Director of Worship Arts Job Search
Eden Church is searching for a Director of Worship Arts? Below is the job description and information on how to apply.
DIRECTOR OF WORSHIP ARTS JOB DESCRIPTION Revised 7.13.21
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE:
· Responsible for planning, directing, development, and performance of the ministry of Worship Arts at Eden Church. Selecting Christian music for the congregation, weekly planning, rehearsing, and leading of Sunday Worship in conjunction with the Senior Pastor. Directing rehearsals and performances of choral, instrumental, drama or other worship arts in both traditional and contemporary styles and fulfilling the current needs of the church’s ministry goals. Gathering and developing Worship Arts volunteers. Responsible for management of Worship Arts Media Team.
JOB SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS
· Profess a Christian faith and continue to grow theologically.
· A bachelor’s degree in worship arts or equivalent experience preferred
· Be committed to the vision and mission of Eden Church
· Be honest, reliable, enthusiastic, self-disciplined and work collaboratively
· Submit to background and reference checks
· Knowledge of traditional, contemporary worship styles and traditions
· Knowledge of vocal and instrumental training, techniques and performance
· Timely and consistent attendance, and evening availability for rehearsals and committee meetings
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Plan liturgy for all worship services in conjunction with Senior Pastor
· Communicate rehearsal and worship schedule using Planning Center Online
· Works collaboratively with Worship Arts Committee and perform special events
· Acquire, select, and arrange music that compliments the abilities of the congregation and supports the style and theme of the service
· Maintain and grow volunteer participation in Worship Arts ministry
o Active Worship Arts Ministries at Eden Church:
§ Chancel Bells: September through May at traditional/combined service – plays 1 time a month
§ Eden Choir: September through May – sings 2-3 times a month
§ Praise Band: Year-Round – plays weekly.
· Recruit, train, and schedule volunteers to run digital presentations and produce digital media for worship services
· Provide opportunities for kids to sing
· Submit annual budget for Worship Arts ministry as needed
ACCOUNTABILITY AND EXPECTATIONS:
· Supports, is supervised by, and receives guidance from the Senior Pastor
· Work collaboratively with Senior Pastor and other members of the Church staff
· Will be evaluated regularly by Senior Pastor and Personnel Committee
· Participates in weekly staff meetings and attends other meetings in regard to liaison responsibilities
· Staff liaison responsible to Worship Arts Committee
Hours: 16-40 hours depending on agreed upon responsibilities.
Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience.
*****Please email cover letter and resume to Jobs@edenchurch-edw.org.
Prime of Life
Prime of Life will be meeting at Moonlight at 5:00p on Saturday, August 14, 2021.
The Eden Village van is available if you need a ride. Dan will pick up the Eden Village people around 4:00p. And will be on the church parking lot for other riders at 4:15p. Be sure to reserve space on the van when you sign up in the lobby.
If you cannot come in to sign up or have questions, just call, or text Kathy Eads at (618)604-9081. Or call home 288-7186.
Next month Blue Springs.
Church Picnic
Save the date for the Eden Church picnic on August 15th at the Stahlhut Farm! Guests can start arriving as early as 11:00A and lunch will be served at 1:00P. We’ll provide pulled pork and hotdogs, and the rest of the meal will be potluck style. Don’t like the meats we’ve chosen? Bring your own and we’ll grill it for you! Kids will enjoy swimming in the lake, riding the zipline, and other water activities, plus the trampoline and playset. We’ll also have yard games, giant Jenga, 9-square, and more for those not interested in swimming. This picnic is for all ages and anyone in the community, not just Eden members, so invite your friends to join us. We’ll see you there!
When: August 15th at 11:00A
Where: 5605 State Route 157 Edwardsville, IL 62025 (Eden Church van will be at the drive-way entrance)
What to Bring: A lawn chair, swimsuit & towel, side item, and/or dessert
Note: In case of inclement weather, the location will change to Eden Church
For many years the Guild has been able to provide daily devotional booklets for members and others. In order to continue that tradition for the coming year, additional funds are needed. Please put your donation in a pew envelope and label it NO BAKE.
As always, we thank you for your continued support. It is greatly appreciated.
2021 EA Convocation
Plan to attend the EA National Gathering October 15-17, 2021, at First Congregational Church Torrington, Connecticut. Click here for keynote speakers, schedule, lodging and registration information.
For more information on the EA visit our website: evangelicalassociation.org.
Summer Adult Bible Study- “The Chosen”
Are you interested in seeing and deepening your faith in a new way? Do you have a friend who knows nothing about Jesus, and you have been wanting to introduce them to Eden? Then make plans to join the youth group this summer to watch “The Chosen” season 1 together. It will be every Wednesday night from 7-8:30p beginning June 16th and lasting until August 11th in the Fellowship Hall. Feel free to bring a snack/drink if you want and a few tissues (every episode makes me tear up). Following each episode, we will have a discussion about what we watched and how we are being called to live out our faith. If you have any questions, please contact Erin Swank: eswank@edenchurch-edw.org or 656-4330 in the church office. We hope to see you there!
Friday Women’s Bible Study of The Book of Proverbs
On Friday, June 11th, Eden’s Friday Women’s Bible Study Group will begin to study The Book of Proverbs. This book uncovers the foundation of biblical wisdom and points us to the ultimate source of all true understanding - Jesus Christ. Our study will unlock the key to helping us face very real challenges such as: Handling our freedom, independence, and material resources wisely; Sustaining God-glorifying marriages; Elevating biblical priorities ahead of day-to-day pressures.
Our class will meet in Classroom D weekly at 12:30 pm beginning Friday, June 11. Contact Nancy Kruckeberg (Mobile: 618-920-6941 / Email: nkruck85@gmail.com) for more information on joining our group. We look forward to having you study with us!
Kids Sunday School Leaders Needed
If you are good with kids, love Jesus, and are 16 and older, we would love to have you join us this summer as a Kids Sunday School helper! Sunday school helpers will assist the teachers in passing out supplies, cleaning up, and other small tasks. Classes are from 10:30a to 11:30a every Sunday but sign up for as many classes as you’re available.
If you have any questions and/or would like to add your name to our awesome summer teacher list, contact Susan Newby at snewby@edenchurch-edw.org.
Wednesday Night Bible Study
The Wednesday Night Bible Study class is studying The Book of Job, by Dr. David Jeremiah. We meet in Classroom B&C weekly at 7:00p. For more details, please contact Linda Romann at 618-560-9532 / lromann@sbcglobal.net.
Worship Playlist
This year, to encourage greater singing both in Sunday morning worship and in our private worship times, we have decided to begin a Worship at Eden Spotify playlist. This playlist will include all the songs from worship each week and will grow as the year progresses. To access the playlist click here and follow the playlist to get an update each week. Contact the office with any questions.
Know Your Church Family
Pastor Karl Kindt, Eden’s Visiting Pastor, created a website for members and friends of Eden to use to share their God-given talents, crafts, hobbies, pets, and special interests so we can get to know each other better especially during the pandemic. The site has only been up for about 3 weeks and we already have about 16 members and some friends of Eden who have participated.
Here is the link: https://sites.google.com/site/godcreatedthesebyedenmembers/home.
Pastor Karl says if you all would email him a photo of something you and or your children and family have made or a picture of your pet or a description of your special interests or a photo of God’s creations, he will add them to the website. Pastor Karl can be reached at kkindt@earthlink.net.
