Pastor of Ministries

Loudonville Community Church is a nondenominational evangelical church located in the capital district of New York.  We are currently seeking qualified Pastor of Ministries.  Qualifications include a master’s degree in theological education or ministry, as well as five years experience in ministry leadership.  Qualified candidates will be capable preachers with strong gifting in organizational and ministry leadership. 

Interested applicants should send a resume and a preaching tape/CD to Loudonville Community Church, Attn:  Pastor Search Committee, 374 Loudon Rd., Loudonville, NY, 12211. 

Senior Pastor

Berean Bible Church in Green,New York is looking for an experienced pastor to help equip the saints for the work of the ministry.  He shall be faithful in the exposition of Scripture so that the congregation may grow in their understanding and application of the Word of God.  He must be capable of guiding an established staff and committed volunteers in fulfilling our mission of "making disciples' by leading people to passionately follow Jesus.  He must be approachable as a spiritual leader, and shepherd the flock. 

Ideally the candidate will have a Bachelors degree with a Post Graduate degree.

Interested people should send a resume to:

Search Team
Berean Bible Church
109 County Rd 32
Greene, NY 13778

Contact person - John Whitbeck  
607-656-8616
creppard@stny.rr.com

Associate Pastor of Family Ministries

Grace Bible Church in Akron, Ohio has an opening for an associate pastor.  Interested candidates should contact:

I. Qualifications:

• Must be a born again believer.
• Must embrace the beliefs of Grace Bible Church as documented in the Grace Bible Church statement of faith.

• Should have a desire to be growing and maturing in the fruit of the spirit as outlined in Galatians 5.
• Must be a member of Grace Bible Church.

II. Interpersonal Skills:

• Be a colleague in ministry with the Pastor and other staff members.
• Exhibit and practice good listening and communication skills.
• Should value the input and camaraderie of all servants co-laboring on behalf of the church.
• Be willing to foster deep relationships with the families within the scope of Family Ministries.

III. Organizational Skills:

• Facilitate the formation and articulation of ministry philosophy and direction.
• Facilitate and organize the implementation of duties.

IV. Ministry Responsibilities:

• This ministry requires full time performance.

• Provide overall leadership and vision of Family Ministries.

• Teach a Sunday morning ABF geared toward young married families.
• Share preaching responsibilities. Minimum of 12 Sunday’s preaching first year.
• Support the pastoral staff members in carrying out the ministry of the church; help as needed with administrative tasks and special projects.

• Participate in staff meetings.
• Conduct wedding ceremonies.
• Provide premarital and marital pastoral counseling as needed.
• Coordinate outreach activities and visitation to church members.
• Oversee college ministry.

V. Accountability:

• The Pastor of Family Ministries will report to the Elder’s/Leadership Team of Grace Bible Church.
• Participate in the Elder’s/Leadership Team meetings as a non-voting member.

VI. Educational and Experience Requirements:

• An educational achievement of a Master of Divinity or Master of Theology.
• Ministry experience required.

GRACE BIBLE CHURCH
5781 Manchester Road
Akron, OH 44319
Phone:  330-882-4416

Interested applicants may submit their job application and resume to me via email:  Jshaffer52@aol.com or via mail: 

Joan Shaffer, Administrator, Grace Bible Church, 5781 Manchester Road, Akron, OH  44319.  

Pastor (updated)

First Baptist Church in Valparaiso, IN is seeking a pastor who is an experienced, licensed or ordained Minister possessing a willingness to follow Baptist doctrine, policy, and procedures. Other qualifications are:

• Educational training should be collegiate, as well as theological
• Ability to preach, teach, counsel and communicate with all age levels with proficiency;
• Experience with incorporating innovative programs that enhance worship and growth in church ministries and membership.
• Moral and ethical conduct which is above reproach
• Good leadership and administrative skills

Interested pastors may contact:
Les Fleenor, Chairman
Pulpit Committee
First Baptist Church
2205 N Campbell St
Valparaiso, IN 46385
ilfleenor@verizon.net
219-462-3918

Senior Pastor

Denomination: North American Baptist
Church Size: 150
Church Polity: Congregational Rule
Job Status: Full Time

Oak Street Baptist Church is located in Burlington, Iowa, a city with many beautiful parks on the bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River and Illinois. Our church reaches out into SE Iowa and Western Illinois with 120-150 in weekly worship attendance. Our church was established over 140 years ago, but we eagerly desire to continue to preach and teach the gospel to the lost and make disciples who can in turn continue making disciples. We reflect a wide variety of ages physically and spiritually, but are united in desire to experience healthy spiritual growth in our own lives and that of our community.
We prayerfully seek the Lord’s replacement for our vacant Senior Pastor position. We seek a senior pastor who will be a godly leader with an approachable spirit who will shepherd the flock with humility and gentleness and will lead by example. He needs to be able to preach and teach scripture clearly, make it applicable to every day life, live it himself, and teach the congregation to also live
out God’s Word so we can impact our community and world. Though we have no other full time pastoral staff in place but have many volunteers effectively carrying out a variety of responsibilities in youth, children, adult, women and men’s ministry, music, CE, etc.
Preferred Job Credentials: Minimum of Masters in Theology or Divinity from an evangelical Seminary, ordained, fully compatible with NAB Doctrinal statement, minimum of 10 years of experience as Senior Pastor or as an Associate Pastor of a large church. Must be a man who exhibits the godly character qualities outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9, 1 Peter 5:1-4 and Acts 6:4. Prefer married, never divorced, stability in tenure, able to relate well to a wide range of
physical ages and spiritual maturities in the congregation, and relate well in a small mid-western community.

Primary Responsibilities: The Senior Pastor’s primary responsibility is to equip the saints for the work of the ministry. He will be in charge of all worship services where he will preach/teach the Word of God so that the congregation may grow in their understanding and application of the Word of God. In doing so he must accurately interpret the Scriptures and teach Biblical truths from the
historic Baptist perspective. His ministry also includes helping protect the flock from false teaching and to unite the leadership in the shepherding the flock.

For more information about our church, visit www.oakstreetchurch.com. For detailed information about our friendly community, check out www.growburlington.com.
Interested candidates should send their resume to
Allen Twedt 
317 West Van Weiss Blvd
West Burlington, IA 52655-1533
Or email resume to resume to oakstreetchurch@mchsi.com or phone Allen at 319-754-5236.

Campus Pastor of Worship

Whitworth University in Spokane, Washington is seeking a campus pastor of worship.  The pay range for this position is $44,010 - $49,511.   Application review will begin on March 3, 2008 and the position will be open until it is filled.   A full job description is available at:

http://gts.grace.edu/jobs/docs/whitworth.pdf

Applications may be submitted by emailing jobs@whitworth.edu or at the following address:

Human Resources, Auld House
Attn:  Chair, Campus Pastor:  Worship, Search Committee
Whitworth University
300 West Hawthorne Rd
Spokane, WA  99251

Associate Pastor

Riverside Community Church in St. Charles, IL (suburban Chicago) is seeking a full-time associate pastor for our growing and healthy church family. The ministry focus is a) to reach and serve the youth and young-adults and their families, and b) to work alongside the senior pastor in the general shepherding of the congregation.

This position is ideal for an individual who desires to use and sharpen vocational pastoral skills in a positive local church setting. It provides opportunity to lead and develop hands-on ministry while experiencing a collaborative, mentoring relationship with a seasoned senior pastor.

Major responsibilities: Reach and shepherd youth and young adults (middle school through college) as well as their families. Work alongside the senior pastor in the general shepherding of the church. Minister the word formally and informally in various settings. Generally help develop and enhance the life and ministry of the church, including oversight of agreed-upon specific ministries based on giftedness and experience. As appropriate, share in the Sunday preaching/teaching ministry.

Contact:
Walt Barrett, senior pastor
Email: walt.barrett@rccstc.org
Riverside Community Church

37W130 Crane Road

St. Charles, IL 60175
Ph 630-443-7442
Fax 866-648-8249

www.rccstc.org

More information (fuller Ministry Position Opening, Job Description, church constitution, vision/values, etc.) can be found at: http://www.rccstc.org/assets/Associate_Pastor_Position/

Youth Ministry Director - Posted 3-10-2008

Peninsula Grace Brethren Church in Alaska is looking for a youth ministry director.  Interested applicants may browse the church website at www.peninsulagrace.org and email any questions or send resumes to Pastor Keith Randall at keith@peninsulagrace.org.

Purpose of Position:

The Youth Ministry Director partners with parents and other adults to provide a program that allow students to grow spiritually and develop deep and meaningful relationships with their peers, their parents, and God.

Reports to:

Director of Administration, Keith Randall

Relates closely with:

Church Staff, Parents

Responsible for:

Jr. High and High School Sunday school Teachers

Youth Small Group Leaders

Holy Beans Coordinator

Youth Ministry Volunteers

Continuing Responsibilities:

• Recruit, train and supervise Youth Ministry volunteers including Sunday school teachers, small group leaders and chaperones.
• Ensure that volunteers comply with the church’s policies on working with preteens and teenagers, including screening, background checks, safety training, etc.
• Research and assess the needs and problems that confront preteens and teenagers within the church.
• Study and identify the needs of youth in the greater community.
• Provide educational opportunities based on the needs of the students involved in the youth ministry, including Sunday school classes, mid-week programs, small Bible study and fellowship groups.
• Evaluate and select curriculum, Bible study, small group, and/or other appropriate spiritual growth and discipleship materials.
• Seek to involve students in the planning and implementation of all youth ministry programs and ministries.
• Communicate with parents and others in the church about goals, activities, and events of the youth ministry.
• Encourage the active service by members of the youth group in other ministries and programs of the church for example: assisting with VBS; participating in choir or drama team; providing special music; helping with a puppet ministry; or taking part in service, outreach, or mission projects.
• Organize at least one retreat weekend each year.
• Plan, coordinate and lead trip to Brethren National Youth Conference.
• Ensure that the opportunities for spiritual growth and building relationships are safe, fun, active, interactive, and memorable.
• Establish personal and supportive relationships with as many students as possible.
• Facilitate all students being in positive mentoring relationships with spiritually mature adults in the church.
• Serve as a liaison with people, organizations, and resources both within and outside the church that relate to preteens and teenagers and youth ministry.
• Ensure entire youth ministry aligns with the church mission of presenting everyone complete in Christ.

Secondary Responsibilities:

Additional responsibilities will be assigned based on qualifications. Possible areas are Worship, Small Groups, Christian Education or Children’s Ministry.

Primary Strengths/Gifts/Talents required:

• A personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ
• An authentic love for, patience with, and good understanding of preteens, teenagers and parents.
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-starting—able to work independently.

• Team-oriented—able to work with a large team of volunteers.
• Organized

Top three measurable goals for the next several months:

1. Solidify network of adult volunteers
2. Develop job descriptions for adult volunteers

Budget Available:

Youth Budget: $7,000/ year

Salary:

Approximately $35,000 DOE

Time required by position:

Youth Ministry: 30 hours per week, Secondary Ministry: 20 hours per week

Why position is needed:

To partner with parents to meet the needs of pre-teens and teens in our church and community.

Benefits to person responsible:

A chance to profoundly and positively influence students at a critical time in their lives. Satisfaction of knowing that you’re contributing to the spiritual growth of junior high and senior high students in the church. Thrill of inviting unchurched youth to commit their lives to Jesus. Satisfaction from helping others develop the gifts of teaching and learning. Opportunity to lead and participate in fun and meaningful events of the ministry to youth while living in the best part of Alaska.

English Pastor - Posted 3-5-2008

Position:

West Houston Chinese Church (WHCC) is a nondenominational church that is committed to sharing the journey of life transformation in Christ. WHCC is seeking a full-time pastor/minister for Meta, our English-speaking adult congregation. Meta is a vibrant, inclusive community of God-inspired change that consists of English-speaking adults of all ages. Meta currently has an average worship attendance of 150 adults, with 14 small groups meeting throughout the city of Houston. For more details about WHCC and Meta, see our websites at www.whcchome.org, and www.metacommunity.com.

Primary Responsibilities:

The English pastor will function as a member of WHCCfs pastoral staff team and report to the Senior Pastor. His primary role is to lead and shepherd Meta, WHCCfs English-speaking congregation, into becoming a mature, caring and missional community of God-inspired change that lives out the Great Commission of Jesus.

Profile:

Education: Graduate level seminary training, M.Div. or above preferred.

Experience: Be experienced in working with both singles and families; have a creative, missional ministry mindset; conduct effective ministry trainings; be committed to a small group ministry philosophy. An understanding of Asian-American culture and experience in a multi-staff church will be a plus.

Ministry Style: Must be a people person with strong interpersonal and communication skills and a team player who is comfortable functioning within the multi-staff, multi-lingual/cultural ethnic church environment.

Spiritual Gifts: Must be strong in preaching and teaching, leadership and team building, capable in administration.

Doctrines: Must be in full agreement with WHCC Doctrinal statement
(see website)

Job Description:

Leadership

Provide leadership and direction in the English ministry consistent with the over-arching vision and direction of WHCC. Guide the Meta lead team in developing and executing ministry plans and events. Train, develop, and empower leaders to live spirit-filled lives utilizing their gifts to do the work of the ministry. Manage ministry administrative matters with the help of office staff.

Teaching & Preaching:

As primary preacher in rotation with other pastoral staff, teach biblically and relevantly in the Meta English service to share the journey of life transformation in Christ. Advise the Meta Pathway (English adult Sunday School) coordinator in leading the ministry team to plan, coordinate and teach Meta Pathway classes. Initiate and coordinate trainings to equip, inspire, and mobilize people to become competent lay ministers who can make impact for Christ inside and outside of the church.

Small Group Ministry

Lead and organize pastoral care and shepherding for the congregation through the small group ministry. Work with the English small group deacon to provide leadership and coaching to small group leaders and coaches by equipping, supporting, and empowering them to build and lead life-changing small groups that connect with seekers, make disciples, and multiply.

Family Ministry & Pastoral Counseling

Together with the youth minister and other pastoral staff, train and equip singles and families to live practical, God-honoring lives according to their seasons of life. Conduct individual, family, and pre-marital counseling or refer church members to professional counseling as needed.

Missions & Evangelism

Equip and motivate the congregation to witness for Christ and serve the community in an intentional, culturally-relevant way. Mobilize people to support and participate in the mission and evangelism effort of WHCC both in Houston and around the world. Work with the missions deacon and committee to cast a missions vision and participate in missions trips.

Contacts:

For more information about the application process please contact

Personnel Committee

English Pastor Search

West Houston Chinese Church

10638 Hammerly Blvd

Houston, TX 77043

713-935-9422

whccsearch@yahoo.com