Worship Leader & Ministry Shepherd

Kentucky Christian University; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevate Christian Church in Hiram, GA is seeking a Worship Minister to provide spiritual, musical, and creative leadership for the worship ministry. You will plan weekly services and lead with excellence, authenticity, and spiritual sensitivity.

You will recruit and shepherd volunteers, collaborate with the Lead Minister and Production Director on events, and manage worship resources within a growing, multi-generational church context.

Qualifications

• Growing personal faith and alignment with biblical principles.
• Experience leading worship in a church setting is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and lead weekly worship services.
• Recruit, train, and shepherd worship volunteers.
• Collaborate with staff on service planning and special events.
• Manage budgets and worship resources.

Skills

Vocal leadership

Team leadership

Volunteer development

Communication

Worship direction

Tools

Planning Center

Job description

Elevate Christian Church is a growing, elder-led congregation located in the vibrant community of Hiram with quick access to Marietta and Dallas, Georgia as well as downtown Atlanta. We are a multi-generational church averaging approximately 250 people in weekly attendance and have recently expanded to two Sunday morning services (9:30 and 11:00 AM) to accommodate continued growth.

At Elevate, our mission is simple: Connecting people to God and to each other. We are passionate about biblical teaching, authenticrelationships, thriving youth and children’s ministries, and creating worship experiences that help people encounter God in meaningful ways.

We are seeking a Worship Minister who loves Jesus, loves people, and has a passion for leading others into worship. The ideal candidate will not simply lead songs but will help cultivate a culture of worship throughout our church while developing and shepherding a team of volunteers.

The Worship Minister will provide spiritual, musical, and creative leadership for the worship ministry of Elevate Christian Church. This individual will work closely with the Lead Minister, Production Director, and church leadership team to create engaging worship experiences that align with the church’s mission and vision. We value creativity, flexibility, and authenticity, and we encourage our Worship Minister to bring fresh ideas and innovation while remaining grounded in biblical truth.

Compensation: Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

This is a full-time position. However, we are open to discussing a part-time arrangement for the right candidate by adjusting responsibilities as needed.

Worship Service Leadership
– Plan, coordinate, and lead weekly worship services.
– Select songs, Scripture readings, and creative worship elements that support the sermon message and church vision.
– Lead worship with excellence, authenticity, and spiritual sensitivity.
– Help create meaningful worship environments that encourage participation and spiritual growth.

Team Development and Shepherding
– Recruit, train, disciple, and mentor worship team members.
– Foster a healthy, encouraging, and spiritually nurturing team culture.
– Schedule volunteers and oversee weekly rehearsals.
– Help volunteers grow in both their musical abilities and their walk with Christ.

Service Planning and Collaboration
– Collaborate closely with the Lead Minister and Production Director in planning services and special events.
– Participate in staff meetings and ministry planning discussions as needed.
– Assist with worship planning for seasonal services and church-wide events including Easter, Christmas, and other special gatherings.

Administrative Responsibilities
– Manage the worship ministry budget responsibly.
– Oversee and maintain worship equipment, instruments, and worship–related resources.
– Organize song libraries, Planning Center, and worship schedules.
– Ensure worship ministry resources support the goals of the church.

Spiritual Leadership
– Model Christlike character and a growing relationship with Jesus.
– Support the overall mission and vision of Elevate Christian Church.
– Build relationships with church members and actively participate in the life of the congregation.
– Encourage a culture of worship, unity, and spiritual maturity throughout the church.

Spiritual Qualifications
– A personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
– A commitment to living according to biblical principles and demonstrating Christian character.
– Alignment with Elevate Christian Church’s mission of connecting people to God and to each other.
– A heart for shepherding and serving people.

Ministry and Leadership Qualifications
– Experience leading worship in a church setting preferred.
– Ability to recruit, lead, develop, and inspire volunteer teams.
– Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
– Ability to work collaboratively with church staff, elders, and ministry leaders.

Musical Qualifications
– Strong vocal leadership skills and/or proficiency on a lead instrument (guitar, piano, or similar).
– Ability to lead contemporary worship effectively in a multi-generational church environment.
– Familiarity with worship technology, media, and planning tools is preferred.

The Kind of Leader We’re Seeking
We are looking for someone who is:
– Passionate about Jesus and His Church.
– Relational and approachable.
– Humble, teachable, and team-oriented.
– Gifted in both leadership and worship.
– Excited to invest in volunteers and build ministry for the long term.
– Able to connect with people across generations.

If you believe God may be calling you to serve in a growing church that values biblical truth, authentic community, and Christ-centered worship, we would love to hear from you.