Ministry of Music

Bethel Lutheran Church Worship Music Director: Job Description/Overview Oversee, manage, coordinate, and support all facets of the music ministry including special music, organists, praise teams, and choirs (vocal and handbells), blending into cohesive worship services.Collaborate with the pastoral team to create comprehensive worship services that include both the selection of traditional hymns and contemporary songs that align and are in accordance with the readings and sermon topics planned. Choose music selections that are in accordance with Bethel’s theological stance and the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS).Organize and oversee cohesive and large-scale worship services as deemed appropriate for Christmas, Easter, Reformation Sunday, etc.Actively participate in the worship service as a musician, according to gifts and abilities.Choral and Vocal Oversight: Bachelor’s degree in Music, Worship, Music Ministry, Music Education, or a related field preferred; however, candidates with demonstrated experience in choral directing, voice proficiency and other skills in the disciplines listed will be considered.Experience in leading both traditional and contemporary church music ministry, including choir and team leadership.Formal training in choral conducting or strong equivalent experience with a passion and appreciation for both traditional and contemporary worship music.Familiarity with soundboard & livestream technology and/or the ability and desire to learn.Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, leadership, conflict resolution, and team-building skills.Ability to inspire and develop volunteers of all ages, grow participation, and support a culture of spiritual excellence and collaboration. Has the ability to build and manage teams while establishing strong working relationships and collaborative team members.Deep Christian faith with a heart of service who desires to help both the congregation and church musicians grow and deepen their connection to God.