Songs To Open A Service
Songs chosen to open a service and gather the congregation, with an energetic, welcoming sound that warms the room as people arrive. Worship leaders will find chord charts and lead sheets here, plus upbeat worship openers and worship openers for more ideas.
Last Updated: September 15, 2021
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Worship Launch Conference 2025Songs from the Worship Launch Conference, aimed at equipping and encouraging worship leaders and their teams. The set leans on modern congregational anthems with clear structures that bands can learn quickly. Use the chord charts and tracks for rehearsals, then try worship songs straight out of the studio.
Try MatchMySound Technology For FREEMatchMySound technology brings a unique note-by-note feedback tool to PraiseCharts, helping singers and instrumentalists practice their parts with real-time guidance. Try it for free on worship songs here, learn your part before rehearsal, and also see songs to rehearse with MatchMySound.
Worship Songs for Valentine's Day (February 14)Worship songs for Valentine's Day, even though it is not a church holiday. These songs celebrate the love of God and the love we share, fitting for couples, youth gatherings and services about love. More on this theme at worship songs about compassion.
Bring Home The Music from Bethel Music Worship Nights in CanadaSongs from the Bethel Music Worship Nights stop in Canada, with spontaneous, prayerful and Spirit-led worship suited to church gatherings across the country. Worship teams will find chord charts and multitracks for longer sets and prayer evenings. See the wider Bethel Music Worship Nights songs too.
Songs For Thanksgiving from Worship Together 2024Thanksgiving worship songs from Worship Together artists, chosen to express gratitude for God's goodness and provision. Worship teams can plan harvest and Thanksgiving services with chord charts and lead sheets. See also worship songs for Thanksgiving and modern Thanksgiving worship songs.
Singalong Tour 2021 with Pat Barrett, Phil Wickham, and Brandon LakeA shared set list from three worship leaders on one stage: Pat Barrett, Phil Wickham and Brandon Lake. Expect warm congregational songs, soaring pop-rock choruses and raw, energetic moments, ideal for building a full Sunday flow. See also Phil Wickham worship nights charts and Brandon Lake tour songs.
Secular Christmas Carol ClassicsSecular Christmas carol classics for church concerts, community events and holiday gatherings. Find vocal sheets, chord charts and arrangements for the winter songs everyone knows. Every song includes a preview, key options and arrangement choices, so you can fit it to your congregation and your band. For the sacred repertoire, see religious hymns and carols.











