New Temple Baptist Church is seeking God’s leadership in discovering our Worship Pastor/Leader who supports our core values, mission statement, vision and various ministries.
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
· The Worship Pastor/Leader is a spiritual and organizational leader who oversees the worship ministries of New Temple Baptist Church (NTBC)
· Ensure each worship service is led in such a way that the congregation has an opportunity to an authentic encounter with God’s presence.
· This full-time position is responsible for developing, assisting and leading all programs of the church related to worship (music, drama, technology and the arts).
· Fully support the mission, vision and worship philosophy of the Senior Pastor and NTBC.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Building the necessary teams to carry out the worship areas of NTBC.
· Plan the corporate worship services of NTBC in consultation with the Senior Pastor and worship teams.
· Direct all weekly activities and rehearsals as necessary.
· Introduce our worship teams to worship training and spiritual growth provided by other ministries, books, Bible studies and conferences.
· Set annual goals/budget for the worship ministry that are in line with our vision.
· Lead in some form of spiritual formation at every rehearsal.
· Work closely with the church’s staff to develop their worship programming experiences.
· Assist in the planning and implementation of new worship experiences with contemporary and traditional styles of worship music and formats.
· Be open to change and the shifting responsibilities as growth and ministry develop.
· Ability to read and direct sheet music (for choirs and orchestra) as well as lead a praise band and praise team.
· Ability to work with chord charts.
· Must have strong vocal skills.
· Experience in leading worship that transcends modern, contemporary and traditional genres.
· Minimum of 5 years of worship leader experience.
OUTREACH AND INREACH
· Plan, coordinate and conduct music related to outreach events of the community.
· Minister to music ministry volunteers who are sick, hospitalized, or in crisis.
· Provide counsel, comfort and encouragement to those who are encountering hardship.
· Participate in the general pastoral care of the congregation as called upon by the Senior Pastor.
· Provide, as needed, music for church funerals and weddings.
· Consult with primarily the Senior Pastor (supervisor) concerning activities, policies, scheduling and procedures that relate to his area of responsibility.
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
· Recruit, train and oversee individuals with spiritual maturity, gifts and talents to serve in the church’s music and drama ministries.
ADMINISTRATION
· Develop and manage the annual budget for the worship/music ministry.
· Be responsible for the maintenance, care and addition of music, musical instruments, lighting, sound and all related equipment. Maintain the music library of the church.
· Ensure compliance with copyright laws as it relates to the worship ministries.
PERSONAL GROWTH
· Grow in your personal walk with the Lord. Faithfully practice the spiritual disciplines of Bible study, prayer, worship, stewardship, evangelism, fellowship, and service.
COMMUNICATIONS RESPONSIBILITIES
· Multi-media employees, volunteers, and equipment
· Recruit, screen, oversee and provide training for both qualified technicians and volunteers.
· Work with Sound and Tech Team to purchase, inventory, store, control, and repair all church multimedia equipment.
· Oversee and schedule a highly trained team of technicians who will:
o Develop presentation materials for the worship services
o Operate the sound, video and lighting systems during the service or event.
o Record the worship services (and other events, as appropriate.)
o Assist church ministries, as time allows, with multimedia presentation and publications.
o Produce CDs, videos, and computer presentations, as needed
by Dogwood