When I first stepped into Harvester Community Church in Land o' Lakes, FL, the setup looked like a lot of churches in that middle ground—faithful in heart, but limited by outdated systems, ad hoc patches, and under-supported volunteers trying to hold it all together.

What I saw wasn’t just a room with mics and monitors. I saw potential.

Fast-forward through months of collaboration with leadership, technical realignment, and plenty of behind-the-scenes elbow grease—and the difference is more than sonic. It's spiritual.

What We Faced:

Harvester was experiencing growth, especially among younger families, and the need for consistent, high-quality audio became unavoidable. The worship team was expanding, the audio volunteers were hungry for mentorship, and leadership was asking better questions.

But the stage was cluttered. Signal paths were a mess. Communication between FOH and the band was hit-or-miss.

What We Built:

1. A More Musical Stage
   The stage you see in the photo isn’t just visually cleaner—it’s strategically reoriented. We re-ran cable paths, optimized IEM setups, and coordinated a mic layout that allowed flexibility across multiple band configurations. Even that lone cajon? It was no accident—it represents intentionality in ambient mic placement and tonal variety.

2. Volunteer Empowerment
   I didn’t just patch wires—I coached people. From training weekend operators to walking leadership through the "why" of our choices, this project was always about sustainable excellence. The heart behind Firefly Sound Labs is discipleship as much as decibels.

3. Communication with the Mission in Mind
   Everything we did was filtered through the question: Does this help the church communicate the gospel better?From the placement of vocal mics to the way we structured backstage workflow, it was all about removing friction from the message.

Why This Matters:

Harvester isn’t a megachurch, and it's not supposed to be. They’re doing Kingdom work with intention. This project reminded me that even modest-sized churches deserve—and can absolutely steward—great production. You don’t need a million-dollar budget to get pro results. You need clarity, experience, and heart.

That’s what I brought to Harvester. And that’s what I bring to every church, every stage, every session.

If you're a church leader, worship director, or tech volunteer looking to take your next step in production—whether it's coaching, consulting, or just a fresh set of ears—let's talk.

Firefly Sound Labs is more than just a brand. It’s a mission.