Worship Minister Springfield Missouri

East Sunshine Church of Christ – Springfield, MO

Worship Minister Job Description

The Big Picture

• A heart for the spiritual formation of the church and those who visit us as well as all those involved in the

Worship Ministry. One who is foremost a minister and also a strong musician.

• Relational skills necessary to engage a large church in worship - One who leads worship by worshipping.

• Proven competence in organizing, administrating and interpersonal relationships.

• Proven competence in instrumental, choral, and vocal leadership and music training.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Worship Service Planning and Leadership

• Liturgical Coordination: Select appropriate hymns, praise songs, and other worship music that

align with sermon themes, the preaching calendar, and the congregation’s theological stance.

• Order of Service Creation: Develop cohesive worship plans, incorporating music, readings,

prayers, drama and other worship elements that flow naturally and reinforce the spiritual focus of

each gathering.

• Ensemble Direction: Provide leadership and coordination of all worship teams—including

praise teams, bands, choirs, and other creative worship groups—to achieve the goals of each

gathering.

• Personal Participation: Frequently lead worship in person (including both a cappella and

instrumental assemblies, as well as midweek services) to model excellence and authenticity in

worship.

2. Team Management and Development

• Volunteer Recruitment and Training: Identify, recruit, and audition skilled musicians, singers,

and other worship participants. Provide training, mentorship, and spiritual guidance, fostering

their musical growth, spiritual maturity, and accountability.

• Leadership Development: Mentor emerging leaders and develop their leadership skills,

ensuring a pipeline of capable individuals who can effectively lead worship in various settings.

• Nurturing Diverse Offerings: Cultivate both a cappella and/or instrumental services, expanding

the congregation’s musical vocabulary and engaging the breadth of its worship traditions.

• Growth Opportunities: Seek out and coordinate retreats, workshops, and other professional

development opportunities to enhance team members’ spiritual depth, musicianship, and creative

expression.

3. Pastoral Care and Spiritual Formation

• Spiritual Leadership: Encourage a Christ-centered environment within the worship team

through prayer, discipleship, and mutual support.

• Mentorship and Accountability: Help team members grow spiritually as well as musically,

ensuring their service arises from a place of genuine faith and worship.4. Collaboration with Church Leadership and Ministries

• Inter-Ministerial Coordination: Work closely with the preaching minister, other staff

ministers, worship elders, and creative worship teams to plan and execute worship services and

special events that align with the church’s vision and mission.

• Special Events Management: Coordinate worship elements for significant church events, such

as special services, church productions, funerals, weddings, and seasonal celebrations (Advent,

Christmas, Lent, Easter, etc.).

• Cross-Ministry Initiatives: Collaborate with ministry leaders (e.g., children’s, youth, drama,

outreach) to ensure that all musical, technical, and logistical needs are met with excellence.

5. Worship Ministry Administration

• Budgeting and Resource Management: Oversee the worship ministry budget, ensuring wise

stewardship of funds related to musical instruments, sound equipment, music licensing,

subscriptions, and other expenses. Regularly review and track monthly subscriptions to reduce

waste and maintain budget adherence.

• Licensing and Copyright Compliance: Ensure proper CCLI and other copyright reporting so

that royalties are correctly compensated, and the church operates within legal guidelines.

• Music Library and Technology Oversight: Maintain an organized library of music, chord

charts, and scores. Collaborate with AV/tech teams to ensure high-quality sound, lighting,

multimedia, and livestream experiences. Research and recommend technical improvements to

enhance the quality and efficiency of worship gatherings.

6. Online Presence and Media Management

• Digital Platforms Management: Edit and manage the church’s Vimeo and YouTube channels,

preparing regular engagement reports and making data-driven recommendations for improving

the online worship experience.

• Online Monitoring: Monitor the online presence of worship services, staying aware of audience

engagement and suggesting changes to improve the congregation’s digital worship offerings.

7. Outreach and Community Building Through Worship

• Expanding Ministry Opportunities: Develop additional ministries or programs that allow

members to use their gifts—such as choral groups, children’s choruses, youth bands, drama

groups, and other creative arts ministries—to broaden the worship and outreach repertoire of the

congregation.

• Community Events: Organize concerts, special worship nights, weddings, funerals and

community programs that extend the church’s mission, engage the neighborhood, and encourage

participation from diverse audiences.

8. Other Duties as Assigned

• Flexible Service: Fulfill other responsibilities as delegated by church elders, leveraging personal

strengths and the congregation’s needs.

Job Relationship: Direct report with 1 elder and working closely with deacon of worship