Contemporary Worship Leader

Job Summary:
We are seeking a talented, passionate, and inclusive Worship Leader to join our team. As the Contemporary Worship Leader, you will play a vital role in leading our congregation in worship by providing music that is modern, inspirational, and relevant. You'll be responsible for directing our worship band and singers.

You’ll be part of an inclusive and loving community that is active in mission work, small groups, and investing in the next generation.

Responsibilities:

• Lead Contemporary Worship services with music and prayer that is modern, inspirational, and relevant to the worship theme.
• Recruit, schedule, and develop worship band musicians and singers.
• Direct weekly band practice (evening).
• Select and arrange appropriate songs for worship.
• Record and plan music offerings for our weekly Church on the Go worship podcast.
• Collaborate with others to develop and grow Messiah’s online community.
• Maintain a commitment to excellence in the visuals, sounds, and accessibility of worship.
• Create an atmosphere of worship that encourages participation and engagement from the congregation.
• Stay up-to-date with current worship music trends and incorporate new songs into services.
• Monitor payroll and budget for Contemporary Worship.
• Provide opportunities for people of a wide range of ages, cultures, and abilities to serve.
• Collaborate for special events involving worship band, such as: Block Party or Vacation Bible Camp
• Develop opportunities for outreach and community building, such as: musicals or a youth band.
• Historically, this person has also been active with musical productions (every 2 years).

Qualifications:

• 3 Years of related experience, showing proficiency in leading Contemporary Worship.
• Accomplished vocalist, keyboard/pianist and/or guitarist.
• Experience playing and/or leading contemporary, pop, and/or rock bands.
• Spiritual maturity, social-emotional health, and a desire to learn and grow in faith.
• A creative, collaborative spirit, committed to inclusion and hospitality.
• Commitment to the long-term health, vitality, and witness of the church.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise others, including: staff, contractors, and volunteers.
• Available Sunday mornings, some evenings, and church holidays, including: Easter and Christmas Eve.

Main Objectives:

• Direct Messiah’s worship band and Contemporary Worship service.
• Develop worship that is invitational, relational, and transformational.
• Embody Messiah’s values of hospitality and inclusion to reach our mission of growing disciples.
• Collaborate with other ministry areas to strengthen and grow disciples.
• Develop, nurture, and invite musicians to share their gifts, growing our music ministry.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and recording sample.

Job Type: Part-time

Expected hours: 10 – 15 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Ability to Relocate:

• Minneapolis, MN 55447: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person