MISSION: The mission of Camp Susque is biblical evangelism and growth in Christian character for youth, young adults and families. The Susque ministry seeks to introduce campers of all ages to our God and Creator, the Lord Jesus Christ within a rustic camp setting. In essence, we want campers to experience their Creator!
PURPOSE OF THE WORSHIP INTERN: The Camp Susque worship intern shares in Susque’s mission by assisting in the direction and facilitation of musical worship of the summer camp program. Musical worship will include daily chapels, the Saturday morning closing program, and other occasions as needed.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE WORSHIP INTERN:
- 18 years of age.
- One season of prior camp counseling experience preferred.
- Able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs and walk 2 miles.
- Intermediate musical ability on a relevant instrument.
- Able to read and write at a high school level.
- Must demonstrate spiritual maturity as well as biblical leadership qualities.
RESPONSIBLE TO: Program Director
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan and execute the musical worship needs of Camp Susque.
- Train, support, and develop other worship musicians and leaders serving alongside the worship intern.
- Execute all the responsibilities of whatever other job for which s/he has been hired.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Choose songs and scripture readings for daily worship in accordance with Camp Susque’s worship ministry philosophy.
- Plan and schedule additional instrumentalists and singers to help lead worship for each chapel.
- Where possible, coordinate with the chaplain to create set lists which reinforce each day’s message.
- Create daily slideshows with lyrics for each song.
- Conduct regular practice sessions with other musicians.
- Report song lists to CCLI.
This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive and is subject to change at any time.
REQUIRED READING: Worship Matters by Bob Kauflin