Lighthouse Church Worship Team – Role Description

Role Purpose

The Lighthouse Worship Team serves the church by leading Christ-centred worship during Sunday services. The team’s vision is:

“We lead worship that puts Jesus on centre stage in songs of exaltation, salvation, and then consecration.”

This role is not only about musical skill but also about faithfully modelling discipleship, humility, and authentic worship that support the spiritual life of the church community.

Joining the Team (Attendance & Audition Process)

• Individuals are expected to attend Lighthouse Church regularly for at least 3 months before joining worship team practices. This allows time to become familiar with the church’s worship culture, values, and community life.
  • All prospective team members are required to complete a worship audition prior to joining the team. The audition helps assess musical readiness, team fit, and appropriate placement within the worship team.

• All lead vocalists need to be active members of a church.  

Key Responsibilities

Team members are expected to:
• Prepare individual parts in advance by learning music distributed through Planning Centre
• Attend weekly rehearsals on Thursdays at 7:00pm at 3895 Holland Avenue.
• Participate in Sunday morning rehearsal at 8:00am 

• Participate in setup and tear down.

• Attend the pre-service team prayer meeting at 9:45am

• Respond to Planning Centre communications and scheduling requests promptly

• Maintain regular attendance at Lighthouse Church and participate in the broader life of the congregation

Attendance & Availability

• Team members are expected to attend scheduled rehearsals and services consistently.
• If unable to attend due to illness or unforeseen circumstances, members are responsible for notifying the team leader as early as possible.
• Reliability and communication are essential to effective team functioning.

Team Culture & Conduct

Team members are expected to:
• Contribute to a culture of unity, encouragement, positivity and mutual respect
• Actively support the spiritual and relational health of the church community
• Demonstrate humility and grace in all interactions
• Work collaboratively as part of a multi-instrument and vocal team (drums, bass, guitars, keyboards, and vocals)

Qualifications / Expectations

• Musical proficiency appropriate to assigned role
• Ability to prepare independently before rehearsal
• Commitment to the vision and values of Lighthouse Church
• A growing personal commitment to Christian discipleship