For years, I had the privilege of serving in churches with abundant resources: excellent choirs, skilled instrumentalists, and state-of-the-art … [Read more...] about Creativity in Worship: Simple, Impactful Practices
About Larry Dickens
Larry G. Dickens has served churches in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia in various roles including minister of music, church administrator, and executive pastor. In 2013, he was appointed Duncan Chair of Church Music and Worship at Campbell University Divinity School. For over a decade, he served in dual roles as a professor and Minister of Music at Hayes Barton Baptist Church in Raleigh, NC. His educational pursuits include a Music Education degree, a Master of Divinity, a Master of Church Music, and a Doctorate of Ministry focusing on church music and leadership.
Larry is a certified facilitator for the “6 Types of Working Genius.” This model, from Patrick Lencioni’s Table Group, enables participants to find a better way to understand their gifts, frustrations, and their teams. Team members are able to identify the type of work that brings them the greatest joy and energy. Ministry teams discover each other’s natural gifts, which increases productivity and reduces unnecessary judgment.
Larry finds great satisfaction in assisting churches with music leadership transitions. He also has a passion for helping congregations explore vibrant and contextually relevant worship models.
While serving as a Minister of Music, Larry was invited to serve as guest conductor with the Anderson Symphony, Beaufort Chamber Orchestra, Fayetteville Symphony, and the New England Symphonic Ensemble. He was also the founding conductor of the Snyder Memorial Church Orchestra and Hayes Barton Professional Orchestra. Choirs under his direction have toured extensively both nationally and internationally. In June 2022 Larry conducted the Hayes Barton Choir, Campbell Divinity School singers, and invited guests in a feature concert at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
Larry is married to Gail Dickens, a retired educator. They love to travel and spend time with their family, friends, and former students. Their daughter, Faith, is a minister and lives with her husband and two children in Chesapeake Bay Area, Maryland.
Articles by Larry Dickens
THRIVE OR SURVIVE?
A few years ago, our student minister, Greg, asked me to meet him at a local coffee shop. I rarely turn down a good cup of coffee, so it was an easy … [Read more...] about THRIVE OR SURVIVE?
