Otterbein Church Waynesboro, PA Posted: September 19, 2024
Job Information:
Pastor of Worship Ministries
Position Overview & Fact Sheet
Summary:
The Pastor of Worship Ministries is responsible for planning and leading the corporate worship services. Working closely with the Senior Pastor, the Worship Leader will select music, prepare worship teams, and create an atmosphere that allows the congregation to actively worship and encounter God's presence.
Responsibilities:
Plan and lead Sunday morning worship services and other special services/events
Recruit, audition, and develop teams of vocalists and instrumentalists
Serve as a lead vocalist in worship services
Arrange, orchestrate, and chart music for the worship team
Lead weekly rehearsals to prepare the worship team
Work with the Senior Pastor and Worship Planning Team to carefully plan worship services and song selections that complement the sermon
Ensure all lyrics, music styles, and on-stage practices align with church doctrine
Model passionate corporate worship from the platform
Conceptualize and oversee stage design
Disciple and mentor worship team members in their walks with Christ
Oversee technical aspects: sound, lighting, multimedia, etc. during services
Attend weekly staff meetings and choir rehearsals as required
Qualifications:
A devoted follower of Jesus Christ with a passionate heart for worship
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in music, worship leadership or related field
3+ years of experience leading contemporary worship music preferred
Accomplished lead vocalist and proficient with at least one instrument (acoustic/electric guitar preferred)
Strong ears for vocal blend, harmonies and musical dynamics
Experience developing, rehearsing, and leading a vocal team and band
Excellent communication and organizational abilities
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Ability and desire to work in a team environment
Alignment with the vision, doctrine and philosophy of Otterbein Church
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
START DATE: Immediate Opening
HOURS/SALARY/BENEFITS:
The position is full-time. The salary/housing is competitive based on national averages for churches with similar attendances and budgets. An excellent benefit package that includes disability, personal development funds, reimbursement for business-related travel expenses, and health insurance is provided. Pension may also be available for qualified persons.
RESUMES/INTERVIEWING PROCESS:
Please send resumes to employment@otterbeinchurch.org. Please include a video or link to a video of you leading worship and/or singing a worship song if available.
Requests for additional information can be sent to employment@otterbeinchurch.org.
After reviewing resumes, applications will be sent to candidates the church wishes to pursue. Completed applications will be reviewed and considered as they are received. We will not interview all applicants. Interviewing will be done at the discretion of Otterbein Church and will involve only those persons we feel are most suited for the position based on the applications.
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