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Church Organist-New World UMC, Arlington, TX

May 25, 2012

New World UMC is seeking a full time accompanist for traditional worship and the chancel choir. This position supports two worship services on Sunday at 8:15 am and 10:50 am. Duties will include playing on other special occasions such as weddings and funerals and support for all regular and special rehearsals for the choir and special music.

Contact information

Please send resumes and inquiries to staff@nwumc.org.

 
Music Minister at Greenland Hills UMC

May 16, 2012

Greenland Hills UMC is looking for a part-time Music Director to lead the Chancel Choir, Children's Choir and congregational song. Strong applicants will have both a an appreciation of and experience with a wide variety of worship music including cantering, musical prayer responses, Taize, global song, as well as traditional hymnody and choral music. Ability to work in collaboration with other staff members is a must. Must be able to appreciate and thrive in a unique East Dallas setting.

Contact information

Rev. Marti Soper msoper@greenlandhills.org
 
Accompanist at Blue Mound UMC in Denton

May 10, 2012

Blue Mound UMC in Denton for a part-time accompanist.  Preferably a person who can play piano - maybe some organ - we have an Allen organ - guitar would be a nice addition.  We are a very small church but without good music we cannot grow!!!  Our one service is at 9:30 am and I try to make it a blended service of diverse musical styles.  We have a small choir that meets on Wednesday evenings.  So the person we are seeking would need to be with us on Wednesday evenings 7-8:30 and on Sunday mornings.  We have a music director (very part-time student at UNT) who leads the choir and leads congregational singing.

Contact information

contact:

Rev. Nancy M. DeStefano
Pastor
Blue Mound United Methodist Church
Cell phone: 214-449-8226
Home address: 11801 Amber Valley Dr.,
Frisco, TX 75035

 
Director of Music/Organist

May 8, 2012

The Director of Music/Organist is a part-time position requiring the following responsibilities:

  • Play 1981 Ross King pipe organ when leading traditional congregational hymns and special music.
  • Integrate contemporary and traditional music within each service, using organ, piano, and/or Praise Band where appropriate.
  • Advise Praise Band in music selections, as well as performance suggestions.
  • Direct/accompany choir in one anthem each Sunday. Rehearsals are on Wednesday evening and prior to worship on Sunday.
  • Assist minister in planning music for each service considering sermon topics and seasonal music such as Lent and Advent.
  • In addition to Sunday services, music will be provided for special services such as Ash Wednesday, Good Friday, Advent, and Christmas Eve. A Christmas Cantata is traditionally presented each December.
  •  Attend meetings where music program will be involved in planning.
  • Include talented members of the congregation to participate during preludes, offertories, etc.
  • Encourage membership growth in the choir.
  • Oversee maintenance of the musical instruments and music library.
  • The salary is $16,000.

Contact information

United Disciples Christian Church
601 E. Main - Richardson, TX 75081 (972)235-3583
email: uniteddisciples@sbcglobal.net

 
Part-Time Choir Director-St. Stephen's UMC

May 1, 2012

St. Stephen United Methodist Church, a reconciling congregation in Mesquite, Texas is seeking a Part-time Choir Director for the 25+ member Adult Choir. Choir Director will work on the Music Ministry Team with the Senior Pastor and the Minister of Worship Arts/Organist selecting and directing Choral repertoire reflective of the Church’s theology and current standard of high quality music. Position requires 6-8 hours per week commitment to include team meetings, Worship committee meetings, selection of music, Wednesday night practice, Sunday morning service and other special services. Position Profile attached: For more information on St. Stephen: http://ststephenmesquite.blogspot.com

Contact information

For more information, contact ststephenchoirdirector@gmail.com Sylvia Freyling Chair - SPRC St. Stephen UMC
 
Director of Music Ministries

April 30, 2012

Lewinsville Presbyterian Church, located just outside Washington, DC, seeks a creative, energetic, and pastoral musician to build on our rich musical heritage and to shepherd our vision for a vibrant, forward looking music ministry. We value excellence in organ performance, the choral arts, bells, and hymnody. Along with a strong musical education and background, the applicant should exhibit a humble, spiritual, and encouraging nature and enjoy collaborating with all ages. We are open and enthusiastic about expanding the breadth of musical expression to enhance our connection to God.  Visit our website.

Contact information

If you are interested in this position, please contact dmmsearch12@aol.com.
 
Music Director for International Disciples Evangelistic Church

April 27, 2012

Newly established church seeking Music Director to provide leadership and direction to our music ministry.  Skilled in instrumentation is a plus.  This is a Part-time paid position.  Salary negotiable.

Contact information

Please contact:

Terryl Kendricks
Church Administrator
817-975-5712
laneithk@scglobal.net

 
Full-Time Director of Music and Worship at Grandbury First UMC

April 16, 2012

1250 member church located Southwest of Fort Worth is seeking to fill the position of Director of Music and Worship. Granbury First United Methodist Church is located in a growing area of North Central Texas and is in a facility which relocted 6 years ago. This position requires directing of 2 Chancel Choirs, Bell Choir and oversight of Youth and Children Choirs, The church currently offers two worship services which are blended in worship style. Our website contains additiaonal infromation about the area of music ministry, which can be found at www.fumcgranbury.org Salary will be based upon education and experience.

Contact information

Please send resumes to:

Rev. J. Neil Norman at nnorman@fumcgranbury.org or

Granbury First United Methodist Church
Rev. J. Neil Norman
P. O. Box 70
Granbury, TX 76048

817-573-5573

 
Director of Traditional Worship at Creekwood UMC

March 29, 2012

Creekwood United Methodist Church is a 800 member congregation in our tenth year on our 28-acre campus. Our purpose is to reach the unchurched and grow disciples of Jesus Christ. Our vision to do this is through inviting, belonging, growing and serving.  Exciting and passionate worship is a hallmark of how Creekwood started and expects to continue in the future.

We are looking for someone who can continue excellence in our traditional worship service to serve our mission field.

Qualifications:

  • Committed Christian who has the passion to lead others in worship.
  • Demonstrated track record of effective music leadership in a church setting.
  • Experience in planning and implementing a weekly worship service.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a music field.
  • Excellent communication and relational skills.
  • Understanding of a variety of musical genres.
  • Ability to operate in a team setting and attend weekly staff meetings.
  • Computer literate.
  • Organized.
  • Commitment to the mission and vision of Creekwood United Methodist Church.

This is a part-time position (25 hours per week). Deadline for resumes is May 1.

Contact information

If you are interested, please email your resume to djones@creekwoodumc.org.

To learn more about Creekwood United Methodist Church, please visit www.creekwoodumc.org.

 
Director of Music at St. Paul's United Methodist Church

March 29, 2012

The historic St. Paul UMC, in the arts district of downtown Dallas, is prayerfully seeking an individual for Director of Music.  Our vibrant music ministry includes a chancel choir, male chorus, children/youth choir and praise team.

REQUIREMENTS

Must have a degree in music and/or equivalent work experience; should be able to read music or skilled in site reading; must be an accomplished musician on piano/organ or electronic keyboard; must be versatile in performing and appreciating a variety of music, i.e. hymns, gospel, spirituals, contemporary, etc.; must have effective communication skills; strong leadership skills; demonstrate Christian values and a willingness to understand the United Methodist Church. 

A complete job description is available upon request.

Contact information

Please send a letter of interest and resume to Janice Masterson at jmasterson0707@yahoo.com or fax to the church office.

St. Paul United Methodist Church
1816 Routh St.
Dallas, TX  75201
Phone: 214-922-0000
Fax: 214-922-0026

 
Soprano and Bass Section Leaders at Schreiber United Methodist Church

March 19, 2012

Schreiber Memorial United Methodist Church has openings for a 1st Soprano and a Bass section leader.

Contact information

Please contact Rev. Bonnie Bridger-Coffman, Minister of Music at the church: 972-387-0188 for further information.
 
Band Director for the Denton Wesley Foundation

March 15, 2012

The Denton Wesley Foundation has an opening for a part-time Band Director to direct the Worship Band during the school year.

The Ideal Candidate will hold these Important Qualifications and Skills:

  1. A comprehensive knowledge of music theory and components that are necessary to lead a band.
  2. Prior leadership experience in worship and music.
  3. Ability to interact with the worshiping congregation and involve them in singing.
  4. Display good inter-personal skills and faithful interaction with others.
  5. Be an excellent representative of the Denton Wesley Foundation to the community.  
  6. Ability to select music which reflects United Methodist theology and practice.
  7. Is connected to the music schools at the Universities in order to resource and recruit musicians.
  8. Be creative and open to the diversity represented each year in our setting.
  9. Maintain a high standard of musical excellence and stay contempory.

Contact information

Apply to:    DWF Personnel Committee
                 1155 Union Circle #311097
                 Denton, Texas 76203

Or

Director@dentonwesley.org

Please include cover letter and resume.

Further Questions can be directed to Rev. Cammy Gaston (940) 382-3813

View the complete posting.

 
Director of Worship Arts and Music Ministries

March 13, 2012

The Reformed Church in Plano—located in Plano, Texas—is prayerfully searching for a part-time (25 hours per week) Director of Worship Arts and Music Ministries. The Director of Worship Arts and Music Ministries will be primarily responsible for working under the direction of and in conjunction with the co-pastors to create, craft, and carry-out biblically and theologically grounded worship services for a diversity of people—paying particular attention to the artistic elements (i.e. music, visual arts, and drama) within each service. The ideal candidate will have an appreciation for and be committed to a blended/convergent style of worship that is creative, visionary, flexible, and diverse—incorporating the use of both classical and contemporary forms of music. She or he will also have experience leading worship, coordinating musical worship teams, equipping and empowering worship leaders, and directing choir(s) in the congregational context.

Contact information

If you are feeling led to explore God’s call further, please send a letter of interest and resume to Co-Pastors Elizabeth and Mike Hardeman at elizabeth@reformedchurchplano.org and mike@reformedchurchplano.org

or

The Reformed Church in Plano
Attention: Co-Pastors
5333 Independence Parkway
Plano, TX 75023

 
Piano Accompanist-FUMC Trophy Club

March 13, 2012

Fellowship United Methodist Church in Trophy Club, Texas seeks an accompanist who is skilled in traditional worship playing on organ as well as piano anthem accompaniment.  This person will be responsible for accompanying our adult chancel choir and participating in Wednesday night rehearsals from 7:30-9:00 p.m.   Sunday morning obligations are from 10:00-12:00.  We are looking for a spirit-filled, committed, organized musician who is interested in joining a family of brothers and sisters in Christ!

Contact information

For more information please contact Jessica Bennett :  Jessica@fumctc.com 

 
Choir Director for the Denton Wesley Foundation

March 9, 2012

The Denton Wesley Foundation is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as Choir Director for the music ministry program.  This is a part-time, 10-hour a week position during the school year.  The ideal candidate would have the following qualifications:

  1. Hold or be working on a Music Degree and have prior experience leading or directing a choir or music group.
  2. Display good inter-personal skills and faithful interaction with others.
  3. Be an excellent representative of the Denton Wesley Foundation to the community.
  4. Ability to select music which reflects United Methodist theology and practice.
  5. Is connected to the music schools at the Universities in order to resource and recruit musicians.
  6.  Be creative, inclusive and open to the diversity represented each year in our setting.
  7. Maintain a high standard of musical excellence.

View the complete job posting for additional information.

Contact information

Apply to:        DWF Personnel Committee
                        1155 Union Circle #311097
                        Denton, Texas 76203

Or

Director@dentonwesley.org

Please include cover letter and resume.

Further Questions can be directed to Rev. Cammy Gaston (940) 382-3813

 
Early Childhood Music Instructor

March 9, 2012

Do you love to sing and make music? Would you love to work with children under the age of five in a fun and energetic environment? If so, we are looking for dynamic people to share their passion for music making with children in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. Must enjoy working with children, and reliability is vital. Curriculum and instruments are provided. Approximately 5-10 hours per week (depending on scheduling).

Please meet the following requirements:
*Must have a background in music with the ability to sight read elementary pieces.
*Must have at least two years experience working with children.
*Must be at least 18 years of age.
*Must have high school diploma.
*Must have reliable transportation with a valid Texas drivers license.
*Must be or become CPR & First Aid certified by the first day of class.
*References will be checked.

Contact information

For more information, e-mail info@littlemusicmaker.com.
 

 

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