Worship Pastor

About the Role

Taylor Road Baptist Church, a Southern Baptist congregation, is seeking a full-time Worship Pastor to lead and develop a comprehensive music and worship ministry. The Worship Pastor will work collaboratively with the Senior Pastor, church staff, and volunteers to plan and lead worship services and provide music ministry opportunities for children, youth, and adults.

Responsibilities

• Leading worship services
• Directing choirs and other music groups
• Developing musicians and volunteers
• Coordinating seasonal and special programs
• Providing administrative leadership for the music ministry

Requirements

• Demonstrated calling to Christian ministry
• Strong musical ability
• Technical knowledge related to worship ministry
• Support for the Baptist Faith & Message 2000

Qualifications

• Seminary training preferred but not required
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Worship Values

The Worship Pastor will uphold and embody the following worship values:

• Theologically rich truth proclaimed together: Hymns, songs, or anthems rich in biblical truth, with old songs made fresh and new songs made familiar, all pointing to God and the gospel.
• Multi-generational and diverse worship: Leading all ages and backgrounds in worship together, recognizing and utilizing the giftings of all ages and stages.
• Excellence in worship components: Preparation and excellence in music, spirituality, and leadership to guide the congregation in worship.
• Training next generations of worship leaders: Equipping and utilizing the gifts of the next generation to lead and engage in worship.
• Creativity in using gifts and talents: Employing creative arts and the unique abilities of members to engage in worshipful ways.
• Unity in worship: Celebrating and magnifying God, fostering unity through a shared focus on truth, scripture, praise, and worship.
• Worship extending beyond gatherings: Encouraging family worship and post-Sunday reflection in homes and communities.

To apply, submit a résumé, references, and available video/audio samples of worship or musical leadership to resumes@taylorroad.org.