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Our Heart
At Heart Worship Collective, we are passionate about cultivating a community where worship leaders, musicians, and creatives can grow, be encouraged, and walk together in their calling. What began as a simple desire to gather worshipers has grown into a movement of people longing to return to the heart of worship and live lives surrendered to Christ.
Our mission is to empower creatives to lead with passion, create with purpose, and worship with authenticity. We believe every creative gift is given by God to reflect His glory and advance His Kingdom. Our vision is to connect creatives to the King and foster environments where people can grow in intimacy with God and support one another in community.
Heart Worship Collective is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, committed to the spiritual formation and discipleship of worshipers by offering community and support for those who serve in ministry, volunteer, or are seeking discipleship. Through cohorts, gatherings, workshops, and resources, we create spaces where worship leaders, musicians, writers, and creatives can grow in their faith and be strengthened in their calling.
At the center of all we do is a desire to see worshipers return to the presence of God and live lives shaped by worship.
Heart Worship Collective is a community focused on:
HEARING the Holy Spirit
EMBRACING the heart of Jesus
AWAKENING to His Kingdom
RELEASING His glory through creative expression
TEACHING generations a life of worship
Our Story
Connecting creatives to the King and His vision.
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Inspire Through Worship
We foster an environment where creatives can encounter God through powerful worship experiences. Our gatherings are designed to inspire and rejuvenate, providing a space for artists to draw near to the King and receive fresh vision for their creative expressions.
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Equip for Kingdom Impact
We provide resources, training, and support to help creatives develop their talents and use them for God’s glory. By equipping artists with the tools they need, we enable them to make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.
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New Vision and a Release to the Call
We believe that each creative has a unique calling and vision given by God. Our goal is to help creatives discover and embrace this vision, and to release them into their divine calling with confidence and purpose.
Our Founders
Onaje & Veronica Jefferson
Onaje, a native of Brooklyn, NY, discovered his love for music at a young age. In his early youth, he began attending The Brooklyn Tabernacle, where he joined the youth ministry and developed a profound passion and thirst for the presence of the Lord. Shortly thereafter, he became an integral part of The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir, taking on roles as a soloist and worship leader. He also contributed to the choir's songwriting alongside Carol Cymbala.
Onaje's musical journey includes a decade-long tenure as a singer and songwriter with the award-winning gospel group Israel & New Breed, a recording vocalist with Multitracks, as well as a vocalist and vocal director for Matt Redman. He currently serves as a Worship Pastor at Pillar Church in Scottsdale, AZ.
Veronica is a devoted wife to Onaje and a loving mother who lives a life rooted in Christ. A New York native as well, she is driven by a deep desire to serve and minister to those in the creative realm of ministry. With 18 years of experience in graphic and web design, Veronica has dedicated her talents to honoring the Lord. Her fervent passion for art and the Lord's presence has steered her toward a meaningful journey in prophetic art ministry, where she seeks to express the spiritual through her creative endeavors.
In creating Heart Worship Collective, their passion is to gather creatives of all types to pursue an intentional focus on living a life of worship rooted in Christ.
The Jeffersons currently reside in Phoenix, Arizona with their two beautiful children. Their unwavering commitment remains centered on sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ with the world.
Onaje has been a part of
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Singing, writing, and choir directing for Grammy award-winning The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir.
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A decade-long tenure as a singer and songwriter with the Grammy award-winning gospel group Israel & New Breed.
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Recording projects with Orange Kids Music.
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Recording vocals for the lead Christian worship resource company Multitracks.
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Recording projects with Christ Church of the Valley.
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Background vocals and vocal directing for artists such as Matt Redman and Paul Baloche.
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Writing retreats with Integrity Music.
HWC Voices
We have been blessed to serve with amazing, passionate individuals who bring a diverse tapestry of God-given gifts and experiences, united by a shared commitment to leading a life of worship.
Pastor and Worship Leader
Daniel Medeiros
Daniel collaborated with renowned artists like Andre Crouch and Sandra Crouch in various ministerial and musical settings.
Daniel has extensive experience in pastoral ministry, serving in worship and executive pastoral roles, most recently in Phoenix, AZ. His ministry focuses include worship, discipleship, and pastoral counseling.
Daniel and his wife Elaine have three children: Joshua, Julie, and Angelo.
He currently serves as a voice of encouragement to our gatherings, cohorts, and yearly events.
Pastor, Author, and Theologian
Dr. Ray Robles
Ray Robles is a pastor, author, and vocational theologian. He holds a PhD in Theology from Bangor University in Wales, UK. Ray is passionate about the early church’s thought, life, and worship practices and integrates them as life-giving rhythms of formation for the church today. He is experienced in training bishops, pastors, and worship leaders both in the US and abroad. He currently serves as the Senior Pastor of Archetype Church and lives with his wife, Christina, son, Marlon, and daughter, Danica, in Phoenix, Arizona.
He currently serves as a voice of encouragement to our gatherings, cohorts, and yearly events.
Worship Director, Singer and Songwriter
Andi Rozier
Andi Rozier is a worship director, singer, and songwriter with a passion for leading people into deeper encounters with the presence of God. Through years of serving in worship ministry, she carries a heart to encourage worshipers and creatives to grow not only in skill, but in intimacy with Jesus.
He currently serves as a voice of encouragement to our gatherings, cohorts, and yearly events.
Worship Pastor and Executive Coach
Andy Frank
Andy Frank is a seasoned Worship Pastor with a heart for serving creatives and equipping the global Church. He has led worship for churches such as Christ Church of the Valley and previously served on staff with Slingshot Group, bringing both pastoral and organizational leadership to ministry.
He currently serves as a voice of encouragement to our gatherings and yearly events.
Worship Pastor and Coach
Wes Edwards
Wes Edwards is a worship pastor and leader with a deep passion for cultivating authentic worship and helping people encounter the presence of God. He previously served as the Worship Director at Gateway Church/Pillar Church in Scottsdale and now serves as Worship Pastor at Covenant Church.
Through years of ministry and leadership, Wes has carried a heart to equip worshipers and build healthy worship cultures rooted in both excellence and intimacy with Jesus.
He currently serves as a voice of encouragement to members and cohorts.