The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer
Springfield, Pennsylvania · Diocese of Pennsylvania
Part-Time · Music Ministry
A partner in the parish’s ministry of worship — accompanying congregational singing, playing for liturgies, and leading a small parish choir in close creative collaboration with the Rector.
Location
145 W. Springfield Rd.
Springfield, PA 19064
Parish Website
springfieldredeemer.org
The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer is seeking a skilled, collaborative, and passionate Organist to support and strengthen the musical life of our growing parish.
The Organist serves as a partner in the parish’s ministry of worship by accompanying congregational singing, playing the organ for liturgies, and occasionally leading and accompanying the small parish choir. The position works in close creative collaboration with the Rector.
Redeemer is entering an exciting season of vitality and growth, and we see this position as an opportunity to continue developing a vibrant and engaging music program.
Rooted in the Anglican musical tradition, our worship draws broadly from The Hymnal 1982 and other Episcopal resources, as well as selected music from the Evangelical Lutheran Worship (ELW) and Roman Catholic/OCP traditions. We hope to expand the range and richness of our musical expression while maintaining the beauty and integrity of Episcopal liturgy.
- 01Sunday & Holy DaysServe as organist for regularly scheduled Sunday services and designated holy days and special liturgies.
- 02Congregational SingingSupport strong congregational singing through thoughtful and confident hymn accompaniment.
- 03Parish ChoirLead and accompany the parish choir.
- 04RepertoireSelect preludes, postludes, anthems, service music, and other appropriate repertoire in collaboration with the Rector.
- 05PreparationPrepare music thoroughly, including registrations, accompaniments, and seasonal repertoire.
- 06PlanningParticipate in quarterly worship and music planning meetings with the Rector.
- 07Weddings & FuneralsProvide or coordinate music for weddings and funerals as needed.
- 08SubstitutesArrange qualified substitutes when unavailable.
- 09Musical PartnershipCultivate opportunities for broader musical participation and creative partnerships within the parish.
We seek someone who is
- A capable organist and accompanist.
- A team player — collaborative, dependable, and comfortable working as part of a ministry team.
- Knowledgeable about, or eager to grow in, the Anglican/Episcopal musical tradition.
- Interested in building a music ministry rather than simply maintaining one.
- Creative and open to a range of sacred musical traditions.
- Supportive of the mission and worshiping life of an Episcopal congregation.
The Church of the Redeemer is a pastoral-sized Episcopal parish in the Diocese of Pennsylvania. We are experiencing a renewed season of vitality and growth and are discovering together what God is calling us to become in this next chapter. We are a genuinely warm community with a heart for serving our neighbors, a passion for learning, and a desire to cultivate worship that is beautiful, welcoming, and spiritually nourishing.
Type
Part-time
Compensation
To be confirmed with the parish
Works With
The Rector, in close creative collaboration
Location
145 W. Springfield Road, Springfield, PA 19064
Learn More
Parish job page · springfieldredeemer.org
Please submit the following to the Rector:
- Name
- Phone number
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Recording of performance
A link to a livestreamed service or a recording file is fine.
Application contact: [email protected]
