Church Relations

INTRODUCTION

Seeking to fill the recently vacated position of associate pastor. Please review the following details about the job assignment which can be filled immediately. Those seeking to apply should submit a completed résumé, personal references, and a written testimony of their faith in Jesus Christ and calling to pastoral ministry. Employment is contingent on whether the candidate passes a background check and comprehensive screening.

CHURCH MISSION STATEMENT

Bluff Creek Christian Church exists to go into all the earth declaring the Gospel of Jesus Christ through making committed disciples, growing in grace and knowledge, and becoming an active part of his church by the power of the Holy Spirit to the glory of God the Father.

JOB SUMMARY

Bluff Creek Christian Church is seeking to hire a full-time associate pastor. The associate will serve as a general associate minister working in the various facets of our congregation (200 people). They will directly oversee both high school and middle school ministries. The associate pastor will work in conjunction with church leadership (elders and pastors) and will directly report to the lead/senior minister. The associate is expected to grow as a preacher and will be part of a preaching team. Courage and obedience to Christ are absolutely essential for any candidate desiring to be considered.

We are looking for someone who possesses a strong confidence in pursuing the biblical model of the church as defined in the New Testament regardless of ministry trends. We are committed to doing God’s work God’s way and want to be faithful in our labors so that more and more unbelieving people will be saved and grow into the fullness that a new life in Christ can become.

Bluff Creek is a healthy congregation and located in a growing community. Our campus has two buildings. The main building was built in 2012 and houses a multi-purpose auditorium with a contemporary worship setting. The property is located on a thoroughfare only a few miles from the new I-69 interchange. We are situated just minutes from Indy’s south side in the highly sought-after Center Grove School District. Our church is a multi-generational congregation that is experiencing tremendous unity. We are very

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supportive of each other and our leadership. The congregation has a family feel and is nearing its 200th year.

We have two other full-time ministers and a number of other church staff who serve together to form a wonderful team. We are looking for someone to join us; someone ready to stretch, grow, and stay a long time as the Lord leads.

COMPETENCIES & QUALITIES

• Administration
• Aptitude for Preaching and Teaching
• Christian Leadership
• People Development
• Good Communicator
• Self-Motivated
• Contagious Positive Spirit
• Grounded in the Use of Current Technology (Personal Computers, Programs, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Sincere Faith & Deep Devotion to Christ
• Biblically Sound Doctrine
• Excellent Christian Character
• Growing in Spiritual Maturity
• Good Emotional Health
• Strong Organization Skills
• Ministerial Degree

INQUIRIES

To apply, please email your résumé along with the items listed above to office@bluffcreek.org. For more information about our congregation, go to our website at www.BluffCreek.org.

West Lafayette Christian Church, located near Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN, is seeking a Family Life Minister (FLM) to join our ministry team.  The FLM oversees the church’s ministries to the students (grades 6th-12th), their families and the young adults (college-aged) of our church.  The FLM is also positioned to be part of our succession plan for the coming retirement of our Senior Minister.  Interested parties should submit a cover letter and resume to John Dittmer at john@wlchristian.org.  We will reply with an acknowledgment, comprehensive job description, questionnaire and requests for any additional information.

West Lafayette Christian Church, located near Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN, is seeking a Family Life Minister (FLM) to join our ministry team.  The FLM oversees the church’s ministries to the students (grades 6th-12th), their families and the young adults (college-aged) of our church.  The FLM is also positioned to be part of our succession plan for the coming retirement of our Senior Minister.  Interested parties should submit a cover letter and resume to John Dittmer at john@wlchristian.org.  We will reply with an acknowledgment, comprehensive job description, questionnaire and requests for any additional information.

First Christian Church in Roanoke Rapids, NC, is searching for our next Lead Minister who will help lead us in our desire to connect people with Christ and one another. First Christian Church is associated with the Christian Churches and Churches of Christ. We are a church that is vibrant but not charismatic, conservative but not legalistic, loving but not universalist, and puts a high emphasis on baptism and the Lord’s Supper. First Christian Church has an average worship attendance in the person of approximately 200, and many join us via Facebook, our website, and church app. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established, healthy staff, including a full-time church administrator, full-time youth minister, part-time director of children’s ministries, and part-time worship director. Visit our website at fccrr.org to learn more about us. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a love for the Lord, a desire to grow both spiritually and professionally, a love for people, a love for teaching and preaching God’s Word, and a desire to embrace our local culture and community. This candidate will demonstrate the fruit of the Spirit and have the qualities listed in 1 Timothy 3:2-7 and Titus 1:6-9. The candidate should have some experience leading a church staff.

Roanoke Rapids is located just off I-95 in a semi-rural community of approximately 14,000 people. Outdoor activities abound with the beautiful Roanoke River, Roanoke Rapids Lake, and Lake Gaston in our backyard. We are approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes from Raleigh, NC, Greenville, NC, and Richmond, VA. Therefore, great medical facilities, shopping, entertainment, and amenities are within easy driving distance. We are within driving distance of the world-renowned beaches of the Outer Banks of North Carolina and the beautiful mountains of both North Carolina and Virginia. Go to https://www.visithalifax.com to learn more about our community.

Please send resumes, links to sermons, and other materials to Jeff Smith, Elder, at rrednek@yahoo.com.

Impact Christian Church

Moon Township, Pennsylvania

Denomination: Christian Church (Non-Denominational)

Church Size: 900

Job Type: Full-Time

Website: www.impactpittsburgh.com

Job Description:

About Impact

Impact Christian Church is a casual and contemporary community of real people with everyday struggles, attempting to become more like Jesus. Our main desire is to help move people into an authentic relationship with Jesus by helping people experience the love of God in a real and personal way (Pursue God), sharing the hope of Jesus by serving people and our community with compassion (Share Hope), and building friendships in groups that find answers together to life’s challenges (Build Community).

We are very excited about our future. We are a growing church at an exciting time with our community center approach with The Landing.

Executive Pastor terms of employment

This will be a full-time position with benefits.

Executive Pastor role overview

The Executive Pastor is to lead the Impact staff to be able to resource and equip the various teams of Impact so they can help people take next steps with Jesus. The primary focus is on the church as a whole with the emphasis on shaping and coordinating the future vision of the church. This position leads the daily operations which includes the finance team, human resources, The Landing, special events, facilities, ministry teams, and communications.  This role also encourages the staff team to work cohesively and provides direction to the staff to complete the objectives of the Lead Pastor’s vision for the church. The ability to lead others to reach their potential in time, talents, and resources is valuable to this position. Skills include setting long-term strategy and direction, the ability to assess and manage high level risks (internal and external), handling multi-level communication and the key ability to develop people and teams.

The Executive Pastor will serve in a role to:

• Lead the mission of helping people take next steps with Jesus by developing disciples who make disciples by guiding people through The Core Steps.
• Protect and filter decisions through Impact’s communication plans based on our vision and values.
• Work collaboratively with the Lead Pastor to move strategic plans forward.
• Resource, guide, and empower the staff of Impact.
• Lead the way on culture building with the Impact staff.

The Executive Pastor will also be responsible for:

• Leading the staff
• Staff Development
• Facility Oversight
• Budgeting

Key characteristics desired:

• Anticipate/proactive thinking skills
• Creativity/innovation ability
• Perception/judgement skills
• Risk management ability
• Strategic thinking
• Vision capability

Please send resumes to our Executive Assistant, Lisa Cross, at lcross@impactpittsburgh.com or mail to her attention to Impact Christian Church, 330 Hookstown Grade Road, Moon Township, PA 15108.  Please no phone calls.

About the organization

Pana is a community located in central Illinois with a population of 5,800. Pana is a community that is making a turnaround with new industry and restaurants coming to town as well as a new PreK – 5th grade school that will open in the Fall of 2024.

The Pana Christian Church has been serving Pana since 1954 and is in good standing within the community. The church provides 2 worship services on Sunday mornings. A traditional service and contemporary service. We provide youth groups for both k-5th grade and 6th-12th grade as well as adult Bible studies on Sunday and Wednesday nights. We provide a food pantry that serves as many as 200 people per month. We also have a preschool that has been in operation for over 25 years. Our mission is to continue to grow the family of God through evangelism and discipleship.

About the position

We are wanting to hire someone whose primary responsibility will be ministering to our 6th-12th grade students. That will be accomplished through having weekly youth group meetings, outreach events, Sunday school, and developing relationships with the students and their families. We would also like to see the student minister develop relationships with the elementary age students by having light involvement within that ministry as well. We would also like to see the student minister involved in the life of the church outside of the primary responsibilities as well.

What are we looking for

We desire to hire a student minister who is a graduate of a Restoration Movement Bible College and has a minimum of 2 years of experience working with youth. The right person will have a heart for God and his people. A strong desire to see students come to and grow in Christ. We desire a person who is highly motivated and strives to do their very best. Most importantly we are looking for someone who has a servant’s heart who is willing to do the hard and unseen things in ministry.

Applicant’s next steps

Send a cover letter describing why you are the right fit for this position as well as a resume with 4 references. Please send all information to davealtman83@yahoo.com

This year-round position is defined as salary, full-time or 40 working hours per week. Expectation of attendance is for Sunday worship services, rehearsals with the Worship Team, and other special services including (but not limited to) Christmas, and Easter. The work is done cooperatively with the Lead Pastor and Worship Team. As part of the Leadership of the Church, the Worship Pastor is expected to advocate for the worship ministry and services. This role is not expected to be on stage week after week, but rather, on stage as needed and invested in the production and presentation of the whole church.

See more here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LBZ91UoPnDozQnJz1mDz5t5kWr-wScVQ/view?usp=sharing

The Associate Minister Position is first and foremost a team position.

This position is directly responsible for oversight of the efforts in guiding children and adolescents in their understanding of themselves and their faith. The duties include but are not limited to organizing youth events, retreats, teaching classes and other educational programs and communicating with the church staff and church family about faith education needs, as well as leading the effort in community outreach to grow the impact of our church in the community specifically targeted at youth and adolescents.

Central Christian Church of Bristol, Tennessee, is seeking its next Senior Minister. After 13 years of dedicated service to Central and the Bristol community, Pastor Mark Overton has indicated he plans to retire. Our intention is that our new Senior Minister will work alongside Pastor Mark for three to six months to ensure a God-honoring succession. Once the successor has been identified, an intentional plan will be developed for the leadership authority to shift between the two senior leaders with the exiting leader’s authority becoming less, and the incoming leader’s authority becoming more.

Founded in 1903, Central Christian Church is a Restoration Movement New Testament congregation. We are located at 424 Melrose Street, in Bristol, Tennessee – just a few blocks away from our local high school and middle school. In 2023, our average attendance was just over 200 per week. We currently offer two worship services each Sunday morning (9:00am Traditional, 10:00am Sunday School, 11:00am Contemporary). On Wednesdays, we have a church-wide fellowship meal at 5:30pm followed by classes for all ages at 6:30pm. We have benefitted from excellent staff stability in recent years and hope to see our positive momentum carried forward with our next Senior Minister. Our recently renovated Vision, Mission, and Values (VMV) are as follows:

Vision – Hope Changes Everything

Mission – Love God. Love People. Serve Both.

Values – Christ is Central. Scripture is Truth. Community is Vital. Spiritual Growth is Essential. The Next Generation is a Priority.

West Waynesboro Church of Christ
2212 Cortland Street
Waynesboro, VA 22980
Senior Minister Position

*Instead of a resume please email our Search Team Assistant, tcole@waypointchurchpartners, before April 30th to request the Ministry Prospects Questionnaire, indicating it is specifically for WWCC.

WWCC is a non-denominational Restoration Movement Christian Church seeking to reach lost people in our community for Jesus while also focusing on building disciples by providing life groups, equipping classes, and events for our church members. Through prayer, investing, and inviting we look to increase our outreach strategy to reach those that are willing to come and figure out who Jesus really is. Our motto is “Pointing People to Jesus”.

Pre-Pandemic we had an average attendance of approximately 125 in a single Sunday Service. We currently average 60 to 70. We also broadcast our services live on YouTube.

Waynesboro is located at the intersection of Shenandoah National Park’s Skyline Drive, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and the Appalachian Trail. Waynesboro is full of adventure, whether your tastes run toward biking, hiking, and scenic drives, or paddling and fly fishing in the trout-stocked waters of the South Shenandoah River. The friendliness of our Appalachian Trail Community shines throughout our walkable downtown, featuring the renovated vaudeville-era Wayne Theatre set among shops, art galleries, and restaurants peppered with murals from the annual Virginia Street Arts Festival.

Waynesboro has rich cultural amenities to experience the beauty and history of the Shenandoah Valley and Blue Ridge Mountains. Waynesboro has a population of 22,327. Some of the largest industries in Waynesboro are Professional Services, Restaurants, Builders and Contractors.

Our former Minister recently completed a 10-year ministry with WWCC, leaving on good terms to serve and lead a larger church in another state. We are searching for our next Senior Minister who will set and cast a vision for our future with the support of our Elders, Deacons, and two support staff.

Our Senior Minister will lead the congregation through relational ministry as well as solid, biblical teaching. We would love our next Senior Minister to demonstrate a heart for leading others into outreach, both globally and locally.

Our Senior Minister (and his family) will be well loved and ideally become an integral part of our WWCC family. WWCC has an adjoining parsonage available, though not a requirement for employment.

Visit our website at: www.westwaynesboro.com or West Waynesboro Church of Christ on Facebook.

Instead of a resume please email tcole@waypointchurchpartners.com before April 30th to request the Ministry Prospects Questionnaire, indicating it is specifically for WWCC.

Monticello Christian Church is seeking the next leader for our children’s ministry. You will be the primary communicator and creative champion of all things relating to reaching and teaching children and their families. You may be the right person if you can demonstrate passion for helping children learn to love Jesus and others, and instill enthusiasm in our volunteer teams toward playing a key role in developing the spiritual lives of the next generation.

Port Orange Christian Church (Referred to hereafter as POCC) Student Minister (6th-12th Grade)
Job Description Hours: (Full-Time) Approximately 40 hours per week

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
2. Be a member in good standing.
3. A desire to teach and mentor Students with patience and an accepting heart.
4. A desire to help the congregation, surrounding community and the unchurched encounter and grow in Christ.
5. Have an educational background in Christian Ministries, Biblical Studies, or a related field.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

– Ignite a desire for a genuine relationship with Christ and to equip Students for the spiritual battle they are in.
– Support the overall ministry of Port Orange Christian Church by leading Students and their families to follow Jesus.

– Encourage and equip parents to develop a Biblical worldview in their teenagers.
– Promote Scripture reading, study and memorizing, prayer, and personal Bible reading.
– To teach a Bible based curriculum and encourage a Biblical based life style among Students.

RESPONSIBLE TO:

The Student Minister is Responsible to the Elders of POCC, working directly under the supervision of the Senior Minister. The position of Student Minister is a fulltime responsibility with regular office hours Monday – Thursday as established by the Elders of POCC. Business or teaching responsibilities outside those of POCC must have the approval of the Elders of POCC. The position of Student Minister will be evaluated annually by the Senior Minister.

JOB DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

– Responsibility to provide the oversight and leadership of Student Ministries that include: Teen Classes & Bible Studies, Youth Service, Special Events, Camp, etc.
– Adapt and prepare curriculum for Student Ministry.
– Invite, train and empower volunteers to provide leadership within the Student Ministry Department. Recruit, background check, train, pray for, and involve new ministry volunteers. Follow up with people that indicate interest in volunteering with the Student Ministry Department.

– Maintain a monthly volunteer schedule that is available/sent to volunteers.
– Create and effectively manage the Student Ministry Budget.
– Maintain the Student Ministries environment, rooms, cabinets, and resources.
– Communicate consistently with parents as well as provide the tools they need for spiritual leadership. Oversee communication between the church, students, and families. Provide resources for parents and families as needed.
– Communicate weekly and meet monthly with Student Ministry leaders in order to build ownership and equip them to lead other volunteers.
– Create systems and events to thank and appreciate Student Ministry Volunteers.
– Create and/or maintain a Student Ministry “brand” within POCC, including a name, theme, décor, graphics, website, etc.
– Participate in weekly staff meetings and other meetings as scheduled.
– Work with other church leaders to make sure the guest experience is welcoming.
– Participate in general pastoral duties as needed (weddings, funerals, counseling, etc.).
– Be available to preach and teach the Bible when asked.

OTHER GENERAL EXPECTATIONS INCLUDE:

– Should always exhibit professionalism demonstrated by a well-groomed appearance, conscientious work ethic, be willing and able to work at a fast pace within a variety of settings and circumstances, with composure and flexibility.
– Should be ever conscious of the need for confidentiality.
– Should exercise discernment and wise judgment.
– Should be a person who gives attention to details with an eye for excellence.
– Should be a self-starter, good at multi-tasking and prioritizing projects.
– Endorse and support the local church and her mission.
– Maintain personal spiritual development through Bible reading, prayer, and Christian community.
– Be loyal to the vision and staff of POCC and always protect the unity of the church.

OUTREACH: Services for the community, developing new outreach opportunities, utilizing members’ skill sets (survey data), focusing on reaching neighborhoods.

ADULT EDUCATION: Sunday School, Sunday evening, Wednesday morning, New Christian Growth class. (teacher recruitment, teacher rotation, training, curriculum)

DISCIPLESHIP: Small groups, Men/Women fellowship, connections (pairs/quads/families) Believe, Belong, Become: (Assimilation to FCCM… baptism, membership, continued education, service)

CARE Marriage Enrichment: Parenting Empowerment, Premarital Program, Recovery Ministries (Grief Share, Divorce Care, Celebrate Recovery) Stephen Ministry, a program for volunteers making hospital calls/shut-ins, home recovery (short-term, long-term care), and outside referrals to counseling. Weddings/Funerals

PREACHING as planned with the Lead Pastor and pastoral team.

Experienced Leader

We are seeking a full-time minister that has graduated or is working toward a degree from a Restortion movement school, college or unniversity earning a minimum Bachelor Science or Arts degree in religious studies with an emphasis on pulpit preaching and teaching as well as possessing leadership skills.  They must be an immersed believer; having expressed their faith in the Triune God: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.  Skills in communicating accurate interpretations of the Bible with high morals and a God-fearing standard in leading Eastside Christian Church and its’ Ministry Teams.

The Christian Campus Foundation (CCF) at the University of Illinois (Urbana-Champaign) is seeking a full-time Director of Campus Ministry. Strong candidates will be spiritually mature, committed to historic Christian belief and practice, effective communicators with young adults, dedicated to evangelism and discipleship in a major university context, skilled at strategic planning and organizational management, and able to interact productively with churches and individual supporters.

Preferred qualifications will include post-graduate education, theological training, and successful experience in campus ministry. Given the history of CCF, preferential consideration will be given to those who affiliate with, or who are supportive of, the Stone-Campbell (Restoration Movement) tradition.

Initial financial compensation will range from $40K- $60K depending on qualifications and experience. If possible, responsibilities could begin during the spring 2024 semester. Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume (including three references) to director.search.2024@christiancampusfoundation.org.