Position Overview The Worship and Connections Pastor is responsible for leading the church's worship experiences and facilitating the assimilation of guests into the church's life. This dual role requires a passionate leader who can cultivate engaging worship environments and develop effective systems for connecting individuals to small groups, service opportunities, and spiritual growth pathways. Qualifications – A committed follower of Jesus Christ, demonstrating spiritual maturity and a calling to pastoral ministry. – Agrees with the Baptist Faith and Message, 2000. – Bachelor's degree required, but additional education is beneficial. – Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in worship leadership and/or connections ministry. – Proficient in vocal and instrumental music; capable of leading worship. – Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills. – Experience with worship planning software and audio/visual technology. Primary Responsibilities Worship Leadership – Plan, coordinate, and lead engaging worship services in collaboration with the Senior Pastor. – Recruit, train, and oversee worship team members, including vocalists, instrumentalists, and technical volunteers. – Manage worship rehearsals, song selection, and the integration of multimedia elements to enhance the worship experience. – Oversee the maintenance and organization of musical instruments, equipment, and worship-related resources. – Stay current with trends in worship music and incorporate a blend of worship styles suitable for the congregation – Assist the Senior Pastor in planning and conducting seasonal worship and/or special presentation events. – Give general oversight and supervision to all music ministry staff, providing training and counsel as needed. Connections and Assimilation – Help move guests from first-time visitors to fully engaged members. – Oversee guest services, including greeters, ushers, and hospitality teams, ensuring a welcoming environment for all attendees. – Coordinate and lead membership classes, small group integration, and volunteer onboarding processes. – Maintain accurate records of guest follow-up, membership status, and involvement in church activities. – Collaborate with ministry leaders to identify and create opportunities for congregational engagement and spiritual growth. Additional Responsibilities – Participate in pastoral care, including hospital visits, counseling, outreach ministries, in-reach ministries, and officiating weddings and funerals as needed. – Attend and contribute to staff meetings and church-wide events. – Assist in developing and managing budgets related to worship and connection ministries and other assigned budgets. – Ensure compliance with church policies and procedures, including volunteer background checks. – Assist Senior Pastor in matters of weekday administration, supervising assigned paid and lay staff, as directed by the Senior Pastor.