"Worship the Lord with gladness; come into his presence with singing."
- Psalm 100:1
Job posting for Director of Music Ministry:
Worship at St. Peter's involves much music – from the opening note of the prelude, to the sounding bowl calling us to centre ourselves for worship, to the enthusiastic hymn singing.
We are looking for a Director of Music Ministry (Part Time)
The Anglican Parish of St. Peter, located at 755 Elm Street in Winnipeg, is a Christian community seeking to love God, grow in faith and serve the world. We enjoy a blended music experience that incorporates a variety of musical styles and expressions.
The Director of Music Ministry reports to the Incumbent, and is responsible to develop and lead a music team that engages the congregation in a worshipful musical experience. The position requires availability on Sunday morning, one weeknight rehearsal evening, and special services as needed. This individual is also part of the Worship planning team which meets on weekends approximately 4 times per year.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Strong commitment to Christ, and willingness to join in congregational worship.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead and work cooperatively with church musicians and congregation, and effectively manage time and resources.
- Effective communication skills with ability to articulate musical plans and directions clearly.
- Active listening skills, with ability to receive input, feedback, and ideas.
- Commitment to high standards of musical offering and musicianship. Piano competency is required. Organ competency is considered an asset.
- Must comply with Diocesan Vulnerable Persons Policy.
The responsibilities include:
- Plan worship music including hymns, psalms, and coordination of cantors, in consultation with the Incumbent.
- Ensure that music resources are managed in full accordance with Canadian and international copyright law.
- Lead regular weekly choir rehearsals.
- Ensure that musical accompaniment is provided for worship including Sundays and special additional services (ex. weddings, funerals, etc.); arrange alternate musicians as required.
- Work with the Parish Office Administrator, including communication of necessary music information.
- Actively participate as a member of the Worship Planning Team.
- Identify and implement opportunities for music ministry as they arise from within the congregation and wider community.
- Oversee the care and maintenance of music instruments and materials.
- Submit a budget of all music related expenses for approval, and purchase music and music supplies within approved budget.
If you are interested, please email your resume to priest@stpetersanglican.ca on or before March 9, 2026.
Director of Music Ministry Position Description
The Director of Music Ministry reports to the Incumbent, and adheres to the ministry of music as outlined in the Music Ministry Guiding Principles (see below).
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan worship music including hymns and psalms, according to the Revised Common Lectionary, in consultation with the Incumbent.
- Ensure that music resources are managed in full accordance with Canadian and international copyright law by administering required copyright licensing programs, including using the OneLicense online portal to report any music used that is not in the hymnal.
- Coordinate the scheduling of cantors for the psalms.
- Ensure that musical accompaniment is provided for worship including weddings, funerals, and other special worship occasions; arrange alternate musicians as required.
- Lead regular weekly choir rehearsals from September through May.
- Work closely with the Parish Office Administrator, including communicating necessary music information for the preparation of bulletins.
- Actively participate as a member of the Worship Planning Team.
- Identify and implement opportunities for music ministry as they arise from within the congregation and wider community.
- Recruit, coach, and direct vocal and instrumental leadership, including choir, cantors, and other instrumentalists (i.e. guitarists, percussion players, etc.).
- Oversee the care and maintenance of music instruments and materials.
- Submit a budget request to Finance Committee by end of November for the following year, to include all expenses related to music.
- Purchase music and music supplies within approved budget, and submit requests for payment in a timely manner.
- Participate in workshops and training which support our commitment to blended music (funding available upon request and approval).
Music Ministry Guiding Principles
Music – as praise - is an essential part of, and critical to, the atmosphere of worship. It (1) reinforces a Scriptural focus, (2) connects us to God in meaningful and various ways, and (3) becomes an expression of God’s steadfast love.
With this in mind, the Anglican Parish of St. Peter is committed to developing its music ministry guided by the following principles:
- Music and the presentation of music will work to develop congregational singing and participation.
- Music will enhance the sense of the holy in worship.
- Music will reflect the themes of the lectionary, the seasons of the year,
and specific celebrations within those seasons.
- Music will support the mission of the church by bringing the outside
concerns of the world into worship.
- Music resources will be expanded to include a variety of instruments and styles to facilitate a blended, musical experience.