Job Openings

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Worship Leadership

1. Lead worship vocally and/or instrumentally for the two weekly modern worship services, where attendance averages 200.

2. Plan, rehearse, and lead meaningful Sunday worship experiences that honor God and draw the congregation into deeper connection with God.

3. Select music and lyrics that inspire worship, are theologically sound, spiritually engaging, and consistent with United Methodist (Wesleyan) worship traditions and theology.

4. Facilitate spiritually engaging modern worship services that reflect the mission and vision of the church.

5. Serve as accompanist for modern services as needed.

Team Development

1. Recruit, schedule, mentor, and develop praise band members, integrating music teams across the church’s ministries.

2. Foster a culture of community, excellence, and spiritual growth among the praise band.

3. Communicate respectfully and effectively with musicians, staff, and congregants.

Technology and Media

1. Use Planning Center Online (PCO) to coordinate worship elements and schedule band members and vocalists.

2. In collaboration with the Media Director, make use of worship technology including Ableton Live, MultiTracks, ProPresenter, Planning Center Online, and related systems.

3. Prepare worship lyrics and manage all necessary copyright licensing for praise songs for modern worship and special services, utilizing Planning Center Online.

Spiritual Leadership

1. Lead weekly worship rehearsals that are both musically productive and spiritually formative.

2. Exhibit a growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ and demonstrate a mature, Spirit-led life consistent with United Methodist (Wesleyan) worship traditions and theology.

3. Encourage and nurture the spiritual lives of team members.

4. Support the broader mission and vision of the church through active participation and collaboration with other ministries.

Administration

1. Collaborate weekly (or as needed) with the Director of Music Ministries.

2. Prepare and distribute music charts for the praise band each week.

3. Submit required reports to Christian Copyright Licensing International (CCLI).

4. Plan, prepare, and present inspiring music for special worship services and events throughout the church year, including Christmas, Easter, and other high times of the church season. In coordination with the Senior Leadership team, this may include performance by other church ensembles (Handbell Choir, Children’s Choir, others)

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

1. Demonstrates strong vocal ability with the skill to confidently lead worship while accompanying on an instrument (guitar preferred), creating an engaging and authentic worship experience.

2. Demonstrates strong understanding and practical experience with current worship technologies, including Planning Center Online for service planning and team coordination, ProPresenter for lyric and media presentation, and MultiTracks/Ableton Live for managing click tracks, stems, and live performance integration.

3. Maintains a broad and current knowledge of modern worship music, styles, and trends to lead relevant and spiritually impactful worship experiences.

4. Proven ability to lead the congregation in spiritually engaging, theologically rich, and musically excellent worship.

5. Bachelor’s degree in music or equivalent professional experience in the field.

6. Demonstrates proficiency in music theory with the ability to arrange, chart, and adapt music effectively for diverse worship team settings.

7. Commitment to continual growth, both musically and spiritually, with a servant-leader heart.

8. Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.

9. Evidence of a consistent, active, and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

10. Deep understanding of the spiritual and pastoral aspects of worship leadership.

11. Familiarity with United Methodist (Wesleyan) worship traditions and theology.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Must be present for Sunday mornings, Wednesday nights, and First Kids events unless previously arranged.

· Promotes spiritual growth by creating a welcoming and encouraging atmosphere for children and families through intentionally faith-building experiences

· Works to create a proactive, evolving, and engaging Children’s Ministry program

· Partners with families in building each child’s faith and to strengthen each family unit in their walk with God

· Works to equip and develop lay leadership for Children’s Ministry programming

· Manages approximately 75 children’s ministry volunteers to coordinate Sunday morning and Wednesday night programming schedules.

· Reaches out to children and families to create personal connections and foster community building

· Works with Children’s Ministry staff and Children’s Ministry Team to accomplish all programming goals

· Completes administrative duties to accomplish ministry goals

· Coordinates faith-building experiences for children including Sunday morning and Wednesday night programming (focusing on grades 1-4) and other discipleship opportunities such as family or grade-level events

· Evaluates and implements grades 1-4 curriculum and programming to ensure alignment with United Methodist theology and Children’s Ministry goals

· Works with the Elementary Coordinator to provide lay leadership and teachers with leadership, training, and enrichment opportunities to better equip them to serve in Children’s Ministry

· Plans and teaches an elementary Wednesday night class to help children grow in their faith

· Works with Children’s Ministry staff to implement Children’s Ministry events.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college of university

· 3 to 5 years of paid or volunteer experience in children’s spiritual formation

· Elementary education or volunteer experience is preferred

· Excellent organization, leadership, and communication skills. Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs as well as social media.

· Must have a passion for sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ, developing the next generation of disciples, and a love for God’s children

· Must have an understanding of and commitment to the UMC Safe Sanctuary Policy and keeping children safe in our environment. Must maintain a clear background check, FFUMC Safe Sanctuary Training, and CPR training. (Sentence reworded and CPR added.)

· Member of United Methodist Church and demonstrated knowledge of structure, beliefs, and organization of the United Methodist Church

Physical Requirements:

· Ability to work in a high-energy environment, lift 50 pounds, and move freely for long periods of time

For more information please contact Carrie Altman caltman@franklinfumc.org