The Church at Litchfield Park Litchfield Park, AZ Posted: March 18, 2020
Job Information:
ASSOCIATE PASTOR OF COMMUNITY LIFE
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time Salaried
JOB GOALS: To serve The Church at Litchfield Park in the total worship life of the congregation while demonstrating a Christ-like spirit, an attitude of cooperation, dependability and rapport with all members and staff.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
M.Div. or equivalent from an accredited theological institution
Ordained in a recognized Christian denomination
Possess a genuine Christian faith
Be open and willing to minister to all people without discrimination
Possess an ability to work well in a multi-denominational/trans-generational Christian setting
A demonstrated ability to council and minister to those in need of spiritual support
Exceptional organizational written and oral communication skills
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide pastoral care for the congregation, as well as the church community (Includes hospital, rehab, and home visits, counseling, weddings, and funerals as needed)
Demonstrate Christ-like concern for each staff member
Preach 6-12 times in worship throughout the year or when called to do so
Oversee and provide support for our support ministry team (Caregiver's, Chronic Illness, Grief & Recovery Support Groups; Communion visitations in cooperation with Deacons; Spiritual gift discovery and implementation process)
Oversee and provide support for our Life Group (small group) ministry team
Oversee and provide support for our Fellowship ministry team (i.e. Women's, men's & all-church)
Oversee and provide support for our Missions ministry team
Participate in monthly Deacons, Council on Ministries (requires submitting a monthly report of activities) and Board of Directors' meetings
Participate in weekly worship services, staff and pastors' meetings
Perform other duties as directed by the Senior Pastor and/or Board of Directors
DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Senior Pastor
WORKS COOPERATIVELY WITH: Senior Pastor, Office Staff, Maintenance, Staff, Board of Directors, Council on Ministries, and ministry team
EVALUATION: Prepared annually by Senior Pastor
LOCATION/INFORMATION: Litchfield Park, Arizona http://www.clp.church
RELOCATION COMPENSATION: No
PLEASE EMAIL YOUR RESUME FOR CONSIDERATION DIRECTLY TO:
personnel-chair@clp.church
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