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You may list a position opening by e-mailing, writing, or calling:Jeffrey Patry (jeffreypatry@yahoo.com)
Director of Music Ministry/Organist
First Lutheran Church
1555 40th Avenue Northeast
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
763.788.9653, ext. 109
612.327.9894 (cell)
Positions are listed for two months on our website. If the position is still open, the church may continue listing the position on a monthly basis. A fee of $50 is requested for this service, with the ad running 2 months, and an additional $15 for each month following.Checks are to be made payable to: TCAGO (Twin Cities Chapter - American Guild of Organists).
All churches advertising positions with the TCAGO will receive a packet of information including: Annual Employment Review Guidelines, AGO Code of Professional Standards, Code of Ethics.
Members wishing more information on specific churches or positions should contact Jeffrey Patry.
Combined Director/Service-playing Positions
St. Thomas the Apostle Church
2914 W. 44th Street
Minneapolis, MNDirector of Liturgy & Music
REPORTS TO: Pastor, Pastoral Administrator
DIRECT REPORTS: Accompanist
PROVIDES WORK DIRECTION TO: Presiders, Accompanist, Liturgical and Music volunteers, Maintenance staff as needed
RECEIVES WORK DIRECTION FROM: Pastor, Pastoral Administrator
FLSA: EXEMPT/PROFESSIONAL Full Time-40 Hours per week
Applications, including a cover letter, resume, and references should be sent before May 22, 2022.
Please see the full job description.
Exp 12Jul22
St. John’s Lutheran Church
Howard Lake, MinnesotaPart-time Director of Music
Salary: $17,000–22,000
Number of Weekly Services: 1 (9 AM Sunday)
Number of Weekly Rehearsals: 3 (Wednesday evenings)
Hours Per Week: 15–18
Please see the full job description.
10Jun22
Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church
5011 31st Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55417Assistant Music Director
Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church seeks an Assistant Music Director to help develop and accompany music for worship, in consultation with the Pastor, Music Director, and other team members, in a way that is consistent with the mission, values, and theology of the church community, and as a thoughtful leader of congregational song as first priority.
Part-time: 10–15 hours
Salary range: $15,000–20,000
Please see the full job description.
Exp 4Jul22
St Paul’s Lutheran Church
710 East Broadway
Osseo, MN 55369Part-time Director of Parish Music
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Osseo, Minnesota is seeking a part time Director of Parish Music. Our current candidate is retiring in June. He currently fills the role of service organist, adult choir director, and Sunday School music advisor. He is also the primary contact for church weddings and funerals. We have previously had a bell choir and a children’s choir and are excited to find a candidate who can help reinvigorate and rebuild those choirs. We are a LCMS congregation using the Lutheran Service Book hymnal. You can see who we are at www.stpaulsosseo.org. If you can fill one, two, or all of these positions, please send a resume and cover letter by July 15, 2022, detailing experience to office@stpaulsosseo.org.
Exp 21Jun22
St. Philip the Deacon
Work Place: St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church
Location: Plymouth, MN
Post Date: 04/06/2022
Deadline: April 28, 2022
The Director of Music Ministry will support the mission and ministry of St. Philip the Deacon through exceptional musical leadership, by bringing to life our liturgical and participatory expression of worship, and by building on and expanding our strong tradition of choral and music ministries.
Website: https://spdlc.org/musicdirector
Contact Person: Pastor Tim Westermeyer
Contact Phone: (763) 475-7136
Send Resume To: twestermeyer@spdlc.org
Please go to church website for details of the application process
Exp 18Jun22
St Barnabas Lutheran Church
15600 Old Rockford Road
Plymouth, MNDirector of Music (one or two positions)
Who We Are
- An exceptionally music-focused congregation who see music as central to worship and ministry to the broader community
- A congregation that encourages staff and members to “think big” and take initiative on new ideas, programs, or activities that they are passionate about
What We Offer
- Many talented musicians who volunteer regularly for vocal and instrumental programs
- Extensive physical resources for a congregation of our size, such as timpani, grand piano, and a full set of handbells
- J.F. Nordlie pipe organ built especially for our sanctuary in the year 2000 with two manuals and 19 ranks
General Responsibilities
- Serve as senior choir director or church organist depending on focus area (see below)
- Work with lead pastor to select musical liturgy and hymns for each Sunday service and special services of the church calendar
- Communicate faithfully with the lead pastor and staff, and work passionately with volunteer musicians of the congregation
- 3 more general responsibilities...
Please see the full job description for the focus areas and more details.
Exp 2Jun22
Holy Name of Jesus
155 County Road 24
Wayzata, MN 55391Full-time Director of Music
Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Community in Wayzata is seeking a highly skilled Director of Music who has organ and piano skills, as well as skills conducting vocalists and instrumentalists.
Please see the full job description for details.
Application materials are due April 22, 2022.
Exp 29May22
Service-playing Positions
St. Philip’s Lutheran Church
6180 Hwy 65 NE
Fridley MNPart-time Organist
St. Philip’s Lutheran Church, Fridley MN is looking for a talented organist to join our ELCA family part time.
Summary
- Sunday worship services at 9:00 a.m. and other holiday worship services
- Weekly rehearsals with choir and choir director
- Right of first refusal and separate fees for funeral and wedding services
- Professional level of music skill obtained from training and experience
Compensation: $16,000–18,000 commensurate with experience
Job Type: Part-time
Education: High school or equivalent
This is only a summary; please see the full job description.
To apply, email Katie Swenstad at katies@splcmn.org
Exp16Jun22
Trinity Lutheran Church, ELCA
13025 Newell Avenue
Lindstrom, MN 55045Part-time Church Organist
Trinity Lutheran Church, located in beautiful Lindstrom, Minnesota, seeks a Part-time Church Organist.
Some of the Key Position Responsibilities:
- Prepare and play organ music for our traditional Sunday worship services (currently 9:00 a.m.) and other holiday worship services, as scheduled
- Weekly rehearsals to ensure preparedness for Sunday services
- Ability to accurately read sheet music
Compensation: $15,000–$20,000 commensurate with experience
For complete details and how to apply, please see the full job description.
Exp 6Jun22
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
7600 Cahill Avenue
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076Interim Sunday Worship Pianist/Accompanist, May–September 2022
The interim pianist is responsible for playing hymns and songs, prelude and postlude during two morning worship services and accompanying a volunteer song leader.
Please see the details in the full job description.
Exp 29May22
Mayflower Community Congregational Church, UCC
106 E. Diamond Lake Road
Minneapolis MNOrganist / Pianist
- Organist/pianist for Sunday services (8:30 and 11:00) and Wednesday rehearsals (7:00 – 8:30)
- Coordinator of special music for 8:30 services and all summer services
- 10–12 hours a week
- Salary range: $17,000–21,000, based on experience and qualifications
See the full job description online or view a printable PDF.
Auditions beginning after Easter. Start date is June 1.
Please submit résumé and letter of interest to Nancy Grundahl, Director of Music:
Mayflower UCC
ATTN: Nancy Grundahl
106 E. Diamond Lk. Rd.
Minneapolis MN 55419Or
Exp12May22
Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church
28005 Old Towne Road
Chisago City MN
Organist
Mission:
This position is considered a part of the ministry of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church. All ministries of Zion are committed to serve and nurture others and to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ.
Overview:
The Organist gives leadership to the traditional worship services of Zion Lutheran Church by using the organ to lift the congregation in music for the praise of God.
Supervisor: The Pastor
Hours: Per Diem
Please see more in the full job description.
To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to Pastor Sarah Kerkes at pastor@zionlcc.org
Exp 10May22
Choir Director Positions
Plymouth Congregational
1900 Nicollet Ave S
Minneapolis, MNChildren's Choirs Position for April and May 2022
Start date: April 1 (with a shadow date of current conductor on March 30)
End date: May 22
Plymouth Congregational Church seeks a substitute for April and May 2022 for three children's music ensembles within their established program. An ideal candidate will have experience and interest working with young singers, with selecting appropriate repertoire, with effective rehearsal techniques, and in working interpersonally with supervisors and collaborative staff. Plymouth is a progressive church community committed to social justice, and welcomes all children and families into the program. Marie Scholtz will be on maternity leave.
Please submit a resume to maries@plymouth.org no later than March 1.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare for and lead in-person Wednesday evening rehearsals for three ensembles
- Rehearse and present 1-2 pieces for Cherub Choir and Chorister Choirs to sing in worship
- Plan and execute Bridge Night with other youth ensemble directors to support those students who will move to a different ensemble in 2022-2023
- Attend and co-lead the Youth Sunday service, May 22, 2022 at 11 a.m.
- Communicate clearly and in a timely manner with parents via provided email distribution lists
- Communicate clearly and in a timely manner with Pastor for Congregational Care and Worship and other staff
Young Voices (ages 3-5), 5:30-5:55 p.m. on Wednesdays
This group is focused on quality early experiences with music and centered around play, movement, and responding to repertoire from many backgrounds. Parents attend each class.
Cherub Choir (grades K-2), 6-6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays
Children in Cherub Choir learn to sing in an ensemble for the first time. We nurture a beautiful unison sound, skills in working and learning as a team, and music literacy as singers prepare to read printed music.
Chorister Choir (grades 3-6), 6:35-7:15 p.m. on Wednesdays
Choristers strengthen their basic music skills as they begin to read music and sing in multiple parts. We build a loving community through the selection of meaningful music and team-building activities.
Exp23Apr22
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