Church Organist
Bethany Lutheran Church Leesburg, Florida, Leesburg, FL, United States
Church Organist
Our Mission
Bethany is a place where you matter to God and to us, existing to glorify the Holy Trinity, to administer the sacraments, to teach and preach the gospel in all its purity, to grow in our relationship to God.
The Impact You'll Make
As our Church Organist, you will be more than a musician—you will be a vital partner in ministry. Your music will help set the tone for worship, enhance the congregation's participation, and create moments of beauty that linger long after the service ends. Whether accompanying hymns, leading preludes and postludes, or collaborating with our choir, soloists or ensembles, your artistry will help bring our mission to life.
What You'll Do
* Provide organ and piano music for Sunday worship services, seasonal celebrations (Christmas, Easter, etc.), weddings, and funerals. * Collaborate with the pastor and music director to select and prepare music that complements the liturgy and sermon themes. * Accompany congregational singing, choral anthems, and special music. * Help ensure proper maintenance and care for the church's organ and pianos and help coordinate any necessary tuning or repairs. * Participate in rehearsals with the choir and other musicians as needed. * May offer occasional solo performances for special services or community events.
What You'll Bring
* Proficiency in organ performance, with strong sight-reading and accompaniment skills. * Familiarity with sacred and liturgical music traditions, as well as openness to incorporating diverse musical styles. * Ability to collaborate with clergy, choir, and other musicians in a team-oriented environment. * Reliability, professionalism, and a heart for serving through music. * Previous experience in a worship setting preferred but not required for exceptional candidates.
The Bethany Family
* A warm, supportive congregation that values and appreciates its musicians. * Opportunities to showcase your creativity and musical gifts in both traditional and contemporary settings. * Flexible scheduling for rehearsals and special events. * Competitive compensation based on experience, with additional fees for weddings and funerals. * A beautiful worship space with a well-maintained sanctuary organ and piano.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome musicians of all backgrounds to apply.
Your Next Step
See the complete position description at https://www.bethanylutheranleesburg.com/organist
Please send a cover letter and resumé/CV to BLCLeesburg@gmail.com with the subject line "Organist". All other questions can be sent to the same email address, or you may call the church at 352.787.7275 on weekdays between 9am-1pm. Bethany Lutheran Church is located at 1334 Griffin Road, Leesburg, FL 34748. Our website is https://www.bethanylutheranleesburg.com. Bethany Lutheran Church is a member of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod and it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified persons and not to illegally discriminate in employment, training, promotion, compensation or other terms and conditions of employment with regard to an individual's age, race, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran's status or any other status protected by law. However, we retain the right to give preference in employment on the basis of religion.
Pay: $13,000.00 - $16,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Our Mission
Bethany is a place where you matter to God and to us, existing to glorify the Holy Trinity, to administer the sacraments, to teach and preach the gospel in all its purity, to grow in our relationship to God.
The Impact You'll Make
As our Church Organist, you will be more than a musician—you will be a vital partner in ministry. Your music will help set the tone for worship, enhance the congregation's participation, and create moments of beauty that linger long after the service ends. Whether accompanying hymns, leading preludes and postludes, or collaborating with our choir, soloists or ensembles, your artistry will help bring our mission to life.
What You'll Do
* Provide organ and piano music for Sunday worship services, seasonal celebrations (Christmas, Easter, etc.), weddings, and funerals. * Collaborate with the pastor and music director to select and prepare music that complements the liturgy and sermon themes. * Accompany congregational singing, choral anthems, and special music. * Help ensure proper maintenance and care for the church's organ and pianos and help coordinate any necessary tuning or repairs. * Participate in rehearsals with the choir and other musicians as needed. * May offer occasional solo performances for special services or community events.
What You'll Bring
* Proficiency in organ performance, with strong sight-reading and accompaniment skills. * Familiarity with sacred and liturgical music traditions, as well as openness to incorporating diverse musical styles. * Ability to collaborate with clergy, choir, and other musicians in a team-oriented environment. * Reliability, professionalism, and a heart for serving through music. * Previous experience in a worship setting preferred but not required for exceptional candidates.
The Bethany Family
* A warm, supportive congregation that values and appreciates its musicians. * Opportunities to showcase your creativity and musical gifts in both traditional and contemporary settings. * Flexible scheduling for rehearsals and special events. * Competitive compensation based on experience, with additional fees for weddings and funerals. * A beautiful worship space with a well-maintained sanctuary organ and piano.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome musicians of all backgrounds to apply.
Your Next Step
See the complete position description at https://www.bethanylutheranleesburg.com/organist
Please send a cover letter and resumé/CV to BLCLeesburg@gmail.com with the subject line "Organist". All other questions can be sent to the same email address, or you may call the church at 352.787.7275 on weekdays between 9am-1pm. Bethany Lutheran Church is located at 1334 Griffin Road, Leesburg, FL 34748. Our website is https://www.bethanylutheranleesburg.com. Bethany Lutheran Church is a member of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod and it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified persons and not to illegally discriminate in employment, training, promotion, compensation or other terms and conditions of employment with regard to an individual's age, race, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran's status or any other status protected by law. However, we retain the right to give preference in employment on the basis of religion.
Pay: $13,000.00 - $16,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person