Part Time Minister of Music, St. Philip on-the-hill, Unionville

Anglican; Markham; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A welcoming church in Ontario is seeking a Minister of Music to conduct Sunday services and develop musical talent in the congregation. The ideal candidate will possess a music degree, strong leadership skills, and experience in choir conducting. This part-time position offers flexible hours between 12 and 15 per week, with a negotiable salary based on experience. Interested candidates should apply to the church via email by October 24, 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting choirs and providing sound leadership.
• Knowledge of Anglican liturgy is preferable.
• Ability to work with all age groups.

Responsibilities

• Plan, play for, and conduct Sunday Services.
• Nurture and develop musical talent within the congregation.
• Direct our Adult Choir.

Skills

Strong organ and piano skills

Conducting choirs

Leadership and interpersonal skills

Education

Music degree

Job description

Overview

St. Philip on-the-hill (SPOTH) is a warm, diverse and welcoming Anglican church located in Unionville, Ontario. We have a joyful, traditional Anglican worship service on Sunday mornings using contemporary language with choir-led singing that is live-streamed. A Minister of Music is being sought by SPOTH, to provide Christian leadership in an engaging ministry of music, sensitive to the Anglican tradition.

Responsibilities

• Plan, play for, and conduct Sunday Services.
• Nurture and develop musical talent within the congregation.
• Musically support our two youth drama and music groups.
• Direct our Adult Choir.

Qualifications

• Music degree with strong organ and piano skills.
• Experience conducting choirs and providing sound leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of Anglican liturgy is preferable; training is available.
• Ability to work with all age groups.
• Living locally within driving distance to SPOTH.

Facilities

The church has a 3 manual, 40-stop digital Phoenix organ (2010) and a Heintzman 7-foot Grand Piano.

Compensation and Schedule

Hours are flexible, between 12 and 15 hours a week. Salary negotiable depending on experience.

Application Instructions

Please email Ms. Jennipher Kean at [e-mail] with a cover letter and resume (CV) on or before October 24, 2025. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.