Worship Pastor

About This Role

At Connection Christian Church, we are committed to fostering vibrant and genuine worship experiences that bring people closer to God. We are looking for a dedicated and inspiring Worship Pastor to guide our worship and technical teams, creating an atmosphere where both volunteers and the congregation can deeply connect with God’s presence.

In this role, you will lead and mentor our musicians, vocalists, media, sound, and technical volunteers, overseeing the planning and execution of weekend services to ensure they are engaging, seamless, and impactful. Your leadership will nurture the growth of our worship ministry, inspiring everyone to worship with passion and purpose, all for God’s glory.

You will also manage the technical aspects of our worship environment, including sound, media, video, and stage lighting systems. This involves maintaining and improving these systems, overseeing updates, upgrades, and the integration of new technology to elevate the worship experience, ensuring everything runs smoothly.

Additionally, you will oversee the creative design of all production elements, encouraging innovative ideas that align with our church’s mission. Your role will be to cultivate a worship ministry that is both creative and authentic, fostering meaningful personal and corporate worship.

We are seeking a strong leader who is passionate about worship, leadership, and nurturing the church community. You will play a key role in leading worship that deepens connections with God while equipping and empowering volunteers to serve with excellence.

Join us in guiding our church family into worship that is inspiring, authentic, and God glorifying, helping each person grow in their faith and love for Christ through the power of music and creative expression.

 

Job Description

Mission, Vision, and Strategy of Connection Christian Church

Connection Christian Church’s mission is to cultivate more and better disciples of Jesus Christ.  Our vision is to reach those who are unchurched and to nurture believers into passionate, thriving followers of Jesus. A key focus of our ministry is supporting the spiritual health and strength of families.  Our approach is to make disciples, mentor believers, and mobilize them for kingdom work.

 

Primary Responsibilities and Tasks of the Worship Pastor

• XPlan and lead worship services with the Worship Team, creating authentic worship experiences.
• Oversee setup, operation, and maintenance of sound, lights, video, and graphics for services and events.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and schedule volunteers for worship and tech teams, including instrumentalists and vocalists.
• Manage music ministry, media production (e.g., ProPresenter slides, lyrics, visuals), and technical systems (sound, video, lighting, cameras).
• Lead technical arts and production teams, ensuring quality and minimal disruptions.  XManage technology upgrades, media file production (e.g., online broadcasts), and graphic/video projects.
• Oversee technical aspects of special events (weddings, funerals) and maintain worship department budget, licensing, and resources.
• Collaborate with Lead Pastors to align services with church vision and doctrine.  XFoster spiritual and leadership growth within teams through mentoring and discipling.

 

Strengths and Skills

• Devoted Christ follower with integrity, a heart for worship, and a growing relationship with Jesus.
• Strong leadership, team-building, and communication skills with a servant’s heart.
• Proficient in audio, video, lighting, and media software (ProPresenter, Planning Center, Final Cut Pro, ProTools), or ability to be a quick learner of these programs.
• Skilled instrumentalist, vocalist, and sound mixer with media production expertise.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and adaptable, with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, maintaining confidentiality and moral purity.

Team and Schedule

• Reports to the Lead Pastor, participates in lead team meetings, and oversees worship and technical volunteer teams.
• Full-time, salaried, 40+ hours/week, Sunday–Thursday, with in-office and flexible work locations.

Key Performance Indicators

• Oversee all worship service experiences.
• Oversee all worship and technical teams.Recruit, Train, Care, and Communicate with volunteers.

 

Personal Responsibilities

• Maintain God-ordained priorities in your life by putting Jesus Christ first, your spouse second, your children third, and the ministry fourth.
• Give at least 10% of your income toward the mission and vision of Connection Christian Church.
• Be loyal to the vision and staff of Connection Christian Church and always protect the unity of the church. Demonstrate a Christ-like attitude through all interactions with the congregation, staff, and volunteers.
• Invest and invite the lost to know Jesus and come to Connection Christian Church.

 

Our Community at a Glance

Welcome to Connection Christian Church in O’Fallon, Missouri! This community offers a vibrant environment filled with opportunities for spiritual growth and engagement. Here’s a summary of what you can explore and enjoy.

• Ideal Setting
  • Location Advantage – Just minutes from downtown St. Louis, O’Fallon combines urban amenities with a peaceful suburban setting.
  • Welcoming Environment – Known for safety and great schools, O’Fallon is ideal for families.
• Community Charm and Growth
  • Family-Friendly – With parks like Kinetic Park and various sports complexes, there are numerous activities for families.
  • Community Spirit – The city hosts festivals, events, and parades that encourage local participation.
• Local Cultural and Recreational Attractions
  • Step Back in Time – Explore the Historic St. Charles area and Missouri’s first state capitol.
  • Year-Round Events – Participate in music festivals, theater performances, and seasonal celebrations.
• Outdoor Recreation and Nature
  • Trails and Parks – The Katy Trail offers scenic biking, hiking, and leisurely strolls.
  • Nearby Attractions – Zoo, museums, and educational visits in St. Louis.
• Join Connection Christian Church
  • Purposeful Living – Opportunities for spiritual, emotional, and physical well-being.
  • Programs and Community – Involvement for people of all ages to enrich faith and enjoy a vibrant church community.

 

To Apply

For inquiries contact or apply (send resume and references) to Jimmy Scott at jscott@connectionchristian.org