Associate Pastor of Family Ministries

Associate Pastor of Family Ministries

Ithaca Church of God

Ithaca, Michigan

Reports to: The Senior Pastor

Position Type: Full time, salaried (Will Discuss)

Denomination: Church of God - Anderson

PLEASE READ THE DIRECTIONS BELOW IN ORDER TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION. Do not click the "apply now" button. Applications will NOT be accepted unless you follow the directions listed below.

About our church:

                Our Vision: Love God, Love One Another and Love Our Community

                Our Mission: The mission of Ithaca Church of God is to be a people in pursuit of a great commitment to the great commandment and the great commission to grow a great church.

                Ithaca Church of God is a small church in Ithaca, Michigan. We run an average of 100-125 every Sunday. Our church has a great mix of individuals that span across 6 generations. We live in a small community of less than 3,000 people. Ithaca is a quiet town and a great place to raise a family.

                We are looking for an Associate Pastor of Family Ministries to assist our church in continuing our mission. This person will work directly with the Senior Pastor. This person shall adhere to the Biblical model for marriage and family. A person with one spouse of the opposite sex. Ideally, we are looking for someone who is married with children.

Job Description:

• A born-again, baptized believer, in agreement with the Church of God’s mission, vision, values and beliefs.
• Someone who embraces evangelical tradition, believing that the Church of Jesus is the hope for individuals, our community and the world.
• Someone who will present the Gospel in a way that is culturally relevant and Biblically pure.
• One who understands and embraces the role of equipping the Body of work of ministry.
• Someone who will champion support for the total Church program of stewardship, worship, missions, fellowship and education.
• Someone who is willing to serve as an empowering leader of the Ithaca Church of God.
• Someone who will have an active present in the community, is flexible, adaptable and approachable.

Primary Roles:

The Associate Pastor of Family Ministries will…

• Work in harmony with and under the direction of the Senior Pastor
• Serve as a pastor/spiritual leader at Ithaca Church of God in accordance with Scriptural qualifications, mandates and guidelines (for example see Titus 1, 1 Tim. 3, 1 Peter 5, Acts 20, Heb 13:17, etc).
• To have a firm grasp on and commitment to advance the Kingdom of God through the visions, values, strategies and plans of Ithaca Church of God.
• Train and equip God’s people to do the work of the ministry.
• Lead and Oversee ministries from birth to graduation.
• Partner with and equip Parents to teach and raise their children.
• YOUTH MINISTRY:
  • The Associate Pastor will teach and lead the youth ministry as the primary Pastor.
  • They will create events that draw teenagers into a fun, engaging and, most importantly, Biblically based environment.
  • Recruit and train volunteers to assist with the youth ministry.
  • Hold regular meetings with volunteers.
  • Youth group meets on Sunday evenings from 6-8pm.
  • Sunday school meets on Sunday mornings at 9:30am.
  • Attend school events, including sports, musical, graduation, etc.
  • Attend Church of God events, such as the International Youth Conference.
• CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
  • Oversee the children’s ministry, including nursery, preschool and school age classes on Sunday mornings.
  • Recruit and train volunteers for the ministry.
  • Hold regular meetings with volunteers.
  • Assist with the planning, organizing and carrying out of the VBS program. Our VBS is a collection of multiple churches around town that work together to put on one main VBS.
  • Oversee and lead Wednesday night Kids Quest during the school year
• FAMILY MINISTRY
  • Work alongside the Senior Pastor to plan and organize events that will bring families together.
  • Recruit volunteers to assist with events.
• PASTORAL
  • Preach on occasion when the Senior Pastor is unable to be at service.
  • Meet with the Senior Pastor once a week.
  • Attend the Stewardship Council meeting once a month.
  • Prepare annual budgets for your ministries.
  • Attend the Annual Business Meeting.
  • Attend conferences for the Church of God.
  • Assist the Senior Pastor in overall programming of the church, aid in special projects, and implement specific assignments by the Senior Pastor related to general pastoral activities.
  • Go for coffee with the Senior Pastor as needed
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Pastor.

Qualifications:

• A growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• A teachable spirit.
• A definite call to ministry, specifically Family Ministry.
• A person of prayer.
• Ability to preach and teach the Word of God with the boldness of the Holy Spirit.
• 3-5 years of experience in children, youth and/or family ministries preferred.
• Associates Degree in a Bible or Ministry related field preferred.

If you are interested in applying for the Associate Pastor of Family Ministries, please send your ministry portfolio to mhelmick12@gmail.com. Subject: “Associate Pastor of Family Ministries”.

Ministry Portfolio:

1. Cover Letter and Resume.
   1. List 3 References and include their relationship to you, First and Last Name, E-mail address and Cell Phone #.
      1. Pastor Reference
      2. Friend Reference
      3. Employer Reference
   2. If you have a sermon video or recording, please share that link.
2. Background/Ministry Questionnaire.
   1. Please give us a quick snapshot of who you are, including answers to the following questions.
      1. Tell us your salvation story.
      2. How would you best summarize your relationship with God?
         1. What does your personal prayer life look like?
      3. How has the Holy Spirit worked in your ministry?
      4. How would you describe a successful family pastor?
      5. What do you see as the role of the parent, the minister, and the church body in the lives of children, youth and families?
      6. What is your favorite TV show? (Those who say the office might just get to the top of the list)
      7. What is your favorite food? (Mac and Cheese recipes are accepted)