We're currently searching for our next Worship Pastor!

Posted Date11/03/2026

Description

Purpose:  The Worship Pastor is responsible for planning, administering, and, supervising a comprehensive, active and Christ-centered Worship Ministry.  He will equip the church to fulfill the mission of knowing Christ and making Him known to all people through musical worship.  He will lead the church to worship God through music that is theologically-rich, Gospel-centered, congregationally-singable, generationally-engaging, and unity-focused

Job Skills and Requirements

• A committed Christian and covenant member of First Baptist Garner, focused on evangelizing the lost and discipling the saved
• Responsible for fostering effective communication within the church organization
• Ability to manage a consensus decision-making process
• Timely and consistent attendance, and availability
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of computer systems, audio, video, lighting, camera, and software
• Ability to work in Planning Center and ProPresenter
• B.A. Degree or higher in Ministry/Music with a minimum of 5 years' experience preferred
• Ability to lead worship with a primary instrument

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Maintain a growing personal walk with the Lord through Bible study and prayer, sharing the gospel, and supporting First Baptist Garner through Worship, Serve, Connect, and Give
• Attend weekly staff meetings
• Meet with the Lead Pastor to plan for worship services as needed
• Oversee the entire Worship Ministry: worship choir, musicians, vocal teams, audio, lighting, stream team, camera volunteers
• Plan regular training opportunities to equip volunteers to be proficient in their areas of A/V
• Plan weekly worship services: music, soloist, scripture for praise and worship, worship bumper videos, etc.
• Plan, schedule, and communicate weekly rehearsals for the entire worship team
• Lead the Worship Choir and Band
• Coordinate with individual ministries for worship needs: Preschool, Kids, Students, Sr. Adults, etc
• Recruit members to serve in the Worship Ministry and play instruments
• Supervise the Worship Tech Director and meet regularly to evaluate, plan, and coordinate worship service’s needs: sound, streaming, lighting, and other A/V needs
• Supervise Communications Director and meet regularly to advise concerning the plans for promotions of church events
• Responsible for regular tuning and maintenance of pianos and all worship equipment
• Maintain church Spotify playlist
• Assist in funerals, weddings, and other church services as needed
• Prepare annual budgets for the Worship Ministry and other designated budgets
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Pastor

Paid Status

full time

Ministry Role

Music/Worship Leader

Minimum Education Level

Undergraduate Degree - Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience in Ministry Role

4 to 7 Years