Knowledgeable Director of Music and Worship with proven history of leading worship services and managing music programs. Developed and implemented diverse music initiatives that enriched congregational engagement. Demonstrated expertise in directing choirs and worship teams and fostered team collaboration.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Music and Worship
Bethany Lutheran Church and Preschool
09.1995 - Current
Led worship planning and execution for weekly services, enhancing congregational engagement.
Coordinated music ministry activities, fostering collaboration among choir members and musicians.
Developed and implemented innovative worship programs, enriching spiritual experiences for church community.
Mentored volunteers and staff in music leadership roles, promoting skill development and teamwork.
Oversaw budgeting for music ministry, ensuring resource allocation aligned with strategic goals.
Cultivated relationships with local musicians and artists, broadening the church's outreach efforts.
Evaluated worship service effectiveness through feedback mechanisms, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Integrated diverse musical styles into worship services, appealing to varied congregation demographics.
Managed budgets, resources, and logistics for various music-related events, ensuring efficient utilization of funds and successful event execution.
Organized special events such as concerts, workshops, and guest performances to foster a vibrant church community centered around music.
Provided pastoral care to musicians in times of need by offering support, encouragement, and guidance.
Revitalized youth involvement in worship by creating age-appropriate programming that engaged younger audiences effectively.
Introduced diverse musical styles into the worship experience to broaden the congregation''s appreciation for sacred music.
Recruited trained, and mentored volunteer musicians to build a cohesive team dedicated to excellence in worship.
Delivered workshops for congregation members interested in developing their personal musical abilities or learning about the history of sacred music.
Oversaw the maintenance of musical instruments and sound equipment, guaranteeing optimal performance quality during services.
Incorporated multimedia elements into worship services to enhance the overall sensory experience and deepen spiritual connections with attendees.
Collaborated with clergy to create engaging liturgies that supported sermon themes and promoted deeper understanding of theological concepts.
Planned outreach initiatives through community partnerships that showcased the talents of church musicians beyond the walls of the sanctuary.
Served as liaison between Music Ministry volunteers and church leadership, ensuring clear communication lines were maintained at all times.
Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
Hired, mentored and supervised instructors and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Church Music
Concordia University At Austin
Austin, TX
05-1995
Skills
Musical direction
Volunteer management
Choral conducting
Music selection
Instrumental proficiency
Recruiting talent
Worship leadership
Liturgical planning
Teamwork and collaboration
Spiritual leadership
Active listening
Relationship building
Accomplishments
Collaborated with a team of pastors and lay leaders in the development and successful implementation of Acts 242 Worship services.
Led high school youth choir tours for over 20 years throughout the Unites States, including but not limited to major fundraisers.
Present an annual Children's Christmas production, complete with set design, costumes and theatrical lighting.
Set design for Easter, Christmas and other festive occasions
Plan, recruit, prepare, lead VBS music
Affiliations
Lutheran Church Charities K9 Comfort Dog Ministry
Certification
Certified Comfort Dog Handler, LCCK9 Comfort Dogs
Director of Parish Music
Spiritual First Aid
Interests
I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
Cooking
Watching Movies and TV Shows
Baking
Wine Tasting
Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders