Our Qualifications
& Expectations
It is important that everyone on the worship team be committed to the vision and the mission of Crosswind. To be effective worship leaders, we must be in regular attendance to Crosswind services; not only when serving on the platform.
The worship team is present to draw people into the throne room of God, to worship Him and Him alone. You are not on this team for your own ego or self-indulgence, but to honor God with the gifts He has given you and share them with our congregation for the sole-purpose of drawing them into the throne room with you.
Your family is an important part of serving in ministry. Your family needs to be aware of the time and commitment the worship team can take, and be supportive of you in this ministry. Should the time commitment of the worship team ever conflict with family time, please notify the leadership team.
It is a privilege to serve the Lord through music and worship. You will need to have proficiency and a level of skill that allows you to use your musical or technical ability in such a way that it glorifies God and isn't distracting or disruptive to others, but encourages them to join you in worship towards God.
Being a part of the worship team does require some sacrifice. You will need to be present at team practices, and attend team building events whenever possible. Ample notice of your absence is appreciated, but excessive absences can result in corrective action.
The opportunity to serve on the worship team is both an honor and a responsibility to be taken seriously. Some of the Biblical standards we hold to are:
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- Living a life that exemplifies the fruit of the Spirit
- Having a relationship with Jesus through prayer and studying His Word
- Regular attendance at Crosswind Church services (not only when serving)
- Be in alignment with the vision and culture of Crosswind Church.
- Social media presence that draws people closer to Jesus, not farther away.
- Not living a sinful lifestyle contrary to the Bible
- No gossip or slander
- No drug or alcohol abuse
- No divisive behavior
- No sexual misconduct
Everyone on the platform is a worship leader. No matter your position, come ready to take people into God's presence.
Always have an answer and always be asking the question:
What has Jesus been teaching or revealing to you lately?
Be on time. Attend your scheduled practices. Participate in team events.
Being in church with fellow believers, gathering together to worship our creator and our Savior should bring so much joy that it's contagious! We don't want to fake it, but we should be exhibiting a joy and a peace that surpasses all understanding.
Clothing should not be a distraction to people.
Last minute changes aren't the norm, but do occur. Be willing to try new songs, styles, technology, instruments, learn to blend together well with your teammates; be open to experiment! Not every new idea takes flight, be open to constructive criticism and willing to come under the advice and direction of the leadership team.
As a member of the worship team, you are expected to be a born-again believer with a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, you agree to the authority of Scripture, that you are faithfully tithing, you are building relationships with others, and you are in agreement with Crosswind statement of beliefs (https://crosswindchurch.net/beliefs/)