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Worship Leader

St Louis, MO, US, 63116-3222

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area.  Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

The Worship Leader is responsible for planning, leading, and facilitating meaningful worship experiences that glorify God and engage the congregation. This role provides spiritual, musical, and organizational leadership to the worship ministry while supporting the overall mission and vision of the church.

Job Responsibilities

Worship Planning & Leadership

  • Plan and lead congregational worship services in alignment with the church’s vision and theology

  • Select songs and liturgy that are biblically sound and culturally relevant

  • Collaborate with pastors and ministry leaders to align worship with sermon themes and church calendar

  • Lead worship rehearsals and services with excellence and sensitivity to the Holy Spirit

Musical Leadership

  • Lead vocally and/or instrumentally during worship services

  • Arrange music as needed to suit the worship team and congregation

  • Maintain musical excellence while fostering a spirit of worship rather than performance

Team Development

  • Recruit, train, mentor, and shepherd worship team members (vocalists, musicians, tech volunteers)

  • Schedule and coordinate worship team rotations

  • Foster unity, spiritual growth, and accountability within the team

Spiritual Leadership

  • Model a Christ-centered lifestyle and spiritual maturity

  • Encourage spiritual growth and discipleship within the worship team

  • Pray regularly for the congregation, church leadership, and worship ministry

Job Requirements

Spiritual & Personal

  • A growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ

  • Agreement with the church’s statement of faith and core values

  • Strong character, humility, and servant leadership

Musical & Technical

  • Proficiency in singing and/or playing a primary instrument

  • Ability to lead congregational worship confidently

  • Basic understanding of sound, media, and worship technology (or willingness to learn)

Skills

  • Strong communication and organizational skills

  • Ability to work collaboratively with staff and volunteers

  • Flexibility and openness to feedback

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.  
 
Pre-Employment Screening 
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening. 

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