Jason Lancaster
Mansfield,TX
Summary
Passionate about drawing people closer to God by choosing the best music and worship programs to fit church standards. Work with senior pastor and other leadership to adapt programs and convey messages. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Worship Pastor
Walnut Ridge Baptist Church
10.2021 - Current
- Enhanced worship experiences by incorporating diverse musical styles and multimedia elements in services.
- Developed strong volunteer teams for music ministry, providing training and mentorship to musicians and vocalists.
- Collaborated with pastoral staff to create cohesive and meaningful worship services that aligned with sermon themes.
- Fostered a sense of community within the congregation through regular communication, events, and outreach initiatives.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently, ensuring cost-effective procurement of instruments, equipment, and materials needed for worship services.
- Implemented creative stage designs that enhanced the visual impact of worship services and special events.
- Mentored aspiring worship leaders through one-on-one coaching sessions, helping them develop their skills and confidence.
- Developed strong relationships with families in the congregation through personal visits, counseling sessions, and social events.
- Oversaw audiovisual team operations ensuring smooth transitions between service elements.
- Prioritized pastoral care for music ministry members, offering guidance and support during challenging times.
- Held worship team accountable for facilitating God-inspired worship and continually encouraged, equipped and empowered volunteers.
- Recruited volunteers for choirs and worship teams.
- Coordinated music and special vocals for worship services.
Worship Pastor
Southwest Baptist Church
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Enhanced worship experiences by incorporating diverse musical styles and multimedia elements in services.
- Developed strong volunteer teams for music ministry, providing training and mentorship to musicians and vocalists.
- Fostered a sense of community within the congregation through regular communication, events, and outreach initiatives.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently, ensuring cost-effective procurement of instruments, equipment, and materials needed for worship services.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Coordinated music and special vocals for worship services.
- Led and inspired worship team members and guided team in following church processes, guidelines and mission.
- Oversaw budget and programming for worship arts ministry and engaged outside services economically and responsibly.
- Held worship team accountable for facilitating God-inspired worship and continually encouraged, equipped and empowered volunteers.
- Prioritized pastoral care for music ministry members, offering guidance and support during challenging times.
- Streamlined rehearsal schedules for more efficient use of time while maintaining high levels of performance quality during services.
- Increased congregational participation in worship by introducing new songs regularly while maintaining traditional hymns beloved by members.
- Mentored aspiring worship leaders through one-on-one coaching sessions, helping them develop their skills and confidence.
- Collaborated with pastoral staff to create cohesive and meaningful worship services that aligned with sermon themes.
Worship Team Leader
First Baptist Orlando
06.2013 - 02.2019
- Enhanced worship experience by skillfully coordinating musical selections and creative elements in services.
- Developed a cohesive, spiritually-driven team by fostering an environment of unity, support, and collaboration.
- Increased congregational engagement during worship through intentional song selection and meaningful transitions.
- Cultivated a culture of excellence among musicians by implementing regular rehearsals and providing constructive feedback.
- Supported pastoral staff in service planning by offering insight on appropriate music choices for sermon topics and themes.
- Recruited talented musicians and vocalists to build a diverse worship team, ensuring the representation of various skills and backgrounds.
- Introduced innovative technology solutions to enhance overall sound quality and visual presentation during services.
- Created customized arrangements tailored to fit the unique strengths of each musician while maintaining cohesiveness across ensemble performances.
- Coordinated music and special vocals for worship services.
- Performed as versatile vocalist and instrumentalist to support inspirational worship services.
- Analyzed revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
The Baptist College of Florida
Graceville, FL09.2025
High School Diploma -
Blountstown High School
Blountstown, FL01.2002
Skills
- Active Listening
- Vocal Proficiency
- Decision Making
- Continuous Learning
- Arranging Music
- Networking Abilities
- Pastoral Care
- Budget Management
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management
- Music Theory Knowledge
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Building
- Music Management
- Counseling
- Leadership Development
Timeline
Worship Pastor
Walnut Ridge Baptist Church
10.2021 - Current
Worship Pastor
Southwest Baptist Church
10.2020 - 10.2021
Worship Team Leader
First Baptist Orlando
06.2013 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
The Baptist College of Florida
High School Diploma -
Blountstown High School
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