Associate Pastor

Associate Pastor Position

Overview

Chapel of the Lake is seeking an experienced, dynamic and visionary Associate Pastor to join our church family at the center of one of the fastest growing areas in Missouri. This person would work closely with the Senior pastor, assisting in teaching & shepherding the church, ideally transitioning into the Senior Pastor role in the not-too-distant future.

Responsibilities would include development and oversight of a comprehensive program of developing and maturing disciples. We desire for all our congregation to be engaged in Jesus’ mission to make disciples, as we proclaim Christ, pursue Christ, and practice His love.

Qualifications and Position Requirements:

·  Exhibits a personal and growing relationship with God, a teachable spirit, and a healthy family life.

·  Has a passion for evangelism and outreach, both personally and at the ministry level.

·  Has 10+ years of pastoral experience and is open to becoming Senior Pastor in the near future.

·  Possesses a strong Biblical and theological background (preferably post-graduate level theological training), and is in agreement with COTL’s vision, beliefs, and distinctives.

·  Is an effective teacher. He should preach expositionally, with sermons designed to encourage and exhort the congregation to grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ, and to apply biblical truths to their life in meaningful and active ways.

·  Possesses a shepherd’s heart and communicates, motivates, and relates well with a multigenerational congregation.

·  Understands and clearly communicates the discipleship process and is committed to modeling and facilitating the discipleship process.

·  Enables individuals and small groups to become effective mentors in the discipleship process.

·  Demonstrates an appreciation for the value of, and a commitment to, administrative tasks.

·  Demonstrates maturity and responsibility in decision making and work ethic.

·  Demonstrates effective leadership skills such as leading by example, delegating, and providing appropriate support for delegated duties.

Associate Pastor Responsibilities:

 Demonstrate leadership and ownership of the total mission and body of COTL by:

·  Loving and caring for the flock, and demonstrating a personal commitment to their spiritual growth and well-being.

·  Providing vision and equipping the congregation to reach our community with the gospel.

·  Participating in the worship service on a regular basis by preaching, praying, and leading in communion as needed.

·  Demonstrating an interest and general knowledge, and where appropriate, an involvement in the various ministries of the church.

·  Participating in counseling individuals and couples as needed and directed by the Senior Pastor.

Discipleship Responsibilities:

·  Develop and facilitate a process of discipleship that effectively moves people towards maturity.

·  Work directly with the Home Group coordinator and Sunday School Superintendent to maximize the effectiveness of those ministries in the disciple making process.

·  Organize and coordinate a broad spectrum of COTL ministries to participate in and enhance the disciple making process.

Expectations:

·  Be mentored by the Senior Pastor, remaining accountable and responsive to his oversight of the Discipleship Ministries.

·  Present annual ministry updates and goals for the coming year to the elder board.

·  Participate in a yearly job performance review.

·  Present a yearly budget proposal for discipleship ministries.

·  Stay current with discipleship ministry practices by reading, attending conferences, and/or other continuing education opportunities, etc.