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Associate Pastor of Family and Worship Qualifications: Education & Experience: 3 years experience on staff in a ministry context MDiv, ThM ideal but not required Competencies: Personal disciple-maker Proven track record of effective leadership Persuasive and engaging communicator (written and oral) Problem-solving skills Proficient in use of social media Capable of basic graphic design/website development General Qualifications: Meeting the 1 Tim. 3, Titus 1, and 1 Pet. 5 qualifications for church leaders Exhibits a personal and growing relationship with God, a teachable spirit, and a healthy family life Pastoral philosophy of equipping and discipling Commitment to teach approach to ministry including delegating responsibility to team members Teacher with a love of God's word Relational style of leadership and ministry Joyful spirit and good sense of humor Capable of creating and executing a long-term vision for music & student ministries Seek to integrate student ministry into all phases of church life to create a culture that is intentionally intergenerational, striving to unite with and complement other church ministries Understanding and desire to live in rural East Town of approximately 3,000 people Specific Qualifications: Recruit, disciple, and sustain a team of volunteer leaders for both music and students Engage student's parents as vital partners Teach and equip students and leaders in small and large settings Communicate well with parents and come alongside families, especially in times of crisis Communicate well with church leaders and members Relate to the unique needs of teenagers in today's culture Ability to lead singing and play guitar at minimum but other instruments a bonus Plan worship service including song selection and schedule musicians/singers as needed Appreciation and willingness to use both hymns and modern songs Understanding of audio & visual equipment Ability to recruit and train other people to help with music Responsibilities: Ensure that the music and student ministry is functioning in an effective, focused manner Recruit, train, and mobilize a ministry team for the music and student ministries Follow through with the volunteer screening process to ensure a competent and qualified body of volunteer adults Submit an annual budget to the Finance Team and Senior Pastor Oversee the expenditures of the budget allocated towards the music and student ministries Oversee fund-raising efforts for student ministry trips Build relationships with faculty and staff at the middle/high school Act as a direct report for the preschool and children's ministry staff, ensuring a cohesive discipleship strategy with smooth transition Develop comprehensive, well-balanced biblical instruction Assume the role as primary teacher and provide teaching opportunities to other qualified volunteers Create and oversee a student leadership group Develop other singers and musicians to build the music team Participate in staff meetings Lead annual or bi-annual student mission trips and/or summer camps Attend as often as possible student events at school (ie., sports games, music competitions, FFA, etc.) Keep Senior Pastor informed of potential situations of concern Always learning and growing through books, articles, podcasts, and conferences Sunday morning platform participation General responsibilities as assigned by Senior Pastor #J-18808-Ljbffr Southern Baptists of Texas Convention

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