Religious | Presbyterian Church in America
Full-Time
Posted: Nov 2, 2024
Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2024
Description
Who We Are
Lexington Presbyterian Church (LPC) is a reformed, confessional, multi-generation church located in Lexington, SC. Lexington, a suburb of the South Carolina state capital, is a thriving, diverse, family-oriented community with strong schools and a growing economy. LPC is a church of 400-500 members with weekly attendance of around 300.
At LPC, “For God’s glory, we are making disciples of Jesus as we worship, love, and serve.”
Our Worship
Our worship liturgy is a relationship; a dialogue begun by God. He speaks to us through His word and we respond. Ourmusic is a balance of theologically-rich hymns and songs from traditional hymnody, re-tunings of old texts, and modern compositions that express the diverse worship of the Church across generations and cultures. Congregational singing is led vocally by a worship ensemble and choir. Accompaniment includes various combinations of piano, organ, guitar, and acoustic ensemble.
Basic Foundation:
LPC is seeking a Director of Music and Worship in either a full or part-time capacity. The Director of Music and Worship is a man who, in conjunction with the senior pastor, plans and implements the music and worship liturgy of LPC. The objective is to equip the congregation to “sing a new song” in vibrant, biblical worship, appropriately incorporating and preserving classic hymnody with the mindful use of new, rich hymns and songs to balance and to blend a robust spectrum of confessional worship in Spirit and in Truth (John 4:24).
Our worship follows the historic Presbyterian lineage of the Protestant Reformation.
Duties and Responsibilities (Part-time - 20-25 hours/week)
● Collaborate with the pastors in the preparation of the weekly worship liturgy, utilizing biblical themes,readings, confessions, prayers, hymns, songs, and choir anthems that complement the sermon text.
● Direct and lead music for worship services.
● Prepare musical portions of the weekly worship guide and projections using current software.
● Plan and implement liturgy for special services, including but not limited to, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Christmas Eve.
● Rehearse with the worship team in preparation for worship services.
● Communicate faithfully with the pastors, staff, and Worship Committee.
● Supervise interns and the A/V Coordinator that participate in LPC music services.
● Recruit, equip, motivate, supervise, and shepherd volunteer music team leaders and musicians.
● Educate the congregation towards a better understanding of classical and modern hymnody.
● Develop and manage the music ministry budget.
● Oversee the maintenance and care of church instruments (e.g., cleaning, tuning).
● Participate in the life and ministry of the church.
Duties and Responsibilities (Full Time - 40 hours/week)
All of the above plus:
● Direct an adult choir (this shall include selection of appropriate music, development of existing members of the choir and recruitment of new members).
● Work towards development of a youth/children’s choir program.
● Concerts: As resourcing permits, plan, promote, and host a concert series with Christian-based musicians and groups.
● Attend weekly staff meetings.
● Oversee the preparation of worship slides for projection.
● Oversee A/V media on website and social media (apple podcasts, etc).
● Personal Development/Resource: Stay abreast with the latest resources that discuss congregational worship and music ministry.
● Oversee sound and technical aspects of worship.
● Other duties as assigned.
How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and philosophy of worship to careers@lexpreschurch.com. Please use the subject line “Director of Music and Worship." Thank you for your interest. We look forward to reviewing your application and considering you for this vital leadership role within our church community.
Salary: Undisclosed
Requirements
Qualifications:
● A commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ and to the doctrinal standards of the PCA as articulated in the Westminster Confession of Faith and catechisms.
● A clear call to music ministry with experience, expertise, and passion for worship.
● Broad knowledge of Christian worship music across multiple styles and generational tastes.
● Ability to lead congregation singing with voice and accompanying instrument (piano and/or guitar).
● Degree(s) in music preferred.
● Familiarity with software such as Planning Center, Microsoft Office, music notation software, and Church Center.
● Ability to coordinate, motivate and shepherd musicians and technical team members.
● Dependable, responsible, self-motivated, and creative.
● Experience working in a church-based music ministry with choirs and worship teams is highly desired. Prior experience in church music ministry preferred.
How to Apply
Primary Contact: Susan Jackson
Email: careers@lexpreschurch.com
Phone: 8033599501
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