Church at Red River is a vibrant, young congregation (almost seven years old) in the Shreveport/Bossier City area in northwest Louisiana. We are a non-denominational, evangelical, spirit-filled congregation, wanting to build a life-giving ministry to reach people who are “unchurched” or who have been disconnected from church life. To get a sense of our vision and life, see our website at www.churchatredriver.com.

Position Description

Church at Red River is seeking a worship pastor willing to accept a visionary challenge to help grow and develop a life-giving ministry. This position will afford the candidate valuable experience in a multi-faceted ministry role including worship, young adults, and media technology.

Job Summary

•Lead corporate worship in various settings
•Develop & lead an effective, cutting-edge music ministry that is consistent with Church at Red River’s vision.
•Lead the music team as a small group community & implement shared team responsibilities.
•Develop innovative use of video technology as part of the congregation’s worship experience.
•Recruit and train an audio/visual technology team.
•Assist with all aspects of services (prayer, communion, baptisms, child-dedications, teaching) as needed.
•Assist the senior pastor with pastoral care responsibilities.
•Help develop creative strategies for discipleship and outreach.
•Complete any other tasks assigned by the senior pastor

Character traits, Experiences, and Skills (Candidates should exhibit a majority of these.)

1.Candidate will be a pastor first, then a musician – leading worship by worshiping!
2.Candidate exhibits strong Christian character that demonstrates a close relationship with God through personal devotional, worship, and prayer life.
3.Candidate is able to display an ability to learn rapidly and adapt quickly to changing situations.
4.Candidate is skillful in organization, administration, and interpersonal relationships.
5.Candidate seeks to minister to the whole family.
6.Candidate can recognize and develop leadership potential.
7.Candidate has conceptual skills and can develop an idea into an active ministry.
8.Candidate is Enthusiastic, High energy, Self-starter; Encourager; Visionary.
9.Candidate is comfortable with the use of technology in worship and competent in sound, lighting, computers, PowerPoint and video projection.

Salary
The salary package will be commensurate with experience.