Ministry Openings

Position Description

Antioch Christian Church is seeking a man dedicated to preaching and teaching Jesus Christ. We are a small country congregation made up up believers dedicated to sharing the Love of Christ. This is a part time position and would be an excellent opportunity for a "tentmaker Paul". Please send a resume with cover letter and references.

Position Description

North Boulevard Church of Christ is looking for an evangelistic entrepreneur to lead in the opening of a satellite campus for North Boulevard in a fast-growing area of Rutherford County, Tennessee. This person will ultimately lead the satellite to full independence as a new church plant. He will also lead in planting other churches from the new church. North Boulevard will fully support the minister and the new church until it is mature and ready to stand on its own. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to join a church-planting renewal with the full support of a very large congregation committed to being used as a tool of God in a great world-wide spiritual awakening.

Position Description

First Church of Christ is seeking a full time Youth Minister to work with children ages Toddler – High School. The church is located in Hicksville, Ohio. Our church is a friendly church. We have great facilities including a family life center. We invite you to check out our church’s website, www.churchofchristhicksville.com, to get an overview of who we are, what we believe and for qualifications & responsibilities concerning this position. We are excited about the future and looking for someone that is ready to partner with us to accomplish God’s plan in Hicksville and the surrounding area.

Position Description

First Christian Church is seeking a dynamic personality to lead our Children’s Ministry (K-4thgrade) and be an essential member of our Family Ministry team. Responsibilities primarily include oversight, development and advancement of all ministry programming relating to children (K-4th). First Christian, located in the Piedmont Triad area of North Carolina, is a fruitful and faithful congregation of about 1300-1500 that is prepared to catapult to the next level of growth and ministry impact and the children’s/family ministry team will be an essential component to that success. A genuine passion for seeing children and families develop and mature in Christ is a must along with the desire to serve with excellence and participate in a positive team atmosphere. Compensation package is highly competitive and includes full time benefits. For more information and full job description, please contact Pete Ramsey, Family Minister, at peter@fccministries.com, 336.996.7388. Please be prepared to send a resume with references.

Position Description

Worship/Discipleship Minister Opportunity

Rocky Fork Fellowship is a young, dynamic restoration movement Christian Church in Hallsville, Missouri (near Columbia) that has grown steadily since inception in January 2007. Our simple mission of making disciples has led to typical Sunday attendance over 350.

Sunday morning worship services are comfortable, dynamic celebrations where people come as they are to connect with God and others. Biblical preaching with practical applications and challenges to grow are foundational with music as an integral part of our worship service. We are looking for a Godly man to join our ministry team as the full-time worship/discipleship minister. For more information about our church, visit www.rockforkfellowship.org.

We are looking for an Individual with four key qualities:
Dynamic personality – which connects well while leading worship and is energized by being with people either in large groups or one on one.
Team Leader –who is effective in leading a team of musicians, vocalists, tech personnel and small group leaders.
Passionate – about Worship, Small Groups and making fully functioning followers of Jesus Christ.
“All In” – willingness to commit to the God given mission of making disciples at Rocky Fork.

We have a solid pool of talented musicians and vocalists who know how to lead authentic praise. Our current youth minister has served at a previous church as their music minister and is doing double duty as interim music minister in this transition period. The team is strong, talented, flexible and ready to grow. Artists that most represent what you will find at Rocky Fork include Hillsong United, Chris Tomlin and the David Crowder Band.

As a church-in-a-box, we have quality mobile audio and video equipment that is well organized and maintained. Each year includes equipment upgrades. We are also blessed with a solid pool of audio and video technicians who are overseen by a Tech Coordinator and know their role is to support and help bring out the best in others.

Primary Worship Responsibility
A. Lead music for Sunday AM service(s) and facilitate the congregation’s participation in authentic worship.
B. Work with the senior minister & other involved ministry teams for weekly order of worship planning and production of thematically integrated services that may include media and other elements.
C. Lead and coordinate volunteer musicians and vocalists in preparing for Sunday AM services.
D. Lead music team rehearsals.
E. Recruit, schedule, develop, and mentor volunteer instrumentalists, vocalists, songwriters, and music leaders.
F. Lead the growth of a Music Ministry Team that fosters good communication and a strong sense of community among all musicians and vocalists.
G. Assist in the routine mechanics of a Worship Service such as setting up and tearing down equipment.
H. Participate in scheduled staff meetings and staff development times.
I. Become knowledgeable in lighting, sound, and presentation software, and be able to assist in these production components when needed.
J. Continued honing of personal musical proficiency.
K. Identify and introduce new songs that are fitting for worship at Rocky Fork
L. Assist Tech Coordinator on annual budget for Music Ministry.

Primary Discipleship Responsibility
A. Oversee, develop, coordinate and promote small group ministry.
B. Help to develop an assimilation process/ministry that includes discovering people’s spiritual gifts and finding ways to empower them to do ministry.
C. Develop short term studies that will serve as entry-level opportunities for a growing faith, Bible Studies, Small Groups and Serving opportunities.
D. Continual evaluation of the implementation of the entire RFF Process to ensure individuals are moving through the process effectively.
E. Constantly actively seeking to bring lost people into a relationship with Jesus. Making Disciples.

We will evaluate each candidate based on 3 C’s
Character
Maintains a dynamic, consistent and growing relationship with Jesus Christ
Is characterized in every aspect of life and ministry by purity, integrity and self-control
Is confident but humble – not thinking more highly of self than one ought

Chemistry
Commitment to and understanding of Rocky Fork’s mission, philosophy and doctrinal statements
Works well with others and known as a team player
Seeks constructive coaching from others for self and team improvement

Competence
Vocal and instrumental skills to lead a team of musicians and vocalists in high quality praise
Working knowledge of music structure to create layered and intentional energy dynamics in a song
Stage presence suited to lead the congregation in authentic worship

Salary: is based on experience: $43,000-$50,000

To Apply:
Please send your resume & DVD/video
Rocky Fork Fellowship
Attn: Worship Min Search
P.O. Box 55
Hallsville Mo. 65255

You may also send resume by email if your video is linked in the email:
worshipsearch@rockyforkfellowship.org

Contact us at:
worshipsearch@rockyforkfellowship.org
573-696-3810
www.rockyforkfellowship.org

Position Description

Principal Function:
The Student Minister is responsible for the planning, administration and promotion of the educational programming of the church for preschool through high school age. Since this is a large undertaking, recruiting, training and overseeing adult volunteers to “do the work of ministry” must be the student minister’s number one priority. Building a healthy children’s ministry if to be the focus.
Job Classification:
This position is a salaried, full-time position. The Buckeye Christian Church considers full-time as a minimum of 45 hours per week. See the staff handbook for an explanation.
Working Relationships:
The Student Minister reports directly to the Sr. Minister and is accountable to the elders and Sr. Minister.
Responsibilities:
1. Work with the appropriate church leaders to set goals, determine priorities, establish programs and coordinate a calendar that will lead the church to accomplish its mission to Reach, Restore and Reproduce.
2. Provide leadership for the educational part of the Student Ministry including Bible studies, discipleship training, and leadership development for the adult volunteers and students.
3. Oversee the recruiting and training of volunteers within the Student Ministry.
4. Give direction and supervision to the Ministry Leader and Coordinators.
5. Plan and promote activities, conferences and service opportunities that enhance the spiritual growth and development of the youth and children.
6. Communicate with parents often and include them when possible in the planning and brainstorming.
7. Encourage all ministry volunteers to use the proper communication tools and monitor Student Ministry information on the website to keep it correct and up to date.
8. Obtain accurate records for all events, activities and service projects being sure information is supplied to support staff so participation can be tracked.
9. Assist the Finance Committee in the development and oversight of the Student Ministry budget.
10. Keep abreast of the latest trends, methods and materials as related to religious education and administration of Student Ministry.
11. Accept other assignments made by the Sr. Minister, such as hospital visits, preaching, etc.
Requirements and Recommendations: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
The position of Student Minister:

• Requires a high school diploma.
• Requires a college degree.
• Any Student Minister should have at least completed an internship. It is preferable for any candidate to have a minimum of 3 years experience.
• Requires the ability to listen effectively and to communicate clearly, both orally and in written form.
• Requires ability to speak, read and write English.
• Requires basic ability to use computer software, such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Requires commitment to biblical Christian principles and teachings both professionally and personally.
• Requires exceptional speaking skills and the ability to speak confidently before groups.
• Requires quality leadership skills for the purpose of training and discipling volunteers.
• Requires exceptional administrative skills for supervision of a multi-faceted program and a large number of volunteers.
• Requires good health sufficient to discharge duties properly.
• Requires passing criminal, financial and sexual misconduct background checks.

Position Description

PURPOSE
The purpose of the Youth Minister position is to oversee all youth ministries and youth activities ensuring that the needs of the congregation are met regarding youth groups, Christian Education, Vacation Bible School, etc.

DUTIES/EXPECTATIONS
1. Be an active member of Community Christian Church.
2. Be a role model and an example for the youth in spiritual growth, attitude, language, and socially.
3. Plan, organize, prepare and lead youth activities as follows:
• Secure a director and oversee Vacation Bible School
• Jr. Church during worship service
• Weekend youth retreats/lock-ins
• Mission trips (including research of cultural, language and educational training prior to the trip)
4. Teach/lead a Sunday School class or be available to substitute.
5. Recruit and secure leaders/sponsors Jr. Church, Wee Worship and youth activities.
6. Review and obtain all Christian educational material according to CCC’s belief.
7. Promote camp attendance and work as a camp counselor for no more than two weeks.
8. Keep the youth and congregation informed of upcoming activities, including display pictures/information of activities on the youth bulletin board.
9. Establish and maintain office hours.
10. Visit sick/hospitalized youth and provide other support, as needed.
11. Attend the youth’s extra-curricular activities (e.g. ballgames, music recitals, plays, etc.)
12. Be accessible to the youth who have personal needs or problems
13. Call on youth who wish to be baptized and encourage them to grow in their faith.
14. Manage the youth budget, including helping to secure funding.
15. Attend Elder and church Board meetings.
16. Accountable to the Elders and church Board

DIRECTION OF MINISTRY
1. Be a visionary for the Youth Group and Christian Education program.
2. Develop a rapport with the youth and their parents.
3. Create/lead a vital youth program.
4. Communicate with youth/parents/congregation (by letters, newsletter, e-mail and/or phone calls as applicable).
5. Promote and participate in youth conferences and youth events.
6. Attend workshops and personal growth conferences to stay informed on new and effective ways to implement the youth ministry.
7. Encourage the youth to develop leadership abilities.

DESIRED CHARACTERICS/SKILLS
The kind of person whom we are looking for has creativity, energy and spirituality. He must be able to inspire our youth and rally the support of parents and the congregation to support the youth activities and programs. He must be fun-loving, young-at-heart and have a good sense of humor. He must have a strong background in the Christian Church.