Worship and Connections Pastor

First Baptist Church of Scottsboro

Position Title: Worship and Connections Pastor

Reports To: Senior Pastor

Status: Full-Time, Pastoral Staff

Location: First Baptist Church, Scottsboro, Alabama

Denomination: Southern Baptist Convention (SBC)

Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 connections, 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.

Personal Expectations

• Demonstrate a heart for ministry and a commitment to personal spiritual growth.

• Exhibit humility, teachability, and collaboration with church staff and volunteers.

• Maintain a lifestyle that reflects the values and teachings of Jesus Christ.

• Be an active church member participating in its worship, community, and mission, tithing and offerings.

• Represent FBC in a manner that is appropriate, regarding attire, speech, and attitude, when conducting church and community affairs.