Worship Pastor

Fellowship of Huntsville Church – Worship Pastor

This is a full-time position; however, the Worship Pastor responsibilities are only a portion of the overall role. In addition to leading worship, the Worship Pastor will oversee other ministry areas based on their unique gifts, strengths, and the church’s needs.

Abilities & Qualifications    

The ideal candidate will be:

• A Pastor and Musician – Someone who views worship ministry as both spiritual leadership and musical artistry.
• Ministry Leader – Possesses a heart for the spiritual growth of both the congregation and the worship ministry team.
• Relational and Inspiring – Brings an enthusiastic presence and relational skills to lead a medium-to-large congregation in authentic worship.
• Musically Skilled – Proficient in vocal and instrumental leadership, including the ability to direct rehearsals and lead others musically.
• Organized and Administrative – Able to handle scheduling, planning, budgeting, and interpersonal coordination effectively.
• Technologically Proficient – Skilled in operating worship technology including sound, lighting, live streaming, projection, computers, videography, and related software/hardware.
• A Team-Oriented Self-Starter – Brings a positive, encouraging attitude and thrives in both independent and collaborative environments.

Primary Responsibilities

• Spiritual Leadership
  • Maintain an authentic, growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
  • Provide spiritual guidance and pastoral care to worship teams.
• Team Development
• • Build, train, and lead worship-related teams, including musicians, vocalists, technical staff, and volunteers.
  • Encourage ongoing growth through books, conferences, and training resources, as the budget allows.
• Corporate Worship Leadership
• • Plan and lead all corporate worship services in consultation with the Senior Pastor.
  • Ensure all worship elements align with the theme, are theologically accurate, and enhance the worship experience.
  • Oversee music selection, media presentation, sound and lighting, and coordination of all service participants.
  • Serve as the primary worship leader and direct rehearsals and weekly activities to support services.
• Community Outreach
• • Develop ways to use music and worship for evangelism and outreach.
• Administrative Oversight
• • Propose and manage the worship ministry budget.
  • Set and evaluate worship ministry goals in alignment with the FOHC vision.
• Collaborative Ministry
• • Assist the Pastor of Student Ministries with worship-related needs.
  • Be open to taking on additional ministry responsibilities in line with personal strengths and the church’s needs.