Worship pastor

About Our Church

The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.

Eastman First Baptist is a dynamic, growing congregation of 600 in central Georgia. Although we are located in a rural setting, we are a church with a global reach that is committed to taking God's unchanging truth to an ever-changing world.

Position Description

Eastman First Baptist is seeking a qualified candidate to join its ministry team for the purpose of providing planning, oversight and leadership to the full spectrum of music ministries at our church.

Qualifications

• Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in worship leadership or ministry.
• Additional seminary education preferred.
• Must have a strong emphasis on congregational singing.
• Ability to apply sound theology to song selection.
• Adheres to the Baptist Faith and Message 2000.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Sunday services for 8 : 45 AM and 11 : 00 AM & 6 : 00 PM.
• Oversee all practices of both choir and orchestra.
• Closely assist the Lead Pastor in building worship experiences that support the sermons delivered throughout the year.
• Prepare and manage the worship ministries’ annual budget.
• Schedule the band and audio / visual teams through Planning Center.
• Prepare chord charts, demos, click / multitracks, and supporting tools.
• Attend staff and leadership meetings.
• Lead the volunteer worship team through regular communication and help recruit new people for worship and audio / visual teams.
• Oversee the technical aspects of worship (sound, light, media, staging).
• Be actively involved in mentoring and shaping the next generation in worship.
• Provide leadership to the Youth and Children’s Choir ministry.
• Other duties as needed.

Pastoral Duties

• Cooperate with the other pastors in providing care to members.
• Cooperate with the other pastors in carrying out administrative duties and providing leadership to ministry teams.
• Cooperate with the other pastors in executing the vision and strategy for the church and its ministries.
• Preach during the evening service 3-4 times per year.

Personal Attributes

• Personal testimony of having received Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
• Evidence of leadership, musical, and ministerial ability through previous experience, responsibilities, and education.
• A heart to care for and guide people in their walk with God.
• Evidence of ability to effectively function within the ministry team.
• Ability to use relevant technology, software, and apps related to duties of both office and worship ministry.

Requirements for Application

• Resume detailing your professional experience and education.
• Cover Letter.
• Statement of Ministry Philosophy.
• Link to a YouTube, Vimeo, etc. displaying a video of you leading worship.

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Last updated : 2024-10-04