Music Ministry Programs

Praise and Worship Choir/Ensembles

 Purpose (Scope of Ministry): To worship and uplift the name of Jesus Christ through music; To encourage and lead the congregation in worship

 

Basic Objectives:  To assist the Director of Music in planning yearly budgets, promoting and evaluating the Music Ministry and its programs

 General Responsibilities:

  • SMRBC membership not required
  • To be faithful to walk in a manner worthy of our calling as a believer in Jesus Christ
  • To attend weekly rehearsals and services whenever possible
  • To participate in annual music programs chosen by the Director of Music
  • To participate in any extra musical activities whenever possible
  • To make those who are visiting choir rehearsals or Staples Mill Road Baptist Church to feel welcome

Measurements of Effectiveness:

  • The church encounters God in authentic worship
  • Excellence in music that enhances worship

Praise Team and Praise Band

 Purpose (Scope of Ministry): To lead the congregation in praise music that honors and glorifies Jesus Christ 

General Responsibilities:

  1. SMRBC membership not required but you must be a believer
  2. To be faithful to walk in a manner worthy of our calling as a believer in Jesus Christ
  3. Asked to attend weekly rehearsals which are typically held on Thursday evenings
  4. Be prepared to help lead worship on Sunday and other events as scheduled
  5. To make new members and visitors feel welcome

Measurements of Effectiveness:

  • The church encounters God in authentic worship
  • Excellence in music that enhances worship
  • The worship team effectively keeps the focus on Jesus

Children’s Choir (King’s Kids)

Purpose (Scope of Ministry): To lead children in music and drama that glorifies Jesus Christ; To help them grow as disciples as they learn music that is biblically sound and inspiring

Basic Objectives:

 Ministry Team Composition Requirements:

  • Church Membership: Yes
  • Chairman: Selected by Nominating Committee and elected by church body
  • Length of service: 1 year term
  • Main Staff Contact: Director of Music
  • Other Requirements:
    • Volunteers must complete Safe Kids Training

General Responsibilities:

  1. All leaders must be members of Staples Mill Road Baptist Church
  2. Work with the Director of Music to develop a dynamic, inviting weekly preschool and children’s music ministry program
  3. All purchase requests need to be approved by the Director of Music
  4. Coordinate with the Director of Music opportunities for the children to sing in the Sunday morning worship services
  5. Prepare children’s musical programs to present to the church

Measurements of Effectiveness:

  • Children experience a safe and encouraging environment that points them to Jesus
  • Children learn to worship through music