Director of Music Ministry

Christ the King Lutheran Church in Bloomington, MN (------------) is seeking a part-time (up to 20hrs) Director of Music Ministries. Duties include leading the volunteer worship band, direction of the adult choir, leading of children’s music, direction of the handbell choir, and worship planning and coordination. A successful candidate will have a heart for people and for worship, and will be able to nurture the musical gifts of congregational members young and old.

About Christ the King

Christ the King Lutheran Church is a Reconciling in Christ (R.I.C.) congregation of the ELCA with over 300 active members. We are striving to be a vibrant community of Christ, inviting, and inspiring all God’s people to proclaim the Gospel, make disciples, and work for justice in our homes, our church, our neighborhood, and throughout the world.

We are a congregation that worships with communion at one Wednesday evening and one Sunday morning service each week, both in-person and streamed on-line. Additionally, the Director of Music Ministries would be expected to participate in other special worship services, including but not limited to all Holy Week services and Christmas Eve.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Worship Band Leadership (approx. 2-3 hours/week)

• Direct the worship band in weekday evening rehearsals toward participation in worship on 1-2 Sunday mornings per month September through May.
• Prepare the worship band for special services throughout the church year as needed.
• Participate in the band as a vocalist and/or an instrumentalist.
• Select and arrange music from the hymnals or other sources that are appropriate for the vocalist(s) and instrumentalists participating.
• Actively recruit new worship band members.
• Oversee the set-up of the worship band space in the sanctuary and maintain equipment.
• Prepare an annual budget and purchase all music and supplies for the worship band.

Adult Choir Direction (approx. 6-7 hours/week)

• Direct the adult choir in Wednesday night rehearsals toward participation in worship on 3-4 Sunday mornings per month September through May.
• Prepare the choir for special services throughout the church year, as needed, such as Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, Lent, and Holy Week.
• Work with the Organist and Pastors to arrange for and schedule appropriate music for worship during June, July, and August.
• Actively recruit new members for the choir, providing an atmosphere of musical learning, growth, and mutual care.
• Oversee and work with the volunteers who maintain the church’s extensive choral music library.
• Prepare an annual budget and purchase all music and music supplies for the adult choir.

Children’s Music Leadership (approx. 1-2 hours/week)

• Lead children’s music activities during the Wednesday evening education rotation September through May.
• Prepare the children to participate in worship as scheduled in consultation with the Pastors, on occasional Sundays and for special services throughout the church year, as needed, such as Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, Lent, and Holy Week.
• Encourage all children in the church to participate in music, providing an atmosphere of musical learning, faith growth, and joy in making music together.
• Collaborate with the Children, Youth, and Family Ministry team to determine activities, prepare an annual budget, and purchase music and music supplies for the children.

Handbell Choir Direction (approx. 3-4 hours/week)

• Direct the handbell choir in one evening rehearsal per week toward participation in worship on the Sundays and festival days scheduled in consultation with the Pastors.
• Prepare the choir for special services throughout the church year, as needed, such as Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, Lent, and Holy Week.
• Plan and prepare for a special handbell choir performance each year during Advent.
• Actively recruit new members for the handbell choir, providing instruction as needed and maintaining an atmosphere of musical learning, growth, and mutual care. Work toward adding groups as needed, i.e. a children’s handbell choir or a beginners handbell group.
• Oversee the proper maintenance and storage of the handbells.
• Prepare an annual budget and purchase all music and music supplies for the handbell choir.

Other Duties (approx. 3-6 hours/week)

• Participate in leading and planning 2 weekly worship services (Wednesday evening and Sunday morning), demonstrating a knowledge of Lutheran theology, liturgical practice, and use of music in worship.
• Attend staff meetings as necessary.
• Work well with others and participate collegially with staff members, pastors, and congregational leaders, especially the organist and assistant director of music ministry.
• Oversee and maintain copywrite compliance and related administrative duties.
• Coordinate scheduling with other worship and pastors and music team members.

Please note: A sample of work (recorded or live) may be requested during interview process.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Music or Musical Performance
• 1-2 years of experience with vocal or instrumental music direction or equivalent experience

Hours and Compensation

• Up to 20 hours per week
• Compensation based on ELCA Minneapolis Area Synod Compensation Guidelines and years of experience

Qualified applicants please send the following items to or by mail to Christ the King Lutheran Church, 8600 Fremont Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55420

• Resume and cover letter
• Three references with phone, email, and affiliation information.

Thank you for your interest!

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