Worship Director

Church Description

MT PLEASANT BAPTIST CHURCH is a Southern Baptist Church located in the foothills of western NC in Wilkesboro, NC about 1-hour west of Winston-Salem, NC. The church has over 1,000 in attendance each Sunday with three services: 8 am, 9:30 am and 11 am. The church is Bible-centered and follows the orthodox teachings of Scripture. The church is family-centered and committed to teaching and training families to raise godly children. The worship is contemporary with a Praise Team/band and utilizes a blend of hymns and the use of choirs…children and adult. The church is very mission-minded and community focused in outreach. The church website is: www.mpbc.church.

Worship Director 

Job Purpose:

To further the mission of MPBC by being a person of Christian character and integrity in leading our worship ministries. To assist the pastor/elders in planning and developing weekly services and growing the worship ministries at MPBC. To create an atmosphere of worship and teamwork among the praise team and choir members and all other areas of our worship ministries.

Character:  

• Upholding biblical priorities in your life and in the life of your family, exemplifying Christian character, maturity and integrity
• If married, or married with a family, an evident, God-honoring family life that will be an example to the rest of the congregation
• A strong work ethic, being self-motivated
• Humble, gracious, and kind with all people, understanding that you are working with volunteers
• A desire for people to come to know Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.

Qualifications: 

• An intimate, growing relationship with Jesus Christ
• A well-developed understanding of Scripture and a passion to make the Word of God known
• A passion for prayer, setting the tone for prayer within the music and worship ministries
• Formal education (preferred) or proven experience necessary to perform all the various aspects of this ministry, which include:
• Instrumental and vocal competency (ability to read music) and understand the nuances of musical arrangements for praise teams and choirs
• A depth of musical appreciation and expertise including contemporary worship, choir, and special event leadership
• Good communication skills (written and oral) with the ability to encourage people

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technological understanding of Planning Center and Pro-Presenter
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Musical arrangement skills

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Pastors/Elders weekly regarding song selection and overall functioning of the worship ministries in the church. Must communicate well in a fast-paced environment
• Lead and oversee all worship for Sunday and Wednesday services, upholding biblical principles and musical excellence so that Christ is glorified as our people experience Him
• Communicate weekly music and production notes to the worship and production teams via Planning Center and email, including band/vocal parts and verbal communication for transitions
• Lead weekly practices with the Praise Team and choir, as well as oversee children’s music ministries
• Ensure the execution of the worship services and practices, set-up, rehearsal, and breakdown of stage and building
• Oversee ongoing development of future staff and wise stewardship of hardware, software, internet, and engineering resources, including: audio, lighting, video, and media
• Lead, guide, advise, and provide leadership for the staff and volunteers of this ministry
• Lead the recruitment and development of new musicians and vocalists, organizing auditions, and ensuring the MPBC Volunteer Covenant is followed
• Provide spiritual leadership to assure participants are growing spiritually as a direct result of their involvement in the worship ministries of the church
• Develop and maintain a good working and collaborative relationship with the other Staff members and ministry leaders within the church.
• Oversee music and worship needs for all areas of body life, including but not limited to funerals and weddings, as needed
• Development of the strategic plans necessary for the expansion and continued growth of the worship ministries
• Maintain overall leadership and oversight of the finances of the ministry by tracking and stewarding the department budget under the direction of the Pastors/Elders
• Participate in the body-life of the church, being involved as a family in the other ministries and activities of the church
• Teaching of musical lessons should be coordinated so as not to conflict with work schedules
• Adherence to and embodiment of the requirements of the MPBC Employee Covenant and Code of Ethics

MPBC’s Desire For You:

·      We want to see you thrive in this calling, knowing that the Lord is using your abilities and talents for His kingdom as you lead people in worship

·      We want you to know that you will have co-workers who will love you, support you, and encourage you and your family

·      We will strive to grow with you as you walk with us in our journey to know Jesus and make Him known

·      We offer you the opportunity to provide mentorship to the next generation as we seek to raise up young leaders who will seek to serve Jesus Christ and grow His kingdom

Next Steps:

·      Provide 3 work-related and 3 non-work-related references

·      Provide 3 video examples of your previous work

·      Provide a 5-7 minute video expressing your salvation experience, your call to the ministry and how you believe the Lord has gifted you for this position