We Are Looking For A Family Pastor
Please see below for the job description. If interested, please email us at personnel@mycbcc.org.
Areas of Responsibility:
The Family Pastor will be responsible for developing and executing a long-term vision for the families of Covenant Baptist Church. He will work directly with seventh through twelfth grade, while giving leadership and guidance to birth through sixth grade, and college/career. He will seek to develop interconnectedness with all staff and families related to these areas of responsibility.
Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
General:
- A growing relationship with Jesus Christ
- A call to full-time ministry
- A passion for family ministry
- A display of such desirable qualities as teamwork, cooperation, dependability, organization, hard work, respect, staff loyalty, and a teachable spirit
- A degree in a ministry related field
- A commitment to and agreement with the statements of beliefs of Covenant Baptist Church as stated in the Constitution and Bylaws
- Maintain a regular time of Bible study, prayer, devotion, and personal spiritual growth
- Maintain open communication with the Senior Pastor in planning and directing all Family Pastor ministries through staff meetings and other meetings as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Pastor.
Ministry:
- Coordinate and conduct ministry to support and complement Covenant Baptist Church’s purpose and vision
- Work well with the Senior Pastor and other staff to coordinate various activities and develop growth and unity within the entire church
- Play an active role in all aspects of church life beyond Family ministry, such as being visible and available during regular church meeting times and events.
- Attend all worship services unless prevented by ministry duties approved by the Senior Pastor
- Serve as Staff Advisor for church committees as assigned by the Senior Pastor o Attend the regularly scheduled meetings of assigned committees
- Provide pastoral care in coordination with the Senior Pastor
- Be a visual part of the community promoting Christ and our church, through building relationships with local schools and other organizations
- Participate in and be a supporter of the local Association, State Convention, and SBC
- Create and implement standard operation manuals for all ministries under the Family Pastor’s responsibilities and cross train volunteers where appropriate
Family Ministry
- Develop and implement a plan for on-going parent involvement, training, equipping, and encouragement
- Create discipleship opportunities for family spiritual growth
- Develop strategies to connect all parts of the Family Ministry to the overall life of the church
Children’s Ministry (Birth/6th grade)
- The Family Pastor will work with the Children’s Council to plan and implement the Children’s Ministry. This ministry includes, but is not limited to:
- Nursery worker recruitment, training, and scheduling
- Sunday school worker recruitment, training, and scheduling
- VBS worker recruitment, training, and scheduling
- Providing guidance to the AWANA Commander
- Providing guidance to the Children’s Choir leader
- Providing guidance to the Children’s Church leader
- Planning children’s camps
- Children’s Ministry budget preparation and administration
Or:
- The Family Pastor will supervise the Children’s Director (if this position is filled)
Student Ministry (7th-12th grade):
- Develop and conduct a strong discipleship program for the student ministry
- Serve as a role model for our students and promote their involvement in the total ministry of our church
- Provide planning and supervision for a comprehensive student ministry, including guidance of and the selection, enlistment, and training of student workers
- Organize and execute Bible studies, outings, fellowships, retreats, and special events to strengthen the church ministry to students and their parents o Provide age-appropriate recreational opportunities
- Prepare and administer an annual student budget
- Develop and implement a plan to reach out to youth in the community
College and Career Ministry
- Work with the leadership and members of this ministry to provide opportunities for spiritual, relational, and social growth. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Curriculum selection
- Organization of the class for fellowship, outreach, and ministry
- Provide age-appropriate recreational opportunities
- Recruitment and leadership training