We are seeking a Director of Music Ministry who will oversee, coordinate and administer all the musical activities in the church

Specific duties include:

- Prepare the congregation for worship by playing appropriate music, beginning at least 10 minutes before the start of the service
- Provide music throughout the service for hymns, offertory, choral responses, benedictions etc.
- Prepare for seasonal and special events (Christmas Eve, Deck the Halls, midweek Lenten services, Good Friday etc.)
- Lead, educate and nurture the choir and actively recruit new members
- Hold choir rehearsals one evening per week and before church Sunday morning
- Select appropriate music for anthems, the seasons etc. and coordinate with the minister regarding the service music
- Practice and rehearsal preparation time
- Ensure that the church organ ("Classic" 2 manual organ with full AGO pedal board; complete set of toe piston presets, transposer function and full intro and intra manual couplers), piano (Yamaha G2 grand piano) and any other musical equipment are well maintained
- Maintain music library
- Meet with the Music and Worship Committee to plan for upcoming services and events (3-4 times per year)
- Provide or arrange for music as requested at other church events such as weddings, funerals etc. (separately compensated)

Technical and Personal Qualification:

- Proficiency in playing the organ and piano
- Skill and dedication in leading musical worship, giving strong musical direction and providing leadership and caring guidance for the choir.
- Experience in singing in choirs would be an asset

Yearly renewable contract with an annual fee in accordance with RCCO guidelines on an average weekly workload of 10-15 hours.

Applications will be received up to and including August 2nd, 2024

If interested and qualified, kindly send your resume and cover letter to: Graceview Presbyterian Church c/o choppertini@hotmail.com

Information about our church can be found on our website.