Join the Worship Ministry
If you are a regular attendee and interested in being a part of the Worship Ministry of Trinity Fellowship please read through the information below, pray for the Lord’s leading in this significant ministry, and submit the Worship Ministry Application below.
Attitudes Expected of Worship Team Members
Trinity Fellowship Church is not just looking for volunteers, but people called by God to serve in this area. The attitude of humble servanthood, working for God, not for the church, seeing it as a privilege and a responsibility – that is what we are looking for.
Here’s the difference:
Here’s the difference:
- If it’s about you, rehearsal is looked upon as another commitment you are obligated to fulfill. If you’re called by God then rehearsal is another opportunity to be used by… and bless God.
- If it’s about you, constructive criticism will be received with indignation. If you’re called by God you will be grateful and welcome criticism because your desire is to be the best you can be.
- If it’s about you, there will be minimal effort. If you’re called by God, you’ll put in maximum effort.
- - If it’s about you, the talents of others will threaten you. If you’re called by God you will feel secure in God’s direction, call and giftedness in your life.
- If it’s about you, then outside practicing won’t be a priority. If you’re called by God you will come to practice and worship as prepared as possible.
- If it’s about you, adversity and discouragement will cause you to quit. If you’re called by God then you will dig in and persevere.
- If it’s about you, you will be oblivious to the needs of the ministry. If you’re called by God, you’ll pray over the needs of the ministry.
- If it’s about you, you will be oblivious to your clothing choices and how they affect the congregation. If you’re called by God you’ll be keenly aware of your wardrobe choices and make sure you are not a distraction to worship and don’t draw attention to yourself.
- If it’s about you, you’ll be prone to jealousy of others. If you’re called by God you’ll praise God for distribution gifts and talents as He chooses.If it’s about you, you’ll avoid resolving relational conflict. If you’re called by God you will seek to resolve conflict to preserve the unity of the team and the ministry of the church.
- If it’s about you, your main source of fulfillment is your own talents and abilities. If you’re called by God knowing that being used by God is the most fulfilling thing you can do with your life.
- If it’s about you, then you can’t handle situations that will stretch you. If you’re called by God you’ll respond to God’s call with a humble dependence on Him.
Expectations of Worship Team Members
Rehearsals, Attendance, and Participation
Attend rehearsals on time and well prepared. Participate in team devotions, sharing and prayer time and help love and care for team members. Come early to rehearsals and worship services to set-up and tear-down together as a team.
Team Training and Worship Development
Attend occasional training, team building and social events for worship team members as scheduled by the Deacon of Worship for Trinity Fellowship Church.
Length of Service
Commit to a 12 month period of time for the assigned worship team. Following each 12 month period both the team member and team leader can decide if it’s time to end the commitment or renew for another year.
Worship Service
Serve once a month to lead Sunday Worship with your team and be willing to assist other worship leaders as requested, if available, and serve the music/worship needs of the church at varying frequencies depending on need.
Worship Triangle
Allow the worshiper to complete the Triangle of Worship – Ultimately the goal is for the congregation to completely not notice the lead worshipers and only focus on God and God alone. Our job is to do everything we can to facilitate that movement and get out of the way…thus completing the triangle.
Attend rehearsals on time and well prepared. Participate in team devotions, sharing and prayer time and help love and care for team members. Come early to rehearsals and worship services to set-up and tear-down together as a team.
Team Training and Worship Development
Attend occasional training, team building and social events for worship team members as scheduled by the Deacon of Worship for Trinity Fellowship Church.
Length of Service
Commit to a 12 month period of time for the assigned worship team. Following each 12 month period both the team member and team leader can decide if it’s time to end the commitment or renew for another year.
Worship Service
Serve once a month to lead Sunday Worship with your team and be willing to assist other worship leaders as requested, if available, and serve the music/worship needs of the church at varying frequencies depending on need.
Worship Triangle
Allow the worshiper to complete the Triangle of Worship – Ultimately the goal is for the congregation to completely not notice the lead worshipers and only focus on God and God alone. Our job is to do everything we can to facilitate that movement and get out of the way…thus completing the triangle.
Musicians Needed at Trinity Fellowship
Trinity Fellowship Evangelical Free Church seeks to be a highly participatory church when it comes to worship. In other words, we want people who God has gifted in vocal and instrumental music, sound, lighting, computer technology, dance, drama, etc. etc. etc.
One key component to a unified ministry, beyond individual musical giftedness and abilities, is the importance of individual giftedness fitting the needs of the team and being able to flow within a particular team. Some people are very gifted musicians and/or vocalists, but for one reason or another (vocal range, musical style, etc) they have trouble flowing with the team. Musical fit and flow within the team is a two way street. At some point the leadership of the team may decide that temporary or permanent sabbatical from the team is necessary due to the direction of the team or needs of a particular week, emphasis or focus. Additionally, the team member may feel that their time has come to an end on the team for any reasons. Either decision will be respected and accepted…love wins.
The following is a non-exhaustive list of musicians needed at Trinity Fellowship Church:
Typical Musicians:
Other Musicians:
Support Crew
One key component to a unified ministry, beyond individual musical giftedness and abilities, is the importance of individual giftedness fitting the needs of the team and being able to flow within a particular team. Some people are very gifted musicians and/or vocalists, but for one reason or another (vocal range, musical style, etc) they have trouble flowing with the team. Musical fit and flow within the team is a two way street. At some point the leadership of the team may decide that temporary or permanent sabbatical from the team is necessary due to the direction of the team or needs of a particular week, emphasis or focus. Additionally, the team member may feel that their time has come to an end on the team for any reasons. Either decision will be respected and accepted…love wins.
The following is a non-exhaustive list of musicians needed at Trinity Fellowship Church:
Typical Musicians:
- Vocalists (Male & Female)
- Pianist/Keyboardist
- Guitar (Acoustic & Electric)
- Drums/Percussion
- Bass Guitar
Other Musicians:
- Trumpet/Trombone
- Saxophone/Clarinet
- Strings (Cello/Violin/Viola)
- Flute
Support Crew
- Sound Board Tech
- Visual Tech
Qualifications for Worship Team Members
In healthy fellowship with and under the submission of God.
Members of worship teams are to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior and are to stay in healthy communion with God through regular personal prayer, devotions, Bible study and intentional spiritual growth.
In healthy fellowship and under the submission of Trinity Fellowship and its Leadership.
A worship team is a ministry of Trinity Fellowship Evangelical Free Church and is therefore under the submission of the church leadership. It is imperative that there are no issues that worship team members have with Trinity and/or its leaders.Additionally, each worship team member is to be participating in a small group community of Trinity Fellowship Church.A worship team member will have attended Trinity Fellowship Church regularly for at least 2 months.
In healthy fellowship and under the submission of the Worship Team Leadership.
As a ministry of the church, each worship leader has been commissioned to lead, develop a team to meet the direction he/she is led by the Holy Spirit in worship. It is his/her role to make decisions for the team, both in musical and spiritual direction.
In healthy fellowship with the other members of the worship team.
In order to serve in the privilege of leading the congregation in worship it is essential that members of the team are in healthy community with one another. If there are issues between members, Matthew 18 should be followed and the conflict should be resolved prior to serving in leading worship together.
In agreement with Trinity Fellowship Mission and Vision.
Members must agree with the Mission, Vision and Values of the church as well as the Trinity Worship Ministry.
Called By God
Members must be called by God and verified by church leadership.
Musical Giftedness
Members must have musical gifts, confirmed by church leadership through the audition process, that are developed to the level needed in order to facilitate quality worship experiences in their area of involvement.
Role Understanding
Members must understand that their role is to genuinely worship with humility, help others worship by pointing them toward God the Father, the Son Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit. They also understand that they are called by God to serve in this area of ministry within the church. They know they are not there to “perform” but rather exalt God.
Members of worship teams are to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior and are to stay in healthy communion with God through regular personal prayer, devotions, Bible study and intentional spiritual growth.
In healthy fellowship and under the submission of Trinity Fellowship and its Leadership.
A worship team is a ministry of Trinity Fellowship Evangelical Free Church and is therefore under the submission of the church leadership. It is imperative that there are no issues that worship team members have with Trinity and/or its leaders.Additionally, each worship team member is to be participating in a small group community of Trinity Fellowship Church.A worship team member will have attended Trinity Fellowship Church regularly for at least 2 months.
In healthy fellowship and under the submission of the Worship Team Leadership.
As a ministry of the church, each worship leader has been commissioned to lead, develop a team to meet the direction he/she is led by the Holy Spirit in worship. It is his/her role to make decisions for the team, both in musical and spiritual direction.
In healthy fellowship with the other members of the worship team.
In order to serve in the privilege of leading the congregation in worship it is essential that members of the team are in healthy community with one another. If there are issues between members, Matthew 18 should be followed and the conflict should be resolved prior to serving in leading worship together.
In agreement with Trinity Fellowship Mission and Vision.
Members must agree with the Mission, Vision and Values of the church as well as the Trinity Worship Ministry.
Called By God
Members must be called by God and verified by church leadership.
Musical Giftedness
Members must have musical gifts, confirmed by church leadership through the audition process, that are developed to the level needed in order to facilitate quality worship experiences in their area of involvement.
Role Understanding
Members must understand that their role is to genuinely worship with humility, help others worship by pointing them toward God the Father, the Son Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit. They also understand that they are called by God to serve in this area of ministry within the church. They know they are not there to “perform” but rather exalt God.
Mission, Vision, and Core Values
Mission
In submission to the Holy Spirit and out of the abundance of a prayer and worship lifestyle, we will facilitate an environment where people are aware of God’s presence and led to worship Him in spirit and truth.
Vision
Trinity Fellowship is growing as a community of worshiping and praying people.Trinity Fellowship, a place where people gather for Spirit-led worship and sense a reverent awe, a growing community, a call to holy living and the hope we have in Jesus. God is truly “with us” (Immanuel) and is given the glory He deserves.
Values
“True worship is the active response of humility by one cleansed by Christ’s blood in exalting God, ascribing to Him all worth, and praising Him for His works. It is our spirit being touched by God’s Spirit and our response of bringing our bodies, our possessions and our praise before Him as sacrifices.” - Gerhard deBock
*Definition based on study of Biblical concepts of worship.
In submission to the Holy Spirit and out of the abundance of a prayer and worship lifestyle, we will facilitate an environment where people are aware of God’s presence and led to worship Him in spirit and truth.
Vision
Trinity Fellowship is growing as a community of worshiping and praying people.Trinity Fellowship, a place where people gather for Spirit-led worship and sense a reverent awe, a growing community, a call to holy living and the hope we have in Jesus. God is truly “with us” (Immanuel) and is given the glory He deserves.
Values
- God-Focused Worship (to and for God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit)
- Worship based in the Character of God that grows out of the understand of who God is.
- Excellence in Worship. (not necessarily sophisticated or complex)
- Participatory Worship. Being intentional about providing multiple forms and opportunities for the congregation to express worship.
- Prayerful Planning, Preparation and Practice as directed by the Holy Spirit. Godly Integrity and Character as demonstrated by a lifestyle that exhibits a commitment and obedience to God.
- Humility and Repentant Spirit by worship leaders and teams.
- Commitment to Spiritual Growth, Skills Development and Worship Ministry Development.
- Servanthood. Serving God, other worship team members and the congregation.
“True worship is the active response of humility by one cleansed by Christ’s blood in exalting God, ascribing to Him all worth, and praising Him for His works. It is our spirit being touched by God’s Spirit and our response of bringing our bodies, our possessions and our praise before Him as sacrifices.” - Gerhard deBock
*Definition based on study of Biblical concepts of worship.