Website Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church
Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church in Gloucester, Virginia is seeking a part-time Music Director to help the congregation worship God through song. The church has been a faithful presence in the Gloucester Courthouse community since 1880 and is part of ECO — A Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians.
Church: Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church
Location: Gloucester, Virginia
Denomination: ECO — A Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians
Position Type: Part-Time (15-20 hours per week)
Salary: $35,000 – $45,000 (commensurate with experience)
Website: gracecovenant.us
About the Church
Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church has been a faithful presence in the Gloucester Courthouse community since 1880. The church is a multi-generational congregation welcoming members from infants to those in their nineties. Worship style is traditional — the congregation primarily sings from the hymnal, and services include both singing and responsive readings. The church is eager to better engage younger families and youth and to explore new musical expressions together.
Position Summary
The Music Director will help the congregation worship God through song. This is a part-time salaried position of 15-20 hours per week. The position includes paid vacation time, professional dues, and other benefits. There is a possibility of combining this role with other duties.
Responsibilities
- Lead music at regular Sunday morning worship services and other services throughout the year
- Lead and schedule regular rehearsals for choir and other ensembles
- Coordinate volunteers or other personnel in all areas of the Music Ministry
- Coordinate music selection with the Senior Pastor for weekly services, special occasions, and significant dates on the Christian calendar
- Collaborate with other ministries (children and youth) to facilitate greater involvement in worship
- Organize and maintain all music resources and spaces, including care and upkeep of church instruments, robes, and library
- Attend weekly staff meetings, quarterly worship committee meetings, and other meetings as needed
Qualifications
- Loves to worship the Lord and is able to encourage others to join in
- Demonstrates considerable musical skill (vocal direction, piano, or other instruments; ability to play organ is a benefit but not required)
- Can engage and recruit congregation members, especially young people, to participate in worship
- Comfortable with the mission, convictions, and Tenets of Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church and ECO
- Able to actively engage in a highly collaborative work environment
- Able to embrace the best of the worship tradition while helping carry the congregation into the future
- Has experience teaching and working with volunteers and engaging with all ages
How to Apply
Please submit the following to the pastor:
- Letter of interest
- Resume/CV
- Sample of music
Email: jesse@gracecovenant.us
Contact: Rev. Jesse Hill, PhD., Senior Pastor
Office Phone: 804-693-2071
Cell: 804-695-4234
Website: gracecovenant.us
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