Music Ministry Leader

Director of Music Ministry Job Description

Purpose: This policy addresses the position of Director of Music Ministry at Epiphany Lutheran Church.

Statement: Epiphany uses a variety of worship and music styles to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ to all.

Scope: All music and worship experiences at Epiphany Lutheran Church.

Procedure:

⮚ Qualifications

• Strong worship planning and implementation skills
• Creative skills in multiple musical genre
• Musical expertise in practice, motivation, directing and teaching
• Administrative skills to form cohesive musical ensembles
• Experience creating and administering an annual music budget

⮚ Primary Duties

• Administer the music ministries of Epiphany Lutheran Church.
• Plan and implement diverse music in accord with the various worship assemblies.
• Serve as principal organist/pianist to lead congregational singing.
• Implement music selections that responsibly balance Lutheran identity, history, theology, and culture.
• Serve as director for and assist, administer, and access the contributions of additional ensembles which include but are not limited to:

1. Adult Choir
2. Orchestra
3. Handbells
4. Contemporary Worship Band
5. Choral groups
6. Vocal ensembles
7. Soloists/Instrumentalists
8. Instrumental ensembles

• Provide insight into the music/worship practices of Epiphany Lutheran Church and implement changes in consultation with the Senior Pastor.
• Supervise any additional music employees of Epiphany Lutheran Church.
• Work within financial restrictions for necessary equipment and supplies for the Music Ministry of the congregation
• Attend regular staff meetings
• Plan the worship structure of the different services
• Plan and provide music for special events (weddings, funerals, etc.)

⮚ Additional Duties

• At the discretion of the Senior Pastor, provide select opportunities for education regarding music and worship.
• Work with sound/AV personnel to evaluate/implement necessary changes.
• Work closely with Epiphany’s communication/clerical staff for the publication of worship materials.
• Work with youth ministries of Epiphany to nurture future musicians.
• Provide oversight into the maintenance of the organ, piano, and keyboards.
• As the opportunity arises, work together with the broader Lutheran community, including pastors and musicians.
• Actively recruit and invite people to participate in the various music ministries.

⮚ Reporting Relationship

• Reports directly to the Senior Pastor.
• Upon invitation, provides reports to the Board of Elders.
• Upon invitation, provides reports to the Leadership Council.

• Other duties and assignments may be added as needed.
• This policy may be reviewed and modified as needed by the Senior Pastor.

Street Address: 5515 Broadway St Zip Code/Postal Code: 77581

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