Minister to Senior Adults

First Baptist Lafayette, nestled in the vibrant heart of downtown Lafayette and just three blocks from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, has been a steadfast witness in Acadiana for almost 120 years. Lafayette, known for its unique blend of urban amenities and rich Cajun culture, was recently named the “Happiest City in America” by the Wall Street Journal’s marketwatch.com. Our church has witnessed remarkable growth and blessings. First Baptist Lafayette seeks a dedicated and passionate Minister to Senior Adults to join our team. This role is pivotal in nurturing spiritual development, fostering community connections, and advancing our mission to share the Gospel and serve the Acadiana region.

The Minister to Senior Adults aims to provide visionary leadership, spiritual guidance, and compassionate support for the Senior Adults Ministry, and the community of First Baptist Lafayette. This role involves creating and implementing dynamic programs and initiatives that foster spiritual growth and help Senior Adults live out their faith practically. The Minister to Senior Adults will work collaboratively with the Adults Pastor and volunteers with an outstanding ability to build relationships, inspire and guide others, and support the vision for Senior Adult ministry that aligns with the church’s mission.

Job Summary: The Minister to Senior Adults assists the Adults Pastor in providing leadership, support, and direction for the Senior Adult ministries of FBC of Lafayette.

Major Responsibilities:

·        Support the Adults Pastor in planning, conducting, coordinating, and evaluating a comprehensive discipleship program among Senior Adults.

·        Serve as the Senior Adult Department Director for Sunday School.

·        Provide fellowship/outreach opportunities for Senior Adults, including ongoing gatherings and periodic trips/outings.

·        Oversee the Outreach/visitation program for the Senior Adult department.

·        Lead in planning, conducting, coordinating, and evaluating a comprehensive Congregational Care program.

·        Coordinate and lead the pastoral ministry to people in hospitals, rehab/assisted living facilities, and shut-ins.

·        Coordinate and lead the Church-wide Prayer Ministry.

·        Coordinate and lead the Fellowship Ministry, including support for Church-wide events such as a Revival.

·        Coordinate and lead the Benevolence Ministry.

·        Coordinate and lead the Bereavement Ministry, including primary support for funerals.

·        Manage budget and resources for respective ministries.

·        Assist in discovering, enlisting, and training future leaders for ministry.

·        Assist in pastoral ministry (i.e. counseling during worship invitations; assisting in baptisms; conducting weddings and funerals when appropriate, and hospital visitation).

General Duties:

· Serve as staff liaison for assigned church committees and ministry teams.

·        Keep informed on methods, materials, principles, procedures, promotions, and administration related to pertinent ministries.

·        Cooperate with associational, state, and national programs and leaders. Be involved as time permits, giving first priority to the church.

·        Maintain openness to new ideas and flexibility in adopting new strategies of ministry.

·        Participate in weekly visitation program.

·        Provide support when needed to other departments with “all hands on deck” ministries (i.e. Vacation Bible School).

·        Be present and available to support all church-wide services (Sunday AM/PM and Wednesday PM) and events.

·        Work with other ministry staff when responsibilities overlap.

·        Perform other duties and assignments as requested by the Senior Pastor.

Working Conditions

·        The Minister to Senior Adults shall be responsible as an employee to the Senior Pastor through the Adults Pastor and the Executive Pastor. The Minister to Senior Adults will coordinate and cooperate with the Pastor, Executive Pastor and Church Staff to discharge all duties and responsibilities.

·        Observe regular office hours of 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, except as required by the needs of the carrying out of assigned responsibilities or as provided in the general personnel policies.

·        Vacation, holidays, and other circumstances related to working conditions are determined by general personnel policies.

·        The Executive Pastor must approve participation in conferences and conventions.

 Qualifications

·        Be a Christian of high moral character who has demonstrated loyalty to God, the church, and his Pastor, and who expresses a call to the ministry.

·        Fulfills the requirements of a pastor/overseer/elder found in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1.

·        Able and willing to sign FBC Lafayette’s Staff Covenant.

·        Has evidenced a heart’s desire to win people to faith in Christ and to see them following Him.

·        Has demonstrated a work ethic characterized by punctuality, integrity, honesty, diligence, excellence, and industriousness.

·        Has demonstrated the ability to lead and work with volunteer workers of all age groups of the church in a spirit of harmony.

·        Has demonstrated the ability to work cooperatively with other church staff members.

·        Has demonstrated a high level of confidentiality concerning all areas of ministry, especially personal contributions, benevolence, and personal information.