Minister of Worship and Discipleship
First Baptist Church Gray, GA
Position Type: Full Time
Supervisor: Lead Pastor
Job Description Summary:
The Minister of Worship and Discipleship will help the members of FBC Gray to fulfill the church’s mission to make unbelievers believers, make believers disciples, and make disciples who grow and go. This position will serve that mission by equipping the church for corporate worship by planning, conducting, and evaluating worship services in partnership with the other ministry staff. Our corporate discipleship will also be included in these responsibilities, with specific attention given to education, including Sunday School, groups, and other Bible studies. This position will begin as a “Ministry Staff” position with a view toward becoming a pastoral position. According to our bylaws, an elder/pastor must be a member of FBC Gray for at least one year and be at least 30 years old. Once those criteria are met, the elders can recommend the candidate to be considered as a staff pastor/elder. Upon the affirmation of the congregation, this would then become a pastoral position.
Responsibilities: Worship Ministry (55%):
Work with other staff to prepare Sunday morning services
Ensure songs are theologically sound from good, Scriptural sources
Plan special worship services (Christmas Eve, Holy Week, Easter, etc.)
Develop graphics with other staff for services and sermons
Oversee all media equipment (sound, video, tech, etc.)
Build a cohesive team of volunteers
Meet consistently with volunteers to review needs
Lead and oversee worship team on Sunday morning and during weekly practices
Oversee the worship and music ministry budget
Other duties as assigned
Life Group Ministry (35%):
Develop a meaningful discipleship ministry
Oversee and manage all educational and discipleship times, schedules, and classes
Monitor and approve curriculum for all classes and groups (adults, youth, and children)
Meet with existing leaders and teachers two times a year for training and accountability.
Collaborate with lay directors and teachers
Help recruit and train additional potential leaders
Oversee discipleship, education, and literature budgets.
Create plans for increasing church-wide participation in discipleship
Pastoral Presence (10%): (See the Job Description Summary concerning the pastoral nature of this position.)
Participate in weekly staff meetings
Provide pastoral care and spiritual direction to the church
Attend meetings of elders as required
Preach and teach occasionally as fits with your gift(s)
Administer the Gospel Ordinances of Believer’s Baptism and The Lord’s Supper
Qualifications: A clear testimony of faith in Christ and growth in the faith
Sound theology in line with The Baptist Faith and Message (2000)
A clearly communicated call to serve as a pastor/ elder/ overseer
Some experience in church ministry in various areas is acceptable
Musical ability and knowledge in both modern and traditional avenues
A knowledge of rhythm, chords, and lead sheets
A knowledge of technical music, including reading music, and instrumentation
Some experience with music and service technology (audio/ video)
Commitment to discipleship rooted in sound doctrine and the Scriptures
A love for God’s people and the Lord’s Day
Education Requirements: A degree in appropriate areas of ministry is preferred
A seminary degree is highly preferred, though not required
Experience will be take into account in lieu of formal education
