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Minister of Music (FT)

The United Church of Christ Norwell is a Christ-centered, inclusive community called to ministry located on the South Shore of Massachusetts.

We are seeking a full-time Minister of Music beginning July 1, 2025 for our 500 member congregation. The principal function is to be responsible to the church for developing, leading, and promoting all music selections and implementing all music ministries of the church in coordination with the Senior Pastor. We are aspiring to hire a Minister of Music who will be a strong leader possessing a passion for traditional and contemporary worship and a vision for musical excellence. Our goal is that through our worship music, God will be praised and glorified, people will be connected to each other, and we will spread the Good News of Jesus Christ.

At present, UCC Norwell’s Music Ministry includes:

• Sanctuary Choir - 30+ adult volunteer choir

• Celestial Ringers - adult handbell choir playing 4 octaves of Schulmerich Bells

• Rockin’ Ringers - youth handbell choir (Grades 4-8)

• Cherub Chimes - childrens’ singing and chime choir (Grades K-3)

Throughout the year there are various musical events open to the community to share God’s message including:

• Christmas Celebration Concerts (annual)

• Musical Meditations for Advent and Lent (annual)

• Handbell Concerts (biennial)

• Veterans Concert (occasional)

Our Music Ministry mission statement is as follows: The Music Ministry Team is called to develop and implement a sustainable music program which deepens our faith and enlivens our spirit. Believing that music is important for all ages and abilities, we strive to serve our congregation and the people of God’s greater community through excellent and innovative music each week. With a diversity of offerings throughout the year, it is our hope that listeners and participants alike will experience the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in their lives.

We encourage all applicants to apply online at Indeed.