Organist

Central Baptist Church - Newnan, GA; Newnan (GA); Presencial; USD 35.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Wedding/Funeral compensation

Teaching studio access

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Central Baptist Church in Newnan, Georgia seeks an accomplished Organist to join the worship and music ministry. The Organist will provide organ music and hymn accompaniment for two Sunday services and collaborate with the Associate Pastor of Music and Worship.

The role emphasizes collaborative liturgy, with opportunities to accompany the Chancel Choir, lead seasonal services, and contribute to sacred music ministry while maintaining a teaching studio and potential additional compensation for

Formación

• Excellent organ performance, hymn-playing and accompanying skills with piano proficiency.
• Strong sight-reading abilities and knowledge of sacred organ literature and hymnody.
• Excellent communication, preparation and collaborative skills.
• A commitment to musical excellence and the church's mission.
• Formal training in organ performance or church music is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Provide organ music and hymn accompaniment for two Sunday worship services (8:45 and 10:55 a.m.).
• Select and prepare preludes, offertories, postludes and other service music with the Associate Pastor.
• Accompany the Chancel Choir in rehearsals and performances as needed.
• Collaborate with vocalists, instrumentalists and ensembles in special offerings.
• Provide musical leadership for Advent, Christmas Eve, Holy Week and Easter.
• Contribute creatively to the worship and music ministry's artistic and spiritual development.

Conocimientos

Organ performance

Hymn playing

Accompaniment

Sight-reading

Communication

Collaboration

Educación

Formal organ training / church music

Descripción del empleo

ORGANIST

Central Baptist Church | Newnan, Georgia

Full or Part-Time Position

Salary and Benefits Commensurate with Education and Experience

Central Baptist Church in Newnan, Georgia, seeks an accomplished, collaborative, and creative Organist to join our vibrant worship and music ministry.

We believe music is an essential part of Christian worship—an opportunity to glorify God, proclaim the Gospel, and strengthen the faith of our congregation. We seek a musician who shares this vision and brings both artistic excellence and a spirit of service to the role.

Working closely with the Associate Pastor of Music and Worship, the Organist will be a valued musical colleague, helping shape meaningful worship experiences through inspiring organ literature, sensitive congregational accompaniment, and collaborative music-making.

Our Instrument

Central Baptist Church proudly maintains a 2020 Schantz pipe organ, featuring three manuals, 28 stops, 33 ranks, and 1,979 pipes. This exceptional instrument provides a wonderful opportunity for expressive worship leadership, congregational accompaniment, and the performance of sacred organ literature.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide organ music and hymn accompaniment for two Sunday morning worship services (8:45 and 10:55 a.m.).
• Select and prepare preludes, offertories, postludes, and other service music in collaboration with the Associate Pastor of Music and Worship.
• Accompany the Chancel Choir in rehearsals and performances as needed.
• Collaborate with vocalists, instrumentalists, and ensembles in special musical offerings.
• Provide musical leadership for seasonal services, including Advent, Christmas Eve, Holy Week, and Easter.
• Contribute creatively to the artistic and spiritual development of Central's worship and music ministry.

Qualifications

• Excellent organ performance, hymn-playing, and accompanying skills, including proficiency at the piano.
• Strong sight-reading abilities and knowledge of sacred organ literature and hymnody.
• Excellent communication, preparation, and collaborative skills.
• A commitment to musical excellence and the Christian mission of the church.
• Formal training in organ performance, church music, or a related field is preferred.

Opportunities and Benefits

Central Baptist Church offers a supportive musical environment, opportunities for artistic collaboration (e.g., organ recitals and participation in the Vestibule Series), professional development, additional compensation for weddings and funerals, and the opportunity to maintain a private teaching studio using church facilities, subject to church policies.

We seek an accomplished performer who will also be musical partner who will inspire congregational singing, enrich our worship, and help our church experience the beauty and power of sacred music.

Preferred start date

January 4, 2027. Negotiable.