- 4800 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92604
- Part-time, Hourly, Non-Exempt Position
- $30–35/hour, up to 8 hours per week
Job Description
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is seeking a skilled Organist/Piano Accompanist to support our Traditional Worship Services. This individual will play a vital role in leading the congregation in worship through music, accompanying hymns, liturgy, and choir pieces with excellence and consistency.
The right candidate is a gifted musician with a heart for worship, who is dependable, collaborative, and able to work closely with the Choir Director and Chancel Choir. This role supports both weekly services and rehearsals, helping create a meaningful and Christ-centered traditional worship experience.
Essential Responsibilities
- Provide organ and piano accompaniment for weekly Traditional Worship Services
- Support congregational singing, liturgy, and special music elements
- Collaborate with the Choir Director to prepare and rehearse musical pieces
- Accompany choir rehearsals and performances
- Maintain a high level of musical excellence and preparedness for each service
Worship & Music Collaboration
- Work closely with the Senior Pastor and Choir Director to plan and execute music for services
- Support the overall flow and tone of Traditional Worship
- Be flexible and responsive to worship service needs and adjustments
- Participate in rehearsals and service preparation as scheduled
- Remain present in the worship service after playing, participating fully in the sermon and worship experience, and engaging with others in community following the service
Scheduling & Availability
- Provide accompaniment weekly for Sunday Morning Worship and Thursday Evening Choir Rehearsals
- Coordinate with the Choir Director regarding planned absences
- Collaborate to ensure coverage is arranged when unavailable
- Support with Holy Week, Christmas Eve Services, and the occasional Saturday Memorial Service
Organizational Structure
- Works closely with the Senior Pastor and Choir Director
- Collaborates with the Senior Pastor and Creative Director as needed
- Supports the broader worship ministry of Good Shepherd
Qualifications
- Proficiency in both organ and piano performance
- Minimum 2 years experience accompanying choirs and congregational worship
- Strong sight-reading and musical adaptability
- Ability to collaborate effectively with worship leaders and Servant Leaders
- Dependable, punctual, and well-prepared
- Heart for worship and alignment with the mission of the church
Additional Information
All Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Staff:
- Love Jesus and call themselves Christians.
- Display Christ-like attitudes and behavior through personal conduct and lifestyle.
- Are Coachable and open to feedback and growth.
- Do Whatever It Takes to serve the mission of the church and support the team.
- Are actively Growing in Christ through their personal faith and participation in the life of the church.
- Create a Warm and Inviting environment for everyone who walks through our doors.
- Show accountability in their role and on the team.
- Exhibit a passion to build God’s Kingdom.
