Associate Pastor of Music and Worship

Job Title: Associate Pastor of Music and Worship

Location: Bovina Baptist Church: 5293 US-80 Vicksburg, MS 39180

Position Type: Full-time or bi-vocational

About Bovina Baptist Church

Bovina Baptist Church is a growing vibrant community of believers, deeply committed to worship, discipleship, and outreach. We are passionate about sharing the gospel, developing mature followers of Christ, and creating an atmosphere of worship that honors God. As we continue to grow and serve our local community and beyond, we are seeking a dedicated and talented individual to lead our worship music.

Position Overview

The Associate Pastor of Music and Worship will serve in a dual role. This primary role will be to oversee the worship ministry by leading the congregation, choirs, and worship teams in music. Our worship service is a blended style using both traditional hymns and contemporary worship songs. Because Bovina Baptist desires to align the secondary role with the calling and gifting of the individual God calls, the secondary role may be in discipleship, student/youth leadership, or other ministries. The Associate Pastor will work closely with the pastoral team to create a culture of spiritual growth and worship that glorifies God.

Specific Responsibilities

Music and Worship Ministry

· Lead the congregation, worship teams, and choirs in consistent, Christ-centered worship that engages the congregation and reflects biblical principles.

· Organize and lead rehearsals for instrumentalists, vocalists, and choir.

· Fulfill the role of lead worshiper during regularly scheduled worship services, as well as any other special services such as Christmas, Easter, funerals, and revivals.

· Develop others within the congregation to lead worship.

· Cast vision for the worship ministry by teaching and reinforcing the biblical philosophy of worship.

· Recruit, train, and organize musicians and volunteers, ensuring that the worship ministry is dynamic and effective. Collaborate with the tech team to recruit and train team volunteers.

· Develop new music and worship teams, ensuring participation from a wide range of individuals.

· Coordinate with the Senior Pastor and other staff to plan worship services well in advance, ensuring that all elements of worship are communicated clearly and efficiently.

· Provide pastoral care to individuals involved in the worship ministry, encouraging spiritual growth and connection to the larger church community.

· Foster a collaborative environment for worship planning by working with the tech team on service logistics, event planning, and technical requirements.

· Manage and oversee the church's music budget, working closely with the budget and finance committee for fiscal accountability.

Character Traits

· A growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ, with a commitment to Bible study, prayer, and personal sanctification.

· Sound biblical theology, with a deep understanding of the gospel that influences worship decisions and the selection of music.

· A servant leader with a spirit of humility, able to listen to and work effectively with people from all walks of life.

· A heart for missions and desire to make God's glory known.

· A passion for discipleship, spiritual growth, and the development of worship leaders and teams.

Qualifications/Expectations

· Education: A BA, MA, or MDiv (MDiv preferred) with theological training and experience in biblical worship.

· Experience: Preference of three years of significant vocational worship leadership experience. Experience in a variety of worship style environments is a plus.

· Worship Leadership: Proven ability to lead congregational worship effectively and to develop teams for musical and technical ministry.

· Worship Proficiency: Proficiency in at least one primary instrument, with the ability to play with others and an understanding of music theory. Ability to play multiple instruments is a plus.

· Technical Skills: Knowledge of and ability to use a variety of worship-related technology, including sound systems, video projection, and digital audio tools. Familiarity with ProPresenter is preferred.

· Character: Excellent references that attest to the candidate's biblical character, leadership ability, and love for the Word.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume, along with a cover letter detailing their faith journey, experience, and vision of worship ministry to [email protected].

Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.