What are the responsibilities and job description for the Modern Music Worship Leader position at Franklin First United Methodist Church?
About Franklin First United Methodist Church
Franklin First United Methodist Church is a vibrant, growing congregation in the heart of historic Franklin, Tennessee. Founded in 1799, we have been serving our community for more than two centuries while remaining committed to our mission of making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.
The 3,000-member Franklin First United Methodist Church is seeking a passionate, gifted, and spiritually mature Leader of Modern Music Worship to lead our contemporary worship ministry. This individual will work collaboratively with the Director of Music Ministries and pastoral staff to create engaging, Christ-centered worship experiences that invite people into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.
If you enjoy leading authentic worship, developing volunteer musicians, and serving as part of a healthy and collaborative ministry team, we would love to hear from you.
Position Information
Position: Leader of Modern Music Worship
Classification: Exempt
Employment: Part-Time (averaging 20 hours per week, with additional hours during Holy Week, Easter, Christmas, and other major worship events)
Reports To: Director of Music Ministries
Position Summary
The Leader of Modern Music Worship provides musical and spiritual leadership for Franklin First's two weekly modern worship services. In collaboration with the Director of Music Ministries and pastoral staff, this individual plans worship music that supports the weekly message and Scripture, prepares and leads rehearsals, develops volunteer musicians, and leads meaningful worship that reflects the mission of Franklin First United Methodist Church.
Primary Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Director of Music Ministries and pastoral staff to plan worship music that complements the weekly sermon, Scripture, and worship theme.
- Lead worship for the 8:30 AM and 11:15 AM Modern Worship Services.
- Prepare and lead weekly rehearsals for volunteer vocalists and instrumentalists.
- Recruit, schedule, mentor, and encourage members of the praise team while fostering a culture of musical excellence, teamwork, and spiritual growth.
- Utilize Planning Center Online, MultiTracks, ProPresenter, Ableton Live, and related worship technology in planning and preparing weekly worship.
- Assist in planning and leading music for seasonal worship services, including Christmas, Holy Week, Easter, and other special worship events.
- Work collaboratively with church staff to support the mission and ministries of Franklin First United Methodist Church.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A vibrant and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
- Experience leading contemporary worship in a church setting.
- Strong vocal ability and proficiency leading worship while accompanying on guitar or another suitable instrument (guitar preferred).
- Experience recruiting, mentoring, and leading volunteer musicians and vocalists.
- Proficiency with Planning Center Online, ProPresenter, MultiTracks, Ableton Live, and current worship technologies.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- A bachelor's degree in music or equivalent education and ministry experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with United Methodist (Wesleyan) worship traditions and theology, with the ability to lead worship that reflects those values.
To Apply
Please submit:
- A cover letter
- A resume, including employment history
- Links to video samples demonstrating your worship leadership
Email application materials to secretary@franklinfumc.org with the subject line: Modern Music Worship Leader Application
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and will continue until the position is filled.
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Franklin, TN 37069