Worship Pastor Southside Baptist Church

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Southside (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is seeking a Worship Pastor to lead and develop the worship ministry at Southside Baptist Church in Alabama. This role involves engaging the congregation in worship, nurturing musicians, and planning services with pastoral leadership. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, musical ability, and a heart to foster spiritual growth in team members. Experience in worship ministry is preferred but is not as crucial as calling and character.

Qualifications

• Growing, mature believer with a genuine love for Christ and people.
• Experience in worship ministry preferred; character and calling matter most.
• Ability to encourage, disciple, and care for team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead the congregation in worship and invest in musicians, vocalists, and choir members.
• Build and strengthen the choir and worship teams, recruit new volunteers.
• Work alongside the pastor to plan services and special events.
• Minister through worship, outreach, and pastoral care.

Skills

Leadership and organizational skills

Musical ability (vocally and/or instrumentally)

Administrative and planning skills

Job description

Worship Pastor

Role Overview

Southside Baptist Church is seeking a passionate Worship Pastor to lead our congregation in authentic, Christ-centered worship. This role goes beyond music—it is about cultivating a worship culture where people encounter God, grow spiritually, and actively participate in worship. The Worship Pastor will lead, develop, and shepherd a thriving music ministry while working closely with pastoral leadership to shape meaningful, engaging services that point people to Jesus.

What We’re Looking For:

• A growing, mature believer with a genuine love for Christ and people.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills to build and guide a healthy worship ministry.
• Musical ability (vocally and/or instrumentally) with a heart for excellence in worship.
• A shepherd’s heart with the ability to encourage, disciple, and care for team members.
• A gift for administration and planning within ministry environments.
• Experience in worship ministry is preferred but calling and character matter most.

Your Impact:

• Lead & Develop: Lead the congregation in worship and invest in musicians, vocalists, and choir members, equipping them to grow spiritually and musically.
• Inspire & Grow: Build and strengthen the choir and worship teams, recruit new volunteers, and foster consistent engagement in worship.
• Plan & Collaborate: Work alongside the pastor to plan services and special events. Coordinate rehearsals and ensure all elements are prepared with excellence. Maintain music licensing (CCLI).
• Engage & Shepherd: Minister to the church family through worship, outreach, and pastoral care, especially to those who are hurting, hospitalized, or homebound.
• Oversee & Innovate: Lead the overall direction of the worship ministry, including scheduling, budgeting, and working with the A/V team to improve technology and worship experience.
• Celebrate Key Moments: Assist in planning and leading worship for weddings, funerals, Vacation Bible School, and other special church events.
• Driven by Team Vision: Serve alongside the pastoral staff and fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned by the Senior Pastor to advance the mission of Southside Baptist Church.