Church Organist and Choir Director

Job Details

Asbury United Methodist Church seeks a trained organist to play each Sunday for services and help coordinate musical offerings for worship with other ministry staff. The successful candidate will be responsible for playing Asbury s pipe organ built by Casavant Freres (Casavant Brothers), of St-Hyacinthe, Quebec. More information about our instrument can be found at . This part-time position also provides the church with inspiration and works with the pastor in planning and directing the traditional worship celebrations, music programs, and assisting in music ministries of the church.

Responsibilities:

• Plans and ensures consistent, quality worship service experiences.
• Participates in both EMA and Festive services by playing congregational music, hymns, voluntaries, and other special music.
• Participates in special/seasonal worship services. (E.g. Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, Lenten Services, Community Services, etc.)
• Leads both vocal and bell choirs, including youth and children's choirs.
• Support vision and direction of the church.
• Work with the Pastor to make sure services are organized and the team has what they need.
• Supports other ministries of the church as needed/requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Attributes, and Experience Required:

• Excellent musician/performer/leader
• Positive attitude. Lifelong learner.
• Experience and giftedness, both musically and as a worship leader.
• Proven ability to work with teams.
• Clear and compelling communicator in group and worship settings.
• Troubleshooting organ hardware (interfaces, software, audio drivers, etc)
• Excellent written skills.

Competencies:

• Cultivates innovation
• Manages complexity
• Ensures accountability
• Drives vision and purpose

 Asbury United Methodist Church

 06/01/2024

 Salisbury,MD