Worship Pastor

About the Position

Worship Leadership

• Plan, lead, and shepherd weekly worship services at the church.
• Assist in the arrangement and preparation of worship music.
• Lead rehearsals, providing musical direction for vocalists and instrumentalists.
• Collaborate with pastoral staff to ensure worship elements support the message and overall service vision.
• Work alongside church leadership to align on song selection, team development, and production.
• Coordinate with technical teams to ensure a cohesive worship experience (sound, lighting, and media).

Pastoral Ministry & Shepherding

• Provide spiritual leadership to the worship team through prayer, discipleship, and relational care.
• Model biblical character and shepherd volunteers with compassion and integrity.
• Offer pastoral care, prayer, and support to congregants as needed.
• Participate in regular pastoral rhythms, meetings, and ministry efforts.

Volunteer Development & Team Building

• Recruit, equip, and empower volunteers for worship ministry roles.
• Mentor musicians and vocalists both spiritually and musically.
• Foster a healthy, unified culture among worship team members.
• Schedule volunteers and manage service plans through appropriate planning tools.

Service Planning & Collaboration

• Attend weekly (or regular) service planning meetings.
• Contribute creative and theological input for services and special events.
• Help coordinate special services (holidays, worship nights, etc.) alongside leadership.

General Requirements

• Demonstrates musical proficiency (vocals and/or instruments).
• Strong pastoral heart with a shepherding mindset.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to recruit, lead, and care for volunteers and staff.
• Strong understanding of worship theology and Scripture.

Spiritual Requirements

• Meet the biblical qualifications for pastoral leadership as outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9, demonstrating integrity, self-control, humility, and a life above reproach.
• Model a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ in attitude, speech, and actions.
• Demonstrate the importance of Bible study, prayer, evangelism, and Christian fellowship.
• Pray with and support volunteers and congregants in times of need.
• Provide spiritual resources and guidance to those seeking help.