New Beginnings Church is seeking a passionate and visionary Worship Leader to build and shape our worship ministry from the ground up. This is a unique opportunity for someone who is excited to lay the foundation for a thriving and vibrant worship experience. The Worship Leader will be responsible for developing the worship band, planning music for Sunday services, and cultivating an atmosphere of authentic worship that reflects the church’s mission, vision, and culture. This position is part-time with a monthly stipend of $400.
Responsibilities:
Build and Develop the Worship Ministry: Establish and grow the worship ministry, creating a dynamic and cohesive worship team that is passionate about leading the church into the presence of God.
Direct the Worship Band: Lead and guide the worship band during Sunday services and rehearsals, ensuring that music enhances and facilitates an atmosphere of worship.
Discipleship and Mentoring: Provide spiritual guidance and mentorship to the worship team, fostering unity and encouraging personal and spiritual growth among team members.
Music Planning and Coordination: Plan and coordinate the music for Sunday worship services, selecting songs that complement the sermon and support the overall worship experience.
Recruitment and Team Development: Actively recruit and develop a diverse team of musicians and vocalists, bringing together individuals who align with the church’s culture, mission, and vision.
Weekly Rehearsals: Lead a weekly rehearsal for the worship team to ensure all members are prepared and confident in the music for Sunday services.
Collaboration with Pastor: Work closely with the pastor to design worship services that align with the theme and message of the sermon, ensuring a cohesive worship experience for the congregation.
Qualifications:
A deep and personal faith, with a strong commitment to the mission and vision of New Beginnings Church.
Previous experience leading worship and directing a worship band, preferably in a role that involved building or developing a ministry from the ground up.
Proficiency in at least one instrument (e.g., piano, guitar) and the ability to lead worship from that instrument.
Ability to lead and arrange music across a variety of styles, including contemporary worship, Black gospel, and traditional hymns.
Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
A heart for building a worship community and mentoring others in their faith.
A collaborative spirit, with a passion for teamwork and creating an environment of growth and creativity.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with vocal arrangements and leading a diverse worship team.
Familiarity with music production software for planning and rehearsal purposes.
Time Commitment:
Weekly worship service preparation, including rehearsal time.
One weekly band practice (typically 1.5-2 hours).
Ongoing collaboration with the pastor for service planning.
Compensation:
$400.00 stipend per month.
If you’re excited about the opportunity to build something new and lead others into the presence of God through worship, we would love for you to apply for the Worship Leader position at New Beginnings Church. This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact in our church and community, as you help shape the future of our worship ministry.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and a brief video/audio sample of your worship leadership (if available) to Anthony Roberts at [email protected].