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Job Description:
The Music Minister/Worship Leader is responsible for working closely with the Lead Pastor in planning, coordinating, and orchestrating the weekly worship gathering (as well as occasional special events). He will lead the church in worshiping the Lord through music and will do so, in part, by overseeing and investing in a team of volunteers (musicians, vocalists, A/V techs). With a prayerful posture and humble dependence on the Holy Spirit, he will strive to foster an environment of Christ-exalting, congregationally-edifying worship.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A passion for the Lord and a passion for making disciples.
- A heart for people and meaningful, Christ-centered relationships.
- A commitment to excellence, personal growth, and teamwork.
- Experience leading musical worship (solo and with a team).
- Ability to lead music through singing and playing one or more instruments.
- Knowledge of audio and visual technology related to worship ministry.
- Be a committed follower of Christ, growing in holiness and Christlikeness.
- Be an active member of GJCC (or be willing to become one), affirming our Statement of Faith, Constitution, and Bylaws.
RESPONSIBILITIES (include, but are not limited to, the following)
GENERAL
- Lead by example, reflecting the character of Christ as revealed in the Bible.
- Attend church functions and regularly participate in a small group.
- Work closely with the Lead Pastor (and other staff) in carrying out the church’s vision and mission.
- As requested by the Lead Pastor, attend and participate in staff meetings.
MUSIC & TECHNOLOGY
- Lead the church in musical worship through singing and playing one or more instruments (e.g., guitar, piano/keyboard).
- Recruit, train, schedule, and oversee a team of volunteer musicians, vocalists, and A/V techs.
- Coordinate, prepare, and lead a weekly rehearsal with a two-fold purpose: preparation for Sundays and cultivating Christ-centered community among the music team.
- As requested by the Lead Pastor, help with music and tech-related needs outside of the regular weekly worship gathering (e.g., funerals, weddings, special events).
- Oversee the church's audio, visual, and general tech ministries (knowledge of ProPresenter and PowerPoint is a plus).
ADMINISTRATION & PLANNING
- In conjunction with the Lead Pastor, assemble a collection of biblically faithful, congregationally-friendly, gospel-centered songs that can be regularly drawn from in the song selection process. A blend of traditional songs (i.e., hymns) and contemporary songs is ideal.
- In conjunction with the Lead Pastor, select songs that engage the congregation, reinforce the sermon and support the overall teaching ministry of the church.
- In conjunction with the Lead Pastor, formulate a service order for each Sunday via Planning Center.
- In conjunction with the Lead Pastor, develop a plan for growing and improving the church’s music ministry (including technology).
- Develop and administer an annual budget for the music ministry by the church’s financial policies and procedures.
HOW TO APPLY
- Please email your resume and cover letter (in PDF format) to Pastor John Alexander at john@gracejourneyorlando.com. Please use “Music Minister Application – [your name]” as the subject line.
- Please also include links to any social media platforms you use and any recordings of you singing, playing, and leading worship.