Maplewood Reformed Church
Holland, Michigan
www.maplewoodrca.org
www.youtube.com/@maplewoodrca/streams

Mission Statement: “Inviting Disconnected People to belong to Christ and each other.”

Reporting to the Pastor, this is a part-time position estimated at about 10 hours per week with an hourly pay rate commensurate with experience. Hours are semi-flexible to align with practice times, staff collaboration, meetings, and administrative preparation.

Primary responsibilities of the Worship Coordinator position are to work with the Pastor to develop Spirit-filled worship that helps fulfill our Mission Statement and grows the worship experience at MRC.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Identifies and trains gifted individuals and encourages them as they become involved in worship ministry.

Attend staff meetings and worship planning sessions as required.

Oversee scheduling of volunteers for worship to support sound, projection and camera technician, and other needs.

Coordinate with Pastor to create and lead well-planned and engaging music that fits the scriptural theme for Sunday worship. This includes leading and overseeing the music/praise team (which we do not have now).

Prepare PowerPoint slides and/or bulletins for Sunday worship service each week.

Arrange for decoration of the worship center for seasonal themes and special emphasis.

Lead practice(s) during the week and on Sunday morning before the service as appropriate.

Organize printed and digital resources so volunteers have what they need to serve.

Character and Skills:

The Worship Coordinator will have a vital relationship with Jesus Christ and be an active participant in the life and ministry of MRC.

Will have an appreciation for the variety of music styles and their appropriate use and placement in worship.

A willingness and excitement to develop and build the new Worship Coordinator role in our ministry at MRC.

The Worship Coordinator should possess good organizational, leadership, communication, and people skills.

The Worship Coordinator should be a musician, creative and capable of developing a Worship Team who assist in leading worship.

Have knowledge of sound and video equipment, along with digital platforms for projection of worship elements on the big screen in the sanctuary.

Personal or professional experience in music leadership, accompaniment, and performance preferred.

Ability to delegate effectively and to provide an appropriate level of accountability for those to whom various matters are delegated.

Respect other staff members and volunteers by promoting accountability, honesty, integrity, and trust.

Empower volunteers to use their gifts of music or other art to advance the gospel through worship.

To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and links of you leading worship:

Rev. Dr. James Ellis III
james@maplewoodrca.org