Church of the Cross Vision: Church of the Cross is a growing community of faith where Jesus Christ changes lives. We welcome the Holy Spirit so all will discover their God given gifts and delight in sharing the love of Christ in the community and the world. Grace so pervades the atmosphere of the church, that questions, doubts, and fears can be honestly expressed and every person is loved, respected, nurtured, and celebrated.

Reports to: The Worship Leader reports directly to the pastor but must also collaborate with the choir director. Access is also available to the Staff-Parish Relations Chair in accordance with the Church of the Cross-employee handbook.

Summary of the Position: The Worship Leader provides leadership, vision and passion in the area of music ministries while taking the lead in creating and implementing new worship opportunities in line with the vision of COTC.

Key Responsibilities:

Work with the Pastor: To coordinate the music for the weekly worship services.

Lead and Coordinate Worship Services: Plan, prepare, and lead worship in church services, ensuring a spiritually engaging and meaningful experience for the community.

Select and Arrange Worship Songs: As worship leader, appropriately select music that aligns with the theme and purpose of each service. Arrange songs in a way that creates a cohesive and impactful worship flow. Ability to blend all styles of music in a meaningful way.

Lead Musical Rehearsals: Coordinate and lead rehearsals with musicians, vocalists, and other worship team members to ensure a polished and synchronized performance.

Provide Musical Direction and Guidance: Give clear direction to musicians and vocalists during rehearsals and worship services, ensuring proper dynamics, timing, and musical interpretation.

Foster a Spirit of Worship: Create an atmosphere that encourages and facilitates worship. Lead congregational singing, modeling a heartfelt expression of praise and adoration to glorify God.

Collaborate with Worship Team Members: Work closely with musicians, choirs, and technical teams to ensure seamless coordination during church services.

Continuously Develop Musical Skills and Knowledge: Stay updated with current worship music trends and techniques. Expand musical repertoire and skillset to bring variety and excellence to worship services. Use instrumental music, knowledge of music theory, and more.

Participate in Worship Planning Meetings: Attend worship planning meetings with the senior pastor, pastoral staff, and other team members to contribute ideas and share feedback.

Engage in Ongoing Spiritual Growth: Cultivate a growing relationship with God through prayer, Bible study, and spiritual disciplines. Continually seek personal and spiritual growth to lead others in worship effectively.

Qualifications: A strong foundation in music is essential. The worship leader should possess strong vocal skills. They should also have a good understanding of music theory and be able to lead a band effectively. They should be able to lead congregational singing and deliver solos with confidence and excellence. Though not essential, a candidate who demonstrates proficiency in playing an instrument such as guitar or piano, is most beneficial. The candidate should have a broad knowledge of various worship music genres, including contemporary Christian, gospel, hymns, and multicultural worship songs. They should be able to select songs that resonate with the congregation and align with the overall worship vision. They should also have the ability to inspire and engage the congregation in worship. As music minister, the candidate should demonstrate a deep personal faith and a vibrant relationship with God. They should possess a genuine love for worship and a desire to lead others into a deeper experience of worship. They should also have a good understanding of biblical principles and be able to integrate them into the worship services. The worship leader should have a positive attitude and excellent interpersonal skills. They should be a team player, leading people such as musicians, vocalists, volunteers, technical teams, and the congregation. This will help to foster a collaborative and supportive worship environment. While not always mandatory, prior experience in leading worship in a church setting can be advantageous. Experience in the music industry, coordinating worship teams, organizing rehearsals, and leading worship services helps demonstrate the candidate’s ability to fulfill the role effectively. A willingness to learn and grow is important for a worship leader. They should be open to feedback, actively seek opportunities for personal and professional development, and stay updated with current trends and practices in worship leading

Job Type: Part-time

Expected hours: No more than 10 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

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