Part-Time Worship Leader – Contemporary Christian Worship

Employment Type:

Part-time

Start Date:

As soon as possible

Work Arrangement:
Primarily on-site, including Sunday morning services, rehearsals, and special events

House of Intercessory Prayer Ministries (HIPM) is a multicultural Pentecostal church established in Halifax, Nova Scotia, in 2012 and affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (PAOC).

Our congregation is made up of believers from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, with a significant representation from South Asian immigrant communities.

We are passionate about creating a welcoming, Christ-centred environment where people can grow spiritually, experience meaningful fellowship, and worship God in spirit and in truth.

We value Spirit-led worship, biblical teaching, prayer, discipleship, and the development of spiritual gifts.

Our worship style is primarily contemporary, incorporating modern Christian praise and worship music.

We are seeking a passionate, Spirit-filled, musically gifted, and committed Worship Leader to lead and develop our worship ministry.

This part-time position is ideal for someone who has a genuine calling to worship ministry, demonstrates strong musical and leadership abilities, and desires to help people encounter God through meaningful, Christ-centred worship.

The successful candidate will lead congregational worship, coordinate the worship team, and work closely with pastoral leadership to strengthen and develop the ministry.

We are particularly interested in candidates who can confidently lead worship vocally while playing the keyboard or another suitable musical instrument.

This opportunity may be especially suitable for Bible college students, recent graduates, emerging worship leaders, experienced musicians, or individuals seeking to develop their calling in worship ministry.

• Plan, prepare, and lead contemporary praise and worship during Sunday morning services and other scheduled church gatherings.
• Lead congregational worship vocally while playing the keyboard or another suitable musical instrument.
• Select biblically sound, spiritually meaningful, and congregation-appropriate worship songs in consultation with pastoral leadership.
• Encourage active congregational participation and cultivate a Christ-centred, prayerful worship environment.
• Support worship during special services, prayer meetings, and ministry events as scheduled.

• Prepare and schedule worship services using Church Trac or other designated church management tools.
• Organize song selections, arrangements, lyrics, and other materials required for worship services.
• Coordinate weekly worship practices and rehearsals.
• Ensure the worship team is prepared and organized before each service.
• Work collaboratively with the church’s media and technical teams to support smooth worship presentations.

• Identify, encourage, and develop musical and vocal talents within the congregation.
• Assist in recruiting, evaluating, and integrating new worship team members.
• Mentor and support team members in their musical skills, spiritual maturity, and ministry responsibilities.
• Promote teamwork, unity, accountability, and a positive ministry culture.
• Encourage team members to grow in their personal relationship with God and commitment to worship ministry.

• Model Christian character, humility, integrity, and servant leadership.
• Provide spiritual encouragement, prayer, and appropriate support to worship team members.
• Maintain a teachable spirit and willingness to receive guidance from pastoral leadership.
• Support the overall vision, mission, and ministry priorities of HIPM.
• Participate in ministry planning and team meetings as required.

• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and a lifestyle consistent with Christian faith and values.
• A genuine calling and passion for worship ministry.
• An understanding and appreciation of Pentecostal worship and the ministry of the Holy Spirit.
• Willingness to embrace and uphold HIPM’s Statement of Faith, mission, and ministry values.
• Commitment to spiritual growth, prayer, teamwork, and servant leadership.

• Strong vocal ability and confidence in leading congregational worship.
• Ability to play the…