First Euless | Opportunity Profile

Opportunity Profile

Pastor of Worship and the Arts
Large Southern Baptist Church, DFW Area

Powerful – Accessible – Orderly – Relevant - Excellence

These words describe the worship and arts ministry of First Euless. This church has a heart for welcoming all people, is increasingly diverse, and it is one of the most active and full-service Southern Baptist churches in the state. There is a long-standing, rich tradition of excellence in worship and expositional preaching. The Sunday morning experience is designed weekly to honor God and stir the hearts of all who desire to worship Him, and offers a moving invitational experience which allows people to come to faith.

Meaningful worship, a personable Sr. Pastor, and dedicated small group ministry helps to make this large community feel very personal. Two different worship experiences are currently offered in the 3200 seat worship center: a contemporary worship service and a blended service. This Pastor of Worship and the Arts will actively lead the blended service, while overseeing the contemporary service. We are seeking a gifted and skilled individual who possesses a broad understanding of music/worship ministry in a biblical and relevant context. Powerful, moving, scriptural-based worship has to be a priority and a passion for the successful candidate, and vocal excellence is a must. This person will also serve on the Sr. Associate Team of the church leadership structure.

The Position

This is a high level leadership position with a stable and dynamic mega-church. It is vital to the growth and effectiveness of this church that the right candidate be called to this position. Please consider these essentials before responding:

Musical expertise - a broad understanding of music/worship ministry that enables him to develop musicians, choirs, worship teams, ensembles, and instrumental groups for both modern and choir-based celebration worship that are effective in their leadership of the church. A commitment to excellence at every level is non-optional.
Platform charisma/leadership - ability to lead effectively and with excellence, read the response of the congregation accurately, and make adjustments as appropriate.
Ability to assess and meet the challenge of contemporary worship experiences in an area where excellence and powerful musical expression are the norm, not the exception.
Technologically proficient, with a desire to utilize our considerable investment in the video and visual elements of worship.
Education - applicable master's/seminary degree and/or equivalent experience.
Experience - a proven record of senior leadership overseeing the worship and creative arts team in a large church.
Adaptable to the changing needs and opportunities offered in today's music and worship climate.
Additionally, the candidate must be an effective administrator, recruiter and developer with a heart for evangelism and outreach as well as the proven ability to consistently produce exciting, high-energy worship that is motivating to church members as well as prospects.