Job Description for Music/Discipleship Minister
Purpose:
To assist in in the mission of Arbor Drive Community Church in York, Nebraska - “helping people know God and grow in spiritual maturity through knowing and being satisfied in Jesus Christ” - by serving the body under the direction of the Senior Pastor and elders with special emphasis given to music and the teaching, equipping and shepherding of families. This does not start out as an elder position though the expectation is that the man hired becomes an elder within 2 years of taking the position.
Qualifications:
Must meet the moral qualifications laid out in 1 Timothy 3:1-7
Must have competencies commiserate with the job requirements listed below
Must be in agreement with the doctrinal statement of Arbor Drive Community Church
Must be reformed in doctrine
Must agree to live within a 20 mile radius of York upon being hired
Oversight:
The music/discipleship minister will be overseen and supervised by the Senior Pastor and accountable to the board of elders.
Salary/Benefits:
Salary will be determined on the basis of qualifications, experience and need. Annual vacation time is 3 weeks/year over the first 4 years and then afterwards increases to 4 weeks/year. Vacation leave needs to be approved in advance by the board of elders. All federal holidays will be off. One week paid sick leave per year will be given. Unused sick leave can accumulate up to 2 weeks. Health insurance and housing are not included in this position. There will be a ministry expense amount given for this position every year along with opportunities for continuing education/development.
Responsibilities:
General
Become a member of Arbor Drive Community Church and submit to leadership, be knowledgeable of scriptures along with the doctrine and core values of Arbor Drive Community Church
Maintain a clear testimony of faith and lifestyle consistent with a follower of Jesus Christ. Maintain moral qualification as well as personal Christian growth.
Maintain a healthy devotional and prayer life.
Maintain a healthy home life in marriage and children if married.
Develop meaningful relationships with people within Arbor Drive Community Church and pursue fellowship outside of church activities and gatherings.
Develop leaders in ministry areas of responsibility that embody godly character, competency, and commitment to the gospel through discipleship.
Attend elder meetings as required. Communicate with the staff and implement planning under the direction of the Senior Pastor. Communicate regularly and clearly with the Senior Pastor, asking questions, seeking guidance, and contributing ideas and feedback.
Provide a written report at the annual meeting and a verbal report at the semi-annual meeting
Pursue growth through continuing education and theological study..
Submit monthly report to elders in writing prior to the elder meeting as directed by Senior Pastor.
Expected to be in the office 4-5 days a week
Become an elder within 2 years of starting position.
Music
Coordinate scheduling for music team and A/V team. Communicate with them and ensure they are properly trained on all equipment.
Regularly oversee practices and lead music during the worship service and designate leader when not leading. Give direction and feedback to musicians and A/V volunteers to facilitate their growth.
Work with the Senior Pastor to coordinate the Hymn or Psalm of the month. Coordinate the arrangement and teach those songs to the music team. Lead the singing at the monthly Hymn/Psalm sing.
Maintain updated Google Sheet of all songs we sing along with the links to sheet music, chord sheets, and YouTube videos.
Seek and develop volunteers for the music team and A/V team. Oversee the maintenance of all A/V and music equipment.
Spend time increasing competency and skill in instrument and equipment.
Load EasyWorship slides for each week’s service based on the order of worship provided by the Senior Pastor and send that order of worship out to all involved in the service. Advise Senior Pastor in developing/making adjustments to songs in the order of worship.
Oversee music and A/V budget
Keep up to date on all legal obligations regarding CCLI
Other tasks as assigned by Senior Pastor.
Discipleship
Provide counseling as needed for families, youth or parents.
Serve as a teacher for youth Sunday School. Develop curriculum in conjunction with the Senior Pastor. Recruit and train teachers.
Plan and oversee youth events geared toward spiritual edification and fellowship among students and coordinate parental involvement in these events. These events can include Wednesday night activities, outings in the community, events in church, service projects, etc…
Coordinate annual Impact Trip for Sr. High students and recruit volunteers to assist in that trip.
Engage with parents of youth who attend Wednesday Night Youth and help equip them in making disciples of their children.
Ensure everything is done with an aim of assisting parents in their responsibility to disciple their children and not as a replacement for that.
Oversee and coordinate children’s Sunday School including recruiting/training teachers, selecting curriculum, coordinating schedule, and other duties related to Children’s Sunday School as needed.
Next Steps:
To apply for this position, please submit a resume, philosophy of ministry, letters of recommendation and cover letter to Arbor Drive Community Church via email (arbordriveinfo@gmail.com) or mail (1527 N. Blackburn Ave. York, Nebraska 68467). If selected to proceed, a theological questionnaire will be sent for you to fill out and return..