#89 - How Worship & Songwriting Are Uniting the Canadian Church With Joel Auge & Matthew Grieve of Royal Anthems

In this episode of The Sowers Podcast, Joel Auge and Matthew Grieve share the heart behind Royal Anthems, a national worship movement uniting Canadian songwriters to create fresh expressions of faith. Joel and Matthew open up about their personal journeys in music and ministry, the challenges faced by Canadian worship artists, and the power of collaborative songwriting to shape worship and strengthen church unity. This conversation explores how authentic art, rooted in community, can help elevate the voice of a generation across Canada.Joel Augé is a serial entrepreneur, artist, and songwriter who loves creating media that makes both social and spiritual impact. With years of experience founding and leading companies in the tech and creative industries, Joel also carries a deep passion for worship and innovation in the Canadian church.Matthew Grieve is a 5-time Canadian Gospel Male Vocalist of the Year who has sung in more than 1,500 churches across Canada. With over two decades of ministry and leadership experience, he has helped raise millions for charitable causes and now leads Royal Anthems, a movement uniting Canadian worship songwriters to strengthen the voice of the church.Takeaways+Joel and Matthew bring unique experiences from Christian music and ministry into the conversation.+Music has the power to transcend denominational lines and unify believers in worship.+Songs are more than melodies—they are declarations of faith that shape hearts and communities.+Worship is participatory, drawing congregations together in a shared experience.+Royal Anthems was formed to support and elevate Canadian worship artists.+Collaborative songwriting fosters connection, creativity, and community among worship leaders.+While Canada has a rich history of worship music, challenges remain in gaining global recognition.+Royal Anthems seeks to amplify Canadian voices and build a platform for their songs.+The future of worship in Canada is bright, rooted in collaboration and shared vision.To learn more about Royal Anthems, please visit https://www.royalanthems.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/royalanthems/.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Royal Anthems and Personal Backgrounds03:21 The Power of Music in Worship06:13 The Role of Lyrics and Songwriting08:52 The Importance of Community in Worship11:43 Challenges in Canadian Worship Music14:27 The Future of Worship Music in Canada20:13 The Shift in Worship Music Dynamics27:05 Royal Anthems: A Canadian Worship Movement34:20 Unity Through Songwriting Across Denominations39:35 Accessing Royal Anthems Music41:19 NEWCHAPTER