Worship Pastor

About the Position

The Pastor of Worship Ministries is responsible for leading people from where they are to where God wants them to be by providing spiritual, pastoral, and organizational leadership to the worship ministries of First Baptist Brunswick. He will lead a multigenerational worship ministry that is Christ-centered, theologically sound, spiritually engaging, authentic, and marked by excellence, helping people KNOW Christ personally, GROW in His Word and with others, and GO on mission locally and globally.

Job Responsibilities & Duties

• Lead and Coordinate All Worship Services – Plan, prepare, and lead multigenerational worship services that engage the congregation through biblically grounded worship, incorporating hymns, contemporary worship songs, and newer worship expressions while maintaining theological soundness consistent with the Baptist Faith & Message 2000 fostering a worship environment that encourages active congregational participation and Christ-centered worship.
• Coordinate Worship Teams Rehearsals - Organize rehearsals with musicians and worship teams and help create a culture of excellence, encouragement, and unity.
• Collaborate with and Recruit Worship Team Members – Work closely with, and recruit, develop, and shepherd worship ministry members (musicians, choir, orchestra, tech team, etc.…) to ensure seamless coordination during services.
• Coordinate with Production/Tech Team – Collaborate with audio, lighting, visual, and production teams to ensure all technical aspects of worship work effectively.
• Oversee Worship Ministry Calendar/Budgets/Events – Provide leadership and oversight to the worship ministry through strategic planning, calendaring, budgeting, and coordination of worship-related events (Golden Isles Christmas, Children’s Choirs, etc.…).
• Invest in the Next Generation – Through ministries designed to promote worship in college, youth, and kids’ ministries.
• Serve Together with Sr. Pastor and Staff – Participate in weekly meetings, maintain regular office hours, and work alongside the pastor and staff in leading people from where they are to where God wants them to be.
• Provide Member Care to the Worship Ministry – Provide pastoral care to the worship ministry, as well as the entire church, whenever needed. This includes, but not limited to, hospital visits, funerals, weddings, and other life events.

Personal Responsibilities

• Commit to Growing as a Disciple – Actively practice the spiritual disciplines (Bible reading, prayer, discipleship, evangelism, etc.…)
• Commit to the Mission, Vision, and Worship Philosophy of FBC Brunswick – Support the Mission and Vision of FBC Brunswick
• Commit to a Well-Balanced Life – Maintain a healthy lifestyle (physically, relationally, and spiritually) presenting yourself as unto the Lord.
• Commit to Maintaining a Godly Home – A pastor’s home life is to be an example to others.

General Requirements

• Spiritually Mature – A deep and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Doctrinally Aligned – Agreement with our statement of beliefs, the Baptist Faith & Message 2000.
• Ministry Experience – Previous worship ministry leadership experience in a local church setting is preferred, particularly within a multigenerational ministry environment.
• Musical Competency – Demonstrated ability to lead vocally and musically with excellence, including proficiency in worship leadership, service planning, and team development.
• Excellent Communication Skills – Strong organizational and communication skills as well as excellent written/spoken verbal skills.
• A Servant Leader – Models his leadership after Jesus.
• Works Well with Others – Must exhibit a willingness to work with others, maintain a humble spirit, and be a team player.
• Education – A bachelor’s degree is preferred.