First United Methodist Church of Delmar, NY Delmar, NY Posted: February 28, 2017
Job Information:
First United Methodist Church of Delmar is seeking a Director of Music Ministries. The preferred candidate should work well with musical colleagues, coordinate music with pastors, attract & nurture choir members & command a broad repertoire of liturgical music. We desire a music program that meets the needs of a traditional worship service while appealing to an increasingly diverse congregation.
Roles include: 1) Collaborate with pastors, Organist/ Accompanist & choir directors to schedule music to enhance Sunday morning worship 2) Director of Adult Choir ( rehearsal & worship) 3) Work with music staff & volunteers to ensure music coverage for all worship services
Responsibilities include: 1) Plan music for Sunday morning worship & seasonal special services 2) Rehearse & conduct assigned choirs to add to the worship experience 3) Work directly with the organist/ accompanist & pastors in planning music for worship 4) Recruit volunteers and participants to the music ministry of the church 5) Develop choir members' understanding of the spiritual meaning of music & role in worship.
FUMC is a vibrant community of believers offering a diverse opportunities for fellowship, study and service- as well as two distinctive weekly worship services. We are a congregation of the United Methodist Church , a worldwide community of faith. United Methodists share basic affirmations in common with all Christian communities.
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