Worship Leadership,
Calling & Purpose.
My hope is that every article, book, message, and resource found here will encourage you to love Jesus more deeply, worship Him more faithfully, and live in obedience to His calling.
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ABOUT VERNON
Loving God, Serving Others and advancing the Kingdom.
For more than four decades, I have had the privilege of leading organizations, equipping leaders, and building music & worship communities that transform lives. My passion is helping people discover and be obedient to God's call upon their lives.
"Dr Vernon Whaley is a uniquely gifted teacher of scripture. His application of the word as a leader is exemplary and deeply impactful."
Craig Adams
Dean, School of Music & Worship Arts
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN
"Dr Vernon Whaley is a gifted leader, writer, encourager, pastor and communicator. Wherever he serves, whatever he does, God blesses."
Dr. David Wheeler
Professor of Evangelism
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
EXPLORE
Thoughts. Leadership. Resources.
Writings
Insights on leadership, faith, and life over the years.
CFWI
Equipping Leaders, Strengthening Churches, Exalting Christ
Books
Helpful resources for leaders and Kingdom builders.
Events
Let's connect in person and continue the conversation.
...to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ
Ephesians 4:12
What Others Are Saying...
Dr. Vernon Whaley has been a trusted voice in my life, leadership, and ministry for many years. His wisdom, humility, and deep knowledge of Scripture have shaped countless pastors, worship leaders, and students across generations. Beyond his remarkable accomplishments in worship ministry and higher education, Vernon leads with integrity, conviction, and a genuine heart for people.
Michael Neale
Pastor, Best-Selling Author, Songwriter
Champion Forrest Baptist Church
Houston, TX
Dr. Vernon Whaley is one of my few half-century friends. We’ve known each other since our teenage years. For fifty years without interruption, Vernon has impressed me with his endless creativity, irrepressible spirit, and tireless labor. I have often said — and I believe it’s true — that Vernon Whaley has trained more worship leaders than anyone else in the world today. When you listen to him, you’ll hear a great heart and a keen mind.
Robert J. Morgan
Pastor, Best-Selling Author,
International Speaker, Podcast Host
Nashville, TN
"Dr. Vernon Whaley is a trusted mentor, and his leadership has strengthened countless worship leaders, ministries, and churches for the advancement of God's Kingdom."
"He has so much to say to today's worship leaders."
Dr. Paul Rumrill
Director, Center for Worship
Liberty University School of Music
Lynchburg, VA
Few people in North America possess the breadth or depth of Worship Leadership for the local church like Dr. Vernon Whaley. His experience in local church worship arts development is unmatched. He’s led congregational Worship in small, medium, and mega church contexts with great impact. He built the largest Christian University Music and Worship Arts program to date in the USA at Liberty University, serving there from 2005 to 2022. He is the author of 12 books on Worship and edited two hymnals. He is one of today’s specialists in the field of biblical and theological understanding and education concerning worship. Plus, his walk with Jesus, personally and in his family, is stellar. Dr. Vernon Whaley is a treasure to the Church these days. You will benefit greatly by connecting with him, whether for personal encouragement or help with your own ministry assignments.
Byron Spradlin
Founder & President
Artists in Christian Testimony Intl.
Nashville, TN
Dr. Vernon Whaley is a uniquely gifted teacher of Scripture. His application of the Word as a leader is exemplary and deeply impactful.
Craig Adams
Dean, School of Music & Worship Arts
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN
"Dr Vernon Whaley is a gifted leader, writer, encourager, pastor and communicator. Wherever he serves, whatever he does, God blesses."
Dr. David Wheeler
Professor of Evangelism
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
