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Northside Church of Christ in Bloomington, IL, is seeking a fulltime senior minister. Responsibilities include preaching and teaching, encouraging and modeling evangelism, prayer and community service, mentoring, helping members cultivate spiritual gifts, assisting members is crisis situations, officiating weddings and funerals, helping with assimilation of new members, and directing staff. We offer a competitive salary with benefits. We are a welcoming and non-traditional congregation of people from all walks of life. For us, the essentials of our faith include a belief in Jesus Christ and salvation through his blood; the acceptance of God’s grace through faith, repentance and baptism; the Bible is the inspired word of God; and the promise of eternal life with God.

We are seeking a minister who is well-grounded in the Restoration movement, with a record of soul-winning, Bible -based preaching, and strong written and verbal communication skills. A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a Bible-related filed (or equivalent experience) is preferred.

Please send a resume with three references and a link to a video that demonstrates your preaching ability to: northsideministersearch1@gmail.com.

All candidates must have at least two years schooling towards a theological degree, or matching studies under an ordained minister in either a Church of Christ or Christian church (With a letter from that minister stating the candidate is trained and able to perform the work of a Youth Minster).

Candidate must agree with the church beliefs as outlined at https://afcofc.org/about/what-we-believe

The primary duties will be

1. Calling on the youth and counseling them
2. Organize and maintain the youth ministry during the week for proper structure and preparation.
3. Design and/or oversee all youth group activities on Wednesday nights making sure there are spiritual activities associated with them.
4. Coordinate, conduct, or oversee 1^st hour bible school, 2^nd hour junior worship and 3–5-year-old child care on Sunday mornings.
5. Plan, coordinate, and lead workers for the yearly VBS program during the summer months.

It is expected that the youth minister will pledge his membership within the congregation.

Please email us at pulpitcommittee@afcofc.org

Start Date: June 2024

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Direct, oversee, and co-shepherd the family community of First Christian Church.
• Collaborate with the lead minister to effectively incorporate family ministry into the annual sermon schedule.
• Build relationships in order to recruit, equip, and empower effective ministry teams.
• Lead and/or staff the Sunday worship experience of children birth-5^th
• Choose and lead the preparation of age-appropriate curriculum for each age level.
• Provide children’s ministry team members with all necessary materials and information, allowing appropriate preparation time.
• Study and understand the spiritual and other developmental needs of children.
• Partner with and equip parents on how to best disciple their children effectively.
• Utilize social media to service the goals of the children’s and family ministry of FCC.
• Utilize strategic programming to disciple and equip both children and parents.
• Lead periodic children and family events.
• Participate in the overall life of FCC (small groups, special events, special services, etc.)
• Oversee the administration and maintenance of the children’s ministry, including an annual budget.

The perfect candidate will possess the following skills and qualifications:

• Ministry related degree from an accredited 4-year school.
• 3+ years ministry of children’s ministry experience in a church or parachurch context.
• Heart for families and the next generation of Christianity.
• Proven ability to develop children’s ministry workers and leaders.
• Experience communicating the Gospel and God’s Word in an accessible way.
• Ability to organize children’s ministry outings and trips.
• Ability to connect with, disciple, and empower parents to raise godly children.
• Ability to respond to written and electronic communication in a timely, professional manner.
• Sold-out commitment to Jesus and the call to do whatever it takes to see people know his love.
• Humility and a sense of humor.
• Hunger to grow as a leader and further develop skills to their fullest potential.
• Someone who is well organized but can be flexible in a team setting, while still being able to meet deadlines.
• Someone who is looking to not only function in a healthy team but build a healthy team of their own to support the church as a whole, not just their own ministry.

We believe that skills can be taught, but character and drive cannot.  If you possess the ability to learn, grow, and develop relatively quickly, please do not let lack of experience discourage you from applying for this position.

Application Requirements:

In your application packet please include a resume with at least 3 professional references, cover letter, and either audio or video demonstration of teaching such as a sermon, Sunday School class, or Small Group discussion.

For digital application packets: jordan@fccmonmouth.com

For physical application packets:

ATTN: Jordan Schultz
First Christian Church
514 N. Sunny Lane
Monmouth, IL 61462

The Christian Church of Manteno is seeking a dynamic, biblically based Senior Minister. The ideal candidate will possess a love for the Lord, a focus on spiritual growth and evangelism, and have strong leadership qualities and a willing heart to serve the community. We would prefer a married man with a balanced life devoted to family, church and prayer.

About the Christian Church of Manteno:

Our church has an average weekly attendance of 100 loyal members that are eager to serve. The Christian Church of Manteno is debt free and is served by 4 Elders, 6 Deacons and 3 Trustees with a unified vision to grow the church.

Manteno is a village of 9,500 located 50 miles south of Chicago, Illinois. This semi-rural community is located in Kankakee County. Its motto is “the Village of Values and Opportunities.”

Qualifications:

The successful candidate should …

• Have a Bachelor’s or equivalent degree from a Bible College preferably in preaching
• Have 5 years of preaching experience preferred
• Be living a life in accordance with biblical principles
• Be demonstrating strong leadership and teaching qualities in their life
• Be experienced in growing the church body – spiritually and physically

Please submit 3 sermon links/transcripts or CD’s, examples of teaching or ministry leading, resume, references and a cover letter or video introduction to:

Christian Church of Manteno

401 E Third St

Manteno, IL 60950

Competitive salary and moving assistance will be provided for the selected candidate

Lead Pastor Sample Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide spiritual leadership and pastoral care to the congregation, fostering a culture of faith, love, and service.
2. Develop and deliver engaging, biblically-based weekly sermons during worship services, as well as on special occasions and events.
3. Plan and lead services, collaborating with the worship team, and ensuring that services are meaningful and spiritually enriching.
4. Provide pastoral care for members of the congregation, including visiting the sick, counseling those in need, and offering support during times of crisis.
5. Facilitate and encourage spiritual growth and discipleship through the development and implementation of small group ministries, Bible studies, and other educational programs.
6. Work with church leadership and staff to establish and execute a vision and strategic plan for the church’s growth and leadership development.
7. Engage and build relationships within the local community, participating in outreach and mission activities, and collaborating with other organizations to address community needs.
8. Oversee the administration and management of church operations, including budgeting, financial planning, and personnel management in the church office.
9. Mentor, supervise, and support church staff and volunteers, fostering a positive, collaborative work environment with robust leadership development.
10. Perform other pastoral duties, including weddings, funerals, baptisms, and dedications, as required.

First Christian Church is looking for our next student minister!

FCC is a Bible-believing, non-denominational church located in Northwest Pennsylvania.  FCC is located in Meadville, PA which is equally distant between Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and Buffalo, NY.

With a thriving children’s ministry, there are many opportunities here with our students (7th -12th grade and college age students).

In general, our primary goals would be to:

• Build relationships.
• Engage students in their lives.
• Encourage students to build relationships with God and help develop a strong spiritual foundation.
• Share Jesus with our community.

Along with the contact information already provided,  you can contact me (Robert McGuire, Senior Minister at FCC) for further information at robleemcguire@gmail.com, or 234-244-7578.

We have a part time opportunity for an individual who would like to serve alongside us at West Side as our Children’s Minister. West Side is located in Lebanon, Ohio, about 30 minutes between Cincinnati and Dayton. You can visit our website to learn more about our church. You can view the job description on our website at http://www.wscoconline.com/employment-oppurtunities.html. You can email your resume to our contact information.

Details regarding what we’re looking for in a new preaching minister is located at mtzioncoc.com.

The Director of Youth Ministry, a part-time position, will be responsible for shepherding the children and youth of First Christian Church on their journey to becoming followers of Jesus Christ.  This will include:

• Planning, developing and resourcing youth programming for children and youth.
• Teaching or facilitating First Kids, a children’s Sunday morning ministry for K-5th grade, from 9:30 am – 10:30 am and again fro 11:00 am – noon.
• Facilitating or teaching a youth Sunday School class for grades 6-12.
• Preparing and delivering the Children’s Moment (a brief lesson geared to children in preschool through 5th grade) during the Sunday morning worship service.
• Planning, developing and resourcing programming for youth groups (grades 6-12) and youth sponsors.  Youth groups meet on Sunday afternoons/early evenings (time negotiable).
• Coordinating and assisting volunteers with St. Andrew’s Kids, an after-school arts-based children’s program for K-5th grade (2nd and 4th Wednesdays during school year from 4:30 – 6:00 pm).
• Developing and maintaining an active volunteer base.  When volunteers are not available, assume primary leadership for programming.

Qualifications would include:

• Have a committed spiritual life, grounded in Scripture and the traditions of the church.
• Have experience working with children, youth and families.
• Possess the ability to create, lead and grow well-rounded, biblically grounded programs for children and youth.
• Be able to work and relate to all people on the theological spectrum and have a strong desire to work with the laity of the congregation.
• Have excellent organizational and developmental skills, have a caring nature, and be able to listen to and communicate successfully with a broad range of people, but particularly with children and young people.
• Post-secondary education is desired, but not necessarily a requirement.
• Hold a valid Driver’s License and be able to drive a van.
• Be well organized and proficient with electronic communication and social media.
• Have a genuine love for children and be enthusiastic about working with the youth.

Involves an average of 20 hours per week.

Resumes and inquiries should be addressed to:  office@firstchristianchurch.org