St. James’ Anglican Church in Vancouver, BC is seeking a half-time Director of Music to continue and enhance its long-standing reputation as a centre of musical excellence.  We are currently inviting expressions of interest from those who wish to be considered for the position.

St. James’ is an inclusive Christian community, seeking to worship God in the beauty of holiness. Our sacramental life is rooted in the Anglo-Catholic tradition, and we are an affirming catholic parish.

The building is located in the heart of Vancouver’s Downtown East Side while the Parish contains the much wider Strathcona Neighbourhood.  We are both a neighbourhood and a destination church. 

Our choir is a mix of volunteer and paid musicians, who sing for the weekly High Mass, occasional Choral Evensongs, and other special liturgies. The Parish also organizes several non-liturgical musical events throughout the year.  Our three-manual Casavant organ was installed in 1938 and most recently overhauled in 2003.  St. James Music Academy, a separate institution housed in the building, is a non-profit music school providing free classical music education to children and youth in our community.

The position is remunerated according to RCCO salary scale guidelines.  The anticipated start date is early in 2026.  The initial deadline for applications is August 15, 2025 although the position will remain open until filled.

Please contact the parish at: office@stjames.bc.ca to request a complete application package.

The Ecumenical Shared Ministry [ESM] of St. Paul's United Church and St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Bowmanville, is looking for a Music Director.

GENERAL DETAILS:  Music is an integral element of worship. The Music Director’s primary responsibility, in collaboration with the Minister and the Worship Committee, is to lead our Affirming Communities of Faith of ESM, in meaningful musical worship, via strong musical accompaniment on pipe organ and piano, and leadership of our 20+ voice SATB volunteer choir. This includes supporting and growing the musical skills and talents within our Communities of Faith.

We expect that this will be an average commitment of 10 hour per week through out the year.

If interested, and to receive a full job description, then before August 15, 2025, please send your resume and reason for applying to mandp@stpaulsunited.com. Alternately, send or drop off your resume and reason for applying in an envelope marked ATTN: M&P to the church office at 178 Church Street, Bowmanville, ON L1C1T9. 

ORGANIST/DIRECTOR OF MUSIC (3/4 time)

Church:    St. Mary’s Kerrisdale Anglican Church
Location:    Vancouver, BC
Start Date:    September 2025 (or earlier, if available)

Application Deadline:    Open until filled

POSITION OVERVIEW
St. Mary's Kerrisdale, a vibrant Anglican parish in Vancouver, seeks a 3/4-time Organist/Director of Music to lead and grow our diverse music ministry. This is a central liturgical leadership and pastoral role involving collaboration with clergy, staff, volunteer and professional musicians, and the broader community. The successful candidate will be rooted in Anglican liturgical tradition while also welcoming a variety of musical styles

We are open to flexible staffing possibilities, including a job share between Organist and Music Director.

CURRENT MUSIC PROGRAM & CAPACITY FOR GROWTH
St. Mary’s has a long history of offering multiple worship services, each with its own distinct liturgical style. Our volunteer choir is supported by paid section leads, allowing us to maintain a high standard of music. In recent years, we have offered Evensong or another seasonally appropriate liturgical or musical service at 4:00 p.m. on the first Sunday of the month, complementing our more intergenerational and casual Spirit Sunday service at 10am. The third Sunday of the month worship has leaned "higher church" offering a choral mass setting and additional choral anthems. This approach reflects our ongoing efforts to honour the diverse liturgical sensibilities within our community.

The music ministry is supported by:

• A 3-manual 1964 Casavant organ (well-maintained)
• A baby grand piano in the sanctuary
• A full set of handbells
• Newly renovated choir room

We are hoping to have a new Organist/Director of Music in place by the beginning of the program year in September, to provide a smooth transition for our music program and worship.

CHARACTER TRAITS

• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Strong interpersonal skills, desire and ability to build community.
• Team player
• Attention to detail

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Worship
2. Staff/Community Life
3. Development
4. Administrative
5. Funerals/Weddings

1. WORSHIP
   
   • Select music for Sunday worship services and additional services as appropriate, in consultation with the Clergy
   • Schedule and lead weekly rehearsals of the choirs (adult, children, bell, other)
   • Put in an appropriate amount of rehearsal time to provide high quality organ experience for worship
   • Arrange instrumentalists for Holy Days as budgeted for, organize rehearsals for and provide timely payment to musicians and singers through office procedures
   • Arrange for organ and piano maintenance with a qualified organ and piano repair person as needed.
   • When absent, arrange for qualified substitute organist for church services and notify the Rector/Priest in Charge in advance.
   • Facilitate congregational singing and worship through the excellent execution of hymns and liturgy.
   • Encourage the musical talents and participation of members of the congregation through organizing and coordinating special musical offerings, including soloists, instrumentalists, and small ensembles, this may include bell or cherub choirs, depending on the applicants' gifts and interests.
   • Update bulletins, prepare bulletins for special music offerings. Demonstrated competency in Microsoft word necessary
   
   
2. STAFF/COMMUNITY LIFE
   
   • Participate in regular (currently weekly) staff meetings and staff development/social gatherings (approximately four annually).
   • Participate in the life of the parish as discussed with the Rector; this may include events such as Neighbourhood Halloween, Parish Cleanup Day, Open House and Parish Picnic.
   • Foster and encourage the social life of the choir, including choir parties and other such events.
   • Provide appropriate pastoral care to members of the choir and share with the clergy as needed.
   
   
3. DEVELOPMENT
   
   • Ability to professional network and collaborate with colleagues.
   • Familiarity with marketing and sales
   • Desire and motivation to work with Clergy and volunteers to build a financially sustainable music program
   • Cultivate a music/performance series or similar community offering to develop the music program at St. Mary's.
   • Explore the feasibility and development of RCSM or similar program for young choristers
   
   
4. ADMINISTRATIVE
   
   • Purchase all music, supplies, equipment, and supervise instrument maintenance
   • Oversee filing and maintenance of music library
   • Oversee the care of choir robes
   • Attend staff meetings (weekly) and worship committee meetings (as they occur)
   • Develop and monitor the annual budget
   • Contribute articles for publicity/communication purposes
   • Write annual report for Vestry meeting
   • Plan a calendar of music activities and coordinate promotions accordingly
   
   
5. FUNERALS/WEDDINGS
   
   
   • The Organist/Director of Music shall provide music, if required, for all weddings and funerals in the Church and is entitled to be paid a minimum fee (outside their salary and work hours). The Organist shall be entitled to their fee regardless of whether an outside organist is brought in for the event. St. Mary's is a family parish for many, and on average we have between 30-40 funerals annualy requiring musical support. (1)

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• A deep understanding of, enthusiasm for, and experience with intergenerational choirs - excelling in music from the Anglican and English choral traditions, while embracing diverse cultural and contemporary styles.
• Demonstrated professional-level musical talent, supported by formal training and experience.
• Theological sensitivity and the ability to integrate music meaningfully into worship, including familiarity with Anglican liturgy.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to engage warmly and effectively with clergy, staff, choir members, guests, and the wider congregation.
• Skilled in teaching music theory and vocal technique, and in selecting appropriate service music, hymns, and anthems (in consultation with clergy).
• Passionate about working with both volunteer and professional singers, with energy for recruitment, inclusion, and community outreach.
• Willing to collaborate closely with clergy for choral service preparation and offer vocal coaching and support as needed.
• Mastery or organ performance and choral direction, with experience in:
  - Developing youth choirs and integrating them into parish music life
  - Promoting the music ministry in the broader community
  - Collaborating with external choirs and planning joint or off-site concerts
  - Organizing potential choir trips locally or abroad
• Comfortable working in collaboration with a Music Committee to support and achieve strategic goals.
• Willingness to assist our team with grant writing to fund music-related initiatives.

ACCOUNTABILITY

The Organist/Director of Music is responsible to the Rector (or other Priest in charge), indirectly to the Church Wardens and Treasurer.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

This position is year-round 3/4 time position, 30 hours per week, with the possibility of additional hours as arranged.

Salary range is commensurate with experience and in line with Royal Canadian College of Organists pay guidelines. Relocation reimbursement may be discussed.

3 weeks of vacation in addition to statutory holidays (required-to-work Stat holidays will be transferred to the following week).

The employee may join the Diocesan Lay Workers Benefits Plan (includes MSP, Dental, Extended Health, and pension benefits)

TIMELINE

July 11, 2025                   Position Closed
July 18, 2025                  Applicants notified of next steps
September 14, 2025     Start date (negotiable)

APPLICATION
Email of interest, resume, and additional credentials to the Rector, Lindsay Hills at lindsay@stmaryskerrisdale.ca with "Organist/Director of Music" in the subject line.

Please CC office@stmaryskerrisdale.ca with materials.

Because of the tight turnaround candidates are encouraged to submit three recordings with their application, for committee's preliminary consideration:

1. Organ Prelude/Postlude
2. Piano Piece
3. Choice Piece

(1) The minimum fee for funerals/weddings is $150 and the maximum is presently $250, depending on the services needed. This may be reevaluated with the Rector at any time.

Port Elgin United Church Music Director

Work Location:  840 Bruce St., Box 486, Port Elgin, Ontario, Canada  N0H 2C0
Contact Name:  Susan Brown, Ministry and Personnel Committee Chair
Contact Phone Number & Email:  519-832-9540 or by email at peunitedchurch@bmts.com

Job Description
Hours:  14 hours per week for 3 weeks per month (including 3 Sundays)
Wage:  $30-$35/hr
Benefits and Pension:  Yes

Position Overview:
Port Elgin United Church’s Music Director must be passionate about bringing meaningful music experiences to PEUC’s diverse congregation. The Music Director will play a pivotal role in enhancing the worship experience by providing a variety of well-prepared musical selections from the vast range of Christian music resources available. The creation of a meaningful and engaging worship environment through music requires the Music Director to hold strong to PEUC’s Christian principles, while enhancing our Mission and Vision.

Primary Duties:
•    Lead music during Sunday Worship Services 3 Sundays per month
•    Provide piano or organ accompaniment for musical selections
•    Work closely with the Minister to select appropriate music for 3 Sunday services per month, as well as for special services such as Christmas Eve
•    Embrace diversity in musical worship opportunities by exploring options from traditional hymns to contemporary pieces
•    Input the lyrics of songs to be sung in the weekly service’s PowerPoint presentation via Google Docs by a weekly deadline agreed upon with the Office Administrator
•    Understand and maintain up-to-date licensing and reporting for music usage (including duplication, distribution and broadcast), following the guidelines of the United Church of Canada, i.e., CCLI (Christian Copyright Licensing International)
•    Attend monthly Council Meetings (second Sunday of month, 7-9 pm)

•    Direct a choir, coordinating weekly practice sessions at a time that is satisfactory for most of the choir members
•    Direct a “Summer Choir” that only meets to practice prior to Sunday service
•    Engage, coordinate and rehearse with musical volunteers who wish to contribute their talents to worship services
•    Develop music opportunities for children 
•    Develop a solid understanding of PEUC’s audio/visual technology while working closely with the AV Booth Team to ensure optimal sound balance for in-person and online worship
•    Assist with setup and testing of sound equipment before each service
•    Work with members of various Church Committees, e.g., Worship Committee, Continuing Education Committee, when needed, to coordinate a variety of musical opportunities during services
•    Develop a yearly music budget to be presented to Church Council and the Congregation 

Other Possible Duties:
•    Direct a Bell Choir and/or Chime Bar Choir (PEUC has sets of both)
•    Direct a Children’s Choir 
•    Provide music for funerals and weddings. Payment for such services will follow the Fees for Service Policy of Port Elgin United Church.

Required Skills:     
•    Demonstrated proficiency in piano accompaniment 
•    Strong organizational skills
•    Strong communication skills
•    Ability to work cooperatively with church staff, volunteer Committee members and congregants

Preferred Skills:
•    Demonstrated proficiency in organ accompaniment
•    Experience in choral conducting
•    Familiarity with traditional hymns and contemporary Christian music 
•    Familiarity with the hymnals Voices United and More Voices, as well as the United Church of Canada’s new online Let’s Sing resource (coming soon) 
•    Strong sound technology skills
•    Computer skills, i.e., working knowledge of Google Docs

To apply, please email your resume to Susan Brown at peunitedchurch@bmts.com

MUSIC DIRECTOR VACANCY


Knox Presbyterian Church Kincardine Ontario is seeking an organist and choir director effective September 1, 2025. Duties would include the following:

– playing the organ and piano and conducting the 16 person choir for 10:30 Sunday morning worship services as well as extra services such as Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Remembrance Day, Christmas Eve. The choir does not do an anthem at services in July and August.

– meeting once a week with the minister to plan the music for the Sunday morning service

– lead choir practice Thursday afternoons from 1:30 – 3 from September to June

– rehearse the choir Sunday morning from approximately 9:45 – 10:15

– hire tuners for organ and piano

The organ is a 2 manual Karn-Warren pipe organ which was rebuilt and enlarged in 1949. In 2019, it was refurbished and digitized. The organ has 823 pipes encompassing five octaves on both manuals with a 2 and a half octave pedalboard. The grand piano is a Petroff dating from the early 1900s.

This position is for 10 hours a week. Remuneration is to be negotiated depending on qualifications and experience.

Applicants should contact Leslie Ray at lesliewelwood@hotmail.com 519-955-1731 or Mike Chreptyk at chreptyk@gmail.com 226-974-5166