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Versailles Baptist Church
Minister of Worship
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A Religious Leader or Professional leads religious services and provides spiritual guidance or counseling. Presents knowledge and interpretation of theological texts. May work in a non-denominational setting like a prison or hospital, or work for specific faith-based congregation or denomination and follow the practices of that faith.
$56,115 / year median in Kentucky
+12% projected growth
Job Description
About our Church Versailles Baptist Church is a vibrant, gospel-centered, and mission-driven church located in the heart of Kentucky's beautiful Bluegrass region. Our vision is to Know Him and Make Him Known. We are committed to helping people know God, grow in Christ, belong to a local body of believers, and go into the world with the message of the gospel. Located in historic downtown Versailles, just 10 miles west of Lexington, Kentucky, we are a multigenerational church affiliated with the Central Kentucky Network of Baptists, the Kentucky Baptist Convention, and the Southern Baptist Convention. To learn more about our church, ministries, and beliefs, please visit our website: versaillesbaptist.org/ Position Summary The Minister of Worship serves as the primary leader of the worship ministry at Versailles Baptist Church. This full-time position provides spiritual, musical, and organizational leadership for all corporate worship gatherings while cultivating a Christ-centered culture of worship throughout the church. Working closely with the Senior Pastor and ministry staff, the Minister of Worship plans meaningful worship services, develops volunteers and worship leaders, and helps create worship experiences that glorify God, proclaim the gospel, and engage people of all generations. Primary Responsibilities Provide spiritual and musical leadership for all corporate worship services. Collaborate with the Senior Pastor to plan and evaluate weekly and special worship services. Lead and develop the worship band, and worship volunteers. (Skills to also lead a worship choir are a plus.) Oversee the audio, visual, and production ministries. Utilize technology and creative media to support worship services and church communications. Support the worship and media needs of the Children's and Student Ministries. Supervise worship ministry staff and contracted musicians. Oversee the maintenance and purchase of worship-related equipment, instruments, and technology. Develop and manage the worship and media ministry budget. Perform other ministry responsibilities as assigned, recognizing that these responsibilities may be adapted based on the selected candidate's gifts and strengths. Desired Qualifications A growing relationship with Jesus Christ and a clear calling to worship ministry. A lifestyle that reflects biblical character and aligns with the mission and values of Versailles Baptist Church. Bachelor's degree in music, worship ministry, or a related field preferred; seminary training is a plus. Experience serving as a worship pastor or minister, preferably in a multigenerational church. Experience leading both a worship choir and a contemporary worship band. Proficiency with worship technology, including presentation software, sound, lighting, and digital media. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to recruit and develop volunteers. A passion for leading people in Christ-centered worship. Apply Please submit the following to apply@versaillesbaptist.