Pianist

North Carolina Conference of The United Methodist Church; Lincolnton (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Marvin United Methodist Church is seeking a Part-Time Pianist to lead worship through music in Lincolnton, NC. The role involves providing piano accompaniment for weekly Sunday services at 10:30 AM and guiding the church choir to prepare music for worship.

You will collaborate with the pastor to blend traditional and contemporary hymns, coordinating special selections for holidays. Salary will be discussed during the interview process, based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in piano and the ability to accompany congregational singing.
• Familiarity with both traditional hymns and contemporary Christian music.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A heart for ministry and a desire to share the message of faith through music.

Responsibilities

• Provide piano accompaniment for weekly Sunday worship services beginning at 10:30 AM.
• Help guide the church choir, holding rehearsals as often as needed to prepare music for Sunday worship.
• Collaborate with the pastor based on the sermon each week to prepare a blend of traditional and contemporary hymns that complement the worship service.
• Coordinate special musical selections and performances for holidays and other special services, including Easter and Christmas, as scheduling and participation allow.
• Work collaboratively with the pastor and church leadership to support the music ministry and overall worship experience.

Skills

Piano accompaniment

Congregational singing

Music coordination

Worship planning

Job description

Marvin United Methodist Church is seeking a talented, dedicated, and faith-centered Part-Time Pianist to join our church family and help lead our congregation in worship through music.

We are looking for someone who has a love for music, enjoys working with others, and is passionate about using their musical gifts to enrich our worship experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide piano accompaniment for weekly Sunday worship services beginning at 10:30 AM.
• Help guide the church choir, holding rehearsals as often as needed to prepare music for Sunday worship.
• Collaborate with the pastor based on the sermon each week to prepare a blend of traditional and contemporary hymns that complement the worship service. For example, providing music during Prelude, Hymns during worship, and Postlude/Benediction.
• Coordinate special musical selections and performances for holidays and other special services, including Easter and Christmas, as scheduling and participation allow.
• Work collaboratively with the pastor and church leadership to support the music ministry and overall worship experience.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in piano and the ability to accompany congregational singing.
• Familiarity with both traditional hymns and contemporary Christian music.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A heart for ministry and a desire to share the message of faith through music.

*Salary will be discussed during the interview process and will be based on experience and qualifications.