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Worship Leader at United Methodist Communications Eaton Rapids, MI
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Worship Leader job at United Methodist Communications. Eaton Rapids, MI.
First United Methodist Church of Eaton Rapids
Eaton Rapids, Michigan 48827
Part Time , On-Site
CHURCH SUMMARY: First United Methodist Church of Eaton Rapids or FUMER, is a United Methodist church located in down-town Eaton Rapids. FUMER has a large and thriving music ministry with approximately 1/3 of the membership participating in music. We offer choirs, graded handbells, children’s music ministry in addition to a praise band. Eaton Rapids is a small, rural community. There are 2 services currently. 9:00 Traditional, organ and choir led service and 10:30 Contemporary/Casual, praise band led service. Both services are live-streamed. The membership is approximately 282 with another 278 on constituency roll. Sunday morning onsite attendance averages 207 over 2 services. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree preferred. Music emphasis in studies or equivalent experience JOB DESCRIPTION: Part-time Worship Leader The primary responsibilities of the part-time worship leader will be to plan and lead the second, contemporary worship service, and lead the praise band, Chalice. This position is directly accountable to our Director of Music (DOM). The successful candidate will possess an adaptable skill set and leadership capabilities, which will enable a worship ministry to grow with us as we revitalize our second service. The secondary responsibility is the worship technology director. In this role, you would oversee all aspects of worship technology including knowledge of sound system, programs, social media, livestreaming. It is anticipated that the duties associated with this position will take approximately 25 hours per week, with the understanding that some weeks will require more, and some less. The compensation will be commensurate with experience and/or education. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Continue to grow and mature in Christ as a godly person of integrity. Strong sense of calling and identity in Christ. Demonstrated leadership in being able to disciple those in his/her sphere of influence. 2. Provide leadership, vision, and passion for FUMER in the area of music worship ministries that is in line with the overall vision, purpose and mission of our church. 3. Coordinate with the DOM and Lead Pastor to create and lead the 10:30 Sunday morning worship service. This includes leading the Sunday Worship service, recruiting and developing a worship team and scheduling vocalists & instrumentalists. Responsibilities include preparation for and leading rehearsals, as well as consulting with the Lead Pastor to coordinate the music for the Sunday services. 4. Proficiency in leading worship with a strong vocal ability. Capability of leading with a guitar and/or keyboard is preferred, but not a requirement. 5. Work with the DOM to develop and administer an annual budget for Chalice in accordance with the financial policies of the church. 6. Attend a weekly staff meeting with the Lead Pastor and participate in the planning and implementation of church programs that will fulfill the mission and vision of the church. 7. Assist in planning, implementing and leading worship for special events outside of Sunday worship services when appropriate. 8. Lead a weekly 90-minute rehearsal for the praise band from Labor Day to Memorial Day. 9. Lead music for the Block Party (outdoor carnival at the church in the Fall) 10. Schedule, recruit and train sound technicians for Sundays and rehearsals 11. Recruit and train Livestream technicians for Sundays and other specials services as needed 12. Utilize programs such as Post Sunday to promote FUMER on social media during the week 13. Work with the children and youth briefly 3 Sundays a month during the 10:30 service and lead them in a song for worship about 1 time per month. 14. Attend both the 9:00 am service and the 10:30 service for Sunday mornings. Primary responsibility at the 9:00 service is to oversee technology. The primary responsibility at 10:30 would be to lead worship with the praise band and coordinate volunteers for that service. 15. Perform other duties as assigned by the DOM or Lead Pastor. INTERESTED CANDIDATES: Please submit your cover letter and resume in PDF form, including 3 references, to the following email address. Please use “Attention Worship Leader Search Committee” as the subject line of your email. Also, please include links to any social media platforms to which you post, blog, or post photos which demonstrate your proficiency in leading a musical group, your vocal abilities and any musical instruments you may play. brendafumer@gmail.com Organization: First United Methodist Church of Eaton Rapids Contact: Brenda Austin Phone: 5173310283 Closing Date: 06/06/2025
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Eaton Rapids, Michigan 48827
Part Time , On-Site
CHURCH SUMMARY: First United Methodist Church of Eaton Rapids or FUMER, is a United Methodist church located in down-town Eaton Rapids. FUMER has a large and thriving music ministry with approximately 1/3 of the membership participating in music. We offer choirs, graded handbells, children’s music ministry in addition to a praise band. Eaton Rapids is a small, rural community. There are 2 services currently. 9:00 Traditional, organ and choir led service and 10:30 Contemporary/Casual, praise band led service. Both services are live-streamed. The membership is approximately 282 with another 278 on constituency roll. Sunday morning onsite attendance averages 207 over 2 services. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree preferred. Music emphasis in studies or equivalent experience JOB DESCRIPTION: Part-time Worship Leader The primary responsibilities of the part-time worship leader will be to plan and lead the second, contemporary worship service, and lead the praise band, Chalice. This position is directly accountable to our Director of Music (DOM). The successful candidate will possess an adaptable skill set and leadership capabilities, which will enable a worship ministry to grow with us as we revitalize our second service. The secondary responsibility is the worship technology director. In this role, you would oversee all aspects of worship technology including knowledge of sound system, programs, social media, livestreaming. It is anticipated that the duties associated with this position will take approximately 25 hours per week, with the understanding that some weeks will require more, and some less. The compensation will be commensurate with experience and/or education. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Continue to grow and mature in Christ as a godly person of integrity. Strong sense of calling and identity in Christ. Demonstrated leadership in being able to disciple those in his/her sphere of influence. 2. Provide leadership, vision, and passion for FUMER in the area of music worship ministries that is in line with the overall vision, purpose and mission of our church. 3. Coordinate with the DOM and Lead Pastor to create and lead the 10:30 Sunday morning worship service. This includes leading the Sunday Worship service, recruiting and developing a worship team and scheduling vocalists & instrumentalists. Responsibilities include preparation for and leading rehearsals, as well as consulting with the Lead Pastor to coordinate the music for the Sunday services. 4. Proficiency in leading worship with a strong vocal ability. Capability of leading with a guitar and/or keyboard is preferred, but not a requirement. 5. Work with the DOM to develop and administer an annual budget for Chalice in accordance with the financial policies of the church. 6. Attend a weekly staff meeting with the Lead Pastor and participate in the planning and implementation of church programs that will fulfill the mission and vision of the church. 7. Assist in planning, implementing and leading worship for special events outside of Sunday worship services when appropriate. 8. Lead a weekly 90-minute rehearsal for the praise band from Labor Day to Memorial Day. 9. Lead music for the Block Party (outdoor carnival at the church in the Fall) 10. Schedule, recruit and train sound technicians for Sundays and rehearsals 11. Recruit and train Livestream technicians for Sundays and other specials services as needed 12. Utilize programs such as Post Sunday to promote FUMER on social media during the week 13. Work with the children and youth briefly 3 Sundays a month during the 10:30 service and lead them in a song for worship about 1 time per month. 14. Attend both the 9:00 am service and the 10:30 service for Sunday mornings. Primary responsibility at the 9:00 service is to oversee technology. The primary responsibility at 10:30 would be to lead worship with the praise band and coordinate volunteers for that service. 15. Perform other duties as assigned by the DOM or Lead Pastor. INTERESTED CANDIDATES: Please submit your cover letter and resume in PDF form, including 3 references, to the following email address. Please use “Attention Worship Leader Search Committee” as the subject line of your email. Also, please include links to any social media platforms to which you post, blog, or post photos which demonstrate your proficiency in leading a musical group, your vocal abilities and any musical instruments you may play. brendafumer@gmail.com Organization: First United Methodist Church of Eaton Rapids Contact: Brenda Austin Phone: 5173310283 Closing Date: 06/06/2025
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