Part Time Worship Leader Music Ministry Position

Berwyn United Methodist Church is seeking a part-time Worship Leader to provide strong musical and spiritual leadership in shaping Christ-centered, participatory worship.

We are a welcoming, relational congregation with a clear vision for growth and deeper discipleship. While we are currently modest in size, we are building toward a vibrant and engaging worship life, and this role offers the opportunity to help shape that future.

We are looking for a leader who brings both musical excellence and spiritual depth — someone with a servant’s heart and a growing relationship with Jesus Christ who can guide the congregation in worship that bridges traditional Methodist heritage with thoughtful contemporary expression.

Rooted in grace and committed to being a community where all are welcomed and valued, we seek to create worship spaces where people encounter God’s transforming love and experience belonging.

Responsibilities

Plan and lead music for weekly Sunday worship services

Select songs that align with sermon themes, the liturgical calendar, and the theological vision of the church

Lead with strong vocal and instrumental ability while encouraging active congregational participation

Introduce worship elements with clarity, warmth, and theological awareness

Model authentic spiritual engagement from the platform

Meet regularly with the Pastor to coordinate service themes and flow

Contribute creatively to the overall worship experience

Assist in planning and leading seasonal services (Advent, Christmas Eve, Lent, Holy Week, Easter, etc.)

Communicate clearly with volunteers and church leadership

Development of Worship Ministry

This position offers the opportunity to build and shape a worship ministry over time in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Foster an environment where worship is participatory rather than performance-driven

Encourage intergenerational involvement in worship leadership

Rehearsal & Musical Preparation

Organize and lead rehearsals as needed

Ensure musical arrangements are accessible and well-prepared

Maintain musical excellence appropriate to the congregation’s context

Administrative & Technical Responsibilities

Prepare slides/lyrics for worship services

Maintain CCLI reporting and music licensing compliance

Coordinate basic worship technology (sound, slides, livestream collaboration as needed)

Steward music ministry resources responsibly

Qualifications
Spiritual & Relational Qualifications

A mature and growing relationship with Jesus Christ

Servant-hearted, humble, and teachable

A heart for discipleship and mentoring

Desire to build authentic Christian community

Commitment to creating worship environments where all are welcomed and invited into participation

Musical Qualifications

Proficiency in piano or guitar preferred

Ability to lead both traditional hymns and contemporary worship songs

Ability to teach new music to a congregation

Experience leading in a structured worship setting preferred

Preferred (Not Required)

Formal musical and/or theological training

Familiarity with Wesleyan/Methodist theology

Basic knowledge of worship technology (sound systems, presentation software, livestreaming)

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