Associate Pastor of Worship

Associate Pastor of Youth and Worship

Maranatha Church, Hagerstown, MD

Position Summary

The Youth and Worship Pastor will be responsible for developing and leading a vibrant youth ministry program and leading worship services. This role will require a passionate and experienced individual who can foster a welcoming and engaging environment for studnets and all the families of Maranatha. The church is located in Hagerstown, MD (western MD) roughly 10 minutes from both West Virginia and Pennsylvania.  The city is situated in the Cumberland Valley, which is part of the Great Appalachian Valley.  Hagerstown is approximately 70 miles northwest of Baltimore and Washington, D.C. at the intersection of Interstates 81 and 70.

Responsibilities

• Youth Ministry:
  • Develop and implement comprehensive youth ministry programs that cater to the spiritual, relational, and emotional needs of students.
  • Effectively teach the Word of God to students with the goal of helping them truly follow Christ and experience supernatural life-change
  • Recruit, train, and supervise student ministry volunteers.
  • Organize and lead youth events, retreats, and camps.
  • Provide spiritual guidance and mentorship to students.

• Worship Leadership:
  • Lead worship services, including selecting music, leading worship teams, other special service/events and preaching sermons as needed.
  • Recruit, audition, and develop vocalists, and instrumentalists.
  • Lead weekly rehearsals to prepare the worship team.
  • Develop and maintain a worship style that is engaging and meaningful for the congregation. Ensure music lyrics, styles and on-stage practices align with church doctrine.
  • Collaborate with other staff members to create a unified worship experience.

• Audio and Visual:
  • Build relationships with the audio and visual team to help produce the best service.
  • Develop and implement an excellent social media presence for Maranatha with the help of our Communications Assistant.
  • Oversee the technical aspects: sound, lighting, multimedia during services.
  • Increase effectiveness of Media (Church Website, Facebook page, etc…), develop relationships with youth/parents through social media, parent meetings and individual conversations.
  • Oversee video footage for opening services with cameras & train/schedule sound techs at soundboard, computer operators using ProPresenter for the Screens in the auditorium.
  • Assist Lead Pastor weekly with loading sermon notes, movie clips and opportunities to minister in meaningful Sunday ministry based on your interests/talents
  • Proficiency with ProPresenter/Planning Center, Computer/Media programs and sound is preferred. A strong ability to increase effectiveness of camera, media & sound staff.
  • Other tasks that may come up
  • Attend weekly staff meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in theology, ministry, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of two years of experience in youth ministry.
• Minimum of two years of experience in worship leadership.
• Musical ability has led worship and is a proven leader.
• Strong leadership ability excellent communication ability, effective interpersonal skills and organizational skills.
• A willingness to serve in any area that is asked.
• Teachable, dependable, and desire to continue developing ministry skills.
• Passion for working with students and leading worship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to the mission and vision of Maranatha and values of the Charis Fellowship.
• Willingness to come under the leadership of the Lead Pastor and Elders.

To express your interest please send a cover letter and your resume to:

maranathascreeningteam@gmail.com