Worship Leader Part Time

First Baptist Church of Riverdale, GA (“FBC Riverdale”) is a revitalizing church in the South Metro Atlanta area, (approx. 20 minutes from Hartsfield Jackson Airport). We are entering a new era of ministry and are looking for a part-time Worship Leader to join us in carrying out our mission. Our worship service is a blend of traditional and contemporary music. The Worship Leader will work as part of the church’s leadership team.

Essential Qualifications

• Candidate must have a credible profession of faith in Christ that is clearly demonstrated through a faithful lifestyle
• Candidate must be Baptist in theology and practice and must agree with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000.
• Candidate must have prior experience in leading a choir/praise group and congregation in song and perform various styles of music such as traditional, praise and worship, and gospel.
• Candidate should play an instrument while leading worship (preferred); the ability to read music is also preferred but not required, and a degree in music as a plus
• Candidate must have a healthy devotion life that includes prayer and is continuously growing in the spiritual disciplines
• Candidate must demonstrate strong, mature Christian character and be committed to moral purity
• Candidate must be committed to the vision of FBC Riverdale and participate in serving to achieve that vision
• Candidate must commit to be a member of good-standing in the church
• Candidate must be devoted to the ministry of FBC Riverdale and is expected to be involved in Life Groups, church functions, and outreach opportunities

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead worship on The Lord’s Day
• Work with the pastor in planning the worship services
• Recruit, supervise, and lead the volunteer praise/worship team
• Hold regular rehearsals with the praise/worship team
• Choose theologically sound songs and hymns that are gospel-centered
• Lead and encourage the growth of theological understanding among the worship team
• Work with the praise team and AV team so that everything is conducive for corporate worship. This would include, but not be limited to:
  • Making sure A/V team has all lyrics for PowerPoint and order of service
  • All singers and musicians have the lyrics and chord charts in advance
  • Ensure sound system and mics are working and properly adjusted prior to the worship service
  • Preferred candidate possesses some skill and knowledge of technology in worship, including sound, computers, presentation software, and video projection.
• Flexibility is a must. Church staff have various areas of expertise and duties, but we all work together in ministry.
• Ongoing training is a must. Candidate must demonstrate a willingness to continue growing in the area of worship ministry by attending conferences and workshops when available.
• As worship leader, and as on board with the mission and vision of FBC Riverdale, candidate will be available for other ministry events whenever possible, such as Vacation Bible School and other outreach events.

Please email your resume and (3) references to [email protected] and place – “Worship Leader” in the subject line. Please provide your current phone number and state the best times for you to discuss your interest in the post.