Church Relations

Part-Time Family Minister

Pathway Christian  Church

Job Summary
Pathway Christian Church needs a creative, energetic, Family Minister to cultivate an amazing Family ministry with the purpose to engage the families and give them the care and resources to see their children grow in Christ, to oversee and lead with some amazing volunteers.

Responsibilities 

Plan the weekly Pathway Kids program with volunteers.

Recruit and train volunteers in the Family ministry and engage parents, curriculum, lay out expectations for where you are going and how-to bring others with you, develop close relationships with safe boundaries, do not be afraid to try new things.

Plan outings and trips.

Participate in all planned leadership meetings and keep a balance of regular office hours plus be out in the community.

Work alongside church leadership and other ministry leaders in prayer, planning, coordination, budgeting, and evangelistic efforts of the greater mission of Pathway Christian Church agree with beliefs of the Restoration Movement.

Nurture one’s own spiritual and professional development through personal time in prayer, scripture, study, weekly participation in a Life Group, and continuing education opportunities. Be motivated and action oriented, and able to pass a background check.

Evaluate the Family Ministry and provide improvement steps on a regular basis.

Please send resume to Mike:mypccinfo@gmail.com

Full-Time Student/Worship

Job Summary
Pathway Christian Church needs a creative, energetic, and musically skilled Worship Minister/Youth Minister who works with the Preaching Pastor to cultivate worship services and a worship team that lead our congregation to encounter the greatness of God in Jesus Christ, in the power of the Spirit and to cultivate an amazing Family and Student ministry with the purpose to engage the families and give them the care and resources to see their children and teens grow in Christ, to oversee and lead with some amazing volunteers.

Responsibilities

Plan with the Preaching Pastor the weekly Sunday 10:30am worship service, choosing songs that engage the congregation and support the reading and preaching of God’s Word. Plan the weekly Pathway Student program with volunteers.

Model and lead heartfelt worship in an invitational style that draws people in, encourages participation, and points people to Jesus. Recruit, audition, teach, and train musicians in the church to serve the congregation as a team with musical skill and humility.

Recruit and train volunteers in the Student ministry and engage parents, curriculum, lay out expectations for where you are going and how-to bring others with you, develop close relationships with safe boundaries, do not be afraid to try new things.

Lead weekly rehearsals that serve a dual purpose: (A) preparation for Sunday and (B) cultivation of Christ-centered community within the worship team.

Enter songs into EasyWorship and report song use to SongSelect on a weekly basis. Preferably play guitar.

Plan outings and trips, engage in relationship with schools.

Participate in all planned leadership meetings and keep a balance of regular office hours plus be out in the community.

Work alongside church leadership and other ministry leaders in prayer, planning, coordination, budgeting, and evangelistic efforts of the greater mission of Pathway Christian Church agree with beliefs of the Restoration Movement.

Nurture one’s own spiritual and professional development through personal time in prayer, scripture, study, weekly participation in a Life Group, and continuing education opportunities. Be motivated and action oriented, and able to pass a background check.

Evaluate the Worship/Student Ministry and provide improvement steps on a regular basis

Please send Resumes to mypccinfo@gmail.com

Sherwood Oaks Bloomington West Campus is seeking a full-time Youth Minister.  The primary role of this position is to grow a youth program that leads junior high and high school youth to Jesus Christ. A key focus of the position includes developing positive relationships with the families of youth as well as the entire congregation to establish a community that supports and pours into our youth. Prior experience is desired. If you would like more information, please contact Nate May  nmay@socc.org.

Swiss Cove is a great place to be. We’re located about halfway between Jacksonville and St Augustine. The worship culture is really fun. The congregation, and the band, both love to have a good time and enjoy exciting upbeat worship. The band is skilled, and we’re working on developing more vocalists. We need a strong leader who can disciple, develop, lead, and organize the team. If you were to come on board, your primary responsibility would be to lead worship on Sunday mornings and minister to the team. We have 2 services that are both live-streamed each weekend, and we also run a Facebook Premiere at 8 pm on Sunday evenings (which is a rebroadcast of Sunday morning). We use Planning Center to organize the band, Abelton Live to run click, tracks, and lighting, and just finished up a major renovation in the worship center.

New Castle Christian Church in New Castle, Virginia is seeking a full-time minister.  We are a small rural community in the mountains of western Virginia about 30 miles from Roanoke.

This is a full-time position, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Preaching two Sunday morning services (contemporary and traditional)
• Establishing and leading a Sunday evening study/prayer/worship time
• Establishing and leading a Bible study time one evening each week
• Assist in growing our youth ministry
• Visiting shut-ins at home and in nearby facilities as needed
• Maintaining availability through regular office hours and by phone
• Taking part in most church activities

This will be a shared leadership between yourself and the elders.  We need your help in growing a congregation of believers who love GOD, love others and seek to be disciples as we are making new disciples.

Send your resume, cover letter and references to:

Dean Cole

133 Wild Cat Hollow

New Castle, VA  24127

Or e-mail to:  gindean1@gmail.com

Midway Christian Church, Winder, GA is in search of our next Preaching Minister. We are looking for a Lead Pastor who is an authentic, honest, humble, and devoted leader to the body of Christ. This person will be a leader who embraces a vision and who will lead and empower both staff and lay leadership to serve and support this vision in God-honoring ways. Midway is located in the fast-growing region between Atlanta and Athens. The right candidate will be able to lead in evangelism and outreach to the community. Salary is negotiable and housing allowance is available.

Think you would be a great fit for this role? Become a candidate below.

Email Rick.Shonkwiler@myccl.org with resume. Use “Midway” in the subject line.

Text 859.653.0692 for job description and more information. Leave your name and email.

FCC is a multi-generational church in Springfield, Ohio, with a mission of helping people find and follow Jesus. We seek to live out our mission by transforming our world one family at time by targeting men, investing in women, and engaging the next generation.

Position: Full time, exempt

High School & College/Young Adult Minister

Position description:

The High School & College/Young Adult Minister will oversee and coordinate all areas in the High School and College/ Young Adult Ministries. The mission of the High School and College/YA Ministry is to provide a culture of disciple-making where students are taught about Jesus, trained in truth, discipled in obedience, equipped to serve Him and to belong to His church.

This role is part of the Next Generation Ministry Team (Next Gen) whose vision is to partner with families, build authentic faith, and develop influence. The person in this role will have a willing heart desiring to submit to the leadership of the Team Lead, Senior Leadership and FCC Board of Elders.

Reporting:

This position reports directly to the Next Gen Team Leader

Expectations:

• A desire to:
  • function as part of a healthy, compassionate ministry team.
  • align the high school and college/young adult ministries around FCC’s mission, vision, and values.
  • develop people, teams, and systems in an organized way to contribute to the growth of the family of FCC.
  • work with the Next Gen Team Leader to create a healthy work/life balance.
  • be a part of an intergenerational congregation and recognizing the need to personally attend corporate worship.
• A willingness to jump in as needed, and be a helpful, positive, contributing member of the team.
• Lead the High School and College/Young Adult Ministry as the church seeks to instill a deep-rooted faith in the lives of students.
• Encourage High School and College students to find and follow Jesus through biblical teaching, teaching, discipleship, evangelism, and service.
• Be a guardian of student safety in both practice and perception.
• Remain current on curriculum and other ministry trends for this generation of students.
• Work with a core leadership team to help plan and lead in the high school and college/young adult age ministries.
• Partner with families to develop spiritually healthy homes.
• Create and implement intentional pathways for High School and College/Young Adults to become connected to and serving within the church and the world.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with parents, involving them in all aspects of the ministry.
• Communicate regularly with staff, volunteers, students, and their families.
• Attend weekly corporate worship

Character:

• A committed and growing relationship with Jesus fueled daily by time in His word and prayer
• A commitment to the personal conduct of a Minister/Leader as described in Timothy, Titus and throughout scripture.
• Initiative to go beyond expectations (driven by a desire to work as for the Lord rather than men). This initiative is also to be guided by respect for the family in which God has placed you.
• Respect the culture, values, structure, roles, and individuals of the team.
• Honoring God by honoring His mission to “help people find and follow Jesus”.

Competency:

• Two- or four-year degree from an accredited college. (Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Bible college is preferred).
• At least three years’ experience in student ministry is preferred.
• Knowledge of spiritual formation for teenagers and young adults is essential.
• Working knowledge of the Bible
• Current in ministry trends for this generation of students.
• Experience in team building and vision casting.
• Demonstrated experience in successful volunteer recruitment, leadership, and training.
• Volunteer development:
  • Recruit, interview, train, and place new volunteers into ministry roles that match their abilities.
  • Be the primary communicator while working with current teaching team.
  • Equip and oversee volunteers for midweek, and weekend environments for students in addition to other church activities.
  • Meet with volunteers regularly.

Chemistry:

• Plugged into the culture of FCC.
• A desire to listen, and ask questions of leadership, fellow staff, attendees, and our community to best express FCC’s heart in your ministry.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Be an active part of the Next Gen Ministry Team.
• Develop a plan for your ministry that embraces the Mission, Vision, and Culture of FCC.
• Function as primary oversight and planning lead of all High School and College/Young Adult Ministries.
• Partner with Middle School Minister to continue building and growing connections between middle and high school ministries.
• Implement Orange Strategy with large group and small group components.
• Responsible for small groups – recruiting, training, discipling, and multiplying both leaders and participants.
• Partner with FCC Local and Global Missions to provide opportunities to serve, recognizing the need for an evangelistic approach to outreach.
• Provide retreats, conferences, and camps specifically for students.
• Manage and oversee budget as it relates to this ministry.
• Request background checks and Teacher Approval/Statement of Faith for volunteers in accordance with established procedures.
• Track and document attendance, including members, regular attenders, and visitors.
• Participate in regular ministerial duties such as hospital calling, pastoral care, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desirable skills:

• Strong organizational skills
• Team-oriented
• Relationally minded
• Excellent time-management skills and attention to detail
• Ability to make decisions and organize from a big-picture perspective
• Problem-solving skills
• Experience with Pro Presenter is preferred
• Proficient in MS Office
• Technical experience desired

Jerome Christian Church (JCC) in Greentown, Indiana is calling for applications for a Lead Minister to come alongside our current staff. This position would be similar to that of a Campus Pastor. However, JCC has only one building. We currently average 250-300 in weekly attendance and are growing.

As an essential leader within our staff, the Lead Minister would be directly accountable to the Elders. JCC has a staff-led, elder-supported leadership with four full time staff (Preaching Minister, Youth Minister, Children’s Director, Administrative Assistant) and four part time staff (Worship Director, Sound Technician, Building Maintenance, and Communications Director). Together the TEAM (Together Elders And Ministers) leads the church.

Presently, we have a Senior Minister of 14 years fulfilling the role of Lead Minister, but he will be retiring.

The applicant must be ordained, hold a bachelor’s degree from a Christian college. Ten (10) years church leadership experience is preferred.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Work with the Elders as a catalyst for vision casting and oversee the implementation of strategies to achieve JCC’s mission
• Develop and maintain discipleship programing, providing growth opportunities for the body beyond Sunday morning worship, guiding the spiritual development of the membership
• Act as JCC’s point of contact for all questions regarding the church, its doctrine, activities, etc.
• Develop and oversee a comprehensive strategy to fulfill the church’s mission throughout the week in conjunction with the Sunday morning service
• Lead the entire ministerial staff, being a mentor to each team member for their continued job development and spiritual growth, fostering unity and support among the team
• Open Sunday morning worship, when needed, with announcements and prayer
• Deliver sound, doctrinal preaching up to 8 times a year and teach in areas such as Sunday School, Wednesday nights, small group, etc.
• Assist the elders with the community care needs of JCC, including hospital, home, and care facility visitations
• Lead and train others in evangelistic calling, encouraging decisions for Christ
• Perform daily administrative duties

Those interested may inquire by contacting the search committee via email at BenJamminReed@gmail.com.

Identity
We’re ordinary people helping each other become faithful followers of Jesus.

Mission
To influence people who think God is irrelevant and encourage them as Jesus transforms their lives.

Vision
Believe it…Grow it… Send it…

The Children’s Minister, working in conjunction with the staff and appointed leadership will act as a catalyst in equipping our children (birth-5th grade) to fully experience the life change and transformation offered through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ by ministering the Word of God through engaging teaching and programing which focuses on equipping them in the beginning stages of their journey of spiritual growth by laying the foundation for a Kingdom focused transformational life.

Overview

• This position does not have a defined schedule, in that there are no set office-hours.
• While there is no defined schedule, the average weekly time allotment needed to fulfill required tasks is +/- 40 hours.
• The Children’s Minister will serve as the head of the Children’s Ministry team.
• The Children’s Minister reports directly to, and operates under the guidance of the appointed Elders.
• A performance evaluation by the Elders will occur on an annual basis.

Requirements

• Must be able to relate well with leadership, staff, members, volunteers, and guests.
• Must be a flexible and teachable team player and leader.
• Must have the ability to accomplish assigned tasks utilizing highly developed communication (written and verbal), project management, time management, and collaboration skills.
• Must have the ability to perform high quality, detailed work with minimum supervision within assigned deadlines.
• Must have the ability to think strategically while staying focused on the accomplishment of current ministry priorities.
• Must have the ability to handle confidential matters and material with professional excellence.

Responsibilities

• Effectively present the Word of God through effective teaching and programs.
• Effectively articulate the identity, mission, and vision of Lane Christian Church.
• Collaborate with ministry staff to provide for the needs of the congregation and community; weddings, funerals, baptism’s, counseling, ministry programs etc.
• Participate in the building of an effective team-based ministry environment, where the players are mutually accountable, mutually encouraging, and ministry focused.
• Participate in the new/perspective members gatherings.
• Facilitate the spiritual growth of the children’s ministry team, helping in the formation of committed disciples, by identifying, equipping, and releasing an army of child-focused servant-leaders who play their part in carrying out the ministry of the church.
• Lead weekly youth group meetings and lead weekly junior church program.
• Attend monthly leadership meetings, providing up-to-date ministry status reports.
• Compile the annual Children’s ministry budget and submit it to the finance committee.
• Develop, promote, and coordinate a balanced and cohesive children’s ministry program.
• Secure and coordinate volunteers for the Children’s ministry team.
• Be an advocate for the children, educating and engaging the congregation concerning the ministry plans and needs of children in our congregation and community.
• Perform other duties “as assigned” by the Elders.

Challenge

The greatest challenge relating to this position will be to recruit, build, train, and empower team members for effective Children’s ministry, bringing a new/enhanced and sustainable vision for this ministry to life.

Opportunity

Lane Christian Church is positioned well for continual growth. High level leadership, excellent facilities in a strategic location puts us in a place for effective ministry and continued growth. As a regional church we’re positioned to impact a wide geographic area, encompassing people of diverse educational and economic backgrounds. We have the potential to be a church that influences others as we strive to be an example of service, community, faith, and relevance.

Student Ministry Leader – Prospect | Southeast Christian Church

Are you the passionate Student Ministry Leader we’re looking for with a desire to reach, lead, and disciple the next generation of Christ followers?

This Is Us

We’re a growing, multi-site, Bible-based community in the greater Louisville area with a passion for connecting people to Jesus & one another. We value:

• Connection over production (John 15:5).
• Risk & adventure over safety & comfort (John 3:8).
• Innovation over tradition (Luke 5:19).
• Personal engagement over attendance (Luke 9:62).
• Expressive worship over religious rituals (Luke 7:38).

Does This Sound Like You?
Are you called to Student Ministry with a gift to teach age and cultural appropriateness, have an adaptable personality, and a collaborative spirit?

What You’ll Actually Be Doing:

• Develop and implement weekly student programming for High School and Middle School, in both large group and small group settings.
• Shepherd, lead, disciple, train and empower a base of volunteers to disciple students.
• Come alongside parents and equip them to disciple their children on a daily basis.
• Attend and participate in all appropriate staff and team meetings.
• Participate with the campus staff in on-going outreach to the community.
• Participate in weekend services with baptisms, communion meditations and announcements when needed.
• Develop and maintain annual budget for student ministry.
• Oversee/plan volunteer worship (music) team for services.
• Collaborate and communicate with SECC student ministries at other campuses.
• Pastor High School and Middle School students as evidenced by visiting schools and personal visitations as needed during crisis situations.
• Develop, oversee and lead local outreach opportunities for students, as well as, domestic and (possibly) international mission trips.

Our Must Haves:

• Able to communicate in a large group setting that is relevant to the age demographic in attendance for the purpose of growing fully devoted disciples of Jesus.
• Willingness to be mentored and coached to improve as a pastor, preacher/teacher and leader.
• Knowledgeable of social media currently used by High School and Middle School students.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership and shepherding skills.
• Previous youth ministry and volunteer recruitment experiences in a growing church.
• Thorough understanding of and passion for Biblical discipleship.
• Highly relational and strong people skills.
• Experienced in leading and developing a team.
• Strong work ethic and team player.
• Ability to generate leadership respect and focus a room of Middle School and High School students.

Required Education, Experience, and Membership:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Ministry preferred.
• Must be ordained or willing to seek ordination.
• 3-5 years of experience in Student Ministry or related field preferred.
• Engaged member, or willing to become a member of Southeast Christian Church who supports the Statement of Faith, submits to the leadership established by the church, and lives out our church mantra in tangible ways.

If this gets your heart excited, apply now

Fillmore Christian Church
Pastor Job Description
Job Title: Senior Pastor
Reports To: The Elders
Position Status: Full-Time
Purpose:
The Pastor is responsible to the church for proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ, for using his skills in
administrative leadership, for engaging in pastoral care ministries to meet the needs of persons in the church
and in the community, and to serve as a church board member.
Responsibilities:
• Set as a guideline of personal behavior the standard required in I Timothy 3:1-7 and I Peter 5:1-4.
• Provide administrative leadership for the total church program in conjunction with the church elders.
• Maintain a regular program of study to enable himself to plan and conduct meaningful worship
services.
• Prepare for and conduct worship services; lead in following the church constitution and by-laws;
and, lead the church in proclaiming the gospel to the church and community.
• Visit members and prospects and lead the membership in a visitation program.
• Supervise other members of the church staff according to staff organization.
• Conduct premarital, vocational, family, bereavement, counseling sessions, etc., as needed. Advise
other professional help when necessary.
• Perform wedding ceremonies and conduct funeral services.
• Work with elders, deacons, church officers, and committees in performing assigned
responsibilities. Be available for and lead in training as needed.
• Serve as a representative of the church in civic matters.
• Serve as the leader in seeking to win the unsaved and un-enlisted; lead the membership in soulwinning training.
• Serve on the church board in planning, organizing, directing, coordinating and evaluating the total
church program.
• Perform other duties as necessary/required by elders and church board.

Big Hill Christian Church

Title:                                      Worship Leader

Reports to:                            Chairman of Elders

BHCC Mission Statement:

Big Hill Christian Church is a body of believers dedicated to worshipping God, building up the family, and bringing the lost to Christ.

BHCC Vision:

We see Big Hill Christian Church as a welcoming, spirit-filled, multi-cultural church that is constantly growing and impacting our city and the surrounding communities by sharing the love of Jesus Christ through a dedicated, passionate commitment to the Great Commission found in Matthew 28:18-20.

See also: https://www.bighillcc.org/beliefs

Our Worship Minister Will:

Effectively and consistently coordinate all aspects of Sunday morning worship including instrumental and vocal services, prayer, offerings, communion, preaching, multimedia, and drama to enable those in attendance to experience the love of God.  The Worship Leader’s objective is to encourage people to accept Jesus Christ as God’s son and strengthen the Christian faith and maturity of those in attendance.

BHCC Worship Minister Expectations:

1. Lead worship during Sunday morning worship services utilizing musical instruments and singing as necessary & appropriate.
2. Recruit, equip, and mentor instrumental and vocal talent within the church.
3. Organize logistical needs for worship, such as:
   • Coordinate team elements and order of service
   • Coordinate music and scripture readings, based on sermon theme
   • Generate lyric and order of worship sheets (via Planning Center)
   • Oversee development of Media Shout presentations
   • Develop worship team rotation plan for traditional and contemporary services
   • Organize and prepare all sanctuary audio, video, and computer equipment for worship
   • Organize and prepare all sanctuary space for worship
4. Plan worship sequence for both Sunday morning services (one traditional & one contemporary) via Planning Center Online.
5. Lead & coordinate rehearsal with worship team vocalists and musicians during the week prior to Sunday services.
6. Lead & organize other worship experiences such as concerts, occasional Sunday evening services, choirs, or youth and children’s events.
7. Comply with Board of Elder and Deacon established BHCC policies and procedures.
8. Attend staff meetings and identify opportunities to enhance worship methods as needed.

The Successful Applicant Will Possess the Following Characteristics/Abilities:

1. Belief in Big Hill Christian Church’s Mission and Vision Statements.
2. Willingness to become a member of BHCC.
3. Strive to live a lifestyle that exemplifies the nature and character of Jesus Christ
4. A team-minded leader who is flexible, friendly, and honest. Willing to communicate one-on-one and in groups, fielding questions and responding to complaints, as well as able to foster sound relationships, present a professional image, and effectively deal with potentially sensitive topics.
5. Willingness to support multi-generational worship experiences.
6. Two years of experience in a similar position is preferred.
7. Knowledge of basic computer skills.
8. An experienced instrumentalist with vocal talent
9. Ability to write reports and communicate effectively.
10. Ability to work independently.
11. Maintain current technical and professional knowledge through an awareness of worship methods and trends.

Seeking a new senior minister for congregation in a fast-growing city in north-central Florida.  Preaching, teaching, leading, working with elders and deacons to expand outreach.  Church is debt-free.  Good facility in excellent location for growth.  Full-time church coordinator and part-time seniors director currently on staff.  Please contact us for a compete job description and details.

Senior Minister’s Job Description

1. Demonstrate a healthy, strong work ethic, which maintains a balance between office time, visitation, pastoral care, and community involvement.

2. Plan, develop, and deliver messages on Sunday mornings and evenings; as well as mentor other church leaders in the art of preaching and teaching.

3. Teach Sunday School or a Home Study Group, as determined by the Elders. Service in this capacity should be open to flexibility and change.

4. The Senior Minister’s administrative responsibilities include:

a. Supervise and mentor staff  or any other staff  which may be hired in the future.

b. Working with the staff to see that the church bulletin, directory, and calendar are updated and published in a timely manner

c. Work closely with the various Ministry Team Leaders.

d. Oversee the training and equipping of the present and future church leaders.

5. Be responsible, along with paid and volunteer staff, for visiting hospital patients, shut-ins, and church family members.

6. Develop an ongoing evangelistic program that includes community outreach, personal evangelism training, visitor follow-up, and new member orientation.

7. Provide pastoral care, conduct memorial services, and perform wedding ceremonies.

8. Work closely with the Elders on any special projects/programs as deemed necessary by mutual consent with himself and the leadership.

9. Work with the church’s leadership to develop a strategy that will enable the church family to have a strong, viable future. He must be a visionary.

10. Accountable to the Elders for maintaining his moral, ethical, and spiritual integrity.