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Worship Coordinator
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Washington, DC
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Full job description See a better formatted version here: https://craft.thetablechurch.org/worship-coordinator Quick Details Time : 20 hours each week Salary : $22,000 per year, exempt, part-time, salaried Benefits : 3% retirement match after 90 days employment; phone plan reimbursement; holidays and paid time off Reports To : Co-Lead Pastor Anthony Parrott; accountable to both Co-Lead Pastors To Apply Please email a resume to XXXX@thetablechurch.orgIn lieu of a cover letter, please submit a PDF or link to something you have written that gives us a sense of your written communication skills. Examples include: college or graduate paper; essay or blog; team newsletter; work project.Other links or attachments that show off your skills are welcome (video, audio, web portfolio).BIPOC and LGBTQI+ people are encouraged to apply. Overview The Table Church is a non-denominational, LGBTQ-affirming, multiracial church in Washington, DC meeting in two locations. We are seeking a half-time Worship Coordinator who can lead the Sunday production, setup, teardown, and worship team coordination for our Spirit-led, progressive, justice-oriented, and Jesus-centered community. The right candidate will embody the mission, vision, and values of The Table Church and work collaboratively with other staff members and a vibrant volunteer worship team. This position will require Sunday availability for at least 9 hours, along with virtual staff and worship planning meetings on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The Worship Coordinator will be responsible for curating a worship experience that reflects the diverse and inclusive nature of our congregation. The Worship Coordinator Provides Oversight For - Sunday Morning and Evening Worship Setup and Teardown- Sunday Morning and Evening Live Audio and Video Production- Sunday Morning and Evening Worship Instruments and Vocalists Required Skills These are must-have abilities for a candidate to be considered Exceptional abilities in live sound production, including setting up and tearing down a stage - Moving carts, lifting 30+ lbs- Knowing the difference between XLRs and 1/4" cables; balanced and unbalanced cables; stereo vs. mono- Understands gain, compression, gates, PEQ and GEQ- Operating digital sound boards for live sound production- Effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a live environment- Able to calmly "go with the flow and roll with the punches" when inevitably something breaks, fails, or doesn't go as plan Deep competence in multiracial and multicultural worship - Understands what might be at stake at decolonizing worship- Understands the necessity and difficulty of decentering whiteness in corporate worship- Can effectively "call in" and "call out" when issues of race, class, culture, gender, or other identities are being brought to the forefront or simmering in the background in a conversation- Can creatively and collaboratively create worship services that recognize, honor, and lift up a variety of cultures Emotionally Intelligent Leadership of a Team of Volunteers - Curation, coordination, leading, and producing a worship service with a team- Provide clear, direct, kind communication- Provide care, build relationships, and treat volunteers as human beings, first and foremost, not merely "resources"- Provide opportunities for training, fun, and connection- Learning and using Planning Center Online software- Create, Edit, Manipulate PDFs- A grasp of chord charts, lead sheets- Schedule multiple teams weeks in advance Preferred Skills Not every candidate will have all of these skills. Preferred candidates will have at least 1 Ability to lead live worship with a team by creating, coordinating, and directing a worship experience with a team - Playing an instrument or leading vocally- Effective, inviting stage presence- Can lead a team rehearsal- Can arrange medleys, perform key changes Thoughtful, progressive theological consideration of corporate worship - Can articulate what it means for worship to be "Trinitarian," "formational"- Knows their way around the Bible- Can be sensitive to a multi-theological community that is Spirit-led, progressive, justice-oriented, and Jesus-centered Personal Attributes - Agrees with and can embody the mission, vision, and values of The Table Church (see below)- Able to work effectively without constant supervision- An innate ability to "figure things out"- Highly collaborative- Does not require to be in the spotlight to feel valued Practicalities - The Table does not maintain office space. Other than Sunday services and possible meetings in rented or borrowed spaces, this will be a work-from-home position- A budget will be provided to purchase necessary work-from-home equipment, including computer, software, and office supplies Approximate Schedule Sunday: 9-12 Hours - Sunday Production, Setup, Teardown, Worship Team Coordination- Each Sunday, the Worship Coordinator will work between 7am - 5pm, with a break for lunch. No more than once a month, a Sunday may require an 11-hour day (7am - 7pm) to support both services.Tuesday Afternoons: 1-2 Hours - Staff Meeting (virtual)Wednesday Evenings: 1-2 Hours - Worship Planning and Directors Meetings (virtual)The other 4-9 hours per week to be used to accomplish assigned tasks and responsibilities, with a schedule to be coordinated among staff. About The Table Church At The Table Church we believe that Jesus life, death, and resurrection reveals what God is truly like. Scripture, interpreted in a community through the person of Jesus, has something important for our lives.We believe that following the way of Jesus is worth inviting others to give their lives to. Its because of those beliefs that we work to be a place of radical welcome and inclusion.A more beautiful understanding of the Gospel should be explicitly anti-racist; should support leadership by all genders; should affirm LGBTQ+ people; and should work to do Gods will on earth as it is on heaven. We are doubling down on the person and way of Jesus. Table Worship Services - Casual and Contemporary Style with a unique mixture of modern, gospel, liturgical, and charismatic worship.- About an 80-90 minute service- About 75-100 folks at each service. Most folks are in their 20s & 30s, with a broad mix of ages and life stages.- A diverse community, with women, LGBTQ & BIPOC people leading worship and preaching- Weekly Communion, available to everyone, with no exceptionsWe are non-denominational, and leaders and congregation members come from various faith traditions, including Jewish and Muslim. However, our theology has been shaped more by Wesleyan-Arminian, Anabaptist, and Orthodox Traditions (think Methodist, Nazarene, Mennonite, and Anglican denominations) and less by Augustinian, Reformed, and Calvinist traditions (think Southern Baptist, Christian Reformed, or Presbyterian denominations). Non-Discrimination The Table Church believes that no aspect of someone's identity should limit their ability to participate in the life of the Church entirely. Therefore: Membership, Employment, Eligibility for Eldership and Officership, other Church Leadership Roles, and Religious Rites (such as marriage, baptism, communion, and funerals) must not be denied based on one's identity, including race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.All Elders, Pastors, and Employees must agree to adhere to our non-discriminatory values. Refusal to adhere may lead to disciplineup to termination of Employment, Eldership, or Officership. Vision To embody a more beautiful gospel that announces collective liberation and the renewal of all things Mission Cultivating communities of authentic belonging following in the prophetic, thoughtful, and radical way of Jesus. Values Radical Friendship. Because we believe that God deeply loves us and sent Jesus into the world to be radically with us, we respond in radical friendship to God, our neighbors, ourselves, and creation. This transformative friendship with God involves sharing our lives and embracing divine guidance. With neighbors, it means seeking understanding, promoting justice, and building inclusive communities. We also cultivate self-acceptance, care, and recognize our worth, while advocating for environmental stewardship. Radical friendship fosters flourishing relationships and contributes to the well-being of all. Revolutionary Justice . Because we believe that Jesus proclaimed a commonwealth of flourishing in which the last would be first and the first would be last, we practice justice that is grounded in the need for reversal of the status quo that oppresses and marginalizes so many and redistribution of power to the least and the left out. Internally, we work to ensure that all of our systems are equitable and promote antiracism. Externally, we seek to disrupt unjust structures whether that means taking to the streets in protest or engaging in community organizing. We follow and partner with those who have been doing the work long before we arrived. We insist on the full inclusion of folx who identify as LGBTQ+ in every aspect of our church and our society and we seek to center those historically marginalized because of race, culture, the limitation of resources, or disability. We name the ways white supremacy is antithetical to the way of Christ. Above all, our desire for justice is rooted in our desire to love and our love leads us to with the struggles of those who might be very much unlike us. Relentless Curiosity. Because we recognize that Jesus often taught in ways that encouraged questioning, expression of doubt, grappling with contradiction, and inhabiting the ambiguity of a complex story, we approach our faith and our world with curiosity, refusing the black and white ways of thinking that so often impoverish our vision of reality. We explore and discover, learn and unlearn together. As we confront the big questions of faith, we expect answers that are more long answer essay than multiple choice. We refuse the fear that too often prevents closer examination and we allow our questions to open a path into community instead of isolating us. We expect, as well, that a life of faithful curiosity means never-ending discovery and newness. Above all, we commit to encountering our neighbor through a framework of curious joy, knowing that attentive questions beyond assumptions, can be one of the most genuine forms of hospitality. Restorative Play. Because we believe that God calls us to fullness of joy, abundant life, and rhythms of rest, we play together in ways that restore our souls. God invites us to experience abundant life and embrace rhythms of rest. Through collective activities, we find joy and nourishment for our souls. As we play, we cultivate child-like wonder, enjoy rest from the responsibilities of creation,and allow ourselves to reconnect with our authentic selves. Restorative play renews our spirits, creating balance and harmony in our lives. It fosters a supportive community, deepens relationships, and becomes a sacred space where we encounter God's presence. Rooted Improvisation. Because we remember that the ministry of Jesus was an improvisational riff on the story of Israel, we thoughtfully improvise our way into the future with creativity and respect for our community. Just as Jesus creatively reimagined and fulfilled the promises of God's covenant with Israel, we too approach the future with a spirit of improvisation, embracing the unknown with creativity and reverence for our community.We honor the wisdom and traditions of those who have come before us, seeking to build upon the foundations laid by previous generations. We navigate the complexities of our world by adapting and responding to the needs and challenges of our time. With respect for our community, we engage in dialogue, listen attentively to diverse perspectives, and collaborate with one another to discern the best path forward.Respectful improvisation requires humility. We do not possess all the answers and the future is a collaborative endeavor. We embrace the creative tension between honoring the richness of tradition and exploring new possibilities. Through this improvisational approach, we find the freedom to adapt, innovate, and respond to the leading of the Spirit in ways that reflect the transformative love of God.Respectful improvisation invites us to hold our convictions with open hands, remaining rooted in the beliefs and practices of our faith while remaining open to the unexpected and the surprising. We approach the future with a sense of adventure, trusting that God's grace and guidance will accompany us as we navigate uncharted territories. We are participants in the ongoing story of God's redemptive work in the world, co-laboring with God to craft a future with wisdom, compassion, and faithfulness. About Our Worship Ministry Our worship team is made up incredibly talented vocalists, instrumentalists and technicians. Several of our team members are multi-instrumentalists. A "full band" includes:- Drum Kit- Acoustic Guitar- Bass Guitar- Keys- Worship Leader (usually behind keys or guitar)- 2-3 vocalistsIn the past couple of years, we've consciously and intentionally reduced the number of worship songs that come from the CCM/Radio Friendly/White Evangelical industry (i.e. Bethel, Elevation, Hillsong) and moved towards Gospel and independent artists, especially those who are LGBTQ affirming.Our congregation is multiracial (60% white, with significant Black, AAPI, and Latine cohorts) and becoming more multicultural. There is a strong desire for this to better reflected in our worship services.Our services are reflective of typical evangelical/low-church services. It's casual (no robes or pulpits) with little use of high church/liturgical elements. Exceptions to this are our Communion liturgy, which borrows strongly from the Book of Common prayer, and the occasionally clergy vestment worn by our pastors. Leadership The Table Church is led by two Co-Lead Pastors. Each Co-Lead Pastor is equal in authority and share responsibilities of pastoral leadership. They are accountable to the elders. The elders are a team of 7-13 congregation members, chosen from among the church's leadership who provide oversight and accountability.The Co-Lead Pastors lead a team of volunteer Directors. The Directors lead their respective ministries.The Co-Lead Pastors can also hire paid staff to accomplish the work of ministry. History The story of The Table Church is as dynamic and diverse as the community it serves. It's a tale of two congregations, a bunch of locations, and a shared vision of embodying a gospel that announces collective liberation and the renewal of all things.The seeds of The Table Church were first planted in the hearts of Kevin and Charla Lum in early 2013. They had a dream of creating a church that would join hands with God in the renewal of all things, starting right in their neighborhood in Washington, DC. With the help of a committed group of twelve people, this dream took root on March 17, 2013, and The Table Church was born.From 2013 to 2019, Pastor Kevin served as the founding and lead pastor, guiding The Table through various locations in DC, including Emery UMC, Douglas UMC, The GALA Theatre, and First Congregational. This nomadic journey mirrored the church's mission of cultivating communities of authentic belonging, rooted in the prophetic, thoughtful, and radical way of Jesus.In March 2020, Pastor Anthony Parrott took the reins as the lead pastor, stepping into the role just in time to navigate the church through the choppy waters of a global pandemic. Despite the challenges, The Table continued to thrive and grow.Meanwhile, another congregation was taking shape in the District. In the summer of 2019, Tonetta Landis-Aina gathered a group to launch a new kind of church, Resurrection City DC (or Res City, as it was affectionately nicknamed). From its inception, Res City was a BIPOC and LGBTQ-led congregation, Jesus-rooted and justice-oriented.Res City's public launch was planned for Easter 2020, but the COVID-19 pandemic had other plans. Undeterred, Res City adapted and operated as an online church from 2020 to 2021. During this time, The Table also made the transition to a fully affirming and antiracist church, further aligning the two congregations in their shared mission.As the summer of 2021 rolled around, The Table began a search for an associate pastor. Tonetta, inspired by the shared vision and values, applied for the position. But Tonetta brought more than just a resume to the table; she also suggested the idea of a merger between the two congregations.Tonetta joined The Table as associate pastor in 2021, setting in motion the process of merging the two churches. This was a significant milestone in the history of The Table, marking a new chapter of collective liberation and renewal.In May 2022, The Table underwent another transformation, changing its governance from pastor-centric to elder-centric. The elder board now served as the principal team responsible for the accountability of the pastors, reflecting the church's commitment to shared leadership and accountability.By the fall of 2022, the two boards of The Table Church and Resurrection City had joined together as one, marking the official completion of the merger. Now, The Table Church, in its current form, is a testament to the power of unity, diversity, and a shared vision. It's more than just a church; it's a community of radical friendship, revolutionary justice, relentless curiosity, restorative play, and rooted improvisation.As we look back on our journey, we're reminded that The Table Church is not defined by a single location or leader, but by the collective community that gathers around the table. We're excited about what the future holds as we continue to embody a more beautiful gospel in our diverse and inclusive community.
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