EMPLOYMENT
Work for a vibrant, active church in Society Hill, Philadelphia. Open jobs are posted below:
Job Opening: Full-Time Rector
St. Peter’s Church, in a historic neighborhood of Philadelphia, is a vibrant community where different types of people come together to ask life’s deep questions, to enter life-giving relationships, and experience authentic community.
We are seeking our next Rector to walk alongside us in our journey with Christ. Ideal applicants will be curiously courageous with salient communication skills, a healing heart, dynamic administrative acumen, and an ability to connect and collaborate with people inside and beyond our walls.
Learn more about this position and read the full job description here. If you are interested in exploring God’s call to serve as Rector of St. Peter’s Church, please submit a cover letter, resume, and Office for Transition Ministry (OTM) materials to The Rev. Canon Jane Gober at [email protected].
Job Announcement: Bass Staff Singer
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, located at 313 Pine Street in Philadelphia, PA, is seeking a dedicated and talented Bass Staff Singer to join our vibrant and welcoming music ministry. If you are passionate about choral music and desire to contribute to a thriving worship community, we invite you to apply.
Responsibilities:
- Attend and actively participate in Sunday morning rehearsals at 9:30 AM.
- Sing at the Sunday Eucharist service at 11:00 AM.
- Attend afternoon rehearsals following the Sunday service from 12:15 PM to 1:15 PM.
- Lead the bass section of the church choir during rehearsals and worship services.
- Provide musical leadership and support to fellow choir members, fostering a collaborative and cohesive ensemble.
- Maintain a professional and punctual presence, attending all scheduled rehearsals and worship services.
Qualifications:
- Availability to commit to the choir season, which runs from September 8, 2024, through June 8, 2025.
- Demonstrated proficiency as a bass singer, with excellent vocal technique and
musicianship skills. - Extensive experience in choral singing, preferably in a church or liturgical setting.
- Ability to read and interpret choral scores accurately.
- Strong sight-reading skills and the ability to learn new music efficiently.
- Familiarity with a variety of sacred choral repertoire.
- Commitment to maintaining and improving vocal technique through regular practice and study.
Compensation:
- Competitive compensation will be offered, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Application Process:
To apply for the position of Bass Staff Singer, please submit the following documents via email to Dr. Derrick Thompson, Interim Music Director, at [email protected]:
- A current resume outlining your musical experience, education, and relevant qualifications.
- Contact information for at least two professional references who can speak to your musical abilities.
- Links to two contrasting vocal solo performances.
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.