Elise Massa is the Assistant DIrector of Music & Worship Arts at Church of the Ascension (Pittsburgh, PA). She serves as Northeast Regional Leader (US) with United Adoration (see www.unitedadoration.com), leading retreats for artists and leaders to come together to create beautiful art for the glory of God. Elise is also a published songwriter with Resound Worship (see resoundworship.org) and volunteers as a leader for Resound's 12 Song Challenge. Elise is passionate about making art in one's local context, culture, and language so that the beauty and glory of the Lord may be revealed in the praise of all his people.