Praise and Worship Leader

Summary:

The praise and worship leader will be the "producer" of each worship service and special music program at The Church in Peaster. Although the senior pastor is the "director" in terms of setting the theme and overall direction, the worship leader will oversee and coordinate all the details a service encompasses. The worship leader must be a visionary who is creative in leading people and inspires those around him/her to join in the pursuit of that vision.

Qualifications:

A Clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and a vital, growing personal relationship with Him. Commitment to moral purity. Commitment to the mission, vision, and worship philosophy of The Church in Peaster. Demonstrated excellence as a worship leader, i.e., has grown a music ministry over the past few years. Professional quality keyboard (preferred) or guitar player.

Responsibilities:

1. Planning weekly Sunday morning worship service. Choosing the congregation hymns and contemporary songs that engage the congregation and support the reading and preaching of God's Word.
2. Modeling and leading heartfelt worship in an invitational style - that draws people in, encourages participation, and points people to Jesus Christ.
3. Recruiting, auditioning, teaching, and training musicians in the church to serve the congregation as a team with musical skill and humility.
4. Leading weekly rehearsals that serve a dual purpose: (a) preparation for Sunday and (b) cultivation of Christ-centered community.
5. Building on our traditions and having vision for where God might be calling our congregation and our musicians to grow in new expressions of worship.
6. Serving as a member of the ministry team at The Church in Peaster, demonstrating a commitment to this congregation and its mission.

Part-Time Salary Range ($12,500 - $15,500 per year)