Director, Lifeway Worship

Lifeway Christian Resources

full-time

Posted on: 8/13/2025

Location: 🇺🇸 United States

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About the role

Lives out Lifeway’s mission and values, showing deep commitment to Kingdom work
Lead the overall strategy for Lifeway Worship, ensuring resources and community offerings meet the evolving needs of worship leaders.
Serve as a thought leader and ambassador for worship ministry and Lifeway
Build and develop a high-functioning team of Christian content creators, aligning roles with strengths and providing clear guidance and development.
Represent Lifeway Worship at conferences, church events, and other gatherings.
Build strategic relationships with SBC state worship consultants, music industry professionals, and local church leaders.
Collaborate cross-functionally with product, marketing, IT, and content development teams to deliver an excellent customer experience.
Manage annual budgets, aligning financial resources to support strategic goals.
Maintain strong awareness of trends, issues, and theological developments impacting worship ministry.
Moderate travel (10-15%), frequently overnight

Education: Bachelor's degree in Music, Marketing, Communications, or similar, required
Seminary degree, strongly preferred
Masters degree, preferred
Advanced graduate degree (PhD, etc.), not required
Minimum 10 years of experience as a worship pastor or ministry leader
8+ years leading worship in diverse settings including churches and events
5+ years of experience leading and developing high-performing teams
Advanced communication and networking skills
Strategic planning and execution experience
Deep knowledge of diverse local church worship practices
Proficient business and operational acumen
Membership and actively involved in a Southern Baptist church
Experience contributing to or collaborating within Christian music industry (preferred)