Job Requirements

As a church musician and minister to people, I keep my eyes and ears open to the different aspects of church need. I check the web sites and follow any leads concerning ministry openings. I hope for new and exciting opportunities to see music in the church and lead worship. That is why I am really becoming clear and in tune with the needs of the Emerging Church; a growing idea with rounded and slippery edges. In any respect, new and exciting.

But it never fails that I find a church needing a good, Contemporary, "in the box" kind of "guy" to lead on Sunday... and that's OK! To give you some sort of insight into my regularly viewed job description, see below (an actual posted list of qualifications).

My question to you is: "Will they know who Jesus is, if their leader fits this box?"

WORSHIP ARTS PASTOR QUALIFICATIONS
1. Must be a follower of Jesus and have been baptized by immersion.
2. Must be committed to sound doctrine and the habits necessary for spiritual growth.
3. Must demonstrate leadership abilities and a calling to vocational ministry.
4. Must demonstrate competence in worship-related ministry (undergraduate degree required).
5. Must possess a passion and love for people of all ages and backgrounds.
6. Must possess at least five years of experience in a similar ministry setting.
7. Must be able and willing to lead in a variety of worship formats (guitar skills required).
8. Must be able and willing to delegate with oversight, manage time well, and plan ahead.
9. Must be a team player and be willing to give and receive feedback.
10. Knowledge and experience in computers, audio, video, lighting, and media are a plus.