Hey, Ron:

Here's a job description for our tenor:

Must believe and try to live what they sing
Must always put the message before the performance
Must have a good sense of harmony singing, and enjoy it
Must be able to work out harmonies and arrangements jointly with other members, without the use of sheet music
Must have a good sense of rhythm
Must have a good time singing
Must enjoy and encourage the singing of all other members of the group
Must be willing to practice regularly, perform mostly without pay
and take enjoyment in lifting the spirits of others
Must enjoy the old, simple style of gospel singing with four part harmony, no keyboards, drums or other acoutremonts

Is it any wonder that I can't find anyone. Who would take a job like this? I've seen plenty of people who are good lead singers but have no sense of harmony, or rhythm (or even hearing the right key.) I've met some puffed up types who want the attention of singing leads but quickly get bored when others are getting the attention. I've had those who want to perform, but not practice. I've had those who consider themselves too good to need to practice.
I'd take most of the requirements above, as long as the person is deeply committed to bringing the message to those who are often overlooked or forgotten... the homeless, those in nursing homes and senior centers and hospitals. Some things I can work around. Being "puffed-up" isn't one of them....

Joe, our bass singer, Derrick (our tenor for 7 years until he left) and Frankie have all shared the most important of these requirements.
We've worked around the rest.

Jerry