Definition and Primary Function: The Music and Arts Pastor is a man called by God and by MVBC to exercise his spiritual gifts in pastoral ministry, with a special focus on music and arts. His primary function is to shepherd the flock as a fellow pastor and to feed the sheep with the Word through corporate worship.

Qualifications: The Music and Arts Pastor must give testimony to Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. He must meet the pastoral qualifications given in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9. He must also demonstrate appropriate personal development and a desire to continue to grow, both spiritually and professionally. An M.Div. or commensurate work experience preferred.

Supervisor: Lead Pastor

Responsibilities:

1. Worship Leadership & Service Planning

•Lead congregational worship as the primary worshipper and team leader.

•Plan and coordinate worship services with the Lead Pastor to align music with the preached Word.

•Direct and develop all musical ensembles (praise band, choir, vocal/instrumental groups).

•Coordinate and lead music for special services and events (Easter, Advent, weddings, funerals, church programs).

2. Team Development & Oversight

•Recruit, train, and mentor volunteers and staff for music, audio/visual, and media teams.

•Conduct regular team meetings for evaluation, planning, and spiritual encouragement.

•Oversee children's and youth music teams in partnership with next-generation ministry leaders.

3. Technology & Media

•Supervise the audio/visual ministry: sound, lighting, software, livestreaming, recording, and storage.

•Oversee the media ministry: website, signage, social media, digital content, and communication with an emphasis on outreach.

•Manage maintenance and upgrades of all technology and related equipment.

4. Administration & Stewardship

•Organize and direct the overall music and arts ministry.

•Manage budgets, subscriptions, inventory, and financial stewardship for music and arts.

•Maintain the music library, instruments, equipment, and supplies.

• Annually conduct and report to the Lead Pastor an overall evaluation of the Music and Arts Ministry. This evaluation should include:

• A review of specific goals established.

• An evaluation of the progress toward these goals, including successes and unmet goals.

• The development of new goals and strategies for the next year.

5. Vision & Church Culture

•Support and implement MVBC's mission, vision, values, Baptist Faith & Message 2000, and church covenant.

•Help foster a multigenerational, multi-ethnic worship culture.

•Stay educated in church music, technology, and leadership.

6. Pastoral & General Ministry

•Partner with the pastoral team in staff meetings, ministry projects, and pastoral care.

•Follow and support the MVBC Child Abuse Prevention Policy and Procedure Manual, along with other church policies.

•Perform other duties as assigned by the Lead Pastor.

7. Personal Growth

•Maintain a consistent walk with the Lord Jesus and observable growth in spiritual maturity.

•Demonstrate spiritual leadership and Christlike character in the home, church, and community.

•Demonstrate relational Christlikeness among leadership, staff, and membership.

•Pursue personal, relational, and professional growth through conferences and retreats.

•Maintain a consistent rhythm of gospel labor and intentional rest.

We exist to grow the Kingdom Family to magnify the Trinity in all of life, through Jesus Christ.