Urbana 25 Worship Team

An Insider Preview: Meet the Urbana 25 Worship Team
By Andy Kim, Associate Conference Director

One of the most defining aspects of Urbana is the way we gather to worship: thousands of voices united in song, drawn from every corner of the world, proclaiming the greatness of our God together. Urbana 25 will carry that legacy forward. And with the team God has brought together, I believe it will offer a worship experience that feels especially alive—spiritually vibrant, globally shaped, and musically full of beauty and power.
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As someone who’s had the honor of leading worship on the Urbana stage, I can tell you—leading worship at Urbana is unlike anything else. It requires more than talent, more than energy, more than a good setlist. It requires spiritual leadership.
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When selecting this year’s team, we held to a few non-negotiables:

  • Spiritual maturity and Christlike character proven over time in ministry and leadership.
  • Commitment to the global church and a track record of leading diverse worship. Urbana isn’t a place to learn this for the first time.
  • Spiritual discernment—leaders who can recognize where the Spirit is moving and shepherd thousands toward that holy ground with humility and confidence.
  • Team-oriented excellence—no solo stars, but confident leaders who know how to share the stage and honor the gifts of others.
  • Musical and technical brilliance—not for show, but to respond nimbly and powerfully in the moment to what God is doing in the room.

This is what Urbana worship demands—and this is what our team brings.

meet the urbana 25 worship team

Alex De Jesus Gomez
Worship Leader
Born and raised in Chicago, Alex has been leading worship at New Life Covenant since she was 14. Now the Worship Director across all their campuses, she leads the Free Worship team—traveling the world and recording albums in both English and Spanish. With a passion for songwriting and a heart for Jesus, Alex believes that “new rescues require new songs.” Her ministry is marked by bold, faith-filled leadership that helps local churches encounter Jesus more deeply. Follow Alex on Instagram @alexdegomez
Fatai
Worship Leader
Originally from Melbourne, Australia, Fatai has sold-out shows on five continents with a vocal style compared to Beyoncé, Christina Aguilera, and Alicia Keys. But what truly sets her apart is the deep connection she builds with her audience—creating worship moments that are raw, powerful, and Spirit-led. With Fatai, expect passionate, globally-resonant worship that unites hearts in God’s presence. Follow Fatai on Instagram @fatai
James Paek
Worship Leader
James is a Korean American singer/songwriter whose voice and lyrics sit beautifully at the intersection of music, heritage, and spirituality. He’s contributed to both church and mainstream music projects (Willow Creek, Pablo Nouvelle, Yngcult, Je’kob), and now creates under his own name. James brings a gentle yet deep authenticity to worship—marked by creativity, vulnerability, and a generous spirit for others. Follow James on Instagram @jpaek
Kailah Williams
Worship Leader
A worship leader and vocalist from Chicago, Kailah is known for her expressive, Spirit-led leadership and deep love for the Church. Her voice and presence create space for God’s people to worship authentically and freely, drawing from a wide variety of traditions and musical styles. Follow Kailah on Instagram @kailah.williams
Nick Hall
Worship Leader
Nick is an artist, vocal producer, coach, arranger, and educator—a minister of music with a calling to bring joy to the brokenhearted and light into dark places. His work is grounded in both artistic mastery and spiritual insight, helping to shape worship moments that are technically excellent, Spirit-sensitive, and joy-filled. Follow Nick on Instagram @nickolashallmusic
Tracy Stingley
Music Director
Raised in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago, Tracy’s story is one of answered prayer and divine purpose. His mother prayed he would become a musician—and against all odds, he has. Tracy has toured across North America and Europe, playing with Fred Hammond, Jonathan McReynolds, and Michael Todd. When not traveling, he serves in his local church and volunteers at Cook County Jail. Tracy brings musical brilliance, spiritual leadership, deep humility, and a heart to see lives transformed through worship. Follow Tracy on Instagram @tlstingley

These worship leaders are joined by an incredible team of musicians and band members—each one carrying the same passion for God’s global mission, the same heart for multicultural worship, and the same commitment to excellence. This full team has led worship in multiple languages and on five continents. They are artists, pastors, and culture-bridgers who will create a worship experience unlike anything you can stream online.

What you can expect at urbana 25

Urbana 25 worship will not be a performance.

It will not be curated for consumer-comfort or wrapped in sterile polish.

‍It will be alive. Real. Spirit-led. Joyful. Global. Diverse.

‍It will be worship that can only happen in the room, with the people, in the presence of God.

We can’t wait to worship with you.