Assistant Pastor At The Branch Christian Church

Job DescriptionResponsibilities of the Assistant Pastor include:
Work with the elders of the Branch and the Senior Pastor to help lead the church in obedience and faithfulness to Christ.Oversee the ministry areas of the church in collaboration with the staff and ministry leaders.Help lead the church through occasionally preaching the Word of God.Lead a Growth Group and help source and/or write study material.Encourage a community of people who magnify God in everything (with particular focus on the Sunday gathering).Oversee the work of welcoming and integrating people into the life of the church.Work as part of The Branch ministry team under the supervision of the Session and in consultation with the Senior Pastor as an Assistant Pastor.Participate, together with the Senior Pastor, the Session and Ministry leaders, in leading The Branch.Preach 6-8 times a year at Branch services (and at other sister churches on occasion).Participate in Branch services in service leading, Bible reading, prayer, etc.Oversee and develop the pastoral care within the church.Oversee the work of mercy ministry at The Branch.Organise baptisms/dedications, public testimonies (live, video, written), etc.Work with elders, deacons and the hospitality team.Promote the worship of God within the church.Oversee the regular weekly corporate gatherings, including co-ordinating ministry spots, baptisms and dedications, public testimonies, Lord's Supper, etc.Oversee and develop services, in conjunction with team leaders, the Service Leader and Music Teams.Oversee and develop the other Sunday ministry areas (AV, Morning Tea, Greeters, etc.).Drive the recruitment of Sunday volunteers (ensure areas are adequately staffed).The successful candidate will have the following skills, qualifications and experience:
Gifted in leading large groups of people.Good oral and written communication skills.Sound time-management skills.Preferably has completed a three year degree in theology, or equivalent.Experience in pastoral ministry or other forms of Christian ministry.Experience in overseeing, managing and mentoring other ministry staff.Working with Children registration or equivalent. #J-18808-Ljbffr