Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church (ELCA) in Ellison Bay, Wisconsin is seeking an organist to fill our retiring organist’s shoes. We are a thriving congregation who takes our mission seriously (but we don’t take ourselves too seriously). Our sanctuary has a carefully maintained Dobson tracker organ, a nine foot Steinway grand piano, and a seven foot Steinway grand piano. Our church is located in northern Door County, Wisconsin, the Cape Cod of the Midwest and a community rich in the arts and scenic beauty. Our congregation loves music and appreciates our organ, sanctuary choir, and handbells. We host concerts throughout the year. We believe in a fair competitive salary and benefit structure. This position could expand into a full-time one as our pianist/choir director approaches retirement.
Your position:
- Leading the congregation for hymns and liturgy during services on the organ or occasionally the piano.
- Preparing and playing preludes and postludes on the organ.
- Participating in a monthly Music and Worship meeting, helping to choose appropriate music as you collaborate with our choir director and pastor.
- Directing the Handbell Choir.
- Coordinating summer recital series, guest musicians, and concerts in collaboration with the Worship and Music team.
- Being a joyful team player and loving the work you do and the team you do it with.
Your Knowledge and Training:
- Bachelor of Music degree or equivalent skill and experience.
- Good keyboard skills and knowledge of the Lutheran tradition.
- Good communication and social skills.
Salary:
$22,000-30,000 depending on experience. Part time position will require about 15 to 20 hours a week. Please send a cover letter and curriculum vitae to . For a conversation, call 920-493-6801.
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