Worship and Music Arts Committee Meeting

Objective: For Lutherans, worship stands at the center of our life of faith. The Worship, Music & Arts committee is responsible for cultivating a unified, innovative and engaging multi-generational music and arts program that enhances our worship life while connecting our members and community.

Responsibilities:

Visioning: Provide advice and counsel to worship planning.

Help recruit and oversee all worship volunteers in consultation and collaboration with the pastors, Director of Worship and Music, and Volunteer Coordinator. Worship volunteers include worship assistants, lectors, communion assistants, ushers, altar guild care, sound operators, projector operators, and camera/streaming operators.

Plan and assist with seasonal sanctuary/lobby decorations – Liturgical Arts. (e.g. Advent/Christmas decorations, Lent, Easter, etc.)

Provide input and counsel to new musical staff employment openings.

Evaluate regular worship services and special events/services.

Receive feedback from the congregation and report to the committee.

Provide guidance and support to music, drama, and other musical ministries.

Provide budget recommendations regarding worship, music, and the arts line items.

Help coordinate and facilitate concerts and special music events (programming, ushering, receptions, housing for guest participants, etc.).