Worship Pastor — NC Baptists, Stoneville, NC

Position: Worship Pastor

Organization: NC Baptists

Location: Stoneville, NC

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Worship Pastor at Hope Church, Stoneville | Baptist State Convention of North Carolina Worship Pastor Hope Church, Stoneville | Stoneville, NC Posted Date 8/18/2026 Description Hope Church Worship Leader Job Description The Worship Leader is a full-time position primarily tasked with planning, preparing for, and leading a weekly worship gathering.   This position is a pastoral staff position whose primary responsibilities relate to the worship and technical needs of the church.   However, this person must have a pastor’s heart for people.   Hope Church believes that ministry is about people and not merely about the thing you are assigned to.   If people are not the focus, ministry doesn’t happen.   There will be times when he is called upon to do tasks unrelated to worship and tech. We have a small staff and a growing church.   Each staff member must be willing to help wherever they are needed.   QUALIFICATIONS Clear testimony that he is a follower of Jesus Experience planning, preparing, and leading worship services Agrees with Hope Church’s doctrinal statement and vision   ABILITIES Skilled in vocal and instrumental direction Can proficiently play an instrument (preferably acoustic guitar) Quality singing voice Engaging stage presence Has experience with the use of technology in worship such as lighting, worship software, sound systems, video projection, livestream, etc. Has experience with or is willing to learn skills not related to worship, but helps to promote the vision of the church (apps, website, photography, videography, etc.) Team player with good relational skills and a positive attitude Self-starter who strives for quality Some training is available.     PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the congregation in worship and direct the flow and elements of the service Develop a weekly order of service in coordination with the staff and communicate it in advance to the members of the worship team and tech team. We use planning center for this task. Direct a weekly rehearsal with the worship team that both prepares for a quality performance on Sunday, and develops new music to be introduced to the congregation in future services. The worship leader ultimately chooses the music, but it is important that he seeks input from team members and the pastor on song selection. Ensure that the stage set-up, lighting, sound system, video systems, and worship presentation software are working properly and ready for the service. Build the worship presentation for each week’s service. We use propresenter.   This includes announcement graphics, countdown videos, sermon bumpers/graphics, and song slides. Oversee the design/decoration of the stage to keep it fresh, orderly, and connecting with the current season or emphasis of the church. Recruit and/or develop new musicians, singers, and tech team members Engage in the body of the church as an active member by being at the meetings and fellowships of the church, by joining a small group, by seeking to make connections with members beyond the worship stage, and by supporting the vision and mission of Hope Church Work under the guidance of the lead pastor and elders Communicate with and work together with all other worship leaders within the Hope Church family of churches.   SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES Keep the app and website up to date.   Oversee all social media accounts for the church Work with other staff members to ensure their responsibilities are complete Help the lead pastor with technology (I am not tech savvy) Help with worship and tech at events when the entire Hope Church family comes together (marriage retreats, students camp, leadership summit, etc). Help other Hope Church locations when called upon Paid Status full time Ministry Role Music/Worship Leader Minimum Education Level High School Diploma Share this job