Mission UNIVersity Worship + RecruIting team

MU Worship is Mission University’s official worship and recruiting team, made up of students passionate about leading others in Christ-centered worship. Whether it’s a Sunday service, youth event, or special church gathering, we’d love to partner with you to serve and inspire your community!

ABOUT US

MU Worship is a student-led worship band made up primarily of Mission University students from across a variety of majors—including ministry, education, and business. This team comes together with one shared mission: to lead Christ-centered worship and serve local churches and ministries through music.

MU Worship provides a full-band worship experience, featuring drums, acoustic and/or electric guitar, keys, bass, and vocals. Our team leads a blend of contemporary worship music and traditional favorites, allowing us to serve a wide range of church styles and settings.

We believe the best ministry happens through partnership. That’s why our team works closely with pastors and worship leaders to ensure the music and service style best fits the needs of each church or event.

MU Worship is frequently invited to lead for youth events, D-Nows, winter retreats, and Sunday morning services, and we are always grateful for opportunities to serve churches and invest in the next generation of believers.

Availability

MU Worship can be booked during the school semesters (August–November and January–March). Please note that there are a few blackout dates when teams are not available, including school breaks, holidays, and other campus events. To check availability for your event, please fill out our inquiry form and a member of our team will follow up with you.

COST

To help cover travel and ministry expenses—MU Worship charges a fee per event. Each event is different, so pricing may vary depending on location and the type of service or gathering. If you have questions about pricing for your event, see the table below or feel free to give us a call. We’d be happy to talk through the details and see how we can best serve you.

Meet the Team

Makala Finks//Mu Worship Director

Makala Finks//Mu Worship Director

Mfinks@mission.edu//417-268-6010

Makala is a graduate of Mission University, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Worship Ministry and a Master’s degree in Biblical Counseling. She now serves as the Student Activities Coordinator and is passionate about equipping the next generation of worship leaders. If you’re interested in having MU Worship at your next event, feel free to reach out to see how our team can best serve your church or ministry.

Cecily Foster

Student Leader + Vocalist

Summer Connel

Bass Guitar

Jacob Mares

Acoustic Guitar

Hope Lehrman

Vocalist

Anna Kemper

Vocalist

Daniel Williams

Drums + MD

Luiza Marlia

Vocalist

Jude Kemper

Keys + Vocalist

Jacob O'Brien

Keys + Vocalist

Emma Brunson

Drums + MD