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Associate Pastor Of Worship And Music

Baptist Search Partners is excited to partner with Clayton Baptist Church in Clayton, GA to find their next Associate Pastor of Worship and Music.

Clayton Baptist Church exists "to glorify God by making disciples of all nations until Jesus returns." They believe God made the strategy for their church very clear:

Worship Him together.

Study His Word together.

Serve each other and the community together.

Go into all the world making disciples together.

Founded in 1819, Clayton Baptist Church has been a cornerstone of worship and service for over two centuries. Today, the congregation of 963 members is united under the motto: "Glorifying God by making disciples of all nations until Jesus returns." As part of the Southern Baptist Convention, they are committed to Biblical teaching and global outreach. Clayton Baptist Church is elder led, with a dedicated team consisting of three lay elders and two staff elders guiding their ministries. At the helm is Pastor Joey Thompson, who has faithfully served as pastor for 19 years, inspiring the church family with his wisdom and passion for the Gospel. What truly defines Clayton Baptist Church is their heartfelt characteristics: they are a loving, friendly, giving, and servant-hearted family that deeply loves Jesus. Whether through community events, mission trips, or daily acts of kindness, they strive to embody Christ's love in everything they do.

Clayton Baptist Church is seeking a full-time Associate Pastor of Worship and Music whose primary focus is to oversee the worship and music ministry for the entire congregation. This position requires a dynamic and engaging leader who can inspire and nurture the spiritual growth of Clayton Baptist Church through music.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the various music ministries of CBC including, but not limited to, adult choir, adult worship band, youth worship band, Children's choirs, handbells, ensembles, etc.
• Coordinate the worship music for every Sunday service and all special services and programs
• Collaborate with Senior Pastor on music selections to enhance the theme of the worship services
• Responsible for the selection, approval, and purchase of all music for leading worship and special programs
• Collaborate with technical support team, ushers/volunteers, other pastors, and ministry directors to ensure smooth flow of worship services
• Responsible for ministering to the needs of those who participate in various music ministries/programs through prayer, fellowship, and spiritual encouragement
• Stay informed on current trends and best practices in worship and music and implement strategies to engage and connect church and community
• Manage the worship and music ministry budget and resources with fiscal responsibility
• Other duties as assigned by the Senior Pastor
• Required: Affirms the Statement of Faith of Clayton Baptist Church, previous experience in worship and music ministry, passionate about leading worship with focus on God and not performance
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in music or a related Seminary degree

Nestled in the scenic Northeastern corner of Georgia, Clayton Baptist Church stands as a beacon of faith in Rabun County, a region bordered by the iconic Appalachian Trail and the winding Chattooga River. With a county population of 17,107, this small community thrives amid the natural beauty of the mountains, fostering a close-knit environment where spiritual growth flourishes.

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