Job Overview

Hometown Church, a conservative Baptist church plant affiliated with the Baptist Missionary Association of Texas (https://www.bmatexas.org), is seeking a passionate and musically gifted individual to serve as a Pastoral Intern with a focus on leading music. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing church plant in Helotes, Texas, as we build a Christ-centered community dedicated to biblical preaching, heartfelt worship, and gospel outreach. Under the mentorship of our pastoral leadership, the intern will grow in ministry skills while leading our congregation in music that glorifies God and edifies His people.

Details:

• Time Commitment: 15-20 hours per week, including Sundays at 10:30 AM, rehearsals, and pastoral training.
• Duration: 1 year, with potential for extension based on ministry needs.
• Compensation: Possible future compensation.
• Location: Hometown Church, meeting at the Grey Forest Community Center, Helotes, TX 78023 (Northwest San Antonio).

Unique Opportunity:

As a member of our church plant, you'll play a vital role in shaping the future of Hometown Church. This is a rare chance to join a close-knit, gospel-driven community from the ground up, building relationships and making a lasting impact in Helotes. With the support of the Baptist Missionary Association of Texas, you'll be part of a broader mission to spread the gospel and establish thriving churches.

To Apply:

Submit a resume, a brief testimony of your faith, a statement of your interest in pastoral ministry, and a sample of your musical abilities (e.g., a video or audio recording of you leading worship or performing) to [email protected].

www.hometownchurchsatx.org

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Music Leadership (Primary Focus):
  • Plan and lead music for Sunday worship services at 10:30 AM at the Grey Forest Community Center, selecting songs that are biblically sound and encourage congregational worship.
  • Choose a blend of traditional hymns and contemporary worship songs that reflect conservative Baptist values and complement verse-by-verse preaching.
  • Coordinate and rehearse with volunteer musicians and vocalists to build a unified worship team.
  • Maintain musical instruments and sound equipment to ensure quality worship experiences.
• Pastoral Development:
  • Participate in pastoral training, including studying Scripture and assisting with teaching opportunities (e.g., small groups or youth ministry).
  • Support pastoral staff in planning special events, such as community outreaches or holiday services, to grow our church plant.
  • Engage in one-on-one discipleship and mentorship with church leadership to develop pastoral skills.
• Church Plant Involvement:
  • Contribute to the vision of Hometown Church as a new congregation, helping to foster community and invite new members to join our mission.
  • Assist with outreach efforts, such as community events or personal invitations, to share the Gospel in our city.

Qualifications:

• A committed Christian with a clear testimony of faith, passionate about serving in a conservative Baptist church aligned with the Baptist Missionary Association.
• Musical proficiency in leading congregational singing, with skills in at least one instrument (e.g., piano, guitar) and/or vocal leadership.
• Ability to read music and arrange songs for a small worship team.
• A teachable spirit, eager to grow in pastoral ministry and music leadership under pastoral guidance.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills to connect with our growing congregation.
• Previous experience in worship leading or church ministry is a plus but not required.
• Enrollment in a college, seminary, or ministry training program is preferred.