Worship & Music Staff Opportunities

Worship & Music Staff Opportunities

St. John Lutheran Church – Bellville, Texas

St. John Lutheran Church in Bellville, Texas, is seeking gifted, creative, and faithful worship leaders and musicians to help shape and lead a vibrant ministry rooted in our Lutheran heritage while reaching toward the future.

We value worship that is deeply grounded in Word and Sacrament, are proud of our identity as an ELCA congregation, and embrace a variety of musical expressions and worship styles.

Position Structure & Compensation

We are open to structuring this ministry in several ways, including:

Multiple part-time positions sharing responsibilities among musicians, worship leaders, directors, and technical staffOne full-time Worship & Music Director overseeing the broader worship and music ministryA customized arrangement built around the gifts and calling of the right candidate(s)We are more interested in finding the right people than fitting applicants into a predetermined structure.

Compensation Guidelines

Full-Time Worship & Music Director: Approximately $75,000+ annually, based on experience and scope of responsibilitiesPart-Time & Shared Leadership Roles: Compensation scaled according to responsibilities and hoursContract or Week-to-Week Musicians: Starting around $150 per service or engagement, with opportunities for recurring leadership and expanded responsibilitiesCandidates with strengths in worship leadership, technology, directing ensembles, administration, or community music development are encouraged to apply.

About Our Congregation

St. John is a multi-generational congregation with a rich and diverse worship life.

Current Worship Schedule

Saturday – 6:00 PM
Informal worship featuring a rotating Country Gospel group, Women’s Choir, piano, and organ accompaniment

Sunday – 8:00 AM
Traditional liturgical worship in the ELCA Lutheran tradition with organ and/or piano, Men’s Choir, mixed choir, and bell choir

Sunday – 10:30 AM
Contemporary/blended worship with praise band and youth involvement

Wednesday – Noon
Midweek worship with a classic Americana style

We also have an active bell choir and host:

Sunday SchoolVacation Bible SchoolYouth MinistryCamp ExperiencesSeasonal and community events including:National Day of PrayerGood Ol’ Country Gospel ConcertConcordia GesangvereinLent & Advent servicesMany of these ministries include opportunities for music leadership and collaboration.

Areas of Responsibility

Responsibilities will vary depending on staffing structure and candidate gifts.

Worship Leadership & Planning

Collaborate with the pastor and worship team in planning worship servicesSelect music appropriate to seasons, themes, and Lutheran liturgical traditionsSupport worship that is both rooted and creativeAssist with special services including Advent, Lent, Holy Week, Christmas, weddings, funerals, and festivalsAbility to chant portions of the liturgy in the Lutheran tradition is appreciated but not requiredMusic Leadership

Coordinate and develop a variety of musical ensembles, including:

Traditional worship musiciansContemporary praise bandMen’s ChoirWomen’s ChoirEarly Birds Mixed ChoirYouth ChoirBell ChoirBluegrass musiciansGuest and seasonal musiciansWe value broad musical appreciation and creativity. Candidates do not need expertise in every style but should enjoy helping others offer their gifts in worship.

Technology & Worship Production

Oversee worship livestreaming and online worship presenceCoordinate sound, projection, and AV systemsRecruit and train volunteersHelp ensure excellence in both in-person and online worship experiencesFaith Formation & Congregational Life

Potential opportunities may include:

Youth ministry participation (VBS, camps, choirs)Community music outreachBuilding relationships with local and visiting musiciansSupporting church-wide events and ministriesConnections with area musicians and artists are a plus.

Qualifications

We are seeking candidates who:

Support and appreciate Lutheran ELCA theology and worship traditionsDemonstrate a living Christian faithWork collaboratively with staff and volunteersPossess strong organizational and interpersonal skillsAre comfortable working across multiple worship stylesHave musical proficiency in one or more areas:VoicePianoOrganInstrumental leadershipConductingHave familiarity with worship technology and AV systemsEnjoy empowering volunteers and building teamsFormal music education is welcomed but not required. We value passion, creativity, flexibility, and a heart for ministry.

Compensation

Compensation and hours are negotiable and based on experience, qualifications, and position structure (part-time or full-time).