Praise & Worship Leader – 8:00 am Contemporary Service

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the senior pastor in cultivating worship services and worship teams
• Plan weekly Sunday worship service (8:00 am service), choosing music that engages the congregation and supports the reading and preaching of God’s Word
• Lead heartfelt worship in an invitational style that draws people in, encourages participation, and points people to Jesus
• Recruit, audition, and train musicians to serve the congregation as a team when necessary
• Collaborate with other music leaders for special events, such as Easter, Christmas, Yearly Picnic, and other events where musicians are needed
• Demonstrate a commitment to God, this church, and its mission as a staff member
• Lead weekly rehearsals in preparation for Sunday
• Provide music worship related presentation materials and work with the Audio/Video/Production team and church administrator
• Provide musicians and singers with lyrics, chord charts, links and set lists, as needed
• Create a schedule of musicians and vocalists and provide opportunities for new talent
• Maintain and grow the church's song library

Qualifications

• A clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and a growing personal relationship with Him
• A calling to serve in this kind of ministry role and ability to articulate that calling to others
• Musical proficiency in voice, playing piano, guitar, or other musical instruments
• Experience as a leader and recruiter of volunteers in all areas of worship ministry, nurturing talent in multiple age groups
• Experience in leading worship of contemporary, as well as modern and traditional genres

Reports To: Senior Pastor

Position Status: Part-time; 12-15 hours per week

Remit: Resume to personnel@bereabaptistva.com