Associate Pastor

Christ Community Church - Waseca, MN

Position Title: Associate Pastor

Reports To: Lead Pastor/Elder Board

Employment Type: Full-time

Purpose

Christ Community Church (CCC) in Waseca, MN is seeking a spiritually mature, Christ-centered, Associate Pastor to support the church’s mission through leadership in discipleship, worship, outreach. This man will be passionate about equipping others, facilitating authentic worship, and advancing the gospel in our church and community.

Qualifications

·      Since all pastors at CCC are also elders, they must fulfill the character qualifications in 1 Timothy & Titus.

·      Formal Bible or ministry training is required.

·      Minimum of 3 years of ministry experience preferred.

·      A calling and passion for Gospel-centered ministry.

·      Holds or is willing to obtain EFCA credentials.

·      Demonstrates a teachable spirit and Christ-like character in speech, behavior, and relationships.

·      Agrees to and will comply with CCC’s constitution and statement of faith.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Discipleship & Teaching

·      Build and shepherd small groups and adult Bible studies.

·      Develop and implement discipleship and evangelism strategies.

·      Teach and preach on select Sundays (specific number to be agreed upon annually).

·      Equip and encourage the spiritual wellbeing of ministry leaders, volunteers and small group facilitators.

2. Worship Administration

·      Coordinate Sunday services with the worship team leader.

·      Administrate the preparation for the Sunday services utilizing ProPresenter, Song Select, Subsplash, and other sound booth systems.

·      Train and oversee the sound booth team and visual technology for Sunday services and online presence.

3. Outreach & Community Engagement

·      Lead or support outreach initiatives.

·      Effectively communicate the mission of CCC using technology and social media.

·      Identify and encourage opportunities to build relationships with the unchurched.

·      Participate in community activities as a representative of CCC.

General Skills & Abilities

·      Strong leadership, organizational, and team-building skills.

·      Ability to mentor others in their faith and witness.

·      Able to communicate effectively in both large and small settings.

Additional Notes

·      Christ Community Church is associated with the Evangelical Free Church of America (EFCA). We desire this person to be involved in District and National events and conferences as able.

·      Candidate will be part of a pastoral team and have a collaborative heart for ministry.

·      Christ Community Church is associated with the Evangelical Free Church of America (EFCA). We desire this person to be involved in District and National events and conferences as able.

To Apply, Submit the Following

- A resume

- A cover letter expressing ministry philosophy and calling

- Personality or behavioral test results (StrengthsFinder, DISC, Myers Briggs, or another) in the last three years.

- Links or recordings of teaching or worship leading (if applicable)

- One of each of the following five references: 

(1) Spiritual mentor/pastor, 

(2) Formal supervisor/senior pastor, 

(3) Peer or ministry teammate, 

(4) Volunteer or church member they have led/shepherded, 

(5) Personal/friend (outside ministry setting).

Please email materials to apply@cccwaseca.org

Christ Community Church - Waseca, MN

Position Title: Associate Pastor

Reports To: Lead Pastor/Elder Board

Employment Type: Full-time

Purpose: Christ Community Church (CCC) in Waseca, MN is seeking a spiritually mature, Christ-centered Associate Pastor to support the church’s mission through leadership in discipleship, worship, outreach. This man will be passionate about equipping others, facilitating authentic worship, and advancing the gospel in our church and broader community.

Qualifications

      ·  Since all pastors at CCC are also elders, he must fulfill the character qualifications in 1 Timothy &  Titus.

      ·  Formal Bible or ministry training is required.

      ·  Minimum of 3 years of ministry experience is preferred.

      ·  A calling and passion for Gospel-centered ministry.

      ·  Holds or is willing to obtain EFCA credentials.

      ·  Demonstrates a teachable spirit and Christ-like character in speech, behavior, and relationships.

      ·  Agrees to and will comply with CCC’s constitution and statement of faith.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Discipleship & Teaching

      ·  Build and shepherd small groups and adult Bible studies.

      ·  Develop and implement discipleship and evangelism strategies.

      ·  Teach and preach on select Sundays as needed (specific number to be agreed upon annually).

      ·  Equip and encourage the spiritual wellbeing of ministry leaders, volunteers and small group facilitators.

2. Worship Administration

      ·  Coordinate Sunday services with the Worship Team Leader.

      ·  Administrate the preparation for Sunday services utilizing ProPresenter, Songselect, Subsplash, and other sound booth systems.

      ·  Train and oversee the sound booth team and visual technology for Sunday services and online presence.

3. Outreach & Community Engagement

      ·  Lead or support outreach initiatives.

      ·  Effectively communicate the mission of CCC through the use of technology and social media.

      ·  Identify and encourage opportunities to build relationships with the unchurched.

      ·  Participate in community activities as a representative of CCC.

General Skills & Abilities

·  Strong leadership, organizational, and team-building skills.

·  Ability to mentor others in their faith and witness.

·  Able to communicate effectively in both large and small settings.

Additional Notes

·  Must be willing to invest in the vision and spiritual life of the church and community.

  ·  Candidate will be part of a pastoral team and is expected to possess a collaborative heart for ministry.

  ·  Since Christ Community Church is associated with the Evangelical Free Church of America, we desire this person to be involved in District and National events and conferences as able.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit the following:

      ·  A resume

      ·  A cover letter expressing ministry philosophy and calling

      ·  Personality or behavioral test results (StrengthsFinder, DiSC, Myers Briggs, Working Genius) from the last three years.

      ·  Links or recordings of teaching or worship leading (if applicable)

      ·  One of each of the following five references:

                 (1) Spiritual mentor / pastor

                 (2) Former supervisor / senior pastor

                 (3) Peer / ministry teammate

                 (4) Volunteer / church member you have led/discipled

                 (5) Personal / friend (outside ministry setting)

 Please email materials to: apply@cccwaseca.org