Happy Valentines Day – Video Podcast

Hello Everyone -

Today is Valentine’s Day – a day we traditionally celebrate “love”. As my gift to our loyal subscribers, I’d like to “video podcast” a free video of my performance of “Extravagant Love” – a piano composition that I wrote and performed on the “Worship Under The Stars” DVD.

This piece was written as my own expression of God’s “extravagant love” to us. I hope that it blesses you.

I am encouraging people to subscribe to this podcast and watch the video through ITunes. As a result, there is no “play” button on this podcast – you’ll need to retrieve the podcast via ITunes or other Podcast Players. Or, use our feed url (see step #3) and you can retrieve it from there. To do so:

1: If you don’t already have it, download and install Apple’s free ITunes program for Mac or Windows.
2: After launching ITunes, go to the “Advanced” menu, and choose “Subscribe to Podcast”.
3: Enter the following URL:
http://feeds.feedburner.com/highestpraise

You should now be subscribed. By clicking “play” on the podcast, the video will play in the small video box on the left corner of ITunes. By clicking on the video – it will popup a new, larger video window.

Please let me know if you enjoy the piece – and of course, I’d be blessed if you’d purchase the CD or DVD of “Worship Under the Stars”.

For the Kingdom,
Fred

Worship Under The Stars DVD Preview

Hey Everyone -

The Worship Under The Stars CD and DVD are now shipping. Attached is a special “video podcast” version of a QuickTime movie I created with some highlights off the DVD.

Watch the Video
Order CD or DVD online

For the Kingdom,
Fred

[11] Kudzu, Melissa Jones, News

Welcome to Episode #11 of the Highest Praise Worship Podcast.

Support and Contact Information

The Highest Praise Worship Podcast is produced by Highest Praise Productions, Inc. in association with Worship International, Inc., a non-profit corporation whose mission is “to advance true worship throughout the world …”.

Please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Worship International, Inc. to help us cover the costs and time of licensing, producing, and hosting this podcast.

Contact: please leave your testimonies and comments below by clicking the “Comments” link.

The Show

In this episode, we introduce a new “intro” and “closer” segment expressing the mission and details of our podcast and how you can support it. One of the expenses that we are facing is licensing costs so that we can legally podcast worship music from major labels and publishers in addition to the “indie” music we share and produce. Your tax-deductible donation of any amount will go a long way in helping with our expenses.

Kudzu Music (visit their web site for more info, lyrics, booking, and purchase of CD)

“Turn Up Your Lamp” by Michael and Suzanne Cowan

Lyrics:
Turn up your lamp and let Him call to you.
Turn up your lamp and let Him come down to you.
Cause it’s a long way down here.
It’s a long way down.

He is high and lifted up.
High and lifted up.

Undivided Heart
Words and Music by Melissa Jones
© Christian Renewal Publishing
(admin. by Highest Praise Productions, Inc.)

[10] New Promo for Highest Praise Worship Podcast

Hello everyone!

Check out the new “promo” for the Highest Praise Worship Podcast. I hope to get this 60-second spot out to some radio stations and other avenues of promotion to have others join us for worship. Pray for God’s blessings on this “spot” that those who have other christian-podcasts or TV/Radio shows will consider airing this promo spot.

Let me know what you think!

More to come soon … I promise!
For the Kingdom,
Fred F. McKinnon

[9] Merry Christmas from Highest Praise

Hey Ya’ll -

Phew – it’s been way to long since I did a podcast – Nov. 7 to be exact. I hope to get back on track quickly. Today’s podcast is our “Christmas Podcast” and rather than leading worship, I’ve put together a few songs I thought you’d enjoy.

Be sure to leave your comments as to who you are and where you are listening from – we love hearing from you.

The Show:

“Fix My Eyes” – Radio Cut from the soon-to-be-released “Worship Under The Stars” record. This is the shortened version – the full length version will be available on the CD and the DVD of the “Worship Under the Stars” concert recorded back in September, 2005. For lyrics, leadsheets, chord charts, etc., go to our Music & Media Songlist.

“Go Tell It On The Mountain” – featuring David Baroni on his new “Christmas” Fingerpaintings CD, available at www.instrumentalworship.com

“Thank You” – featuring worship leader/songwriter Klaus Kluen of Dallas, TX
www.klausmusic.com

God bless you, and Merry Christmas!
FRED

[8] World Wide Worship, Volume 2

World Wide Worship, Volume 2
Episode #8 of the Highest Praise Worship Podcast

Greetings, everyone! Welcome to the 8th Episode of the Highest Praise Worship Podcast, produced here in the “Highest Praise Productions” studio on Monday, Nov 7 2005.

“This morning, I woke up at 5:00 AM and really felt a burden to worship and to get into God’s Presence … and I want to take YOU with me! …” This podcast is another edition of the “World Wide Worship” series – a “live” worship and ministry session. Once again, the time of worship and ministry is led by Fred McKinnon.

Feel free to listen to this podcast from this website, or subscribe through any of the many subscription methods mentioned. I hope that you’ll save this 25 minute worship session and find some time to get alone with God. If you are blessed by this time of worship, devotion, and ministry, please leave comments here. We’d also be grateful if you’d consider making a tax-deductible offering/donation as well.

Lyrics for “There Is None” by Fred F. McKinnon

©1998, HPP Publishing Company/BMI
(a division of Highest Praise Productions, Inc.)

Verse:
Who is like our God? Who is like our God?
Righteous and holy. Pure, spoteless Lamb.
Who is like our God? Who is like our God?
Faithful and loving with mercies new every day.

Chorus:
There is none! There is none!
There is none like You
over the heavens and over the earth.
There is none! There is none!
There is none like You
and I will ever sing to You my praise.

Be blessed!

For the Kingdom,
Fred F. McKinnon

Free – John Mandeville [Video Only]

Hey Ya’ll -

This is yet another “test” for us in the podcasting realm. Other than these written notes, the only media being sent is an awesome video clip of worship leader/songwriter John Mandeville performing his song, “Free”. So, this would be our first “test” on “video podcasting” (aka vidcasting, video casting). And speaking of free – for the first person who watches the video and leaves a comment on this podcast blog, you will get a FREE copy of the new worship CD by John Mandeville entitled “We Belong To Heaven”.

You can learn more about John Mandeville and purchase his new worship CD and resources at www.lifestyleofworship.com

You don’t have to get a new video IPod – you should be able to watch the video in ITunes. Or, stream it right here. Just click the screenshot below to play the video:

For the Kingdom,
Fred

PS: wow – the response to last weeks’ “World Wide Worship, Volume 1″ post was amazing. I will definitely be leading more worship “live” via the podcast – stay tuned!

World Wide Worship – Volume 1

Hey Ya’ll -

Today’s podcast is a “new thing”. Rather than send out a podcast featuring new music, new artists, etc., I decided to just “minister”.

I feel like we get so busy that we seldom take the time to stop, listen, pray, and worship. That’s what this podcast is all about. I’ve led a 22 minute worship session for you.

It’s kinda like this – if I ministered at your church and then said “OK, does anyone want for me to go home and be there for you in the morning so I can sit down, play, pray, and lead you into a time of worship …”? If you would say “Sure” … this is for you.

Disclaimer: I am not, nor have I ever been a great vocalist. For years, songs and worship stayed “bottled up” inside of me because of my great insecurity about my “lack” of ability to sing. Over the years, God has stripped away that insecurity to the point where I don’t really care anymore – it’s all about Him, and if you can bear with my singing, I hope you’ll find a place in His Presence.

Also, as I’ve listened to the podcast, I realize that I should have gotten into the “ministry” a lot quicker instead of just “talking”.

IMPORTANT:

This is a trial run … I would like to continue sending “new songs”, “new artists”, etc., through the Highest Praise Worship Podcast, but I also have a strong passion right now about leading others into that place of “worship in spirit and truth”. As a result, I’ve created this episode – a way that I can lead you, the listener, into a time of personal worship.

So, don’t just sit and listen to this … yield to it. If “now” isn’t the time to really worship with this podcast, save it for later – get alone, or join with your friends, spouse, or others … turn down the lights (if you like) … close your eyes, and allow me to minister to you, and allow yourself to minister TO GOD and to receive ministry FROM GOD.

If this blesses you, please let me know by leaving a COMMENT below. If the response is positive, I’ll likely create a totally separate podcast on a new page, new feed, etc., and do this often. It was very fulfilling today in creating this time of ministry. I look forward to your response.

World Wide Worship – Volume 1

Contents:
1) Intro, Vision – 6:10
2) Ministry, Worship, and Prayer

“Draw Near” Lyrics:

You have given me the Spirit of the Truth
And now my heart cries out to You, “Abba Father”.
You have given me the Spirit of the Truth
And now my heart cries out to You.

Draw near. I hear Your voice calling me.
Draw near. I hear Your voice calling me.

I will behold You. Rest my head upon Your shoulders.
I will forever sing of Your mercies. (repeat)

For the Kingdom,
Fred F. McKinnon

October 5 Newsletter: David Crowder Band, Podcasts, Worship Under The Stars

Hey Ya’ll,

Well, this is obviously a ‘different’ type of “podcast”. I decided that the monthly “Highest Praise” newsletter would be posted on the podcast blog … and I’d also make an “audio podcast newsletter” to go along with it. So … here it goes.

First – notice … you can “read” the newsletter here, but I have some audio commentary associated with it in the “podcast”. So, feel free to ‘read’ the newsletter … but if you’d like to hear the other stuff, subscribe and download it! (or just do it the old fashioned way, and hit the “play” button!)

The Show

Contents:
1) NEW: David Crowder Band CD – “A Collision”
2) Podcast News
3) Worship Under the Stars Report

David Crowder Band – “A Collision”

The David Crowder Band is not affiliated with Highest Praise Productions, but they are too incredible not to mention in our newsletter when their much anticipated, new CD has been released. I’d play some of their music on the podcast if I could, but copyright restrictions don’t allow for that … but trust me … I’m working on it!

They have just launched their much anticipated CD, “A Collision”. You can buy it just about everywhere – Target, Amazon, Wal-mart, etc … but the coolest play to but it is on ITunes Music Store! Why? Because exclusively at ITunes, you can download the entire record for only $9.99, and as a bonus, you get all the artwork and booklet in .pdf format, and even better – you get a cool bonus VIDEO that you can watch in ITunes. Interested – just use this handy lil’ button below, and it will launch your ITunes application and take you straight into the ITunes Music Store to the CD! (how easy is that?!)





^^^ click that “Itunes” image to order ^^^

Don’t have Itunes yet? First, repent. (just kidding). Seriously, ITunes is free, and it totally rocks. It allows you to do so much – listen to music, rip CD’s, buy from the ITunes Music Store, listen to podcats (like the Highest Praise Worship Podcast!), burn your own custom Cd’s, etc. Best of all – IT IS LEGAL! You can use the button below to go to the Itunes download page:






I’m listening to it now, and it’s so fresh … so, if you’ve got $10 to invest in a great musical/worship encounter, checkout “A Collision” by the David Crowder Band. If $10 is too steep for ya, you can preview all 21 tracks on ITunes (no, that’s not a typo – there are 21 tracks on this record!) and buy only the ones you want for $.99.

Podcast News

Ok, so if you haven’t figured it out, we’ve gone crazy with this “podcasting” thing. If you are reading this as part of our regular “newsletter” you may still be wondering what it’s all about. Basically, we can produce audio segments called “podcasts” and you can subscribe to them and they will be automatically delivered to your computer. From there, you can listen on your computer … or … for those who are probably saying … “geez, I’m too busy to sit around listening to this stuff on my computer” … then you can burn a CD of the podcast to listen to in your car, or … transfer if to your “IPod” or other portable MP3/Audio device (hence the name, “podcast”).

The “Highest Praise Worship Podcast” is currently being delivered about once per week and features new music from Highest Praise Productions, songwriters, and other artists, worship leaders, and instrumentalists (like those at InstrumentalWorship.Com) that I’ve found “online” or through other relationships who give us permission to promote their music. It’s an awesome resource for you to hear new music & commentary. Sometimes, I’ll actually sit down at the piano “live” and play, sing, and minister freely for the “podcast”. I also try to make the podcasts “fun” by inviting everyone listening to leave comments and participate in “contests”, etc.

So, checkout all of the great “subscribe” options you have at the top right of the podcast page. Of course, you can always just sign up for the email updates and get notified that way, and just listen to the “podcast” right here off the website. (but that’s not near as cool as having it automatically downloaded into your “Itunes” program!)

Worship Under The Stars Update

Nearly every day, we get more positive feedback regarding the recent “Worship Under The Stars” concert that we led. If you haven’t taken the time, please visit the “Worship Under the Stars” website and checkout the pictures and video clips. You can also pre-order the DVD and CD product at discounted “pre-order only” pricing on the website. I’ll be in Dallas, TX the 2nd week of November with Randy Adams at his studio at Christ For the Nations doing the final mix. We can’t wait.

The residual of the worship concert continues to be felt in other cities. As a result, planning has already begun for possible “Worship Under The Stars” events in Dublin, GA and Hilton Head, SC. If you’d like to have a “Worship Under The Stars” event in your town, contact us!

That’s about it for now … hope you have a great week. Oh yeah – one last thing … keep an eye on my personal “blog” at www.fredmckinnon.com over the next few days … (or sooner) … for a special surprise.

For the Kingdom,
Fred

Ken Mullis, Carlos Torres, Jason Wallis

Welcome to the latest edition of the “Highest Praise Worship Podcast”, sponsored by Highest Praise Productions, Inc. and Worship International.

Subscribing:
There are several ways to automatically receive the Highest Praise Worship Podcast – checkout all the “Subscribe Options” in the right column of this page.

One of the BEST ways to subscribe is by using Apple’s free ITunes software. If you don’t have ITunes, it’s a great, FREE program – click the black “Download ITunes” button in the right column ——-> ———->.

If you’re listening, please don’t forget to leave a COMMENT below (if no comments have been left yet, please be the first!) … let us know who you are, where you are from, and what you think of the music. We’re going to start a monthly drawing of all folks who leave us comments for FREE PRODUCT!

The Show

Segment #1: Praise the Name of Jesus by Ken Mullis
Ken is a great friend, and an awesome songwriter, musician, and worship leader. His personal website is at www.kenmullis.com where you can read his “Tree of Life” insights. I had the privilege of producing (2) live CD’s for Ken back in 2002. This is the opening song on one of those CD’s, entitled “I Will Run To You”. Checkout the leadsheets, lyrics, and other supporting documents in the Highest Praise Music & Media section.

Order Ken Mullis’ CD, “I Will Run To You”

Segment #2: “Flying” by Carlos Torres
Carlos Torres is an incredible percussionist and woodwind player. He lives in Hunstsville, AL and is part of “The Rock Family Worship Center”. As promised in our last podcast, more instrumental music from Carlos Torres (his website). Our last podcast opened with a sample of this song – now we’re pleased to give you the full version of it.

Order Carlos Torres’ “Listen CD” at InstrumentalWorship.Com

Segment #3: You Are Faithful by Jason Wallis

Jason Wallis (website) is a great worship leader, songwriter, and friend. He lives in Birmingham, AL and has released a number of great worship CD’s. “You Are Faithful” comes from his enhanced “Satisfaction” CD that was produced with the “Student Life” tour. This song was also featured on Worship Leader’s “SongDISCovery” program last year.

Buy Jason Wallis’ “Satisfaction” CD

Hope you enjoy the podcast! Please let us know by leaving a comment!

For the Kingdom,
Fred F. McKinnon
(checkout my personal blog site at www.fredmckinnon.com)

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