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 ASSOCIATE PASTOR OF WORSHIP  Application

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 JOB DESCRIPTION FOR ASSOCIATE PASTOR OF WORSHIP 

 PRIMARY OBJECTIVE 

The Worship Pastor is responsible for the overall spiritual direction of worship ministries. The Worship Pastor oversees and directs all worship service and music ministries. The Worship Pastor is a part-time position on the pastoral team. 

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QUALIFICATIONS 

The Worship Pastor position is available to individuals who exhibit a strong theological foundation, align with the Biblical standards for church leadership as detailed in 1 Timothy 3:1-13, Titus 1:6-9, and 1 Peter 5:1-4, and importantly, possess a teachable spirit. Preference will be given to candidates with a degree from a Bible College, but paramount is a demonstrated, heartfelt dedication to serving and worshipping the Lord. The role requires formal music training, including proficiency in reading music, alongside a fundamental understanding of church audio and technical needs. Essential to this role is also the experience in leading a worship team and orchestrating worship services. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

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Sunday Morning Worship Service 

  • Oversee corporate musical worship for Big Woods services, serving with worship team members. 

  • Work with staff to set the worship service schedule and select 5+ songs that support the sermon. 

  • Plan all services and special service music when leading, or oversee and approve planning of service music, when not available or scheduled to lead. 

  • Schedule and/or oversee scheduling all musical and technical personnel for all services of BWBC (Sun AM, Wed PM) 

  • Oversee, mentor, and encourage other worship team members, worship leaders, technical team members through weekly practice sessions. 

  • Create and/or oversee creation of all media programs (song lyrics, announcements, power point, videos, etc.) to be used in all services of BWBC (Sun AM, Wed PM) 

  • Ensure the A/V team is fully staffed, equipment is working properly, and presentation software (Proclaim) coordinates with the service order items. 

  • Oversee, train, mentor, and encourage other worship team members, worship leaders, technical team members through weekly practice sessions. 

 

Song Selection 

  • Songs should be fully true to scripture (John 17:17) 

  • Song should include a variety of styles that speak to membership of the church (Ephesians 5:19) 

  • Songs should be of an accessible style and key that promotes the active participation of the congregation (Ephesians 5:19) 

  • The set of songs should emphasize the Gospel (Hebrews 12:2) 

  • New songs should be regularly introduced (Psalm 98:1) 

 

Managerial 

  • Recruit new worship leaders and/or team members, as needed ensuring that they are a member of the church or are moving towards membership. 

  • Oversee the worship team in a way that develops their giftedness and encourages them in their spiritual development as it relates to worship. 

  • Cultivate a culture among the team that is loving towards one another and motivated by the love of God and not pride or showmanship. 

  • Work with A/V team ministry leader to ensure proper utilization of A/V team members and equipment, communicate the A/V needs of the worship team, and prioritize and acquire needed equipment. 

  • Work cooperatively with the brass band director and other special event worship teams for special events and as requested involving both teams ensuring doctrinal and musical quality of the selected songs. 

 

Other Responsibilities 

  • Plan songs and teams for special services including Christmas Eve, Worship Night, etc. 

  • Organize Workday projects including A/V installation, stage set up, and back stage organization. 

  • Help with other general pastoral duties including discipleship, shepherding of the church body, planning special events, etc. 

  • Attend Elders’ meetings and periodic meetings with Senior Pastor and Administrative Assistant. 

 

EXPECTATIONS 

  • The Worship Pastor will serve as an Elder of Big Woods Bible Church. 

  • As a member of Big Woods Bible Church, the Worship Pastor (and his family) is expected to participate in faithful fellowship of the church family. 

  • If married, the Worship Pastor’s spouse should be supportive of the Worship Ministry. 

  • The Worship Pastor is expected to guard himself in his conduct with others, keeping himself above reproach, not giving any opportunity for unhealthy relationships to develop. 

  • Establish and maintain a personal accountability relationship with any man or men within the Big Woods church body. 

  • The Worship Pastor is expected to continue his personal growth and walk with the Lord in regular Bible study, prayer, and fellowship. He should be careful to attend to his family’s needs, keeping a good balance. 

 

COMMUNICATION 

It is vital for the Worship Pastor to stay in contact with and work alongside the Senior Pastor, Elders, and Administrative Assistant. 

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ACCOUNTABILITY 

The Worship Pastor will be accountable to the Senior Pastor and Elders. 

Children's Ministry Coordinator

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 JOB DESCRIPTION FOR CHILDREN'S MINISTRY COORDINATOR 

Purpose/Summary of Position:

The Children’s Ministry Coordinator at BWBC is to facilitate and assist in the management of children-focused ministries at Big Woods from birth through 5th grade, to ensure the safety, the programs, and the atmosphere of our Children’s Ministries are conducive to producing disciples of Christ. The Children’s Ministry Coordinator will facilitate and assist in the development and activities of all children programs, while coordinating with the Associate Pastor of Family Ministry on teaching. It is vital for the Children’s Ministry Coordinator to stay in contact with and work alongside the Associate Pastor of Family Ministry, Elders, and the children ministry teams. To have a clear understanding of God’s Word concerning salvation and growth in Christ, and to live it out as a good example.

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Areas of Responsibility (in priority order):

     ● Facilitates Children ministry programs including; all forms of communication, development,                  and volunteer scheduling

     ● Identify and recruit potential leaders for children’s ministries, working alongside the                                  Associate Pastor of Family Ministry in the selection of teachers

     ● Assist and implement the development and training of volunteers for children’s ministries

     ● Assist ministry leaders in the execution and oversight of their areas of responsibilities

     ● Works alongside the Associate Pastor of Family Ministry in ensuring the safety of minors                      within our ministries including; background checks, child protection standards, and child                        safety training

     ● Assist Associate Pastor of Family Ministry in curriculum development & selection

     ● Utilize volunteers and parents in the planning and preparation of children’s activities and                        teaching as appropriate

     ● Attend regular meetings with Family Pastor and/or other staff

     ● Perform other duties as assigned

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Expectations:

     ● Must agree with BWBC’s statement of faith and philosophy of ministry, maintaining spiritual                qualifications as defined in I Tim 3:8-13

     ● As a member of BWBC, participate in faithful fellowship with the church family.

     ● Maintain healthy relationships with and work alongside the Family Pastor and Elders to                          develop an effective ministry team.

     ● Possess administrative, organizational, and leadership skills.

     ● Proven ability to work independently within a team environment.

     ● Demonstrated excellence with written and verbal communication skills.

     ● Guard their conduct with the children, keeping themselves above reproach, not giving any                    opportunity for an unhealthy relationship to be developed.

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Qualifications:

     ● The Children’s Ministry Coordinator should be one who exemplifies godly character and                       administration, focused on serving families within the local church.

     ● This position requires previous experience in a ministry leadership or volunteer role,                                preferentially one which included children’s instruction and/or volunteer supervision.

     ● A degree is not required, but a Bachelor’s degree in Theological Studies, Biblical Studies,                       Christian Education, or related is preferred.

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