Worship Pastor Job Bloomington area,Minnesota USA,Creative Arts/Media

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Worship Pastor
Hillside Church – Bloomington, MN

Overview

The Worship Pastor is a spiritual and artistic leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of the church’s worship ministry. This role involves planning and leading dynamic worship services, cultivating a vibrant worship culture, and discipling the musicians, vocalists, and technical volunteers who serve in this ministry. The ideal candidate possesses a pastor’s heart, a passion for leading people into God’s presence, and a deep sense of humility and joy.

Responsibilities

Worship Leadership and Planning

Plan, prepare, and lead weekly worship services and special events, such as Christmas and Easter services, ensuring a cohesive and spiritually enriching experience.
Select, arrange, and prepare songs that are theologically sound and align with the weekly sermon theme in collaboration with the Lead Pastor and other staff.
Lead the congregation in worship through music, prayer, and reading of scripture.
Utilize and oversee worship technology, including sound, lighting, and media, to enhance the worship experience.

Team Development and Discipleship

Recruit, audition, train, and mentor worship team members, including vocalists, musicians, and production volunteers.
Invest in the spiritual growth of the worship team by providing pastoral care, conducting regular rehearsals, and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and humble team environment.
Provide leadership for other worship ministries within the church, which may include youth and children’s worship.
Empower and raise up new worship leaders from within the congregation.

Pastoral and Administrative Duties

Serve as a member of the pastoral staff, participating in staff meetings, sharing in pastoral care duties (e.g., hospital visits, weddings, and funerals), and championing the overall church vision.
Communicate effectively with church staff and volunteers, managing schedules and providing all necessary resources for rehearsals and services.
Develop and manage the annual worship ministry budget.
Oversee the maintenance, organization, and purchase of all worship equipment and instruments.

Qualifications and Skills

Spiritual and Character Qualifications

A mature Christian faith with a deep, personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Lives a life that is above reproach, marked by humility, integrity, and a servant’s heart (1 Tim 3:1-7).
Possesses a deep passion for worship and a heart for shepherding people.
A demonstrated ability to lead and work collaboratively within a pastoral team and with volunteers.
A demonstrated joy for evangelism, discipleship and mission.

Musical and Technical Skills

Strong vocal ability and proficiency in one or more musical instruments (e.g., guitar, piano).
Familiarity with a wide range of worship music styles, from traditional to contemporary.
Experience with worship technologies, including sound systems, multimedia software, and audio/video production.
Strong musical knowledge, including the ability to read and arrange music.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in music, theology, or a related field is preferred.
Previous experience leading worship in a church setting is required, with 3–5 years preferred.

Position Details

Reports to:

Senior Pastor or his designee
Position Type:
Full-Time with benefits
Location:

Bloomington, MN
Compensation: TBD

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