The leader of the Praise Team will be primarily responsible for planning, organizing and
leading the music for the 9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship service at First Church
United Methodist.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
• Strong faith and spiritual foundation
• Will follow the church’s values and policies and uphold staff covenant
• Musical ability, including both vocal and instrumental
• Passionate about worship and music
• Organizational skills: self-starter, detailed oriented, team player with ability to
work independently, high energy, enthusiastic and creative.
• Creative, flexible and willing to try new music styles and worship expressions

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Experience with musical performing and leading preferred, but not required.
• High school diploma or high school equivalency

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Part time – estimated 5 – 6 hours per week, with the number of hours varying
depending on the scheduled and seasonal events
• Work with pastor and worship committee to plan weekly worship service
o Plan music for 9:00 am Contemporary Service
o Select/develop music that fits with the general theme of the worship
service

• Lead and direct Praise Band, during both rehearsals and worship service
• Communicate technical needs with audio/visual group.
• Recruiting, auditioning, teaching and training musicians in the church to serve the
congregation as a team with musical skill and humility
• Participate in special worship services as available
• Other duties as assigned by pastor and/or Staff Parish Relations Committee

REPORTS TO:
• Pastor Wade Floyd
CONTACT THE CHURCH OFFICE IF INTERESTED IN APPLYING:
• 979-297-3046
• 404 Azalea Street, Lake Jackson TX
• Office hours: Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m