Worship Pastor

Willow Creek Community Church•Lincolnshire, IL

19h•$56,000 - $77,000

About The Position

Are you passionate about creating high-energy, powerfully engaging worship environments that lead people into life-changing encounters with God? If you have a heart for shepherding others and a "hero-making" mindset, we would love to meet you! At Willow Creek’s South Lake Campus , we are looking for a Campus Worship Pastor to help us build a Christ-centered culture and a dynamic worship experience that truly glorifies God. Your Mission In this role, you aren’t just leading songs; you are leading people. In collaboration with our Central Arts & Worship team, you will plan and execute weekend services that move ideas into transformative experiences. Your week will be a mix of creative leadership, administrative excellence, and hands-on ministry including volunteer care and pastoral connections with congregants.

Requirements

Experienced Leader : You are a proficient worship leader and strong vocalist with a track record of leading volunteers.
Tech-Savvy : You have a working knowledge of tools like Playback and Planning Center, with the ability to build and organize tracks.
Growth-Oriented : You possess a "hero-making" mindset and a desire to see others flourish in their spiritual gifts.
Heart for Service : You carry spiritual gifts in areas such as Leadership, Shepherding, and Creative Communication.

Responsibilities

Lead the Room : Serve as the primary worship leader, providing powerful pastoral moments for our congregation during weekend services.
Build the Team : Spend significant time actively recruiting, training, and discipling our talented volunteers—from vocalists to full bands.
Develop Future Leaders : Partner with our youth ministries (JHM and HSM) to mentor and develop the next generation of worship leaders.
Collaborate : Work alongside the Campus Pastor and Central teams to ensure the vision and strategy of Willow Creek are executed with excellence.
Pastoral Care : Beyond the stage, you will perform vital pastoral duties, including weddings, funerals, hospital visits, and providing crisis care assistance.

Benefits

Comprehensive Insurance : Health, dental, and vision insurance, plus life insurance.
Future Security : Retirement savings with a company match.
Family Support : Maternity and paternity leave.
Rest & Wellbeing : Generous paid time off and mental health counseling reimbursement.

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