Praise and Worship Leader/ Choir Director

Emmanuel United Methodist Church is looking for it’s next Worship Leader! We currently offer one worship service on Sunday morning at 10:00am that is blended (a traditional hymn and contemporary praise and worship music) with a choral piece sung by our volunteer choir each Sunday from Labor Day through Memorial Day (choir is off during the summer months). We are planning on launching a second worship service within the next 6 months that will include a modern/contemporary music style for worship.

Time Requirements: This is a part-time position (20-25 hours/week)

Compensation: $20,000 - $25,000 annually.

Worship Leader Responsibilities & Duties

  • Plan and lead weekly worship services

  • Select and arrange music for worship services

  • Coordinate and lead rehearsals with worship team members and choir

  • Collaborate with pastors and other church staff to integrate the worship service theme

  • Facilitate congregational singing and participation

  • Oversee and mentor volunteer musicians and singers

  • Maintain and manage musical equipment and supplies

  • Develop and implement worship plans for special services and events

  • Lead worship in a way that aligns with the church's vision and theology

  • Engage and encourage the congregation in meaningful worship experiences

Worship Leader Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in music, theology, or a related field preferred OR appropriate field experience

  • Proficiency in playing a musical instrument, such as guitar or piano

  • Experience leading worship in a church setting

  • Strong vocal abilities

  • Knowledge of a wide range of worship music genres

  • Ability to read music and understand musical theory

  • Strong organizational and planning skills

  • Ability to work collaboratively with others

  • Experience with sound and multimedia equipment

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Professed Christian faith and active involvement in a church

  • Demonstrated musical talent and leadership abilities

  • A passion for worship and a desire to lead others spiritually

  • Strong understanding of worship practices and traditions

  • Ability to manage and lead a team of musicians and singers

  • Effective time management and organizational skills

  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

  • Flexibility to adapt to different worship styles and environments

  • Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development

  • Ability to create a welcoming and inclusive worship environment

 

Emmanuel United Methodist Church is a loving congregation with a missional focus! The 2025 Emmanuel UMC Family Prayer reads, “Lord, help us to remember that we are a family that learns and grows together. Help us break through the limitations of this world to seek our dreams, aligned with God’s will, of becoming a place where the needs of our community are met, where relationships are built, and where Jesus Christ remains our heart. Amen.”