Worship Leader Job Board

Below is a list of outside worship leader internships and job opportunities.

For churches: If you’d like us to post a job, please send the information to office@iws.edu.

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Worship Pastor --- Denver, CO

Light of Christ Anglican Church is looking for a worship pastor for 32 hours a week. 

Additional information about the position is HERE

If interested in applying: 
• Send your resume with a cover letter to jobs@tlcdenver.org
• Where possible, please provide up to two links to services where you planned and led the worship music. These do not need to be polished. We simply want to hear/see you play, sing, and/or lead.

Worship Director -- Warsaw, IN

Warsaw Evangelical Presbyterian Church (located in Warsaw, Indiana) is in search of a new part-time and/or full-time Worship Director. Warsaw EPC is a historic church, located in the heart of downtown; where, since 1840, we have sought to “bring joy to our city.” Warsaw is located in the heart of Kosciusko County, with over 100 lakes for recreation and enjoyment. It’s also the home to a booming orthopedic industry and Grace College, meaning it provides the culture of a larger city without losing the “small-town feel.”

For more information in this position, please go HERE.

How to Apply:
• Interested candidates should submit a resume, a cover letter outlining their vision for
worship ministry, and a video sample of them leading worship to
Aaron@warsawpresby.org

 

Worship Director PT -- Thomasville, GA

Trinity Anglican of Thomasville, GA is looking for a part-time director of music. Job description can be found HERE.

Overview: Trinity Anglican Church is a joyful community located in the vibrant downtown of Thomasville, GA, a small town 35 miles north of Tallahassee, FL. Our vision is to love God, love people, and share life. We value worship that is rooted in the ancient rhythms of our Anglican heritage and open to the new work that the Holy Spirit is doing in our lives and community.

We are seeking a part-time (25 hours a week) Director of Music who will lead and coordinate worship music at Trinity. As a church that appreciates various styles of worship music, an ideal candidate will be able to coordinate music in both traditional and contemporary styles. While experience in an Anglican worship setting is preferred, candidates do not need to be Anglican to apply. This position reports to the Rector.

To apply: Please contact The Rev’d Morgan Clark – morgan@trinitythomasville.church

Director of Worship Arts and Contemporary Worship Leader -- Greenville, IL

Greenville (Illinois) Free Methodist Church is searching for its next full-time Director of Worship Arts and Contemporary Worship Leader.  Greenville FMC hosts both traditional and more contemporary worship services, in addition to a weekly youth gathering, a Celebrate Recovery service, and worship at our local Federal Corrections Institute.  GFMC also boasts a strong relationship with Greenville (Free Methodist-affiliated) University, including the university’s Worship Arts and Theology students.  Located 1 hour East of St. Louis (and only 35 minutes from the St. Louis suburbs), Greenville offers all the benefits and affordability of a small town with easy access to a larger city. 
 
For a more complete job description for this position, visit:
 
How to Apply:
• Interested candidates should submit a resume, a cover letter outlining experience and vision for
worship leadership, and a video sample of them leading worship to:
   
   
 
 

Worship Arts Pastor, PT -- Westminster, CO

Family in Christ Community Church in Westminster, CO is hiring a part-time worship arts pastor. Information about the church community, the job description, and details on how to apply for this position can be found HERE

Questions and application materials may be sent to: theteam@familyinchrist.com

Minister of Worship and Music, Beaverton, OR

St Matthew Lutheran Church (ELCA) of Beaverton OR is seeking a Minister of Worship and Music. This is an on-site full-time salaried position. The Minister of Worship and Music plans, coordinates and directs our congregational worship. The ideal candidate for this full-time role will create an engaging and spiritually enriching environment for our large, multigenerational congregation through music and other elements of worship. The Minister of Worship and Music collaborates with our clergy to create inspirational worship faithful to our Lutheran heritage and commits to excellence in traditional and contemporary worship styles. Musical training is essential. Skills should include vocal proficiency and instrumental capability, as well as creative planning.
Here are the major areas of work and responsibility related to this role:
  • Worship planning experience and understanding of the liturgical calendar of the church.
  • Supervise choir directors, musicians and worship teams.
  • Understand, support and adhere to ELCA theology.
  • Model and encourage a workplace and church environment that reflects our church’s values, showing grace while reducing conflict and improving communications.
  • Lead and oversee teams related to worship (e.g., tech, altar guild, ushers).
  • Proficiency with sound equipment and sound/video streaming.
  • Oversee the A/V Team leaders (Sound, Lighting, Video)
  • Responsible for all stage equipment and A/V equipment in Main Sanctuary.
  • Familiarity with worship technology platforms including ProPresenter, Planning Center and OBS.
  • Willingness to learn additional technology systems used by staff.
  • Organizational, prioritization and teambuilding skills.
  • Responsible for knowing and following the Child and Youth Safety Policy and the Safety Procedures.
  • Demonstrate understanding and full support of the mission of St. Matthew Lutheran Church.
  • Report to the Senior Pastor.
  • Demonstrate desire and ability to be a resource and support to other ministries at St. Matthew Lutheran Church.
 
Education & Experience:
  • Degree in music or related field preferred or commensurate experience.
  • Vocal proficiency and instrumental capability.
  • Experience in leading worship services.
  • Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal relationship skills.
  • Must be able to attend worship services, rehearsals and required meetings in person.
  • Pass background check.
Compensation and Full Time SMLC Employee Benefits:
  • $60,000- $70,000 DOE. This is a full-time position.
  • Employer Paid – Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • 2 Weeks Paid Accrued Vacation per Year
  • 30 hours Sick Paid Leave per Year
  • 11 Paid Holidays per Year
  • Paid Bereavement Leave available
  • 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
 
With a heritage that spans over 80 years, St. Matthew Lutheran Church is a large, multigenerational congregation dedicated to sharing the Gospel and growing together as faithful followers of Jesus Christ. Members of all ages participate in the planning of worship and work side by side with clergy and staff. Each worship service, whether traditional or contemporary, incorporates Lutheran theology and tradition. Currently an average of 300 people attend our two Sunday worship services at 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. with opportunities for learning and fellowship in between services. Understanding the need for continuous renewal and transformation, the community of SMLC has been actively involved in a process of long-range planning that has now culminated in a renewed commitment to the strengthening of ministries, an improvement of the building and grounds, and a three-year stewardship campaign.
 
Interested applicants please send a cover letter, resume and a recording of your music performance to:
St Matthew Lutheran Church
Attn: Steve Cecil, DRO
10390 SW Canyon Rd.
Beaverton, OR 97005
503-644-9148
Or by email: stevec@smlcfamily.org
 

INTERIM MUSIC DIRECTOR POSITION, St. Paul, MN

Messiah Episcopal Church, in St. Paul, MN is looking for a PT Interim Music Director. 

Are you a music professional looking to further your craft in a supportive and joyful environment? Do you strive to be part of a Christ-centered, diverse, creative, and enriching church community? If so, Messiah Episcopal Church might be the place for you.

Located in the Highland Park neighborhood of St. Paul, MN, Messiah Episcopal Church is a multi-cultural, multi-generational Episcopal church in the Anglican Communion. We are committed to the worship of God, the lordship of Jesus Christ, and the renewal through the Holy Spirit. Our Sunday worship blends liturgy with a variety of styles and music traditions, and the congregation is highly engaged in supporting our communal worship through music. Messiah’s Music Ministry Mission: Called by God and led by the Spirit to facilitate Christ-centered worship through sacramental music that renews and strengthens God’s people to go forth into the world.

A packet of information is available HERE.  

Applications and Inquiries should be sent to info@messiahepiscopal.org

 

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The Robert E. Webber Institute for Worship Studies posts employment opportunities and internships via our website for the convenience of our current students and alumni. Postings are based on the information provided by the employer, person, or institution offering the job or internship. IWS is unable to fully research the integrity or validity of each organization or person that posts a position or guarantee
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