Part-Time Organist

Christ Episcopal Church, Temple seeks a part-time Organist to

play organ and piano for worship services, choir rehearsals,

weddings and funerals.

CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH

Christ Episcopal Church is a thriving 135 year-old parish founded in the rich

tradition of liturgy, music and service to God’s world. We are located in the heart of

Temple, TX Temple enjoys the distinction of being the demographic center of

Texas. With the major cities of Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, and San

Antonio all within three hours. Temple uniquely offers the best aspects of two

worlds: the conveniences of big city dwelling and the atmosphere of a small town.

Christ Episcopal Church welcomes all. Our mission is “knowing Christ and making

Him known” which we do especially through worship, children’s and youth

ministries, adult education, mission and outreach. We strive to continually find new

and exciting ways to live out our faith life together.

Our congregation is a blend of long-time Temple families and newcomers, life-long

Episcopalians and those new to the Episcopal Church. We are the spiritual home of

young-adult and mid-life singles, couples of all ages, families with toddlers,

elementary aged children and/or teens, as well as many active seniors in the prime

of life.

Christ Episcopal Church provides lifelong discipleship for all, through worship and

education, Bible and book studies, and opportunities for mission work, both within

the community and beyond. We are called to build community in Christ’s name.

Christ Episcopal Church

PART-TIME ORGANIST

MINISTRY DESCRIPTION

300 N. Main Street, Temple, TX 76501

www.christchurchtemple.org

ORGANIST

The Organist will be rehearsed and available to

play the piano and organ as needed for worship

services, choir rehearsals, weddings, funerals

and/or other appropriate gatherings. S/he will

report to and be under the direction of the

Director of Music. Responsibilities will include

offering counsel to the Director of Music and

Rector on the planning of hymns, service music,

anthems and other musical arrangements,

planning with the Director of Music for

preludes, postludes, and other instrumental

pieces as needed, creating a plan with the

Director of Music for the care and maintenance

of all instruments of the church, advising as

needed on music for weddings and funerals at

the church and seeing that church policies are

carried out for these events, helping the

Director of Music to coordinate instrumentalists

when needed and within the budget to enhance

the music at various services, working with

other staff on new or additional musical

offerings for the parish. Any candidate should

have had some work experience as a church

organist. A Bachelor of Music or a Bachelor of

Arts degree or higher is preferred.

THE INSTRUMENTS

Christ Church has an Allen Digital Customized Organ

that was designed specifically for the acoustic space

and the worship style of Christ Church by the Allen

Organ Company. It is one-of-a-kind. Each stop was

individually voiced for the acoustics of the room after

it was installed. It is a magnificent treasure that very

effectively leads the congregation in worship on

Sundays. It is also a very fine concert instrument.

Also in the Chancel area is a Steinway upright piano.

It is used to accompany the choir and soloists. It too is

a fine instrument.

The Parish Hall has both a Kawai grand and a small

self-contained Britson organ. These were both

invaluable during the 13 months we were “out of the

church” while the Restoration was underway and

worship was in the Parish Hall.

There are two other spinet-type pianos. One is in the

choir room and one is in the Parlor.

There is also a 3-octave set of Schulmerich Handbells.

To Apply

Ideally, the new Organist will begin July 1, 2018. For a candidate who is particularly well suited to the

position, an alternate start date may be negotiable. Competitive salary to be based on education and

experience. To apply, please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae and contact information for at least

three references to Justin@christchurchtemple.org by June 15, 2018. Any questions about the church,

the music program and this opportunity may be directed to this e-mail address as well.