Worship Pastor

Objective: The Worship Pastor helps lead the church-wide worship ministry of Boca Community in a way that is biblically grounded, spiritually healthy, and aligned with the vision of the church. This person will plan and lead worship services, pastor and develop worship and production teams, and help create a culture where worship is about God’s glory, congregational participation, and spiritual formation.

We believe worship is bigger than music and bigger than a Sunday service. Worship is a whole-life response to God. At the same time, this role is specifically responsible for leading and developing our corporate worship ministry.

Service Leadership

• Plan and lead worship services that align with the church’s theology, values, and weekly direction.
• Help lead services in a way that encourages the congregation to participate, not simply observe.
• Work closely with the Senior Pastor in shaping service flow, song selection, and key worship moments.
• Use transitions, Scripture, prayer, and other service elements thoughtfully to help prepare hearts for worship.
• Introduce new songs carefully, making sure they are theologically sound and a good fit for the church.
• Lead special worship gatherings when needed, including prayer-focused nights, holiday services, and other church-wide moments.

Team Leadership & Development

• Recruit, train, schedule, and develop musicians, vocalists, and worship leaders.
• Build a healthy worship ministry culture marked by preparation, humility, unity, and spiritual maturity.
• Pastor and care for worship and production team members through encouragement, prayer, and personal connection.
• Help identify and develop emerging leaders within the ministry.
• Provide leadership and development for younger worship environments, including Student Ministry, school worship teams, and other next-generation settings, helping create consistency, growth, and a clear pathway for younger leaders.
• Invest relationally in team members beyond rehearsals and services.

Spiritual Leadership

• Lead with a pastoral heart, helping create worship environments that are spiritually healthy and Christ-centered.
• Foster a ministry culture where dependence on the Holy Spirit, prayer, and biblical truth remain central.
• Model spiritual maturity, humility, and a genuine love for the Lord and His church.
• Help ensure worship ministry reflects the broader discipleship values of Boca Community.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with the production team to ensure services are supported with excellence and clarity.
• Build strong working relationships with audio, lighting, visual, and technical volunteers and staff.
• Collaborate with the Senior Pastor, Executive Pastor, and other staff in planning services and ministry moments.
• Communicate clearly and consistently so teams are prepared and aligned.
• Receive feedback well and contribute to a healthy culture of growth and improvement.

Organizational Leadership

• Oversee worship ministry resources, equipment, and budget responsibly.
• Help create strong systems for scheduling, rehearsals, communication, and planning.
• Support church-wide events and ministry initiatives as needed.
• Work well across departments so worship ministry strengthens the larger mission of the church.

Qualifications:

• A strong and growing relationship with Jesus Christ and a clear sense of calling to ministry.
• Experience leading worship in a church setting.
• Strong vocal and musical ability, with instrumental proficiency preferred.
• Ability to lead both from the platform and behind the scenes.
• A pastoral heart with the ability to care for and develop people.
• Familiarity with worship technology, including tracks, click, and common planning tools.
• Strong relational, communication, and organizational skills.
• Agreement with Boca Community’s Statement of Faith and ministry philosophy.