Traditional Worship Coordinator

Overview

Paradise Valley United Methodist Church (PVUMC) is a progressive Christian congregation in Paradise Valley, Arizona, committed to forming disciples who imitate Jesus walking in God's ways. We believe worship is one of God's primary gifts for shaping hearts, renewing lives, and drawing people into deeper relationship with Christ and one another. Through scripture, prayer, music, sacrament, and community, we seek to embody God's Love in Action and invite people into a lifelong journey of discipleship.

We are currently searching for a relationally mature, spiritually grounded, emotionally healthy, and collaborative Traditional Worship Coordinator to lead the music ministry of our traditional worship service.

This position is about far more than directing a choir or selecting music. It is an opportunity to cultivate worship that helps people encounter God, participate fully in the life of the congregation, and grow as disciples of Jesus. We are looking for someone who enjoys helping others discover that worship is not merely something we attend on Sundays—it is a way of living.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Planning and leading the music ministry of the traditional worship service in collaboration with the Lead Pastor.
• Recruiting, encouraging, rehearsing, and caring for choir members, accompanists, soloists, and volunteer musicians.
• Selecting music that reflects the theology, mission, vision, and worship life of PVUMC.
• Helping cultivate meaningful congregational participation through singing, prayer, scripture, and worship leadership.
• Building authentic relationships with volunteers and encouraging their spiritual growth through participation in worship ministry.
• Collaborating with clergy, staff, and volunteers to support the church's shared mission of forming disciples.
• Supporting the mission and ministry of PVUMC with integrity, compassion, creativity, humility, and joy.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading traditional Christian worship and choral ministry.
• Strong musical skills, including conducting and the ability to work effectively with accompanists and volunteer musicians.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated emotional maturity, healthy boundaries, humility, and sound judgment.
• Commitment to the mission, vision, values, and inclusive ministry of PVUMC.
• Ability to recruit, encourage, equip, and retain volunteer leaders.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, résumé, and three professional or ministry references to careers@pvumc.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Paradise Valley United Methodist Church is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

PVUMC offers a place of belonging to a multi-generational, diverse community of individuals interested in making our world a better place. More than a Sunday morning experience, we are people seeking to nurture a deeper spirituality through life-giving practices. Centered in God’s love, we act authentically and generously through our connections at church and in service to the community. Our vision is to be a diverse, inclusive, and spiritually-thriving congregation committed to being God’s Love in Action.

PVUMC embraces all ages and types of people as part of its faith family within our commitment to inclusivity. We guide our church members down a path to a complete and fulfilling life, as they discover their God-given abilities, and share God’s love in action.