Worship Pastor

Worship Pastor/Director (Full Time) 

Location: 10505 West 181st Avenue, Lowell, IN 

Our Mission: To honor God by loving our neighbors, sharing the Gospel and caring for each other.

Our Vision: Lives changed because Hope Church cares. 

The Worship Pastor/Director for Hope Community Church will be responsible for leading worshipers into the presence of Jesus through God-honoring song, music, and prayer. This person must be an all-in follower of Jesus at his core, with a passion for Christ’s Church to know Him more. 

Worship Director/Pastor skills: 

The Worship Director/Pastor will have completed formal training in worship leading or have gained experience and on the job training in a church setting similar to Hope Community Church. He should have knowledge of leading worship, familiarity with Planning Center, have good communication skills, and be organized and dependable. 

Accountability: 

The worship leader will be responsible to the Lead Pastor or his delegate and prepare a written monthly report for the Hope CC Leadership Team. 

Responsibilities: 

○ Lead Worship Service(s) by selecting songs that are Biblically sound and relevant 

○ Give oversight to and recruit Worship team members as necessary for the coming Sunday. 

○ Use Planning Center Online Services (PCO) to plan and schedule. 

○ Personally and spiritually prepare for Sunday by having a worship plan, slides, music and practice completed.

○ Lead the congregation in worship each Sunday morning as well as mid-week, special, and seasonal services as assigned.

○ Provide equipment, software recommendations to the Worship team to enhance worship experience.

○ Lead weekly rehearsals to be prepared for Sunday services (1 Weeknight and Sunday 8:00 morning rehearsal)

○ Shepherd worship team and all those invested in the Worship Ministry in coaching, caring, and mentorship

○ Provide leadership to the Tech Team by giving timely resources to help them grow and deepen in their skills and gifting

○ Involve children and youth in Worship Service on occasion by collaborating with the Children’s Director

○ Provide service plans 2 weeks prior to the start of each month to give those participating time to personally practice.

○ Host auditions of potential new members, making cuts where necessary, to find the best fit for the volunteers on the worship team, in the congregation, or in the choir. 

○ Is available to counsel, arrange, provide music and attend special meetings, ministries, and other church related activities (i.e., Funerals and Weddings) in cooperation with the appropriate individuals or groups. 

○ Meet weekly with the Lead Pastor/Staff to discuss service themes and elements to be included in the worship services.

○ Create and monitor the church’s yearly budget for the worship ministry as well as the tech team 

○ The Worship Director/Pastor coordinates the performance schedules of individuals in the functions of the church.

○ Prepares all materials for the choir, worship team, and instrumentalists. 

○ Help cultivate a caring and connected church community 

○ Ensure Worship Ministry is aligned with the church’s vision and values 

○ Build relationships with church members and guests 

○ Participate in staff meetings, planning sessions, and church events 

○ Other duties as assigned 

General: 

40 hours a week; 3 Weeks (15 days) of vacation time a year granted; Agreement with the mission and vision of Hope Church is expected; Becoming a Ministry Partner and participating in the life of Hope Church would be expected.

Compensation:

 $70,000-$80,000

To Apply: Email your resume, cover letter, and 2 references to pastorryan@hopechurchlowell.com To find out more about Hope Community Church of Lowell, visit www.hopechurchlowell.com

To honor God by loving our neighbors, sharing the Gospel and caring for each other.