Next Gen/Worship Pastor

Gospel Baptist Church

Job Description

Gospel Baptist Church exists to make and mature disciples in our neighborhood and the nations. Because of that, we are seeking a full-time Worship and Next-Generation Pastor to serve in our worship ministry and next-generation ministries.


Over the past two years, Gospel has seen tremendous growth, averaging 460 on a Sunday morning with a multi-generational congregation.


Our church campus has a demographic of 85,000 people, 45,000 of whom are unchurched. We pray that God leads the right candidate to fill this position as we strive to make mature disciples in northern Greensboro and across the nations.



Qualifications

  • Meets the qualifications for a pastor/elder found in 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:6-9, and 1 Peter 5:1-3.
  • Have a growing relationship with Jesus.
  • Prioritizes leading family well over other work.
  • Agrees with our church’s purpose, mission, values, and statement of faith.
  • Desires to develop, lead, and facilitate ministries.
  • Interested in ministry in a small-town environment and church revitalization.
  • 3-5 years of experience preferred but not required.
  • Masters degree required (M.Div preferred)


Next Generation Responsibilities

  • Recruit and train volunteers for both the worship and next-gen. Ministries.
  • Investing in parents is the primary strategy to reach the next generation.
  • Supplement parents with discipleship materials and opportunities to invest in their children.
  • Develop a comprehensive discipleship strategy for next-generation ministry along with the student and children’s ministry director.
  • Organize, attend, and lead Wednesday night next-generation ministries.
  • Have a presence in community events for the next generation.
  • Create outreach opportunities for our families to help reach the lost in our community.


Worship Ministry

  • Lead Sunday morning worship and any other special service as needed.
  • Lead worship with reverence, celebration, passion, and excellence.
  • Organize, attend, and lead worship rehearsals.
  • Lead the church in singing biblically accurate, congregational songs from sound songwriters, bands, or churches.
  • Oversee the editing and uploading of sermon audio recordings.
  • Preach on a Sunday morning rotation with the other pastors.


Other Ministry

  • Work with the Senior Pastor and staff to shepherd the church.
  • Assist the Lead Pastor with developing and implementing the vision and direction of the church.
  • Attend a small group (there may be an opportunity to lead one).
  • Attend Monthly deacon meetings.
  • Ensure that family comes before ministry.
  • Have a servant’s heart to help serve in other capacities as able.


Salary: The starting salary for this position will be discussed during the interview process. We ensure our staff members are compensated accordingly.


Interested candidates should send a resume to [email protected] and a brief cover letter sharing why they feel they would be the perfect fit for this ministry role. Any questions can be directed to [email protected].


About Gospel Baptist Church

Gospel Baptist Church exists to make and mature disciples in our neighborhood and the nations. Our church is located in the northern part of Greensboro, North Carolina. Over the past two years, Gospel has seen tremendous growth, averaging 460 on a Sunday morning with a multi-generational congregation.Our church campus has a demographic of 85,000 people, 45,000 of whom are unchurched.


Gospel Baptist Church worships in a 26,000-square-foot building with a 4,500-square-foot parsonage and storage building on the premises. The facility houses a worship auditorium, a banquet hall, a gymnasium, office space, and multiple classrooms. Over the course of twenty years, the congregation has renovated and upgraded several portions of the facility. However, expansions have not taken place since its relocation in 2005. 


Ministry at Gospel Baptist Church


The congregation at Gospel Baptist Church remains busy throughout the week. Programs exist for all ages, from infants to seniors, with most emphasis on Sunday and Wednesday. On Sunday mornings, two blended worship services are offered. During the worship services, activities range from infants through fifth grade. The church also functions in small groups that primarily meet on Sunday evenings, with two senior classes that meet on Sunday mornings.


Throughout the week, various programs exist to serve the community, gather in age-based fellowship groups, and provide opportunities for outside organizations to utilize the facility. For example, Gospel’s student ministry meets on Sunday nights and Wednesdays for encouragement, accountability, and fellowship. The children’s ministry primarily focuses on children between kindergarten and fifth grade and meets on Sunday and Wednesday nights. The senior ministry is also an active group in Gospel Baptist Church. Throughout the week, this group meets every Thursday and schedules activities monthly. Furthermore, outreach events remain a focus for Gospel, emphasizing regular activities at the local schools, on the church campus, and throughout the community. Finally, Gospel contains an afterschool program that services the northern school district.


Leadership at Gospel Baptist Church


The staff of Gospel Baptist Church consists of three full-time members and nine part-time members. The three full-time positions are a senior pastor, an executive pastor, and a director of operations. The other part-time positions range from age-based ministry directors to administrative assistants and a church custodian. While not employed by the church, the afterschool program utilizes several part-time assistants to fulfill this ministry.





Experience Required
1-5 years

Type
Full-time

Education Required
Master's Degree

Date Posted
1 day ago
Location
Greensboro, North Carolina

Denomination
Baptist: SBC

Church Size
300-500 people


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