Worship Minister

SUMMARY

The Worship Pastor oversees Parkway’s Worship and Audio/Video Ministries, leading the congregation into

authentic, God-honoring worship. Functioning as a pastor first and musician second, this role combines

musical direction, media creation, and volunteer development with a deep shepherd's heart for the congregationand the next generation. As part of the Leadership Team, the Worship Minister collaborates with ministry leads to carry out the overall vision and mission of the church.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Worship Leadership & Service Planning: Partner with the Lead Pastor to plan, coordinate, and lead

creative, biblically sound worship services that engage the congregation and encourage spiritual

growth.

• Pastoral Care & Shepherding: Shepherd volunteers across all worship and tech teams, discipling

them spiritually as well as growing their technical/musical skills. Cultivate authentic relationships with

the broader church family.

• Student Worship Development: Work directly with the Youth Director/Pastoral team to launch,

equip, and mentor a Student Praise Team. Build a "pipeline" that trains middle and high school

students in musical talent, tech skills, and worship leadership.

• Audio, Visual & Video Production: Oversee live sound mixing, stage lighting, and visual

presentation systems. This includes shooting, editing, and producing creative video content (e.g.,

sermon intros, ministry highlights, testimony videos, social media clips) to communicate the church’s

vision.

• Volunteer Recruitment & Team Building: Recruit, train, schedule, and empower volunteer vocalists,

instrumentalists, sound engineers, and media operators.

• Stewardship & Gear Maintenance: Oversee the annual worship and tech budget. Maintain,

troubleshoot, and steward all musical instruments, sound systems, cameras, and media equipment.

REQUIREMENTS:

Spiritual & Personal Qualifications

• Shepherd's Heart: Motivated by a love for God’s people; prioritizes building up team members over

putting on a performance.

• Spiritual Maturity: Demonstrates a vibrant, growing relationship with Jesus Christ through daily

spiritual disciplines (Scripture study, prayer, fasting) and lives a life "above reproach".

• Relational & Teachable: Values teamwork, open communication, and high emotional health. Selfmotivated,

resourceful, and well-ordered in personal life.

• Alignment: Fully supports Parkway’s core beliefs, values, and leadership strategy.

Professional & Technical Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree preferred; proven track record of leading congregational

worship and developing volunteer teams.

• Musical Proficiency: Strong vocalist and instrumentalist (guitar or keys preferred); proficient in

reading music, arranging songs, and charting for a band.

• Video & Media Creation: Practical experience with video editing software , Planning Center, and modern presentation software (e.g., ProPresenter).

• Audio Engineering: Sound knowledge of live audio mixing, digital consoles, monitor mixes, and

stage setup.

TIME COMMITMENT & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Hours: Full-time (40+ hours per week, including weekends, Sunday services, and evening

rehearsals/meetings). Staff ministers lead by example, serving side-by-side with volunteers who

generously give their time outside of work weeks.

• Environment: Works in both an office and sanctuary setting within a close-knit, collaborative staff

team.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or

responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities,

Parkway Church is a highly relationshal gathering of beleievers who believe that disciples are best developed in small groups. Located in a southern suburb of Houston, Parkway is located in Pearland, TX a city of 125,000 (and growing). On a normal Sudnay between 375-425 gather for worship and small groups. Pearland is a diverse community in every way. With People gathering from all over the world adn in avery area of life, Parkway has a unique opportunity to fulfill the Great Commission in Pearland and beyond.