Organist Position

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First Christian Church, Colorado Springs Seeks Organist 
After nearly 33 years of service, our church organist, Carol Wilson is retiring May 31, 2022. So, First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Colorado Springs is accepting applications for the position.


The ideal candidate will:
Provide a variety of music – both organ and piano, in a variety of styles, i.e., classical, hymn-based, spirituals, contemporary, et al – for Sunday morning worship services, other special services as requested, i.e., Maundy Thursday, Ash Wednesday, and special music programs. Accompany the choir, soloist, or special ensemble in worship.  Assist music director as requested.

Accompany the regular weekly Chancel Choir rehearsals, and any additional rehearsals as needed. 
Occasional rehearsals with a children’s or youth ensemble, special ensemble, or soloist may be requested. 
​Make practice recordings for choir, if needed.

Maintain professional skills by practicing and performing, attending workshops or conferences, and maintain active membership in professional organizations.

Salary: $25,000 - $35,000 per year for 25 hours per week commensurate with experience and education.

Applicants should email their resume to fcc@firstchristiancos.org with the Subject: Organist Position.
Please include a link to any video or audio recording of your performance you’d like to share.
 
First Christian Church is an Open and Affirming congregation of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).  We affirm the life and teachings of Jesus Christ by welcoming all people of diverse race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status to worship and participate fully in all aspects of church life in a safe, loving, nurturing, and compassionate community. We invite you to help us embody our denomination's identity statement - "We are movement for wholeness in a fragmented world.  As part of the one body of Christ, we welcome all to the Lord's Table as God has welcomed us." For more information about our church, please visit the other pages here in our website. You can learn more about our denomination by going to disciples.org. 

First Christian Church, Colorado Springs
16 E. Platte Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
719-633-8888
fcc@firstchristiancos.org
Firstchristiancos.org

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