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Draper Christian Church located in Eden, NC is offering an opportunity for a Senior

Minister. DCC was organized 89 years ago and has approximately 110 faithful members

that are dedicated to the continual growth of the church. We offer competitive

compensation that includes a beautiful parsonage that is spacious and modern.

Draper Christian is based on the belief of New Testament Christianity, including

partaking of the weekly Communion and Baptism for the remission of sin and

gift of the Holy Spirit.

DCC is seeking a Minister that is knowledgeable in the word of God and has the gift

of teaching and a talent of leadership. We seek a Minister that has a close

relationship with Jesus and will work diligently to grow the Lord’s Church.

Applicant Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree from one of the Christian or Church of Christ Bible Colleges
• 3-5 years preaching experience
• Experience in organization, leadership, Bible knowledge and having the ability to have interpersonal relationships with congregation and community

Responsibilities:

• Preach AM and PM services on Sunday
• Work with the Elders and Deacons
• Work with small staff
• Perform weddings and funerals and other pastoral care for the church family
• Be available to the congregation
• Establish office hours
• Provide counseling to the extent of your training

If interested in this full time ministry please submit:

• Letter of interest
• Resume
• 1 – 2 examples of recent sermons on DVD
• A letter of reference from a peer in the ministry and one from a recent member of the congregation that you serve

Please send information to Bernie Moore – email: trevimoore108@gmail.com – phone # 336-344-4909

Senior Minister Job Description

Kouts Christian Church (KCC) is a church family that seeks to LOVE GOD, LOVE OTHERS and SERVE THE WORLD for Jesus Christ.

Our desire is:

To LOVE GOD in such a way that everyone develops a deeper relationship with Him; a love for His word; and a love for prayer so that obedience and service are the norm.  When we come together to worship, our love for God is expressed with such passion and creativity that those who don’t know God will want to.

To LOVE OTHERS so that we connect as Christ’s community of believers.  We explore opportunities to fellowship together.  We also seek ways to involve others outside our church community in our fellowship.

To express love in action by SERVING THE WORLD. We desire to serve others beyond our church community.  We serve others through individual, close relationships.  We also desire to serve the community as a church so that everyone can know that God loves them.  We desire to make it a priority to REACH PEOPLE for God through the good works that we do in His Name.  We encourage everyone to share their faith in creative ways to show the world their real need for Jesus. Everyone at KCC is responsible to reach others for Christ.

Description:  The Senior Minister has primary responsibility for preaching and teaching the Word of God and to provide leadership and vision to the Body in partnership with the Elders, Staff, Ministry Teams and Congregation.

Accountable to:  Board of Elders

Qualifications

The minister must be a member of a church affiliated with the Restoration Movement (RM), independent Christian Churches / Churches of Christ (nondenominational).  The minister must believe, without reservation:

1. In the full and final inspiration of the Bible, to the extent that it is to him the      infallible Word of God, and therefore the all-sufficient rule of faith and life,
2. In the deity and supreme authority of Christ,
3. In obedience to the Gospel,
4. In the edification of the Church and the restoration of its unity on the New Testament basis,
5. In a positive program of evangelism of the New Testament precepts,                      principles, and precedents.

Additionally, the minister will possess the following characteristics, qualifications, and/or credentials:

1. Passionately embodies God’s word and lives out the gospel in his daily life.
2. As a baptized (immersed) believer, fully understands and supports the scripture- based doctrines of the Restoration Movement.
3. Consistent spiritual moral character and lifestyle.
4. Competent in organization, administration and interpersonal relationships
5. Potential and desire to remain in a long-term (5 year minimum) ministry at KCC
6. Strong in biblical preaching with applications to everyday life.
7. Computer proficient, able to relate to and participate in social media in a manner that promotes, engages, and encourages the Congregation and others receiving the message.
8. Ordained in a Christian Church; Bachelor’s degree or higher from a Restoration Movement College, University or Seminary in a relevant field of ministry.
9. An unwavering love for Jesus Christ which in turn produces unconditional love for His people.
10. A minimum of 5 years of full time ministry experience that includes management of church programs and functions. Proven leadership in outreach to college students and young adults is a plus.
11. A high degree of self-discipline and self-motivation.
12. Possess team building and mentoring skills that will promote and enhance volunteers and paid staff efforts.
13. Communications skills, both written and oral, grounded in the Holy Bible that produce attention, clarity, and motivation.
14. A humble, “can-do” attitude.

Responsibilities

A.  Preaching/Worship

1. Consistently delivers easily understood, Bible-based sermons that are engaging, relevant and challenges those who hear to seek or deepen their relationship with Jesus.
2. Provide a focus on spiritual growth, discipleship, and Christian community.

      Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Exercise well-developed communication, including strong listening skills in order to clearly articulate the vision, mission, and strategies that will spiritually grow the church.
2. Prepare preaching/worship schedules in advance, coordinates and plans with worship leader and worship ministry team to ensure that worship services are    effective regarding content, style, structure and design.
3. Set aside specific time for study and preparation of the sermon weekly.
4. Create regular opportunities for people to respond to the message of Christ through evangelistic/discipleship messages

A.  Leadership & Leadership Development

1. Leads the Congregation by example and by teaching.
2. In partnership with the Elders, Staff, and Ministry Teams, is able to implement the vision and mission of the church.
3. Provides oversight to staff members that allow them flexibility to accomplish their responsibilities, focusing on overall goals.
4. In partnership with the Elders, adjusts to societal changes without compromising Christian doctrine.

      Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Work with Elders to maintain a compelling vision and acts as key implementation champion for the strategic plan.
2. Meet regularly with Elders to facilitate the work of the church.
3. Hold regularly scheduled Staff meetings and provides direction, support and encouragement to staff members.
4. Actively encourages congregational commitment and volunteerism in support of our mission and vision.
5. Show respect for and adheres to the decisions of the Body of Elders and follows by-laws and policy manual of the church.

C.  Outreach/Community Engagement

1. Promote evangelism by inspiring, equipping, and motivating the congregation to share the gospel with all in our community and others within our reach.
2. Seek to reach the unchurched in the community using innovative methods, through outreach and ministry activities.

      Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Engage and work with other ministries and organizations to serve the community.
2. Spend intentional time in the community.
3. Equip and mobilize the congregation in the role of evangelism and in the development of strategic outreach ministries and initiatives.

D.  Congregation Relations/Pastoral Care

1. Provide pastoral support and care of the congregation in partnership with the Elders.
2. Pray for, serve, and provide spiritual leadership to the congregation, staff and community.
3. Along with baptized (immersed) members of his immediate family, the minister will be expected to place membership with Kouts Christian Church.

      Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Care for the spiritual and physical life of the congregation through supportive listening, conflict management, and referral to other professionals.
2. Carry out hospital visitation and ministry to shut-ins in partnership with the Elders.
3. Conduct baptisms, premarital counseling, weddings, and funerals.

E.  Professional Development & Personal Growth

1. Continue to grow spiritually and is a lifelong learner.
2. Actively seek honest feedback and constructive criticism on a regular basis from the Elders, congregation, and others.

      Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Devote time to spiritual, mental, physical well-being through personal disciplines.
2. Attend courses, workshops, and conferences, as appropriate.
3. Attend a small group as a participant and/or lead a small group.
4. Participate in self-evaluation, in addition to Elder evaluations.

F.  Administration

1. Develop an annual plan in partnership with Elders.
2. Work within the administrative budget and maintain fiscal responsibility with the church resources.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Applying

Requests for the applicant packet must be emailed to: koutschristian@gmail.com.

Applicant packets (completed) must be emailed to koutschristian@gmail.com by        midnight, February 10, 2019.

Anyone applying for this position will be granting permission for background                checks (educational, references, financial (credit), criminal). These checks will              only be done if the applicant is chosen as one of the candidates for the position.

Remedy Christian Church is an Independent Christian church in a small community that has been resurrected. The church has been in existence for 117 years and has gone through major transition over the past 10 years including transitioning to its new name, Remedy Christian Church, just after Easter this year. The church was ready to close 10 years ago. By God’s grace, Remedy is growing with younger families, and has a great children’s ministry program and team. Remedy has very strong, biblically minded elders who have a God-given vision for the future. This vision includes hiring a worship minister who is called by God to build a strong worship team and experience, and build strong Christ-centered relationships at Remedy. We would be open to a part-time or full-time worship minister.

Worship Team

• Oversee all worship aspects and elements at Remedy Christian Church.
• Recruit, develop, and schedule worship team. Help recruit volunteers for the media/tech team.
• Cultivate a Christ-centered community by providing spiritual care and encouragement to the team.
• Communicate vision and purpose to team members.
• Help support and develop the student ministries worship team and the next generation of worship leaders.

Weekend Services

• Plan, organize, and be an enthusiastic presence for leading worship during the worship service. Currently we have one worship service.
• Work closely with Senior Pastor and tech team to develop elements of the service that will flow into a cohesive message and response.
• Exhort and encourage the church to be intentional worshippers.
• Stay current with new song selections, technologies and worship expressions.
• Provide leadership, schedule practices and promote good preparation.
• Knowing that worship is how many people learn doctrine, have an awareness of doctrinally correct music.

 Miscellaneous

• Meets weekly with the  Pastor for coordination of ministry as well as planning for upcoming events, developing and implementing vision for the various ministries of the church.
• Communicate with the elders any maintenance and repairs that need made.
• Develop tools for and regularly evaluate the ministry’s effectiveness.
• Faithfully attend staff meetings and other church functions.
• Provides direction to families for weddings and funerals, as called upon for service.

 Skills and qualifications:

• Live a life that demonstrates an intimate and growing relationship with Christ.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dedicated team player with positive attitude.
• Bachelor’s Degree from Restoration Movement Christian College.
• Agree with the doctrine and policies of Remedy Christian Church.
• Be committed to the vision and values Remedy Christian Church.
• Have adequate training both to handle the Word skillfully and implement a relevant and effective ministry.
• Be committed to a lifetime of learning and growth spiritually and vocationally.

Hickman Heights Christian Church is an independent, non-denominational rural congregation in western Indiana.  It is located 30 minutes from West Lafayette, Indiana (home of Purdue University), near the Illinois state line.  The church celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2012 and is active in community outreach, with a variety of area ministries.  The congregation also maintains a three-bedroom parsonage that is a half-mile from the church.  The church understands the need to be creative and innovative in reaching the current generation of unchurched individuals, while still holding true to the Biblical principles that have guided this church for over a century.

Currently, Hickman Heights Christian Church desires to obtain the ministerial services of a quality individual with a foundation of strong biblical and spiritual knowledge reflected daily throughout his faith and practice.  The ministerial candidate must hold a formal education from an accredited Bible college or university.  Salary is negotiable depending on experience.  The congregation is seeking to partner with a ministerial visionary who possesses strong professional skills in presentation, teaching, community outreach, leadership, and relationship building.

These are some of the expectations of the ministerial candidate:

• Have an on-going personal relationship with Jesus Christ and an active prayer life
• Build genuine relationships with individuals within the congregation and community
• Communicate regularly and effectively with the congregation in order to develop a shared vision of growth of the church
• Take an active role in our community through our schools and supported ministries
• See his role within the congregation as more than just a job
• Make it a priority to mentor and encourage youth as they grow to understand the role of God in their lives
• Hold members of the congregation accountable for sharing the work needed to reach those outside of the church
• Understand how to teach the Word of God in a way all can understand and apply

Additional information about the church and details about applying for this position can be found at the church’s website (hickmanheightscc.org) under the Ministerial Search tab.

We are looking for a young person wanting to make extra money, yet loves Christ and skilled in music theory.  Preferably a keyboardist or acoustic guitarist who can lead the congregation in contemporary, Spirit-filled, worship.  We will also consider an older person (30-55) with all the needed talent and skill mentioned above.   Our aim is to reach younger families with Hill-Song, Integrity, Elevation Worship, type music, and allow an atmosphere of worship to redefine who we are as a Church.  Very part-time 50-100 dollars each Sunday depending on skill level and vocal ability.  Call Pastor Tony for an interview.

The McKnight Crossings Church of Christ is actively seeking to hire a male or female full-time Children and Family Minister to work one-half time with grades 0-5, and one-half time with Students grades 6-12 to help us meet the vision of the Milestone Family Ministry program.

The vision of the Milestone Ministry is to navigate a common path for church and home, using an intentional team approach to encourage MX children and parents, to grow in Delighting in God, Encouraging One Another, and Serving Eagerly, from ages 0-18.

The primary focus of this position is to lead the kids Crossings Ministry (0-5th grade), while supporting the growth of the 6-12th ministry through building spiritually encouraging relationships with the teens and their families.

Apply online by going to  McKnightCrossings.org/teens.

Applications Due:  January 31

Questions should be directed to:  Eric McPherson, email to emcpherson@cfserve.org

The McKnight Crossings Church of Christ in St. Louis, Missouri, is actively seeking to hire a male or female full-time Student Minister for grades 6-12 to help us meet the vision of the Milestone Family Ministry program.

The vision of the Milestone Ministry is to navigate a common path for church and home, using an intentional team approach to encourage MX children and parents, to grow in Delighting in God, Encouraging One Another, and Serving Eagerly, from ages 0-18.

The primary focus of this position is leading the Student Ministry. while supporting the growth of the entire ministry.

Apply online by going to  McKnightCrossings.org/teens

Applications Due:  January 31

Questions should be directed to:  Eric McPherson, email to emcpherson@cfserve.org

Parkview Christian Church is an established church with an average attendance of 280. We are looking for a full time youth minister who will oversee Jr and Sr high school students. The youth minister’s primary responsibility will be to oversee all of the youth programs which consist of 7th – 12th grade. This would include teaching and coordinating all volunteers. The youth minister will also oversee an hour of Bible study on Sunday morning as well as Wednesday night youth activities. We are looking for someone who is organized, can develop student leaders and volunteers, is ready to be a team player, and able to work with staff and parents. A Bachelor’s degree and experience in a previous youth program is desired. An ability to assist in leading worship would be a plus, but is not required. This is a salary position with full benefits. Parkview Christian Church is in Wooster, Ohio with a population of about 25,000, about one hour south of Cleveland.

Please send resume to:

Attn: Brian White
Parkview Christian Church
1912 Burbank Rd
Wooster OH 44691

Bible-believing church of 200, looking for a Youth/Associate Minister to oversee the Sr. and Jr. High youth program, work with the existing Primary Children’s Director, and join the Sr. Minister and Elders in shaping the vision of the congregation. Occasional preaching, some calling and other duties according to the candidate’s abilities in addition to direct youth work.
Bible College degree or ministry experience preferred. 

We are an Independent Christian Church looking for a full time minister.  The majority of our congregation is mature in their faith and knowledge.  We are looking for a minister who is capable of feeding our current flock as well as new members who are just beginning their walk.  We need a minister with a heart for caring and connecting to his flock.  We are a rural congregation who treat our members as family.  We use the Bible as our only doctrine.  We offer a competitive pay and a parsonage with all utilities paid.

New Beginnings Christian Church in Tampa, Florida, a non-denominational evangelical church, has an immediate opening for a Senior Minister.  Interested persons should visit our website for more information and how to apply.

https://www.newbeginningscctampa.org/senior-minister/.

Please follow the directions on the website.

Thank you for your interest and calling.

Pastoral Search Committee New Beginnings Christian Church

New Beginnings Christian Church
4100 South Manhattan Ave
Tampa, FL 33611
813-837-3451
fax 813-831-1323
email PCS@newbeginningscctampa.org

Looking for a full-time Student Ministry summer intern that will work alongside our Student Minister. Duties will include assisting with Sunday Evening and Wednesday Evening FC3 KEKOA Student Worship. Assisting with weekly Student connection activities, Student Ministry summer activities, Student Mission activities and Church Camp at Camp Calvary Christian Assembly. All duties will be performed in conjunction with or under the supervision of our Student Minister. Housing will be provided along with a negotiable weekly salary.

Looking for a full-time Children’s Ministry summer intern that will work alongside our Children’s Ministry.  Duties will include assisting with Sunday morning, Sunday Evening and Wednesday Evening Kids Creek Children’s Worship.  Assisting with VBS programming, weekly children’s Dirty Hands Service Group, Children’s Ministry summer activities and Church Camp at Camp Calvary Christian Assembly.  All duties will be performed in conjunction with or under the supervision of our Children’s Minister.  Housing will be provided along with a negotiable weekly salary.

Lima Baptist Temple is an independent baptist church located in the town of Lima, OH. The church is led by Senior Pastor Al Elmore who came on as the Lead Pastor around 5 years ago. The church currently has one main worship service, while offering many different Sunday School groups during other hours each Sunday morning. Attendance currently runs around 600 each Sunday for their main service. Currently the church has one blended worship style service at 11:00a with different Sunday School groups that meet during the 10:00a hour. Lima Baptist Temple is a multigenerational church whose vision is “Where together we Go, Serve, and Love as we pursue a life-transforming relationship with Jesus Christ!” They are committed to reaching our neighborhoods and the nations with the love of Christ.

The church is seeking an experienced and dynamic person to lead our worship ministry. The right candidate will have a deep personal life of worship and the character and capacity to develop a church worship culture. Below are the requirements and responsibilities we have identified for this role:

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Worship Team

• Oversee all worship aspects and elements at Lima Baptist Temple.
• Recruit, audition, develop, and schedule praise team, choir, and orchestra members. Help Tech Director recruit for the media/tech team.
• Cultivate a Christ-centered community by providing spiritual care and encouragement to the team.
• Communicate vision and purpose to team members.
• Help support and develop the student ministries worship team and the next generation of worship leaders.

Weekend Services

• Plan, organize and be an enthusiastic presence for leading worship during the worship service.
• Work closely with the Senior Pastor and Tech Director to develop elements of the service that will flow into a cohesive message and response.
• Exhort and encourage the church to be intentional worshippers.
• Stay current with new song selections, technologies and worship expressions.
• Schedule teams and distribute music.
• Provide leadership for the choir, praise team, and orchestra in rehearsals and services.
• Work with Tech Director on visual elements of the service.
• Plan and implement any special worship events or programs; Christmas, Easter, Kids Choir, Student Led Services, conferences, etc. as called upon for service.

Miscellaneous

• Meets weekly with the Senior Pastor for coordination of ministry as well as planning for upcoming events, dreaming dreams, developing and implementing new vision for the various ministries of the church.
• Plans and submits a proposed annual budget for the Worship Ministry.
• Makes visits to prospective Worship Ministry members and hospital visits, as needed.
• Communicate with the Tech Director any maintenance and repairs that need made.
• Develop tools for and regularly evaluate the ministry’s effectiveness.
• Faithfully attend staff meetings and other church functions.
• This ministry description is a work in process and will be evaluated each year.
• Provides direction to families for weddings and funerals, as called upon for service.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Dedicated team player with positive attitude
• Live a life that demonstrates an intimate and growing relationship with Christ.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferable but not required.
• Agree with the doctrine and policies of Lima Baptist Temple.
• Be committed to the vision and values Lima Baptist Temple.
• Have adequate training both to handle the Word skillfully and implement a relevant and effective ministry.
• Be committed to a lifetime of learning and growth.

REPORTS TO: Senior Pastor