Worship Leader

outh Carolina United Methodist Conference; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A local church is seeking a part-time Worship Leader to oversee music for contemporary worship services. The ideal candidate will demonstrate passion for worship, possess musical abilities, and have experience leading a worship music team. Responsibilities include directing the band, selecting songs, and engaging the congregation in worship.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to coordinate and lead worship.
• Experience engaging a congregation with contemporary Christian music.
• Demonstrated ability with musical instruments.

Responsibilities

• Directing contemporary band and leading worship services.
• Selecting and preparing songs and overseeing rehearsals.
• Recruiting new musicians and developing alternate leaders.

Skills

Creative vision

Vocal leadership

Musical ability

Knowledge of worship ministry

Job description

Philadelphia UMC in Fort Mill, SC, is seeking to hire a part-time Worship Leader. The Worship Leader will oversee all aspects of music for the contemporary worship service and special programs in accordance with the practices of the United Methodist Church. The successful candidate will exude passion for authentic Christian worship and provide vocal and musical leadership that fosters a spiritually uplifting contemporary worship experience, drawing the congregation into the presence of God.

Qualifications:
• Must have creative vision and a demonstrated ability to plan, develop, coordinate, manage and implement all aspects of music for the contemporary worship service.
• A lead, singing voice and ability to lead and engage the congregation in worship using contemporary Christian music.
• Demonstrated musical ability with experience playing an instrument.
• Experience in contemporary worship as a leader or member of a worship music team.
• A general knowledge of all aspects of worship ministry including sound, audiovisual, lighting and production.

Responsibilities Include:
• Directing the contemporary band, including leading the group through all songs during worship service and special programs.
• Leading the congregation through greetings, prayers, transitions and singing to facilitate praise and connection with God through worship.
• Scheduling and leading contemporary band rehearsals.
• Selecting songs for contemporary worship services, collaborating with the Pastor, Director of Music and communicating with the church office to ensure all elements of the service are coordinated – e.g. the message/song choices/visuals.
• Oversee set-up and tear-down of sound equipment before and after contemporary rehearsals, worship services and special programs.
• Preparing music in advance of rehearsals, and continually seeking out new songs for contemporary service.
• Recruiting new singers and musicians –including youth, into the band as needed to ensure a vibrant contemporary worship ministry.
• Developing a qualified alternate leader to lead worship when needed.

Accountability:
• Must embrace Christian discipline and United Methodist doctrine and theology and serve as a positive role model in a Christian environment.
• Work in cooperation with all ministry staff and volunteer leaders of the church.

• Subject to background checks as required by the church’s Safe Sanctuary policy