Enduring Fire: Conversations for Spirit-Led Creatives and Worship Teams

by Laura Payne, Kevin Howard, Mark Condon

Enduring Fire brings together a remarkable collection of 21 writers in a groundbreaking contribution to the conversation surrounding Pentecostal and Spirit-led worship environments.

This book begins with a practical challenge to the reader to examine his or her preparation process before stepping onto the platform. Are we consumed with insecurity? Do we constantly compare our gift to others? How do we bring a healthy version of ourselves to church ministry? Part two examines rehearsal culture and explores ways that the worship team can come together to meet a vital need for community in the 21st century. The conversation continues with an honest look into the often-unexplored concept of how we engage the voice of God while leading the room effectively. The final part of the book is a challenge to endure through disappointment and ministry challenges.

Heart of Worship Ministries has been serving for over twenty years, providing valued experiences and resources for worshipers, pastors, musicians and church leaders. This book is full of vulnerable and personal stories, scriptural application and practical ideas that are born out of years of trusted ministry. It's a book you will want to personally read, and then read again with your ministry team.

Writers include Kevin Howard, Choral Director and gospel influencer at Urshan College; Elenee Young, songwriter and Canadian Selah Music award nominee for Female Artist of the Year; Mark Condon, Pastor and church planter who established his early ministry as a songwriter and artist serving churches across many denominations; Laura Payne, the Heart of Worship Ministries founder, and professor of Music at Urshan College; Gene Holley and Dr. Tom Trimble are both lead pastors who are creatives themselves. The other 15 contributors brings years of investment in the ministry as artists, songwriters, worship leaders, leaders and pastoral-team members.

264 pages, Paperback

Published February 24, 2026

About the author

Laura Payne is a former Teacher of the Deaf and sign language expert with a master’s in Education of the Deaf. Since leaving the classroom, she now teaches parents and educators how to effectively use sign language with 0-3 year old children through daily routines and play, fostering early communication, confidence, and language development. She is dedicated to promoting early communication in children using sign language through her training services, selfstudy courses, and social media. Laura lives in Texas with her husband and two young children.