Role (Overview of the Position):

The Worship Leader is responsible for partnering with the pastoral team in the planning, coordination, execution, evaluation of worship gatherings for each Sunday service and special services.

Responsibilities:

1. Planning of the Sunday Services, specifically as relates to Worship

· Lead the programming team to plan, design, and produce weekly adult worship services, including the content of weekly video announcements, to develop a Sunday morning gathering experience that is faithful to God and hospitable to all people.

· Input the Service plans in Planning Center Online (PCO) ahead of time to communicate with various teams and be prepared.

· Ensure plan is given to Creative Director and Office Coordinator so they can input into ProPresenter and produce Weekly Bulletin, respectively.

2. Lead the Worship Teams for Band and Vocal

· Function as primary worship leader for weekly adult worship services on Sunday

· Help coordinate and support various areas of ministry with worship leaders and band members for our Stoney Care on Mondays, Youth Group on Tuesdays, and Children’s Ministry on Sunday Mornings

· Recruit, train, equip and direct musicians, vocalists, choir, technical/creative artists in the production of weekly worship services and periodic special events. Lead weekly worship team rehearsals.

· Retain and schedule teams for worship band and vocals for each service.

· Creatively utilize and implement technology/music assets available to you.

· Produce high-quality backing tracks in Ableton Live using ------------, ensuring precise synchronization and seamless integration of multi-track audio stems.

· Collaborate with musicians to understand their creative vision, applying expertise in audio editing, mixing, or arrangement to deliver polished backing tracks that enhance live services.

3. Additional Duties

· Maintain the budget for the Worship Arts Ministry and handle any orders that need to be placed.

· Assist in the development of an annual budget for Worship Arts Ministry.

· Lead the creative use and upkeep of the stage and set design in the adult worship services.

· Function as a member of the pastoral staff performing baptism services, weddings, funerals, etc. as part of a rotation schedule.

Requirements (Expected Proficiencies):

· Spirit-filled lover of God and People

· Worship Leader experience in a mid-sized or large church setting

· Musical Gifting: Strong gifting in vocal performance, instrumental skillset, and music theory

· Organizational Skills: Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.

· Communication Skills: Outstanding verbal and written communications ability

· Technical Proficiency: Competent in MS Office and Planning Center Church Management System

· Professionalism: Maintain respect and clarity in all communications

· Adaptability: Flexibility in adapting to changing priorities and staff needs

· Detail-Oriented: Precision in all role-related tasks

· Empathy: Deep understanding and concern for all people who come in contact with Stoney for any reason

· Team Player: Collaborative mindset, working towards the shared vision of Stoney to Love God, Love People, Make Disciples, and Change Our World

· Continuous Learner: Openness to enhancing your strengths with new knowledge and skills regularly