Church Organist- Part time

Linworth United Methodist Church
Part Time , On-Site
Part-Time | Approximately 10 hours/week
Compensation: $35-$40 per hour (approx. $The Organist will serve as a skilled musical partner in LUMC’s traditional worship service, providing organ and piano accompaniment for the Chancel Choir, soloists, and congregational song.
Working closely with the Director of Music for Traditional Services and pastoral staff, the Organist contributes to the selection of service music and ensures musical continuity across rehearsals and worship. This role calls for a skilled keyboardist who is comfortable in a collaborative, liturgically-grounded environment.
Director of Music for Traditional Services (primary supervisor)

Commitment to Christian faith
Commitment to the policies, procedures, and practices outlined by LUMC staff and leaders
Skilled musician on pipe organ and piano; Advanced keyboard training helpful but not required if commensurate experience is demonstrated

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a music and ministry team
• Bachelor’s degree in music performance or equivalent experience helpful but not required

Play organ and/or piano at Sunday traditional worship services and other special services.

• Accompany the Chancel Choir at weekly evening rehearsals and at additional rehearsals for special presentations, as requested by the Director of Music with reasonable prior notice.
• Participate in the selection of service music with the Director of Music and pastoral staff; Process requests for the purchase of special music in coordination with the Director of Music.
• Meet regularly with the Director of Music to coordinate music for upcoming services and special events.
• Notify the Director of Music when the church organ or pianos need tuning or repair.
• notify the Director of Music in advance and ensure the substitute has access to the instrument for practice.
• Type: Permanent, Part-Time
• Approximately 10 hours per week (varies seasonally)
• We are guided by four core values: evolving faith, authentic relationships, global justice, and inclusive community.

Music is woven into the life of this congregation. Our traditional worship service features the Chancel Choir, pipe organ, and a rich repertoire of hymns and choral music spanning centuries. The person who joins our music staff will find an engaged, loyal community that shows up week after week and genuinely loves to sing.
In your cover letter, please share a brief description of your experience as a church musician and what draws you to this type of ministry. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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