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Lead the praise team and congregation in worship and vocally lead them as required by the Chaplain. * Assist the Chaplain or their designated representative in developing as appropriate: annual ...

Lead the praise team and congregation in worship and vocally lead them as required by the Chaplain. * Assist the Chaplain or their designated representative in developing as appropriate: annual ...

The applicant shall perform for all regularly scheduled worship services, praise team rehearsals and additional services as requested. * Support and assist the Lead Faith Group Chaplain or designee ...

Interact with the children through play, games, and activities * Assist to ensure order within the classroom * Participate in classroom activities, i.e., praise and worship, story and lesson time ...

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Interact with the children through play, games, and activities * Assist to ensure order within the classroom * Participate in classroom activities, i.e., praise and worship, story and lesson time ...

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Lead congregational singing and vocal worship as required * Plan, organize, and lead praise team or ... Develop and maintain relationships with volunteers and chapel participants * Assist in planning ...

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What is the difference between Assistant Praise Worship vs Worship Leader?

AspectAssistant Praise WorshipWorship Leader
CredentialsTypically high school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require music or theology trainingOften requires similar credentials, with additional leadership or music experience
Work EnvironmentChurch services, youth groups, choir practicesLeading worship sessions, planning services, coordinating musicians
Employer & IndustryReligious organizations, churchesReligious organizations, churches, worship ministries
Search & Comparison IntentPeople looking for support roles assisting in worship servicesIndividuals seeking leadership roles in worship teams

Assistant Praise Worship roles focus on supporting the worship team and assisting during services, while Worship Leaders take on the primary responsibility for planning and leading worship sessions. Both roles often require similar credentials and work within church environments, but the Worship Leader holds more leadership and planning responsibilities.

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Job description

St. Mary Magdalen in Brighton is seeming a Director of Worship reporting to the Pastor.
General Summary: As a 30-40 hour per week job, the Director of Worship aids the Pastor;
  • In Celebrating liturgies that are joyfully reverent
  • By providing appropriate music at carious events
  • In guiding the prayer and devotional life of the parish.
Key Responsibility Areas:
Acts 2:42 states: “They devoted themselves to the teaching of the apostles and to the communal life, to the breaking of the bread and to the prayers.” The Director of Worship ensures that “the breaking of the bread” and “the prayers” are taken seriously and are integral aspects of parish life at St. Mary Magdalen.
The Breaking of the Bread
  • Music Ministry - Collaborate with the Pastor to form and lead a team of musicians/choir that will enhance and elevate all worship events and experiences at the parish.
  • Liturgical Ministry - Collaborate with the Pastor and other key stakeholders in liturgical planning and celebration in order to deliver a joyfully reverent and beautiful liturgical experience.
The Prayers
  • Pastoral Ministry - Collaborate with the Pastor to form and lead a team of parishioners in order to build up the prayer and devotional life of the parish.
Primary Duties
In each of those Key Responsibility Areas, The Director of Worship is responsible for a number of Primary Duties, specifically:
Music Ministry
  • Direct recruitment, training, scheduling and lead the musicians/choir for Sunday Masses, retreats, praise and worship nights, youth events, etc.
  • Select appropriate songs and form playlists for Masses and other events
  • Collaborate with the Pastor regarding musical styles and liturgical seasons
  • Form and lead a children’s choir
  • Be available for funerals and weddings as they are scheduled or find coverage
  • Facilitate an atmosphere of worship in all liturgical settings
Liturgical Ministry
  • Participate in liturgical planning meetings
  • Collaborate effectively with the liturgical coordinator
  • Research and advise the pastor on the rubrics for liturgical celebrations according to the Roman Missal, Rite Books, and the GIRM
  • Adhere to all liturgical norms as promulgated by the Diocese of Lansing, the USCCB, the Code of Canon Law, and the Vatican
  • Develop a strong working relationship with the Diocesan Office of Worship
Pastoral Ministry
  • Recruit, train, schedule, and lead the Encounter Team, parishioners who assist with:
    • Prayer Ministry
    • Particular devotions (First Friday, Divine Mercy, etc.)
    • Days of Adoration
    • Praise and Worship nights
    • Speaker series, classes, or workshops
    • Parish Mission
  • Hold retreats for parishioners
  • Direct and expand Eucharistic Exposition/Benediction
  • Pray with and for the parish
  • Collaborate with the Director of Evangelization and Catechesis
Other duties may be assigned to the Director of Worship at the discretion of the Pastor.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for the Director of Worship must:
  • Embrace the mission, vision, and values of St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church
  • Register as a parishioner at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church
  • Work well within groups and teams as both a leader and participant
  • Be familiar with a wide range of musical styles
  • Be familiar with a wide range of Catholic spiritualities and devotions
  • Be familiar with liturgical documents and able to advise the Pastor accordingly
  • Be a disciple of Jesus Christ
The ideal candidate for the Director of Worship is:
  • Organized, dependable, and punctual
  • Able to work with and troubleshoot technology
  • Energetic and passionate
  • Strategic and growth-oriented
The ideal candidate for the Director of Worship possesses:
  • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification, preferably in Liturgy, Music, Pastoral Ministry, or a related field
  • Expertise in music, spirituality, and liturgy
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • At least two years experience in leading worship
  • Proficiency in multiple instruments
To apply for the position, please submit a cover letter and resume to the online application.