Employment Opportunities
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ABOUT US
FBC JC, a historically Baptist church affiliated with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, was founded in 1837 on the banks of the Missouri River within sight of the Missouri State Capitol. We are a moderate Baptist church in the cooperative and historic Baptist tradition.
FBC JC is a mission-focused congregation. We support multiple missions locally and globally and work alongside other churches and organizations from various denominations with a shared mission. We honor women's call to ministry and the ordination of women in ministry both as pastors and deacons. Our membership is accepting of all who are seeking to follow Christ.
We seek the right pastoral leader to join us as the Associate Pastor, Families and Formation, to work with our children, youth, and adult ministry teams and to assist the Lead Pastor in preaching and pastoral care. This position is an excellent opportunity for those who feel called to invest in guiding Christians of all ages to grow faithfully and serve generously. The core youth group is about 35-45 youth, and the preschool and children's core group is about the same. Both areas have dedicated volunteers and lay leadership.
Associate Pastor, Families and Formation
PURPOSE OF MINISTRY
To develop, administer, and promote an effective and holistic ministry of spiritual formation with all ages in a way that leads each person to follow the Way of Christ, discover their giftedness, and experience continual life-transformation.
MINISTRY DESCRIPTION AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Develop and implement an intentional plan for life-changing faith for all ages.
Lead, promote, and oversee ministries that reach and develop children and their families from birth through twelfth grade.
Facilitate relationships that foster life-changing faith.
Encourage all people in our church to know their gifts and use them to serve others.
Recruit, train, support, and develop the skills of both the professional and lay staff as needed to accomplish the ministry.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Share the load with our lead pastor and staff in worship, preaching, teaching, and pastoral care.
Provide staff liaison to assigned committees and ministry teams.
Assist in preparing and overseeing the budget for assigned areas.
Additional responsibilities and duties will be determined according to the successful candidate's gifts and interests and the congregation's needs.
TIME COMMITMENT
This is a full-time position requiring flexible hours and commitment of time, including emergency calls and night meetings.
SKILLS, TALENTS, GIFTS & QUALIFICATIONS
Evidence of a sincere and growing faith in Jesus Christ.
Commitment to the overall mission, vision, and values of First Baptist Church.
A thorough theological understanding of how to grow people to maturity in Christ.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and through the written word.
Ability to attract, invite, and empower volunteers to carry on our ministry.
Ability to lead and minister successfully with a diverse group of volunteers.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, church members, and the public.
Ability to coordinate several ministry projects simultaneously.
Ability to embrace and interact with diverse backgrounds and ethnicities.
Ability to facilitate the growth of small discipleship groups.
Educational requirements: Bachelor's degree in a related field, with a Master's degree preferred.
Please send inquiries with a resume, cover letter, and three references to Sondra Allen, Search Committee Chair, at fbcjc.search.2024@gmail.com.