Music & Worship Minister

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

Position Type:Full-time with benefits

Schedule:Tuesday–Friday, Sunday services, occasional evenings, and special events

Reports to:Senior Pastor

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is seeking a passionate, gifted
Worship and Music Minister
to lead our congregation in meaningful, spirit-filled worship. This ministry leader will guide all aspects of worship and music programming, honoring Lutheran liturgical traditions while fostering creativity, participation, and spiritual growth within the congregation.

• Collaborate with the Senior Pastor and pastoral team to plan worship that aligns with the Lutheran liturgical calendar, weekly scripture, and sermon themes.
• Select and integrate both traditional and contemporary music that reflects Lutheran heritage and congregational diversity.
• Plan and direct music for all regular and special worship services (Advent, Lent, Holy Week, Christmas, Easter, funerals, weddings).
• Oversee sound and multimedia systems for services and events.
• Manage live streaming for worship services and special events.

• Direct and rehearse the GSLC Choir, Children’s Choir, Bell Choir, and special music groups.
• Recruit, train, and nurture volunteers in music and arts ministries.
• Provide spiritual leadership and pastoral care to music ministry participants.

• Schedule and coordinate all musical and artistic components of worship.
• Maintain the church’s music library, instruments, and audio/video equipment.
• Develop and manage the Worship & Music budget.
• Prepare worship-related content for bulletins, newsletters, and the church website.

• Cultivate a welcoming, vibrant music and arts community within the church.
• Organize workshops, seminars, or retreats to deepen understanding of worship and liturgical music.
• Utilize audio/video technology to enhance in-person and online worship experiences.

• Serve as a liaison between music ministry and other church ministries.
• Coordinate artistic expressions such as drama or dance, ensuring they complement Lutheran liturgical practices.

• A vibrant faith in Jesus Christ and alignment to the mission of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.
• Bachelor’s degree in Music or related field is preferred.
• Experience in church music ministry. Knowledge of Lutheran liturgy and hymnody is preferred.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to inspire and mentor volunteers.
• Proficiency in vocal and instrumental music; ability to conduct choirs and ensembles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Committed to the values and mission of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.

This position is based on-site at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and includes a dedicated office. Occasional remote work possible in some capacity.

Compensation is competitive and will be determined based on experience and qualifications. Benefits are included.