Worship Leader

Principal Function: The Worship Leader will help the congregation make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world by planning, developing, directing, coordinating worship at Edgewood United Methodist Church.

Qualifications: Preferably the Worship Leader shall have completed a Degree in the field of music. The individual shall have a firm grasp of the concept of church and sacred music and shall be skilled in the implementation of an effective music ministry in

the church. The individual shall have some ministry experience (volunteer and/or paid) in the church.

Expected Hours: This position is quarter time and hours range from 10-15 weekly

Duties/Expectations: The Worship Leader will perform the following duties:

1. Lead the Edgewood Church in the area of worship in cooperation with the pastor, organist, pianist, choir, contracted musicians and future volunteers.

2. Coordinate for the monthly Brunch at the Table Worship Experience

3. Coordinate and Lead 10:30 worship service weekly

4.Coordinate special worship services that are seasonal like: Christmas Eve & Holy Week

5. Develop worship teams for a diversified experience being mindful of sacred music, traditional and contemporary models

6. Share the worship experience with those who worship online through social media

7. Able to lead worship with voice and instrument

8. Coordinate music with audio/video operators for sound and video projection.

9. Suggest and implement with the pastor new music ministries that might connect unchurched people of the community with Edgewood UMC.

10. Leader in technology improvements and training:

1. Make recommendations for improvements,
2. Work with the Church Council for approval
3. Coordinate with contractors to implement changes
4. Train volunteers to run
5. Supervise an intern seasonally from UINDY and or Southport HS.

11. Manage an annual budget that reflects a growth in the area of worship

Compensation: TBD (Commensurate with Experience)

Vacations: Starting: Two Weeks

Term: Contracted 1 year with hope to renew