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Michael Gungor, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States, is an accomplished Christian worship music singer/song writer. His most noted work is the Dove nominated song of the year: “Friend of God” which he co-authored with Israel Houghton. Gungor is also known for his involvement in the Acquire the Fire: Battle Cry conferences as the worship leader. Gungor “lives to help other people encounter God through worship.”<sup>]</sup> Currently, he is the worship leader at Resurrection Life Church in Grand Rapids, where he leads over 7,000 people in worship at weekly services.<sup>]</sup> Gungor also leaders worship for other churches in the Midwest.1 Michael Gungor, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States, is an accomplished Christian worship music singer/song writer. His most noted work is the Dove nominated song of the year: “Friend of God” which he co-authored with Israel Houghton. Gungor is also known for his involvement in the Acquire the Fire: Battle Cry conferences as the worship leader. Gungor “lives to help other people encounter God through worship.”<sup>1</sup> Currently, he is the worship leader at Resurrection Life Church in Grand Rapids, where he leads over 7,000 people in worship at weekly services.<sup>5</sup> Gungor also leaders worship for other churches in the Midwest.1




== Background: == == Background: ==


Gungor has lead worship since high school. He was educated at North Texas University and Western Michigan University. His musical style was influenced by many genres including jazz, rock, world music, and more. He has released two albums: Bigger Than My Imagination, and Battle Cry: Worship from the Frontlines. ChristianityToday.com called Better Than My Imagination “one of the year’s best worship albums from one of the most promising new worship leaders.”<sup>]</sup> Gungor has lead worship since high school. He was educated at North Texas University and Western Michigan University. His musical style was influenced by many genres including jazz, rock, world music, and more. He has released two albums: Bigger Than My Imagination, and Battle Cry: Worship from the Frontlines. ChristianityToday.com called Better Than My Imagination “one of the year’s best worship albums from one of the most promising new worship leaders.”<sup>2</sup>




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1. Bigger Than My Imagination<sup>]</sup><br /> 1. Bigger Than My Imagination<sup>3</sup><br />
Released November 11, 2003 by Vertical Music<br /> Released November 11, 2003 by Vertical Music<br />
Label: Integrity Music<br /> Label: Integrity Music<br />
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15. Friend of God (reprise)<br /> 15. Friend of God (reprise)<br />


2. Battle Cry: Worship from the Frontlines<sup>]</sup><br /> 2. Battle Cry: Worship from the Frontlines<sup>4</sup><br />
Released October 4, 2005 <br /> Released October 4, 2005 <br />
Label: Integrity Music<br /> Label: Integrity Music<br />
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== References: == == References: ==


1. <br /> 1. http://www.michaelgungor.com/<br />
2. <br /> 2. http://www.christianitytoday.com/music/reviews/2003/biggerthanmyimagination.html<br />
3. <br /> 3. http://www.amazon.com/Bigger-Than-Imagination-Michael-Gungor/dp/B0001GASKA/sr=8-2/qid=1168393376/ref=pd_bbs_sr_2/105-0023172-6942047?ie=UTF8&s=music<br />
4. <br /> 4. http://www.amazon.com/Battle-Acquire-Fire-Michael-Gungor/dp/B000BP1CZG/sr=1-1/qid=1168393244/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1/105-0023172-6942047?ie=UTF8&s=music<br />
5. <br /> 5. http://www.verticalmusic.com/index.php?page=worship&ID=20<br />




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== External Links: == == External Links: ==


<br /> http://www.michaelgungor.com/<br />
<br /> http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=55552319<br />
<br /> http://www.verticalmusic.com/index.php?page=worship&ID=20<br />

Revision as of 02:34, 10 January 2007

Michael Gungor, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States, is an accomplished Christian worship music singer/song writer. His most noted work is the Dove nominated song of the year: “Friend of God” which he co-authored with Israel Houghton. Gungor is also known for his involvement in the Acquire the Fire: Battle Cry conferences as the worship leader. Gungor “lives to help other people encounter God through worship.” Currently, he is the worship leader at Resurrection Life Church in Grand Rapids, where he leads over 7,000 people in worship at weekly services. Gungor also leaders worship for other churches in the Midwest.1


Background:

Gungor has lead worship since high school. He was educated at North Texas University and Western Michigan University. His musical style was influenced by many genres including jazz, rock, world music, and more. He has released two albums: Bigger Than My Imagination, and Battle Cry: Worship from the Frontlines. ChristianityToday.com called Better Than My Imagination “one of the year’s best worship albums from one of the most promising new worship leaders.”


Discography:

1. Bigger Than My Imagination
Released November 11, 2003 by Vertical Music
Label: Integrity Music

Tracks
1. Closest Friend
2. Friend of God
3. Bigger Than My Imagination
4. Move Me
5. Meet With Me
6. Waiting
7. I Am Yours
8. Little Kingdom
9. Lovely
10. Beautiful Face
11. Here I Am To Worship
12. Its Your Love
13. Doxology
14. Overwhelming
15. Friend of God (reprise)

2. Battle Cry: Worship from the Frontlines
Released October 4, 2005
Label: Integrity Music

Tracks
1. You Are Good
2. Rescue
3. To The Ends of the Earth
4. I m Free
5. Let the Praises Ring
6. Battle Cry
7. Forevermore
8. Wrap Me In Your Arms
9. Filled With Glory
10. Children and Kings


References:

1. http://www.michaelgungor.com/
2. http://www.christianitytoday.com/music/reviews/2003/biggerthanmyimagination.html
3. http://www.amazon.com/Bigger-Than-Imagination-Michael-Gungor/dp/B0001GASKA/sr=8-2/qid=1168393376/ref=pd_bbs_sr_2/105-0023172-6942047?ie=UTF8&s=music
4. http://www.amazon.com/Battle-Acquire-Fire-Michael-Gungor/dp/B000BP1CZG/sr=1-1/qid=1168393244/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1/105-0023172-6942047?ie=UTF8&s=music
5. http://www.verticalmusic.com/index.php?page=worship&ID=20


External Links:

http://www.michaelgungor.com/
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=55552319
http://www.verticalmusic.com/index.php?page=worship&ID=20