Minister of Music

Principal Function:

The minister of music is responsible to the pastor for the total music ministry of the church.

Direct the planning, organizing, conducting and evaluating of a comprehensive music program in preparing groups, soloists and choirs for internal and external ministry.
Work with the ministerial staff on special music needs in the total church program.
Supervise the work of the music ministry staff.
Work with the nominating committee to enlist and train leaders for the music ministry.
Work with the pastor in selecting music for regular and special worship services – including weddings, funerals and special projects.
Coordinate the music program with the organizational calendar and emphases of the church.
Participate in regular hospital and prospect visitation.
Monitor the purchasing, maintenance and replacement of all music-related equipment, supplies and instruments.
Keep informed on music methods, materials, promotion and administration.
Prepare an annual music budget for approval and administer the budget.
Direct congregational singing at all regularly scheduled worship services.
Plan and arrange an “Order of Service” for worship services.
Cooperate with associational and state leaders in promoting activities of mutual interest.