Director of Worship: Memorial Park Church

General Information

Job Title:

Director of Worship: Memorial Park Church

Job Description:

The Director of Worship's responsibilities include:

  • Worship Leadership
  • Plan and lead weekly worship services, special events, and community gatherings in partnership with the Lead Pastor and the Worship Planning Team.
  • Ensure the recommended songs and elements engage people across generations in authentic biblical worship.

Ongoing Duties

  • Oversee worship staff, volunteers, and worship ministry budget.
  • Recruit, train, and mentor leaders within worship and technology ministries.
  • Recruit, train, direct, rehearse, and schedule music and arts groups (choir, orchestra, band, etc.)
  • Manage scheduling for services, rehearsals, facility use, and ministry communications.
  • Collaborate with other ministry areas to create cross-ministry worship experiences for the congregation and community.
  • Participate in appropriate professional and ministry networks for continued growth.

Position Qualifications:

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent ministry experience.

Personal Characteristics and Qualifications

  • Passion for seeking, engaging, and caring for musicians both inside and outside the church.
  • Ability to integrate diverse musical talents into worship services (orchestra, choir, band).
  • Collaboratively able to partner with pastoral and ministry staff to cultivate a Holy Spirit-led atmosphere of worship.
  • Demonstrated experience as a worship leader in a church or ministry setting.
  • Strong background in worship music with the ability to combine and lead both traditional and contemporary expressions of worship.
  • Ability to develop and lead worship in a new Sanctuary environment.
  • Experience leading and contributing in a fast-paced ministry setting.
  • Familiarity with modern technology to enhance worship experiences.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

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Application Deadline

Job Type:

Full Time

Salary Range:

TBD

General Information

Church/Organization Name

Memorial Park Church

Contact Name & Contact Info

(713) 300-9665

Industry

Church

Denomination

Evangelical Presbyterian Church (EPC)

City, State

Allison Park, PA

Description of Organization

Evangelical Presbyterian Church

WEEKLY ATTENDANCE: 500

Meet Memorial Park Church

Here at Memorial Park Church (MPC), we strive to live out our mission statement in all that we do. We want to Love People by showing them that they are known and cared for as they are. We want to Know Jesus by learning Biblical Truth through studying God's Word. We want to Live Transformed by letting our lives be a reflection of God's Glory so others may see Him through us and want to know Him.

MPC has a Pre-School with 20 employees, and the church is nearing the completion of an exciting $3 million sanctuary renovation, with plans to return to worship in the newly restored space this December. The sanctuary is not only visually stunning but also equipped with state-of-the-art equipment designed to support and enrich the church's vibrant music ministry. More than just a renovation, this project reflects MPC's deep commitment to excellence and its heartfelt desire to provide a sacred and reverent space where God's people can gather in worship.

Led by Pastor Chris Eatough, MPC is a warm and welcoming church, filled with people who delight in worship and are intentional about caring for their staff while honoring God through the worship experience.

About the Director of Worship

The Director of Worship will shepherd and serve the people of Memorial Park Church (MPC) by providing vision and leadership for worship, musicians, and special events. This role is part of the MPC staff team, advancing our mission to Love People. Know Jesus. Live Transformed.

The Director of Worship's responsibilities include:

  • Worship Leadership
  • Plan and lead weekly worship services, special events, and community gatherings in partnership with the Lead Pastor and the Worship Planning Team.
  • Ensure the recommended songs and elements engage people across generations in authentic biblical worship.

Ongoing Duties

  • Oversee worship staff, volunteers, and worship ministry budget.
  • Recruit, train, and mentor leaders within worship and technology ministries.
  • Recruit, train, direct, rehearse, and schedule music and arts groups (choir, orchestra, band, etc.)
  • Manage scheduling for services, rehearsals, facility use, and ministry communications.
  • Collaborate with other ministry areas to create cross-ministry worship experiences for the congregation and community.
  • Participate in appropriate professional and ministry networks for continued growth.

What you bring

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Director of Worship:

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent ministry experience.

Personal Characteristics and Qualifications

  • Passion for seeking, engaging, and caring for musicians both inside and outside the church.
  • Ability to integrate diverse musical talents into worship services (orchestra, choir, band).
  • Collaboratively able to partner with pastoral and ministry staff to cultivate a Holy Spirit-led atmosphere of worship.
  • Demonstrated experience as a worship leader in a church or ministry setting.
  • Strong background in worship music with the ability to combine and lead both traditional and contemporary expressions of worship.
  • Ability to develop and lead worship in a new Sanctuary environment.
  • Experience leading and contributing in a fast-paced ministry setting.
  • Familiarity with modern technology to enhance worship experiences.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

What it's like to live in Allison Park, PA

Living in Allison Park feels like enjoying the best of suburban comfort with close access to big-city perks. Nestled in Allegheny County just over 10 miles north of downtown Pittsburgh, this leafy community spans nearly 14 square miles and extends across several townships (notably Hampton, McCandless, and Shaler). Neighbors will tell you the schools are a major draw—with top-rated districts, well-maintained parks, and plenty of amenities. Outdoor lovers have a lot to explore in the immediate area: North Park, Hartwood Acres, walking and biking trails, picnic groves, a lake, and even an ice rink. Shopping, dining, and basic services are easy to reach via Route 8 and other corridors, and it's not far to Ross Park Mall and other retail centers. Many people appreciate Allison Park for its strong sense of community, safety, and slower pace, making it a welcoming place to call home.

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Church Name: Memorial Park Church
Location: Allison Park, PA
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Denomination: Evangelical Presbyterian Church (EPC)

Job Type: Full-time
Role: Music Ministry
Salary: TBD

Date Posted: 3 days ago