Associate Pastor for Spiritual Formation

Fellowship West

Associate Pastor for Spiritual Formation Job Description

Employment Level: Fulltime (Salary)

Our Mission: We are people brought to life in Jesus, made spiritual family by Jesus, who

together practice the Way of Jesus – for the glory of God and the good of our neighbors.

Our Strategy: We guide people on pathways to Spiritual Formation, teach people to practice the ways of Jesus, and cultivate a culture of permission. 

Culture & Expectations:

Gospel Story, Gospel People, and Gospel Culture

We are grounded and guided by the Gospel Story. The Gospel brings us to life, makes us spiritual people, and transforms every part of who we are. It informs and forms how we relate to one another and the world around us. Jesus is at the Center of who we are and everything we do.

Humility of Heart

We posture our hearts in the Way of Jesus, "who, existing in the form of God, did not consider equality with God as something to be exploited. Instead he emptied himself by assuming the form of a servant." (Philippians 2:6-7) Humility of heart is at the heart of a Gospel-formed culture. Our attitudes, words, and ambitions are rooted in the heart of our gentle and lowly Savior.

Faithfulness Over Outcomes

We demonstrate our trust and faith in the sovereignty and goodness of God by surrendering our efforts to his will. "Winning" in the Kingdom of God will sometimes mean losing in this world. However, we rest in the truth that anyone who loses his or her life for Jesus will truly find it.

Kingdom People

Following the Way of Jesus is a counter-cultural way to live. As a Scripture-rooted and Jesus-saturated collection of churches, we embody a way of living that is surrendered to the Glory of God and the good of our neighbor. That is we live in glad submission to the commands of our Savior and Lord, while striving for the common good and flourishing of our neighbors and even our enemies. As Kingdom people, we are both salt and light. We are full of grace and truth. We are disciples of Jesus, inviting others to become disciples of Jesus.

Fellowship West is part of a collection of churches known as The Koinonia Network. The network is A fellowship of churches, united in the Gospel, partnering together as participants in a movement of God's Kingdom. From Knoxville to the Nations. To the Glory of God.

To be a leader in our church is to be a leader in our network. This is a great privilege that comes with many benefits. It is also a responsibility and expectation that we a part of something bigger than ourselves!

Spiritual Formation Pastor Purpose Statement: The Spiritual Formation Pastor aims to help connect people to the life and mission of our church by helping them find a pathway to community, discipleship, and ministry.

Job Responsibilities:

The best leaders are learners. It is expected that the Associate Pastor of Spiritual Formation would pursue habits of self-leadership. (Being well-read, networking with others in a similar role, participating in ongoing development initiatives, etc.)

The best leaders help grow the leadership of others. The Associate Pastor of Spiritual Formation will invest in the development of our staff team and volunteer leaders.

Connections Team Leadership (20%)

·        Coordinate with the Connections Team Director to provide oversight, coaching, care, and leader development to the members of our Connections Team. (Parking, Greeters/Ushers, and Coffee Team)

·        Establish regular team gatherings for coaching and ministry enhancement.

·        Recruit new team members.

·        Lead Fellowship 101 (or similar) assimilation gatherings.

Community Groups Leadership (35%)

·        Provide oversight, coaching, care, and leader development to the Community Group Leaders.

·        Establish regular team gatherings for community building, coaching, and ministry enhancement.

·        Pray for and connect with group leaders for care and coaching.

·        Lead the assimilation of the congregation into Community Groups.

·        Identify and develop new Community Group Leaders.

·        Launch new Community Groups.

Growth Groups and General Spiritual Formation Leadership (20%)

·        Coordinate with Lead Pastor on the Growth Group curriculum and schedule.

·        Partner with the Lead Pastor in developing and enhancing the Practicing the Practices ministry and tools.

·        Help facilitate Spiritual Formation Learning Environments (Growth Groups, Seminars, etc.)

·        Provide Support and be the Staff Liaison for the Men’s and Women’s Spiritual Formation Directors.

Pastoral Care and Teaching (25%)

·        Help staff and elders provide pastoral care to the congregation as necessary.

·        Teach on Sundays as needed. (6-10 times annually).

·        Teach at Refresh Nights or other teaching environments as needed.

Qualities and Qualifications:

Character:

·        Leads at home first. If married or a parent, will lead and point his family to Jesus.

·        A high level of spiritual maturity.

·        A spirit of humility and responsibility.

·        Honesty and a strong work ethic.

·        Gritty and resilient.

Attitude:

·        Displays a heart for the lost.

·        Has a coachable spirit.

·        Drives for excellence in all areas of leadership.

Relational Characteristics

·        A relational leader. Has a very approachable demeanor with the ability to attract others.

·        Has a strong independent spirit, but can still work well on teams. Must be able to lead and be a team player.

Competencies

·        A team builder and team leader

·        Excellent communicator in one on one, small group and large group settings

·        Strong people skills with high emotional intelligence

·        Able to cast vision and build ministry alignment