New Hope Baptist Church
Category: Worship Leader
Church Size: 100 - 250
Salary: $20,000 - 30,000
Posted on: March 24, 2025
Time Type: Part Time
New Hope Baptist Church Values Kingdom Growth, Spiritually and Numerically. We seek a
musician who can lead our Music Ministries to assist pivotally in achieving those ends.
New Hope Baptist Church is seeking a passionate and dedicated Church Musician to accompany
the music ministry. This individual will serve as a key player in the worship experience,
providing musical leadership in a variety of musical genres, including Gospel music, hymns, and
contemporary Gospel. The ideal candidate will have a growing relationship with Christ, be
proficient in piano/keyboard or organ performance, and have the ability to lead rehearsals, teach
vocal parts, and collaborate with musicians and vocalists to enhance the worship experience.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Lead musician for weekly worship services, including both traditional and contemporary
Gospel music, hymns, and special music.
- Direct and conduct rehearsals for the church band and Praise Ensemble, preparing them for
Sunday services and other special events.
- Organize and coordinate special singing groups for seasonal celebrations such as Lent/Easter,
Advent/Christmas, and other key dates on the church calendar.
- Teach and coach vocal parts to members of the Praise Ensemble and other volunteer singers.
- Serve as a resource for the music ministry by providing input and feedback to other musicians,
vocalists, and church leaders on musical selection and performance.
- Collaborate with the Pastor, worship leaders, and other ministry leaders to ensure music aligns
with the overall worship theme and liturgy.
- Stay current with new worship music trends, Gospel music, hymns, and other genres relevant to
the church's ministry.
- Assist with the selection of songs for services, rehearsals, and special programs.
- Attend church services, rehearsals, and special events, being present for sound checks,
performances, and other necessary duties.
**Compensation**
Salary Range $400- 500 per Sunday ( Experience & Ability Determinative)
Two weeks (2 Sundays) of vacation after completion of one year.
**To Apply:**
Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, along with a cover letter detailing their
musical background and experience, and a brief statement about their relationship with Christ.
Also please forward any letters of Recommendation. All applicants will need to submit to a
background check.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20,800.00 - $26,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week
Ability to Commute: Sacramento, CA 95820 (Required)
Ability to Relocate: Sacramento, CA 95820: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
mission of the church.
- Proficiency in performing Gospel music, hymns, and contemporary Gospel music.
- Ability to read chord charts, lead sheets, and/or demonstrate strong ear proficiency.
- Previous experience leading or directing musical groups, preferably in a church setting.
- Ability to teach and coach vocal parts for choirs, ensembles, and special musical groups
desired.
- Strong organizational and communication skills to effectively plan and lead rehearsals and
special events.
- A heart for worship and the ability to lead others into an encounter with God through music.
- Experience with leading worship for different types of services, including traditional,
contemporary, and special seasonal events.