About Worship Probs
In 2016, Brian Tabor launched Worship Probs on Instagram out of a desire to bring laughter and encouragement to Worship and Production Leaders and their volunteer teams.
In 2018, The Worship Probs Podcast was born with a mission to entertain, encourage and equip those who serve the local church in worship and production. Through inspiring interviews with key industry leaders, hilarious “prayer concerns” guaranteed to make our worlds feel a little smaller, and answering questions sent in by people just like you, the podcast has grown into a thriving community and resource.
Worship Probs is impacting ministries around the world with more than 300 episodes and about 1.5 million downloads of the podcast, a significant Instagram following, and expanding opportunities to intentionally connect and equip ministry leaders through conferences, webinars, coaching, and more.
Brian Tabor
Brian Tabor has been in full-time worship ministry since 1993. He fills a unique calling serving on a church staff as a Worship Pastor while also traveling the country leading worship, doing worship concerts and speaking at conferences with his wife, Kim. He is a gifted vocalist and pianist who also enjoys mentoring other worship leaders. In 2001 they launched Tabor Ministries, a worship ministry that also includes the Finally Free Women's Ministry and Stripped Free.
In 2016, Brian launched Worship Probs on Instagram out of a desire to bring laughter and encouragement to Worship and Production Leaders and their volunteer teams. In 2018, The Worship Probs Podcast was born with a mission to entertain, encourage and equip those who serve the local church in worship and production. The podcast has grown into a thriving community and resource, impacting ministries around the world.
Scot Longyear
Scot Longyear is the Lead Pastor of Maryland Community Church, consistently named by Outreach Magazine as one of the fastest growing churches in the US. Prior to becoming the Lead Pastor, Scot served in various roles including Worship Pastor where he recorded four albums and toured regionally, in addition to leading the worship at a local church. Scot has a strong pastoral voice to worship leaders across the globe with his involvement as Pastor for the Experience Conference as well as host for The Worship Probs Podcast.
Scot has a unique perspective on what it means to be an effective worship pastor as well as an effective lead pastor. Because of this, he helps leaders and teams develop healthy relationships and walk through some of the challenges of ministry.
Jen Smale
Jen Smale is a dedicated minister, worship leader, mentor, and teacher with a passion for worship music and the Church. As a singer/songwriter, she uses her gifts to inspire and uplift others through authentic lyrics and deep spiritual truths. Known for her genuine and practical communication style, Jen effectively connects with her audience, making complex ideas accessible and relatable. Her commitment to raising future leaders and mentoring the younger generation is at the heart of her work, as she strives to equip and empower those around her to grow in their faith and leadership.
Jeremy Van Valkenburg
Jeremy Van Valkenburg is dedicated to using dynamic, gospel-centered, and Spirit-filled live experiences to guide individuals in finding and following Jesus. As an innovator striving for excellence, Jeremy fosters healthy relationships with family, friends, and colleagues. With Christ at the center of everything he does, he serves as a resource to both the Church and the world, playing a vital role in carrying out the Great Commission.
Brian Taylor
For over 15 years, Brian Taylor has served and equipped the local church as a worship pastor and a member of senior leadership teams. He is also passionate about resourcing churches and leaders called to multicultural and multiethnic ministry, helping them embrace and empower diverse teams.
Brian brings all of this to his role as Vice President of Slingshot’s Worship & Creative Arts division, leading a stellar team serving churches around the country in the areas of Worship, Production, and Digital/Communications.
Kim Tabor
Kim Tabor loves Jesus and it comes pouring out whenever she speaks or sings. She is a gifted worship leader, vocalist, author, conference speaker and host of The Stripped Free Podcast. She is also the founder of Stripped Free, an outreach to women working in the adult entertainment industry.
Daniel Gourley
Daniel Gourley is the CEO of 5 Words Media as well as the COO of Worship Leader Probs, LLC. He has worked in several markets including house of worship, educational & corporate AV production, with clients such as City of Scottsdale, Gila River Indian Community, John C. Lincoln Hospitals, and the Herberger Theater Center. Daniel has had the opportunity to work with architects, engineers, contractors and end-users to create incredible entertainment experiences. Daniel has also served in churches as an ordained minister in Arizona for over 10 years.
This diverse insight and background enables Daniel to understand the creative needs and technical requirements of corporate activities, performance venues and modern houses of worship.
