Jobs and Substitutes

Organist: Glossbrenner Church in Mount Joy, PA is seeking an organist to assist in the music ministry of the church. The church offers a mix of traditional music with choir, piano and/or organ and contemporary music with a praise team.    The organist plays for traditional Sunday worship services and for choir rehearsals on a weeknight. The organist also plays for other special services such as cantatas, Lenten, and Christmas services. Not required to assist on Sundays when the contemporary praise team plays.

Core Competencies: Experience playing organ and piano and basic understanding of worship liturgy. Willingness to accompany instrumental and vocal musicians as needed. Excellent people skills, collaborative, adaptable, and able to manage change.

     To Apply: Interested candidates should contact our church office at 717-653-5683 or email Pastor Heather Hammel at heather@glossbrenner.net with a letter of interest and resume.  Salary negotiable.

Organist: Annville United Methodist Church, Annville is accepting applications for an organist/pianist to support our weekly 9:00 am Sunday worship service (off the 4th Sunday of each month) and to accompany an adult choir and to attend Wednesday choir rehearsals. The organ is a three-manual Schantz pipe organ. The compensation is negotiable. Please submit your letter of interest, work history, and salary expectations to Pastor Yohan Oh, pastor@annvilleumc.org, or Church Secretary, Bonnie Bender, aumc1912@gmail.com. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Pastor Yohan Oh, Annville UM Church, One North College Avenue, Annville, PA 17003. Visit us on the web at: https://annvilleumc.org.

Organist and Choir Director (Part Time) The Memorial Church of the Prince of Peace (Episcopal) in Gettysburg, PA seeks an Organist-Choir Director. This is a part-time salaried position with an expected average time commitment of 20 hours per week. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to guide and continue to develop the music ministry of a vibrant parish with a rich history.
The responsibilities of the position include: serving as organist during a Sunday and other services; directing an adult choir in a weekly rehearsal and during Sunday services; and organizing music for special services. Candidates with an interest in expanding the musical offerings of the parish to the community are especially encouraged to apply.
The parish’s musical equipment includes a 3-manual Möller/Rodgers hybrid pipe/digital organ, a Steinway B piano, a recently refurbished set of handbells, and a set of choir chimes. Rehearsal spaces are equipped with additional pianos.
The requirements for the position are a bachelor’s degree in organ studies or piano with demonstrated experience as an organist, and training or demonstrated experience in choral conducting. Preference will be given to candidates with a graduate music degree or an American Guild of Organists certification of “Colleague” or higher. In addition, a familiarity with the liturgy and musical traditions of the Episcopal Church is highly desirable.
To apply, please send the following to princeofpeace@gettysburgepiscopal.org; a cover letter describing your interest in and suitability for the position, and an up-to-date Curriculum vitae or resume that includes a list of at least three references. Candidates are asked to include, in their cover letter, links to videos of their musical performances on organ and directing a choir or other choral ensemble. We will begin to review applications from the time of this posting. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. A full job description will be provided to applicants upon request. The salary range is $37,000-$40,000 and will be determined by an applicant’s credentials, experience, and interview.
The Memorial Church of the Prince of Peace is a thriving and welcoming parish in the historical town of Gettysburg, PA. The parish values music as a central part of worship and is home to several professional and avocational musicians. The Memorial Church of the Prince of Peace is committed to the dignity of every human being, and is an equal opportunity employer. Consideration for this position will be made without regard to age, race, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, or political affiliation.

Organist and Choir Director –The Presbyterian Congregation of Middletown, 290 North Union St., Middletown, PA is seeking a part-time organist and choir director. Our vocal choir currently rehearses at 7:00 pm on Wednesdays but is open to rehearsing on a different night to accommodate our new director. The vocal choir occasionally collaborates with our bell choir or other instrumentalists as opportunities present themselves. We have traditional liturgical worship at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday, meeting in person in our sanctuary and simultaneously using Zoom to share the service with our homebound or absent members and friends. Availability for special services is welcome but not required. You may express your interest by sending a resume or letter to our transitional pastor, The Rev. Arlene Dunn, at Revarllenedunn@gmail.com or pastor@pcmdt.org or you may contact the church office at office@pcmdt.org. A current job description is available for those who apply.

Director of Sacred Music – Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, Lancaster, is seeking to fill the Director of Sacred Music position. This position is responsible for planning, coordinating and executing the music program as it relates to the celebration of parish liturgies for Sacred Heart Church. The Director of Sacred Music works closely with the pastor in liturgy, music and environment, and reports directly to the pastor. The Director must be accomplished in organ playing, choral direction, and voice.

POSITION ANALYSIS - This position requires a mature, professional, responsible, committed individual with excellent communication (oral and written), organizational, administrative, managerial and interpersonal skills. He/she must be a Catholic in good standing and have a working knowledge of Church teaching, Catholic sacramental theology, current liturgical norms and practices of the Church and Diocese. He/she should be accomplished in the following areas: organ, voice, choral direction. The candidate should have a deep understanding of the Church’s sacred music tradition. The candidate should be an active and visible member of the parish community.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS - Part-time, salary position. Funerals and Weddings are compensated separately (on average, 8-10 funerals and 4 weddings per year).

Interested candidates should contact Fr. Logue at frslogue@hbgdiocese.org or Ed Dougherty, Parish Manager at edougherty@sacredheartlanc.org.

Director of Music: Grace United Methodist Church in Harrisburg seeks a Director of Music (12-15 hours per week). We are located in Downtown Harrisburg, “at the foot of the Capitol.” We are a reconciling congregation celebrating human diversity and affirming God’s gifts of love and grace for ALL, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, family structure, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental or physical ability, economic situation, or immigration status. Grace Church has a long tradition of excellence in choral, organ, and piano music featuring a variety of musical periods and styles. One choir rehearsal and one Sunday morning service per week with additional special services during Advent, Holy Week, etc. Austin-Moller pipe organ of 78 ranks, four manuals, and six divisions; and Steinway grand piano. Bachelor’s degree in music performance preferred. Musical versatility and flexibility are required.  Must be a follower of Christ, having the ability to minister, play, and direct various types of worship music. Must work effectively with pastor and be collegial with church staff as well as members of the congregation. Position to begin as soon as possible. Salary c. $20,000, depending on experience; additional income from weddings and funerals. Vacation with full compensation for four Sundays annually. Send resume and references to Music Director Search Committee, Grace United Methodist Church, 216 State St., Harrisburg PA 17101, or via email at r.s.albright@icloud.com Position will remain open until filled.

Praise Band Music Leader: Friedens Lutheran Church in Myerstown is seeking a keyboard artist with vocal skills and a passion for leading contemporary music with a praise band (guitar and drums). This is a salaried part-time position at $13,000 per year. with two weeks paid vacation. This position selects contemporary songs that complement the liturgical day (Revised Common Lectionary - RCL); resources are available to assist with this task. The leader also teaches the songs to the band for worship leadership at 9:00 am on Sundays and at the 4:00 pm Christmas Eve worship service. Please contact the Rev. Lois Van Orden, cell phone 717-579-1875 or by email, prvo2005@gmail.com, to express your interest and to arrange for an interview.

Organist: Trinity United Methodist Church, Lebanon is accepting applications for an organist/pianist to support our weekly 9:15 am Sunday worship service and to accompany an adult choir on occasion. The organ is a 2-manual Moller pipe organ. The compensation is negotiable. Please submit your letter of interest, work history, and salary expectations to Pastor Jessica Ross, pastorjess@outlook.com. or Music Director, Carol Hollich, hollich@comcast.net. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Pastor Jessica Ross, Trinity UM Church, 757 Willow Street, Lebanon, PA 17046.
Visit us on the web at: trinityumc.squarespace.com and Facebook [Listed 6/21]

Music Associate (Accompanist, handbell director): Trinity UCC, 40 W Pine St, Palmyra. One rehearsal. Roland keyboard, Yamaha upright, Chickering Grand, Moller/Teller Brothers Pipe Organ, some percussion instruments. Call Skip Unger (717) 406-0727 or Deb Dunnigan (717) 228-8425 for more information. Contact office@trinitypalmyra.org [Listed 3/15]

Director(s) of Music Ministry - Wesley United Methodist Church, Bloomsburg, PA, is currently welcoming applicants for  Director(s) of Music Ministry.  Candidates need to display a love for God and for worshiping through music. The successful candidate(s) must possess high proficiency on organ or piano, with capabilities in both strongly preferred.  Additionally, the candidate we seek will have the ability to direct the adult vocal choir.  Responsibilities will include planning and coordinating music choices and practices for weekly Sunday worship service(s), special events (including funerals, weddings, etc.), and special worship services throughout the year.  Both traditional and contemporary praise music is encouraged! Opportunities also exist for leading small ensembles, handbell choir, children’s choir, and individual performances.  These responsibilities could be divided among multiple candidates depending on interest and qualifications. Pay structure will be commensurate with experience and final job scope. Please send your resume and three references to the attention of:  Rev. Mark Reisinger, Wesley United Methodist Church, 130 West 3rd Street, Bloomsburg, PA 17815, or e-mail at: mreisinger@susumc.org. [Listed 1/15/2025]

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