Employment

Job Opening
Worship Leader/Communications Coordinator

The Job:
Lake Shore Church is hiring a Worship Leader/Communications Coordinator to fill a dual role that provides excellence in music and creative and timely church communications.

The Church:
Lake Shore Church in St. Clair Shores, Michigan is known in the city for her heart and outreach to the local community. We worship in both traditional and modern styles which is centered on the word of God and offers a rich musical experience. The modern worship service runs concurrently with a vibrant kids Sunday School program. The congregation is deeply committed to being a multi-generational church that is invested in raising up a new generation of faith. We are a mainline church, reformed in theology and evangelical in Spirit. Our denominational affiliation is Presbyterian, PC(USA).

Support:
Lake Shore Church is a warm and encouraging congregation. Support will be found from band members as well as key church leaders and volunteers. The employee will find themselves a part of a four-member senior staff team that includes two pastors and our Office Manager.

Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in related field
- Ministry experience leading worship.
- Demonstrated faith commitment in Jesus Christ.

Core Competencies
- Exceptional musical talent and leadership ability, with a proficiency in vocal performance.
- Versatility across various media platforms, with a knack for creativity and innovation in digital, social, and print communications.
- Technological proficiency, with the ability to adeptly navigate and utilize a range of software and online tools.
- Strong Interpersonal skills, capable of effective listening, fostering accountability in the spirit of love, and engaging individuals with optimism and abundance.

See the job description for further description of duties.

Start Date: Negotiable and Flexible, Fall 2024
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to pastoradam@lakeshorechurch.com by March 20th.

Worship Leader and Communications Coordinator
Job Description

Status: Part-time
FSLA: non-exempt

Job Summary: The Worship Leader/Communications Coordinator holds a dual role that provides excellence in music and creative and timely church communications.

Essential Functions

Worship Leader and Resident Musician
- Lead the people of God in modern music each Sunday fostering a vibrant and engaging worship experience.
- Direct weekly rehearsals for the worship band, ensuring musical excellence.
- Recruit, mentor, and manage volunteer musicians, creating a collaborative and supportive environment.
- Curate worship playlists, selecting songs that align with the scripture and thematic elements of the service.
- Provide music leadership for special events and mid-week worship services.

Communications Coordinator
- Oversee the church’s digital presence, including appropriate integrations and content management of the website and mobile app, ensuring they are effective tools for engagement and information.
- Collaborate with the Associate Pastor and digital outreach team to strategize and execute dynamic social media campaigns that grow community and foster engagement.
- Provide church-wide digital and print communications (including weekly eblast and monthly Soundings) to keep the congregation informed and connected.
- Design all promotional materials, brochures and pamphlets that effectively communicate the church’s vision and culture. Work with group leaders to provide timely communications to program participants.
- Initiate, create and author content for the above communications.

Other Responsibilities
- Provide music for funerals and weddings as requested (additional compensation based on current church policy).
- Participate actively in senior staff team meetings, contributing to strategic planning and church administration.
- Participate as a valuable team member in creative worship meetings and discussions.
- Support the Office Manager with administrative tasks as part of the office team, promoting technological solutions and efficiencies.
- Perform additional duties assigned.