
July 14-18th
Bethel Music Worship School is for Worship Leaders, Songwriters, Musicians, and Creatives who want to grow in heart and skill as they serve the local and global church. Grow your skills while you learn what it means to be fully alive in Christ and grow in a deeper understanding of who you are in Him.
5 days of worship, teaching and ministry with over 50+ classes. Including skill development, heart & calling, leadership & pastoring, worship leading, song writing, creativity & the arts, theology of worship and production.
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01 Brian Johnson
02 Jenn Johnson
03 Kristene DiMarco
04 John Wilds
05 Paul McClure
06 Hannah McClure
07 Josh Baldwin
08 Bethany Wohrle
09 Emmy Rose
10 David Funk
11 Zahriya Zachary
12 Edward Rivera
13 Noah Paul Harrison
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Why Come to BMWS
Bethel Music Worship School is for Worship Leaders, Songwriters, Musicians, and Creatives who want to grow in heart and skill as they serve the local and global church. Grow your skills while you learn what it means to be fully alive in Christ and grow in a deeper understanding of who you are in Him.
In His presence we are transformed. When we see Him, we will be like Him. Our family, cities, and nations are transformed when we step into the grace and power we have through Christ Jesus.
“Dear friends, now we are children of God, and what we will be has not yet been made known. But we know that when Christ appears, we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is.”
1 John 3:2
We’re inviting people from every background to gather, connect, grow, and be inspired by other creatives and worshippers from around the world. We are committed to your development, and as you grow — we all grow. Let's have some fun.
You were created to express the image of God to the world around you. There is an immeasurable amount of possibility available to you when you partner with God. Come ready to explore the songs, stories, sound, and message He has placed inside of you. There is something in you that no one else has – we want the world to see that.
Dive deep into the practicals with over 50 classes of various topics including: worship leading, songwriting, music publishing, instrument and theory, voice, studio production, pastoral leadership, and prophetic worship; with instructors who are experts in their sphere.
God inhabits the praises of His people – He longs to be our very breath. As we encounter His face and magnify His name, we become more like Him – and the more like Him we become, the more of the Kingdom we will see. Come expectant to see God move in ways you’ve never seen before; come ready to commune with the Living God.
Schedule
8am - 9:30am: Registration
9:30am - 10:00am: Main Session Doors
10:00am - 12:30pm: Main Session 1
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM: Welcome Party
12:30pm - 2pm: Lunch Break
2:00pm - 2:45pm: Breakout Session
3:00pm - 3:45pm: Breakout Session
3:45pm - 6:00pm: Dinner Break
6:00pm - 6:30pm: Main Session Doors
6:30pm - 9pm: Main Session 2
9pm - 10:30pm: Welcome Party
Day 1
8am - 9:30am: Registration
9:30am - 10:00am: Main Session Doors
10:00am - 12:30pm: Main Session 1
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM: Welcome Party
12:30pm - 2pm: Lunch Break
2:00pm - 2:45pm: Breakout Session
3:00pm - 3:45pm: Breakout Session
3:45pm - 6:00pm: Dinner Break
6:00pm - 6:30pm: Main Session Doors
6:30pm - 9pm: Main Session 2
9pm - 10:30pm: Welcome Party
8:30am - 9:30pm: Morning Devotional
9:30am - 10:00am: Main Session Doors
10:00am - 12:30pm: Main Session 2
12:30pm - 2pm: Lunch Break
2:00pm - 2:45pm: Breakout Session
3:00pm - 3:45pm: Breakout Session
3:45pm - 6:00pm: Dinner Break
6:00pm - 6:30pm: Main Session Doors
6:30pm - 9pm: Main Session 3
Day 2
8:30am - 9:30pm: Morning Devotional
9:30am - 10:00am: Main Session Doors
10:00am - 12:30pm: Main Session 2
12:30pm - 2pm: Lunch Break
2:00pm - 2:45pm: Breakout Session
3:00pm - 3:45pm: Breakout Session
3:45pm - 6:00pm: Dinner Break
6:00pm - 6:30pm: Main Session Doors
6:30pm - 9pm: Main Session 3
8:30am - 9:30pm: Morning Devotional
9:30am - 10:00am: Main Session Doors
10:00am - 12:30pm: Main Session 4
12:30pm - 2pm: Lunch Break
2:00pm - 2:45pm: Breakout Session
3:00pm - 3:45pm: Breakout Session
3:45pm - 6:00pm: Dinner Break
6:00pm - 6:30pm: Main Session Doors
6:30pm - 9pm: Main Session 5
9pm - 10:30pm: Worship & The Word
Day 3
8:30am - 9:30pm: Morning Devotional
9:30am - 10:00am: Main Session Doors
10:00am - 12:30pm: Main Session 4
12:30pm - 2pm: Lunch Break
2:00pm - 2:45pm: Breakout Session
3:00pm - 3:45pm: Breakout Session
3:45pm - 6:00pm: Dinner Break
6:00pm - 6:30pm: Main Session Doors
6:30pm - 9pm: Main Session 5
9pm - 10:30pm: Worship & The Word
8:30am - 9:30pm: Morning Devotional
9:30am - 10:00am: Main Session Doors
10:00am - 12:30pm: Main Session 6
12:30pm - 2pm: Lunch Break
2:00pm - 2:45pm: Breakout Session
3:00pm - 3:45pm: Breakout Session
3:45pm - 6:00pm: Dinner Break
6:00pm - 6:30pm: Main Session Doors
6:30pm - 9pm: Main Session 7
Day 4
8:30am - 9:30pm: Morning Devotional
9:30am - 10:00am: Main Session Doors
10:00am - 12:30pm: Main Session 6
12:30pm - 2pm: Lunch Break
2:00pm - 2:45pm: Breakout Session
3:00pm - 3:45pm: Breakout Session
3:45pm - 6:00pm: Dinner Break
6:00pm - 6:30pm: Main Session Doors
6:30pm - 9pm: Main Session 7
8:30am - 9:30pm: Morning Devotional
9:30am - 10:00am: Main Session Doors
10:00am - 12:30pm: Main Session 8
Day 5
8:30am - 9:30pm: Morning Devotional
9:30am - 10:00am: Main Session Doors
10:00am - 12:30pm: Main Session 8
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Special Guest
Nathan Finochio
Nathan is the Founder of TheosU and Theos Seminary, author of Hearing God and Killer Church, and teaching pastor at newly founded Holy Saints Church where he lives in Franklin, TN with his wife, Jasmine.
Special Guest
Lisa Harper
Rarely are the terms “hilarious storyteller” and “theological scholar” used in the same sentence, much less used to describe the same person but then again, Lisa Harper is anything but stereotypical! She’s been lauded as a compelling communicator, whose writing and speaking emphasize that accruing knowledge about God pales next to a real and intimate relationship with Jesus. Her style combines sound biblical exposition and exegesis with engaging anecdotes and comedic wit.
Pastor Max Lucado calls Lisa one of the “best Bible tour guides around,” and author/actress Priscilla Evans Shirer adds, “Her God-given ability to not merely teach the Word but package it in a way that stirs the heart and calls to action is incomparable. When she speaks, ears perk up!”
Lisa’s vocational resume is comprised of 30+ years of church and para-church ministry leadership, including 6 years as the director of Focus on the Family’s national women’s ministry where she created the popular “Renewing the Heart” conferences, which were attended by almost 200,000 women, as well as a decade of touring with “Women of Faith,” where she spoke to over a million women about the unconditional love of God. Her academic resume includes a Masters of Theological Studies from Covenant Seminary, and she recently completed her doctoral studies at Denver Seminary and is now working on her thesis.
She’s been featured on numerous television and radio programs and is a regular on TBN’s globally syndicated Better Together show. As well as host of “Lisa Harper’s Back Porch Theology” podcast on AccessMore. She’s spoken at hundreds of national and international women’s events, as well as in churches around the world. She’s also invested locally and has been leading the same weekly neighborhood Bible study for 15 years. And if you can’t find her teaching, studying, hiking, or practicing wave riding skills, she’s probably in a coffee shop sipping a mocha and typing away on her computer because she’s also had 16 books published - including the recent best-selling devotional, Jesus, and has written and filmed 8 well-received Bible study video curriculums, including Job: A Story of Unlikely Joy and How Much More: Discovering God’s Extravagant Love in Unexpected Places.
However, when asked about her credentials, the most noticeable thing about Lisa Harper is her authenticity. During a recent interview she said, “I’m so grateful for the opportunities God’s given me but don’t forget, He often uses donkeys and rocks!” She went on to describe her greatest accomplishment to date as getting to become Missy’s mom through the miracle of adoption. Because in 2014, after a difficult journey and several adoption losses, she finally got to bring her daughter home from Haiti and she’s been smiling even wider ever since!
Special Guest
Bill Johnson
Bill Johnson is the Senior Leader of Bethel Church in Redding, California.
Bill is a fifth-generation pastor with a rich heritage in the Holy Spirit. The present move of God has brought Bill into a deeper understanding of the phrase “on earth as it is in heaven.” Bill and the Bethel Church family have taken on this theme for life and ministry, where healing and miracles are normal. Bill teaches that we owe the world an encounter with God and a gospel without power is not the gospel Jesus preached. Bill is co-founder of Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry (BSSM).
Special Guest
Lyle Phillips
For over 20 years, Pastor Lyle Phillips has dedicated his life to full-time ministry with a passionate focus on the presence of God. Alongside his wife, Allyson, he has been instrumental in rescuing over 400 children from slavery, feeding hundreds of orphans, and leading thousands to salvation, healing, and discipleship.
Lyle's journey in ministry began on the mission field with Iris Global, where he served under the mentorship of Heidi and Roland Baker. His time with Iris Global deepened his conviction for spreading the Gospel and ignited a vision to transform lives through God’s love.
As the founder of Legacy Church in Nashville, TN, Pastor Lyle is committed to pastoring a generation of world changers. Through his ministry, he continually inspires others to carry the hope of the Gospel, champion justice, and expand God’s kingdom across the globe.
Special Guest
Elle Limebear
Elle Limebear is a British worship leader, artist and storyteller, residing in Brighton with her husband Tom and their two children.
Elle has been writing music and leading worship since her teenage years. After spending over a decade touring across the USA and Europe, she remains deeply connected to her British roots. Passionate about enriching the musical faith landscape in her homeland, she is determined to make a unique and lasting impact on both the British and global music scenes.
Shaped by personal growth, marriage, and motherhood, Elle Limebear has emerged as a confident artist with a fearless pursuit of joy. Her music blends powerful, ethereal vocals with electric and alternative pop, guiding listeners through life's highs and lows.
Elle's mission is to create welcoming spaces filled with joy and freedom, where everyone feels safe to be themselves. As she continues to evolve, Elle remains dedicated to crafting music that resonates deeply and offers a transformative experience.
Special Guest
Suzy Yaraei
Suzy Yaraei is a renowned songwriter, teacher, worship leader, and co-founder of KS Movement, an organization dedicated to worship and missions alongside her husband, Kamran. Located in the serene Moravian Falls, NC, KS Movement also serves as a retreat center for worship teams and leaders from around the globe.
With over 30 years of experience in training, mentoring, and encouraging worshipers worldwide, Suzy has inspired countless individuals, including many beloved worship leaders and musicians as well as the body of Christ. Her songs have been recorded and sung in numerous congregations across the world and translated into more than 10 languages.
Together with her husband Kamran, Suzy is deeply involved in the global movement of Iranian Muslims converting to Christianity, which is currently one of the most significant Christian harvests in the world. They create powerful music and television series for three major Middle Eastern Christian satellite channels, which are instrumental in this timely revival.
Suzy and Kamran are also dedicated to supporting Iranian Christian families who have fled persecution after being caught by the regime, providing assistance and hope during a critical time of need.
Special Guest
Israel Houghton
Israel Houghton is a prolific worship leader, musician, songwriter, producer and recording artist. His music ministry has spanned 22 years. Houghton is the recipient of 5 Grammy-Awards, 13 Dove Awards, 2 Stellar Awards, a Soul Train Music Awards and many more. In 1995, Houghton formed New Breed Ministries that gave way to his debut releases in 1997 Whisper It Loud, and Way of the World. Since that time Houghton has released 11 solo and group CD’s and has consistently been a commercial success with Billboard chart toppers New Season, Power of One, and the current Jesus At The Center. He achieved Gold-selling albums with Alive in South Africa, and Live From Another Level.
Instructor
Antonio Marin
Antonio Marin has been part of Bethel for 8 years, serving as a Bethel Music College Director, musician, and pastor alongside his wife, Alison. With extensive experience and multiple master's degrees under his belt, Antonio’s accolades include Grammy and Dove nominations and awards. Antonio's passion lies in inspiring others through music, teachings, and mentorship.
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Nick Stailey
Originally from Denver, Colorado, Nick Stailey now resides in Redding, where he has been part of Bethel for 13 years. His musical journey began with classical training and transitioned to worship music and keys software during his time at BSSM from 2010 to 2013. Nick's keyboard skills are featured on albums such as "Come Up Here," "Simple," "Homecoming," and "Revival's In The Air." Nick is passionate about all things production and composition and he loves any opportunity to teach people how to use Ableton Live and use keys software for playing keys in worship.
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David Whitworth
David Whitworth is a drummer and producer with Bethel Music. He has played for various artists outside of the Bethel Music Collective, including Cory Asbury, Bryan & Katie Torwalt, and Brooke Ligertwood. David is now a resident of Nashville, TN with his wife Aly and their sons Duke & Colt.
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Joe Volk
Joe Volk, originally from Charlotte, NC, now resides in Nashville, TN, where he's thrived as a professional musician and entrepreneur for 15 years. Over a decade in the field has seen him launch several music-related ventures, blending his passion for music with a mind for business. Alongside his career, he cherishes family life with his wife, Jessa, and their children, Beckham and Lennon.
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Jonathan Lee
Musician and MD, Jonathan Lee, cares deeply about helping and equipping musicians in the church. Jonathan’s musical journey began early with classical piano and violin lessons in first grade, which led to a lifelong commitment to music, and most recently playing electric guitar with Bethel. He has been touring with Bethel Music since 2017, and has contributed on several albums including “Victory“, “Revivals in the air”, “ Homecoming”, “Come Up Here”. Off stage, you’ll find Jonathan with his wife, Cooper, playing golf, or watching University of Georgia football. Go Dawgs!
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Adam Kiser
Adam Kiser lives in Franklin, Tennessee with his wife Charley and son Shepherd. He graduated from the Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry in 2014 and served at Bethel Church as a bass player and MD. He is passionate about music, his family, and the local church. He has been touring with Bethel Music since 2015, and has contributed on several albums including “Victory“, “Revivals in the air”, “ Homecoming”.
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Mat Ogden
Mat Ogden is a multi-instrumentalist, writer, producer, and artist. Currently residing in Phoenix, AZ, Mat and his wife Haley have two daughters, Delaney and Juliette. Since 2013, Mat has been an integral part of Bethel, his journey eventually taking him on the road with Bethel Music as bassist and MD as well as playing on and co-producing several albums such as the Dove Award-nominated album, “Homecoming”. Mat is deeply passionate about becoming more Christlike and encouraging others to deepen their faith in Him.
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David Hislop
David has been a part of the Bethel Music Band since 2015 and has been playing music in the church and professionally for over 15 years. He is a musician, audio engineer, producer, and content creator with extensive knowledge and skill in music and audio production. David’s website davidhislop.co features downloadable resources for guitar players, including his presets for Bethel Music songs.
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David Puleo
David Puleo lives in Redding CA with his wife Jessi and 4 children Ethan, Noah, Abbi, and Liam. He originally lived in Charlotte NC, and moved to Redding in 2017 to get his kids involved in Bethel Young Saints. He serves as a guitar player for Bethel Church as well as a team Pastor for the local worship community. He has been playing guitar, and working on guitars for over 20 years. He started his business “Puleo Guitars” in 2016. It began with him working on and maintaining guitars for clients, and expanded into building guitars as well. Other experience includes building pedalboards and systems for GoodWood Audio as well as touring with Bethel Music as both a guitar tech and guitar player.
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Peter Mattis
Peter Mattis is a dedicated Worship Community Pastor at Bethel Church, located in the vibrant city of Redding, California. With a passion for music and a heart for spiritual growth, Peter has found his calling in leading and pastoring the worship community of the church.
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Hayley Braun
Hayley Braun is an Overseer of the 3rd Year Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry Program in Redding, California. Born and raised in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, Hayley moved to Redding to attend BSSM in 2008, where she met her husband, Ryan. Growing up in the church, Hayley started serving in many different spheres of the church at a young age and finding her passion – serving the Bride of Christ. She has a deep desire to see the people of God walk in true freedom, living a life liberated by the gospel and in connection with one another. Hayley and her family burn for revival and long to see the nations encounter God in a real and transformational way. Prior to being asked to pioneer the Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry Online, Hayley spent 10 years leading in Bethel’s Second Year School of Supernatural Ministry. Hayley and Ryan have three children – Aiden, Liberty, and Ash and love to spend quality time at home or traveling together as a family and with their community.
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Matt Lopez
Matt Lopez is honored to lead the Publishing team at Bethel Music. He and his family recently relocated to Nashville, TN after spending the last sixteen years in Redding, CA, where he volunteered on the Bethel Church worship team. Matt is incredibly passionate about community, family, and disc golf. Matt’s goal is to make music publishing simple and enjoyable for all.
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Luke Hendrickson
A gifted audio engineer, Luke Hendrickson has called Bethel home for the past 13 years. Luke's journey began as a piano and keyboard player before transitioning into music production. He now works almost exclusively mixing audio and has been instrumental in developing methods to mix live broadcast audio. Luke's passion lies in helping make Jesus' name known around the earth through working on songs that bring Him glory. Beyond the board, Luke finds fulfillment in his faith, and his wife, Sarah, as well as making music, working out, and spending time with family and friends.
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Saara Heatherly
Saara Heatherly was born in Finland and has been teaching worship dance for more than 20 years on five continents. She was a student in the School of Worship in Jerusalem, Israel and studied dance in Sydney, Australia. She has an Advanced Diploma of Creative Arts in Christian Ministry, specializing in Contemporary Dance. Saara is a commissioned and licensed Dance Pastor by Bethel Church of Redding, CA and she has been pastoring the dancers in the Bethel Healing Rooms and Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry for over 10 years. Saara travels extensively and her passion is to equip the global Bride of Christ to worship Jesus with everything She is, without fear or shame, and to release the Kingdom of Heaven through dance and creativity. Saara is the author of Encountering God Through Dance, Dance Pastor and Dance Abundance. She also has a Podcast named Undefeated.
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Blake Citro
Blake Citro lives in Redding, California with his wife Olivia and sons Hartford and Graham. He currently serves as the Head of Events at Bethel Music, and Director of Production. He also is an overseer and contributor is Bethel Music A&R and Bethel Church Local Worship Community. He is passionate about building the local church and seeing teams thrive.
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Gabe Valenzula
Gabe Valenzuela is the Senior Overseer of Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry (BSSM) Second Year. He’s previously served as a Youth Pastor at Bethel Church, Redding and as a Revival Group Pastor. Through his father’s heart, pastoral gifting, and leadership experience, Gabe brings great strength and vision to the BSSM environment. Along with his staff team, Gabe mentors, leads, and develops students to be able to transform their God-given spheres of influence, teaching them how to successfully steward their lives and manage higher levels of responsibilities as servant leaders. While Gabe loves leading the Second Year program, he considers his family to be the most valuable aspect of his life. He lives in Redding, California, with his wife, Leah, and their four beautiful children.
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Jamila Page
Jamila is a first-generation American, born to proud Panamanian (Central American) parents. She and her husband, Richard, have been married for 20 years and have four beautiful children: Andrew (and Lindsay, his wife), Jazmyn, Joy, and Rachel. Jamila was called into prophetic ministry shortly after dedicating her life to the Lord in 2001. For over 20 years, Jamila has since enjoyed the privilege of leading youth, women’s, discipleship, and worship ministries as a resident and itinerant prophetic voice. She is a whole-hearted worshiper, speaker, and teacher. In addition to ministry leadership, Jamila has a professional background in Human Resources Management, Professional Development, and Organizational Leadership.
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Luke Manwaring
Luke Manwaring, currently based in Redding, CA, serves as a Video Director at Bethel. His journey into video directing started at the early age of 19, and he notably contributed to the success of projects like "Come Up Here." For the past 16 years, Luke's passion has been deeply rooted in capturing music through the lens of a camera. This passion has grown exponentially over time, fueling his dedication to what he does. In his personal life, Luke finds joy and support in his relationships with his wife Larissa, and their daughter Jane.
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Jonah Thompson
Born and raised in Northern California, Jonah Thompson has been mixing audio for Bethel for the past 12 years. As front of house engineer, he’s worked with artists like Brandon Lake, Phil Wickham, Amanda Cook, Bethel Music, and more. His forte lies in the versatility to mix diverse events across various environments, spanning stadiums, arenas, theaters, and churches. Outside of the booth, Jonah enjoys outdoor activities like dirt biking, boating, and exploring new places.
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Christian Ostrom
In his role as creative director, Christian Ostrum is inspired to make things that matter. Christian started his career in creative making bootleg punk t-shirts when he was 13 and is now proud to lead and be part of a team of creatives who are passionate about serving the church and stewarding their gifts. Christian and his wife Taylor currently live in Franklin, TN, with their children, Carpenter and Paloma.
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Rich Gordon
Richard Gordon was raised in South Africa where he married his beautiful wife, Libby, and completed his BSc in Computer Engineering and MA in Electronic Engineering. He has had the privilege of working alongside some of the world’s best tech companies. Richard and his wife pastor at Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry (BSSM). Richard is also the Revival Group pastor over Bethel School of Technology. His dream is to raise up world-changers and influencers like Daniel who will shape and shift culture, encountering and ushering in the presence of God wherever they go. He comes alive, igniting the potential in people around him and seeing the Glory of God move across the earth!
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Libby Gordon
Libby is devoted to a life of intimacy with God. After a radical encounter with God as a teenager, she entered ministry at nineteen years old. Libby and her husband, Richard, along with their children, Moses and Ella, have chosen a model of ministry that they recognized in Jesus – vulnerability and moving in power are inseparable. This lifestyle has sparked and sustains the miraculous in their lives and those they lead. Raised in South Africa, working in church, academia, and business realms, they moved to Redding, CA. Libby and Richard were honored to both receive the M. Earl Johnson award during their time at BSSM. Libby’s heart is to raise up a generation who make known the reality of God in every life and land.
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Dann Farrelly
Dann Farrelly has been on staff at Bethel Church, Redding since 1991. Dann is the Lead Pastor of Bethel Church, Redding and the Dean of Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry (BSSM). He is a graduate of Simpson College and holds a MA in Divinity from Fuller Theological Seminary. Dann is uniquely gifted to bring rich insights from the Word of God with wit, humor, and great anointing. Often, you can find his desk covered in books. Dann is married to Christie, and they have three children.
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Brian Johnson
Brian Johnson is a co-founder of Bethel Music and Bethel Music Worship School, headquartered in Redding, California. He is also a musician, songwriter, singer, speaker, and author. Brian has been an executive producer and songwriter for over 16 albums by Bethel Music and has written and been a part of songs such as “Holy Forever”, “Hymn of Heaven”, “No Longer Slaves”, “Ever Be”, and “God I Look to You” - anthem songs that have been sung by the global church. Brian authored his first book, When God Becomes Real, in 2019 about his journey out of a 6-month nervous breakdown. Brian and his wife Jenn reside in Redding, California, with their five wonderful children, Haley, Téa, Braden, Ryder Moses, and Malachi Judah.
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Jenn Johnson
Jenn Johnson is a co-founder and President of Bethel Music and Bethel Music Worship School, headquartered in Redding, California. She’s also a musician, songwriter, singer, speaker and author. Jenn has been an integral part of 17 albums by Bethel Music that have influenced the culture of worship across the global church. Jenn has written and been a part of several anthems sung by the global church such as “Goodness of God”, “You’re Gonna Be OK”, and “God I Look to You”. She’s the founder of “Lovely by Jenn Johnson,” a lifestyle brand intended to inspire, equip and engage women of all ages to thrive, and has written her first book, All Things Lovely, which was released in November 2021. Jenn and Brian reside in Redding, California, with their five wonderful children, Haley, Téa, Braden, Ryder Moses, and Malachi Judah.
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Kristene DiMarco
Kristene DiMarco is a worship leader and songwriter at Bethel Church and with Bethel Music. Kristene’s newest album, The Field (2022) was born out of a vulnerable season she had with the Lord in the summer of 2020. The Field invites listeners to dig deep and sit with God in the uncomfortable and in the mystery; it speaks to our most basic need: simply being with our Creator and learning who He is. She is known for her song “It Is Well” featured on Bethel Music’s You Make Me Brave (2014), as well as on Christian radio stations around the U.S. Kristene is featured on several Bethel Music albums in addition to her other solo albums Where His Light Was (2017), Mighty (2015), Safe Place (2012) and Those Who Dream (2008). Kristene enjoys life in Redding, California with her husband Jordan and their two children Lorelai and Nico.
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John Wilds
John Wilds is a worship leader, songwriter, and recording artist with a heart to see the world encounter the love and presence of Jesus. John joined the Bethel Music Collective in 2021 and made his collective album debut with “Forever Be Praised” on the album Simple (2022). Most recently he appeared on Come Up Here (2023) with Bethany Wohrle leading “Our King Jesus (Holy).” He and his wife, Natalie, currently reside in Daytona Beach, FL with their three children.
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Emmy Rose
Emmy Rose is a worship leader and songwriter with Bethel Music who can be found singing at Bethel Church services and touring with the collective. Emmy is best known for her features on Bethel Music’s Simple (2022) album leading “Tend”, Homecoming (2021) album “Standing In Miracles” and VICTORY (2019) album “Promises.” At the core of Emmy is her desire to yield to the voice of God, believing that He always writes a better story. She lives in Redding, California with her husband Daniel, where she continues to lead worship and write music with the Bethel Music community.
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Josh Baldwin
Josh Baldwin is a songwriter and worship leader who joined the Bethel Music Collective in 2014. Josh is known for his songs “Praises”, featured on Bethel Music’s Have it All, “You Deserve It All”, from his solo project Rivers, and “Stand in Your Love”, a song featured on Bethel Music’s album VICTORY (2019) which reached #2 on the Christian Billboard charts. His latest album, Where the Glory Is (2022), is a reflection of his journey with the Lord and a return to the roots of pure worship. This album’s lead single, “There Is Freedom”, reached No. 21 on the Billboard Hot Christian Adult Contemporary chart and No. 30 on the Hot Christian Songs chart. He has appeared on numerous Bethel Music albums including VICTORY (2019), Peace (2020), Homecoming (2021), and most recently on Come Up Here (2023) with his song “Time and Time Again”.
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Edward Rivera
Born and raised in Los Angeles, CA, Edward Rivera is the newest member of the Bethel Music Collective. He first began performing in school at 16 and started to lead worship at 17 after being called to speak to the marginalized, the prodigals, and the unreached. After graduating high school, Rivera joined a traveling worship choir through LABI and was eventually invited to sing background vocals for artists on tour. This kicked off a six-year long career before leading as an artist himself. Following an extensive season of touring with worship artists such as Christine D'Clario, Barak, and Maverick City Música. Rivera found his home with Bethel Music in 2021. His debut single, “Nothing Else,” is a reminder to not lose focus on what really matters in this world, the message and salvation of Jesus. Rivera’s hope is to guide others, especially those within the entertainment industry, back to the church by spreading the good news through music.
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David Funk
Hailing from North Georgia, David Funk became a member of the Bethel Music Collective in 2020. He grew up watching his father play piano on worship teams at their local church and started playing guitar himself at a young age. He began leading worship in high school. David thrives in an environment where everyone is passionately worshiping Jesus. His dream is to lead people into the presence of God, where every person present is solely focused on Him.
Instructor
Zahriya Zachary
Born and raised in Spring, Texas, Zahriya Zachary didn’t come from a musical family, but her love of music began at the early age of six while learning to play the piano. She began leading worship when she was a freshman in college after the Lord clearly spoke to her and told her that it was time. Throughout her time in college, she began volunteering on her church’s worship team while the Lord was teaching her more about what it means to have a worshiper’s heart. Zahriya believes that worship is the place where we belong and her heart is that people will be led to Jesus through her.
Instructor
Hannah McClure
Hannah McClure is a worship leader and songwriter, with her husband Paul, at Bethel Church and with Bethel Music. The McClure’s released their first studio album The Way Home in 2019 relaying their personal journeys with joy and vibrancy. Hannah can be found on several Bethel Music albums, and is most known for the song “Jesus We Love You”. Hannah and Paul live with their three children, Ezra, Mae, and Teddy in Redding, California where they enjoy living life with their community, and life has never been sweeter.
Instructor
Paul McClure
Paul McClure is a worship leader and songwriter, with his wife Hannah, at Bethel Church and with Bethel Music. The McClure’s released their first studio album The Way Home in 2019 relaying their personal journeys with joy and vibrancy. Paul can be found on several Bethel Music albums, and is most known for the song “Jesus We Love You”. Paul and Hannah live with their two children, Ezra and Mae in Redding, California where they enjoy living life with their community, and life has never been sweeter.
Instructor
Bethany Wohrle
Bethany Wohrle joined Bethel Music Collective in 2018 when she made her debut with 2018’s “Living Hope,” a single written by Phil Wickham and Brian Johnson. She’s also featured on Bethel Music’s Peace, Vol. II (2021) album, singing “Another in the Fire”, Homecoming (2021) singing “All Hail King Jesus”, Revival’s In The Air (2020) singing “Prepare the Way” with Dante Bowe, Victory (2019) singing “Victory is Yours”, and Bethel Music En Español (2019) singing “Mi Esperanza Está en Jesús”. Most recently, she appears on Come Up Here (2023) joining John Wilds on “Our King Jesus (Holy)”. Bethany currently leads worship at Renew Life Church in Lubbock, Texas, where she lives with her husband, Christopher. The couple is passionate about seeing local worship teams thrive and seeing people encounter God in a way that changes their entire way of living.
Instructor
Ben Armstrong
Ben is the Prophetic Ministries Director at Bethel Church, Redding where he and his wife, Heather Armstrong, serve on the Senior Leadership Team. Through teaching and preaching, Ben equips people with the skills and tools they need to bring the kingdom of heaven to earth. He has a passion to see individuals fully equipped in living a prophetic lifestyle, as well as walking in the revelatory gifts. Ben has a passion for such things such as the pursuit of God’s presence, seeing worship reach new heavenly realms, dreams and interpretation, healing, and living a prophetic lifestyle. They have three amazing children; Conner, Kira, and Madison. Ben, Heather, and their children are passionate about living the kingdom and bringing the supernatural in their family life and equipping others to do the same.