Wilmington Chapter

Shallotte Presbyterian Church

Shallotte, NC

Organist/Pianist 

Director of Music

Shallotte Presbyterian Church located in the town of Shallotte, NC in Southeastern, NC (Brunswick County) announces a staff opening for the position of Organist/Pianist.  The Organist/Pianist is responsible for two weekly traditional services (8:30 and 11:00 AM) and accompanying the Chancel Choir at weekly rehearsals. Additional special services include Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Christmas Eve, etc.  The church owns a Rogers Trillium 928 Organ and Baby Grand Piano.

We also have an opening for a Director of Music. The Director of Music is responsible for selecting and planning music for weekly traditional Sunday services and directing the Chancel Choir and Handbell choir at weekly rehearsals.  The director also plans choral music for special days within the church calendar which include Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Christmas Eve, etc.  There may be occasional additional rehearsals for special services and other work with soloists, ensembles, etc. 

To apply for the position, submit a cover letter, resume and supporting materials to our email, church@atmc.net. 

Church of the Good Shepherd, Episcopal

Wilmington, NC

Church of the Good Shepherd Episcopal is seeking a Music Director.

Church of the Good Shepherd is a 112 year old historic church at 515 Queen St,. Wilmington, NC.

The congregation employs supply priests, with eucharists at a 10 am service. We are a traditional, welcoming, and diverse group and utilize the 1982 hymnal extensively.
The Music Director would provide leadership for the music program and manage a small choir. It is preferred to have a Wed. evening choir practice. We recently installed a 3-manual Allen electronic organ and have a George Steck grand piano in excellent condition.

This is a contract position, with no benefits. Regular bonus compensation is in place. Compensation for the 10 hour weekly position is negotiable, based on education, and years of experience. Episcopal service and music experience is preferred.

Please contact Dr. Peter Perschbacher, Senior Warden at 1-870-534-0650, or email pwpersch@gmail.com

Zion Episcopal Church

Washington, NC

Organist

Contact: The Reverend Alan Neale (215-510-1518, ajrn316@gmail.com)

Zion is looking for an organist to lead us in Episcopal worship.  The weekly congregation is now about 35 and shows real signs of growth.  The congregation is welcoming and appreciative of ministry and service.

Duties:
Sunday worship at 10am, introducing small choir to hymns etc. at 9:30am.
Probably, but not necessarily, midweek services such as All Saints, Ascension Day, Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday and Christmas Eve.

Probably, but not necessarily, two-three Sundays each month.

Salary:
The salary range is $12,500-$13,000

Darlington Presbyterian Church, EPC

Darlington, SC

Organist/Accompanist

Darlington Presbyterian Church, EPC is located in the lovely county seat of Darlington. Founded in 1827, Darlington Presbyterian Church has 400 plus members who enjoy a rich history of worship, ministry, and missions. Our worship services are centered on the Word of God as we celebrate our Savior through a meaningful liturgy in the Reformed Tradition. DPC offers a live-stream 11am morning worship that is musically led by the Chancel Choir, is accompanied by a 1988, 3 manual, Schantz Pipe Organ, and is supported with an occasional soloist, Handbell Choir, and other instrumental groups. The Chancel Choir presents each year two seasonal offerings, a Maundy Thursday service and a Christmas Festival of Lessons and Carols. Additionally, DPC continues its annual tradition of holding two Christmas Eve services for the community.

Church Organist / Choir Accompanist (PT)
Darlington Presbyterian Church, EPC is seeking a committed Christian whose desire it is to use his/her God given talents in service to the Lord and His people. This position requires skill in organ performance as a soloist, and in piano and organ performance as an accompanist to choirs, instrumentalists, soloists, and congregational singing. The ability to sight read and to play choral parts are needed skills as well. Salary: $15,000 (plus $2,000 for traveling expenses)

Responsibilities include playing for the weekly 11am Sunday morning worship service which includes pre-worship rehearsals with the Chancel Choir and other musicians as needed; accompanying Wednesday evening choir rehearsals with the Children’s and Chancel Choirs; playing for seasonal worship services and their respective rehearsals; and being available to play for the weddings, funerals and memorial services of church members and their families, for which additional compensation is given.

Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to Dr. Teresa Irwin, the Director of Music Ministries, at tirwin1685@gmail.com.