Ministry Openings
The Church Relations Office is grateful for the opportunity to serve churches, organizations and job seekers as they search for a minister/ ministry.
Below is a list of the ministry openings that have been submitted to the Church Relations Office. The openings are provided by the church or organization seeking a candidate and are in no way affiliated with or endorsed by Kentucky Christian University. Job candidates should contact the church or organization listed for further information regarding the position(s).
Ministry opportunities are displayed for a maximum of three (3) months from the posting date.
For assistance with the following please contact Doug Martin – jdmartin@kcu.edu or 606-474-3125:
- To request that an opening be removed if filled sooner than three months.
- Your opening is not filled within three months and you wish it to continue to be available (3-month extension).
- You need to edit the information provided in an opening.
Posted: Apr 18, 2024
Address
529 N. Kirkwood Rd.
Kirkwood, Missouri 63122
Weekly Attendance: 90-100
Website: http://krcconline.comPosition Description
Job Description:
Kirkwood Road Christian Church (KRCC), an independent church whose dependency is on Jesus and the word of God, is excited to invite applicants for the position of Senior/Lead Minister. The successful candidate will join our team of Elders to lead and shepherd our congregation, following the Great Commission by glorifying God and making disciples. We encourage those with a heart for service, love for God, and a passion for delivering the Word of God to apply.
Our congregation is a diverse group from various walks of life and spiritual maturity, bound by faith with the desire to grow spiritually and share the love of God with those who may not know Him. KRCC currently holds one worship service on Sunday mornings, featuring contemporary praise and worship, communion, sermon, and a time of invitation – Children’s Church and nursery are provided. Adult, youth and children’s Bible study is provided before service as well as on Wednesday evenings. KRCC is located in Kirkwood, Missouri, a suburb of St Louis.RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead: The Senior/Lead Minister is expected to lead and shepherd the congregation alongside the Elders, working together to create long-range goals and carry out KRCC’s mission within our church and community.
Minister: The Senior/Lead Minister is expected to prepare and preach scripturally accurate, relevant sermons each Sunday, as well as participate in leading Bible Study and grow disciples within smaller group settings.
Supervise/Mentor: The Senior/Lead Minister is responsible for supervising and mentoring a current 2-person paid church staff (full time Student Minister, and part time Office Manager) and volunteers, fostering teamwork and accountability to support the mission of the church.
Pastoral Care: The Senior/Lead Minister works to strengthen the spiritual health and well-being of the congregation; providing counseling, performing weddings and funerals, and giving pastoral care to the sick and shut-ins.● The successful candidate must be a mature Christian who meets the qualifications of an Elder (1 Timothy 3:2-7 and Titus 1:6-9)
● Have a personal sense of calling from God to Christian ministry (1 Timothy 4:6-16)
● Degree in Christian ministry with practical ministry experience within an organized Christian church
● Preferred 3-5 years of experience in pastoral ministries and 2 years of experience in a lead ministerial role
TO APPLY: Applicants should submit the following materials:
● A resume
● A summary highlighting qualifications and fit for this position
● Sermon audio/video examples (2-3)Posted:
Address
202 S. Plum St.
Maywood, Nebraska 69038
Weekly Attendance: 20
Website: https://maywoodchristian.weebly.com/Position Description
Maywood Christian Church in Maywood, NE is in search of a man to be the new Preaching Minister/Pastor following the retirement of the current one. We are a small Restoration Movement church and are praying for an individual who has a deep love for Jesus and for people, who is well-grounded in solid Biblical teaching, and who is willing to accept the challenges of working part-time or bi-vocationally in a smaller rural setting. One of our chief outreaches to the community is children’s ministry, so we would also like to find a person who enjoys teaching children as well as reaching out to their parents.
Posted:
Position Description
Lycoming Christian Church is seeking an individual to a full-time position as Minister of Children, Youth, and Young Adults. The individual needs a Christian College degree who can work in cooperation with the leadership team to encourage spiritual growth in our church family and especially with the children, youth, and young adults. The individual would create activities to develop programs for teens to promote fun, fellowship, and spiritual development as well as planning, developing, coordinating, and implementing programs for younger children. To receive an application and information packet, please send your request to officelcc68@gmail.com or a request letter to:
Lycoming Christian Church
Attention: Bonnie Williams
20 Chapel Hill Road
Linden, PA 17744
Posted:
Position Description
Job Title: Kids Ministry Director/Pastor (Full Time, Exempt)
About FC: First Christian Church is an Independent Christian Church with a mission to prayerfully partner with the movement of the Holy Spirit to help others move from unbelief to belief in all areas of life. We average 500 kids, students, and adults in attendance each week…and we are growing! Our staff and leadership are committed to spiritual and emotional health in all areas of ministry.
Position Objective: To oversee the Intentional Growth Plan of the Kids’ Ministry (Birth – 5th grade).
Position Description: The primary purpose of the Kids Ministry Director/Pastor is to ensure that services and events across all areas (Birth – 5th grade) are designed, organized, and activated with a strategic focus on FC’s mission to see people move from unbelief to belief in every area of life.
Qualifications:
- Teachable spirit and ability to collaborate well in a team environment
- Self-starter who enjoys learning
- Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to details
- Influential leader who thrives within a team environment
- Committed Christian who practices spiritual disciplines and relational evangelism
- 2 years of training and/or experience working with kids (birth – 5th grade) is preferred, but not required
- A working knowledge of Intentional Churches’ ChurchOS is beneficial, but not required
Abilities:
- To coordinate several activities at once and quickly analyze and resolve specific problems
- To prioritize, facilitate, and complete projects with strategic input and oversight
- To handle confidential matters and material
- To duplicate yourself through recruiting, equipping, and mobilizing others for ministry
- To be a team player
- To be flexible in an environment that is subject to spur-of-the-moment changes
Primary Responsibilities:
- Lead the development, implementation, and execution of Kids Ministry with a focus on involving and equipping volunteer teams
- Implement a holistic approach to programming that includes outreach, discipleship, classes, small groups, large groups, trips, and event experiences
- Create a dynamic Catalytic Weekend Experience
- Create opportunities for kids and families to develop life-changing relationships
- Ensure that giving, serving, and inviting is strategically rooted throughout Kids Ministry
- Lead and/or contribute to other special FC events or programming as requested
- Shepherd and disciple ministry volunteers and their families through emotionally, spiritually healthy leadership
- Provide direct leadership to summer camp experiences
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to Holly Gillespie at hgillespie@fcnewburgh.com.
Mailing Address: First Christian Church, 4544 SR 261, Newburgh, IN 47630 www.facebook.com/fcnewburgh www.fcnewburgh.com
Posted:
Address
400 N Waldron
Fort Smith, Arkansas 72903
Weekly Attendance: 525
Website: http://centralfs.orgPosition Description
Ministry to Students
Who we are:
Central is a community of people who are devoted to following Jesus Christ. We are located in the city of Fort
Smith, Arkansas, and reach out to our community, the Arkansas River valley, our nation and the world. Our vision
is to reach people outside of Christ or outside of fellowship, take care of our people, and engage in the community
around us. Our church community is a growing population of 700 people with an attendance averaging 525. We
have six full-time staff pastors who serve at Central. We use a team approach to ministry.
Our foundation is based firmly upon the Bible. We believe the word of God is sufficient and it is our final authority
on issues of faith and as a guide to living. The Bible is divinely inspired by God, without error, given to man so that
we may know and understand the truth of God and His love for us.
What we are looking for:
Central is looking for a Minster to Students (6 th -12 th Grades) to join our staff. We are looking for a leaders who is
creative and can share fresh ideas. We want someone who is able to think outside the box and lead our Student
Ministry in a fresh, real, relevant and Biblical way. We are open to the Lord’s leading for this position and would
consider someone who is completing their academic training or a veteran student minister.
Qualifications:
Must be a born-again believer with a maturing relationship with Jesus Christ.
Must demonstrate a genuine love for and maintain a good rapport with students and their parents.
Must be able to exercise initiative and judgment as an independent worker.
Must possess and be willing to grow in organizational, administrative, and leadership abilities.
Must be able to equip others for the work of ministry.
Must be able to respond to changing needs throughout the daily and weekly schedule.
Responsibilities:
Please see attached.
If you are interested, please submit resume to: apply@centralfs.org. Thanks for your interest.Job Description
Student MinisterJob Summary
To further the mission of the Church by effectively overseeing, directing, and developing ministries for Students,
including Mid-High and High School ministries. The goal of Student Ministry is to provide specialized care for students as
they develop through discipleship, teaching and social activities so that they mature; conforming to the image of Christ
and actively engaging in His mission.
Expectations
Exhibits a meaningful and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Reflects the characteristics of an Elder as described in I Timothy 3:1-3
Engage in a regular and ongoing accountability relationship with elders and staff.
Accountable to the Lead Pastor.
Implement a plan of continual self-development.
Cultivate personal relationships with students and their families.
Conditions of Employment
Models a Biblical standard of personal conduct and lifestyle.
Supports and adheres to the Mission, Vision, Values, and Philosophy of Ministry of Central.
Duties and Responsibilities
o General staff responsibilities:
Engage in pastoral responsibilities, as assigned, to include teaching, preaching, performing weddings and
funerals, pastoral counseling, assisting in worship services, communion, baptisms, child dedications and
hospital visits.
Assist in establishing ministry goals and objectives, and individual tactics that support the mission and vision
of the Church.
Recruit, train, schedule, equip and supervise volunteers for the ministry.
Propose and administer annual budgets.
○ Mid-High/High School Ministry:
Lead, cast vision, oversee, and direct all facets of the Student Ministry.
Provide visionary leadership and organizational structure for the Student Ministry.
Implement a plan to engage and recruit Central Students for Bible Study, Youth Groups, and outreach.
Train, schedule, equip and evaluate Adult Leaders and Volunteers.
Provide resources and curriculum to Youth Group Leaders and Bible Study Teachers.
Develop and implement a strategy to engage students in the Body Life at Central. Equip students to serve in
Sunday Morning Praise Gathering, 242 Groups, Outreach Events, and children’s ministry (in accordance with
the Child Safety Policy.
Assist new families and guests in taking advantage of Student Ministry.
Approve all curriculum used for Student Bible Studies at Central and give regular reports to the Leadership
Team.
Creatively promote Student Ministries at Central
○ Other Duties:
This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive statement of every duty and responsibility that will be
required of an employee in this position. Therefore, additional duties may be assigned.
Performance and Evaluation
Success in the position will be measured according to the performance assessment tool approved by the Staff Team
Leader and Elders. Performance will be evaluated in relevant areas, including but not limited to: completion of ministry goals and individual tactics, communication, teamwork, leadership, creativity, responsibility, self-motivation, attitude, and potential for growth.Posted:
Address
13845 22 Mile Rd
Shelby Township, Michigan 48315
Weekly Attendance: 300
Website: http://macombcc.org/worshipPosition Description
Applicants must apply at macombcc.org/worship.
LISTING DESCRIPTION
Macomb Christian Church is a church of 300 located in the highly populated northern suburbs of Detroit, Michigan. Our church has the history and the potential of tremendous growth, we just need to build the right team to help lead the way. We have an updated facility, updated technology, and plenty of room for growth. Our church leadership is going through an exciting time of restructuring, development, and casting new vision.The Worship Leader is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Sunday morning worship services. The Worship Leader leads, recruits, trains, and coordinates with Worship Team members to lead biblical, spiritual, and meaningful worship experiences. 15-25 hours per week. Reports to Lead Minister.
BENEFITS PACKAGE:
- Flexible work schedule with the opportunity for partial remote work
- Minimum of two weeks paid vacation; additional vacation is based on experience
- Housing allowance designation
- Retirement plan with employer matching up to 4%
- Convention and continuing education reimbursements and time off
- 12 paid holidays (floating) including three personal days
Applicants must apply at macombcc.org/worship.
Posted:
Address
75 Merrimans Lane
WInchester, Virginia 22601
Weekly Attendance: 102
Website: http://www.firstchristianwinchester.orgContact Information
Mike Moulden Phone: (540) 327-1854 Email: mikemoulden@firstchristianwinchester.orgPosition Description
First Christian Church in Winchester, VA is an independent, non-denominational Christian Church. Our mission is to Love God, Love Others, and Make Disciples for Jesus Christ. FCC currently has 131 active members with an average in-person worship attendance of 102. Another 25-30 join via livestream each week. We have Sunday School classes for adults and children on Sunday mornings, several Bible study groups and prayer groups through the week, and regular youth activities and studies.
First Christian Church is looking for the candidate God is leading to fill the role of Associate Pastor for His church. The chosen candidate will also begin a 2-3 year transition process into the Senior Pastor position. Duties would include preaching at least monthly and gradually increasing until assuming full preaching responsibility, participating in and leading Bible studies, and assisting in congregation wide events and outreach.
First Christian Church is located 75 miles northwest of Washington, D.C. and is in the fastest growing area in Virginia over the past 10 years. We are located on one of the main corridors going into Winchester where thousands of vehicles pass by our property each day. We have a multi-generational congregation. FCC regularly serves our local Rescue Mission and other local programs which assist the homeless in the greater Winchester area.
For more information contact the church office at 540-662-1334 or info@firstchristianwinchester.org. Please submit resumes to info@firstchristianwinchester.org.
Posted: Apr 12, 2024
Position Description
Associate Minister Job Description
Troy Christian Church
The Associate Minister position carries with it the responsibility to help move the church forward to accomplish the mission of “Making disciples who make disciples.”
Areas of Oversight:Outreach
- The Associate Minister is charged with making sure that Outreach remains a primary focus of the church as reflective of God’s heart for people apart from God.
- He will be responsible for providing vision for and the direction of church outreach efforts.
- He will build a team of people who will lead the Outreach initiatives of the church and support outreach efforts by various ministries within the church.
Growth Classes
- The Associate Minister oversees the Growth Class ministry of the church including teachers, classes and curriculum.
- He is responsible for the recruitment, training and evaluation of teachers serving in this ministry.
- He will plan the classes being offered and along with teachers choose curriculum that is Biblically accurate, relevant and supports the strategic direction of the church.
Ministry Teams
- The Associate Minister will oversee all ministry teams that are not age or worship/tech related.
- He will develop leaders and teams that support the mission of “Making disciples who make disciples.”
- He will be responsible for recruiting and training ministry team leaders.
- He will help to create a volunteer culture that encourages serving in a ministry area based on how people are gifted and equipped.
Discipleship Classes
- The Associate Minister oversees the orientation of disciples to TCC through life development classes covering becoming a Christian, church membership, spiritual disciplines, stewardship, serving in ministry, faith sharing and discipleship.
- He will be responsible for recruiting and developing partners in the teaching of these classes.
- He will be responsible for making sure these classes become both a part of our TCC culture and an expected orientation for people new to the church.
Preaching
- The Associate Minister will serve as a partner in the preaching for the Sunday morning worship services.
- He will work in partnership with the Lead Minister with regard to planning and participating in the preaching schedule.
- He will begin preaching approximately 20% of the time and will progressively increase that amount over time.
Expectations for all staff
- Personal devotion to Jesus as shown through spiritual disciplines and personal holiness
- Personal spiritual growth through corporate worship and small group involvement
- Personal commitment to the priority of marriage and family relationships in balance with ministry responsibilities
- Personal involvement in intentional relationships to accomplish the church’s mission to “Make disciples who make disciples”
- A passion for ministry arising from a calling from the Lord
- Commitment to the Elders as church overseers and the Lead Minister as staff administrator
- The building of a team ministry with all TCC staff and elders
- Developing, equipping and empowering volunteers and ministry leaders
- Belief in the Bible as the inerrant Word of God
- Personal ministry development in areas of concentration
- A commitment to the core values of Troy Christian Church
- There is an expectation that a staff member will work a minimum of 40 hours per week in addition to the common hours of worship and small group involvement that are served alongside volunteer members of the church.
- There is an expectation that a staff member will fully participate in faithful financial stewardship in support of the ministry of Troy Christian Church.
Posted:
Address
500 W. Highland Av.
Robinson, Illinois 62454
Weekly Attendance: 610
Website: http://hccrobinson.comPosition Description
Highland Church of Christ is a contemporary church in a rural area with a track record of growth and outreach to the surrounding communities and the world. Highland is an independent, instrumental Christian church of 600+ located in the southeastern Illinois city of Robinson, and is searching for a minister to lead our worship and worship technology areas.
We’re looking for someone with a passion for leading the congregation to worship, the ability to create environments to help them connect with God in a significant way, and the skills to utilize appropriate technology to accomplish both. We’re searching for a leader who relates to both artists and non-artists and can recruit, equip, develop, and deploy other leaders who share that passion for effective worship.
This level of leadership requires an above-reproach lifestyle and a complete commitment to God’s Word, full buy-in to Highland’s Mission and Core Values, as well as our Belief and Teaching statement (see the Highland website for these documents). Also important to us are a college degree in an appropriate discipline and experience in planning and leading worship in a medium to large-size church. The position description goes into more detail on responsibilities.
To help you create an effective worship ministry and environment, you’ll be part of an elder-protected, staff-led leadership model that encourages innovation and smart risk-taking. You’ll also have the support and partnership of an experienced staff team. In addition, the auditorium is modern and offers programming flexibility with an array of first-rate technology.
Compensation is competitive (50 – 60K) plus a retirement contribution and insurance package.
If you’re interested in joining our team, check out the job description and other documents at hccrobinson.com/employment and submit your resume and letter of interest to Mike McElyea at mike@hccrobinson.com.
Posted:
Address
130 Courchelle Drive
Nicholasville, Kentucky 40356
Weekly Attendance: 420
Website: http://jcc.churchPosition Description
Are you a gifted musician able to connect people to Jesus through worship?
Jessamine Christian Church is looking for you! We are seeking a full-time worship pastor that is passionate about worship and being part of a growing family.Job description:
Purpose: The worship pastor will have oversight for the execution of all elements of our worship services. This person is to uphold himself to a high standard of excellence. The worship pastor is to encourage, equip, and help others grow spiritually.
Job Classification: Full Time
Day to day reporting to the executive pastor
Key Responsibilities:
- Recruit, disciple, train, and grow the worship team and tech team.
- Meet weekly with Lead Pastor and worship team to coordinate worship services.
- Instill a standard of excellence in all aspects of the worship ministry.
- Plan and implementation of all elements for worship ministry.
- Oversee the operation of all worship ministry equipment.
- Schedule worship team.
- Pastoral ministry to the worship team and the church family.
- Evaluate and recommend equipment needs for worship center.
- Maintain the appearance of worship center.
- Oversee the graphic arts, design team and social media.
- Prepare and work within the annual worship ministry budget.
Spiritual Criteria:
- Professes Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
- Commitment to personal spiritual growth and model a Disciple Maker lifestyle.
- Models the standards and expectations of leaders within Jessamine Christian Church.
Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Highly called and passionate about leading worship.
- Initiative-taker, good at multi-tasking, prioritizing projects, flexible, and teachable.
- Administrative skills and the ability to work independently without supervision.
- Exemplary presentation and musical skills.
- Strong creative ideation and leadership development.
- Proficient in software pertinent to design and worship such as ProPresenter and
Planning Center.
If interested, submit a cover letter, resume, and a link to a service where you have led to Monty Cooper – monty@jessaminecc.com
Posted:
Address
1480 Orange Rd.
Ashland, Ohio 44805
Weekly Attendance: 65
Website: http://www.ashlandchristianchurch.orgPosition Description
We are looking for a part-time youth minister with the possibility of going full-time when church growth allows. Until such time, the youth minister must be willing to work another job. Responsibilities would be leading children’s worship as well as youth groups and training people to help in the youth ministry. The youth minister should work together with the Sr. minister in planning out the yearly schedule.
Posted:
Address
315 N High Street
Rising Sun, Indiana 47040
Weekly Attendance: 375
Website: http://rsccfamily.orgPosition Description
Rising Sun Church of Christ is a growing church in a rural community. Over the last year, we have grown by over 50% and we are seeing a lot of new faces. We currently have an average attendance of about 375 and it’s growing all the time. Our community is full of young families and this position will be vital in reaching them
Organizational Relationship and Supervision:
This position reports to the Lead Pastor. This position is full time: 40hr/wk.
Job Overview:We are currently hiring for a children’s minster/director that can help our church grow. Above all, we hope to find someone experienced in leading children, who can easily engage with and communicate with young ones and who has a strong love for families. In addition, we seek someone who can attract and retain new kids and families, manage teams of volunteers, and have a mature relationship Jesus.
Qualifications:
- Baptized Christian who feels called into ministry by God
- Strong communication skills, especially with children
- Love for children and families
- Solid organizational and leadership skills
- Ability to build and manage volunteer teams
Children’s Minister/Director – Full Time
Responsibilities:
- Oversee all programming and ministry for children from birth – fifth grade, including on Sunday mornings and any special events.
- Research and prepare a curriculum for each program and each age level.
- Create child-friendly environments, activities, and programming for each age group that fosters learning and encourages spiritual growth.
- Recruit, train, schedule, and lead teams of volunteers.
- Create a strategy for reaching and assimilating new children andfamilies.
If interested, send your cover letter and resume to Shane@rsccfamily.org
Posted: Apr 8, 2024
Address
25330 County Road 42
Paisley, Florida 32767
Weekly Attendance: 40
Website: http://lakeeustischristian.comPosition Description
We are seeking a creative, leader who will help equip the believers to live out the call to make disciples of Christ. Impact Paisley Christian Church is a church plant that has been established for the past two years. There is a great team of people who are faithful in serving the community. If you would like to see the job description or if you have any questions, please feel free to email or call us.
Posted: Apr 6, 2024
Address
1112 N. Post Rd.
Indianapolis, Indiana 46219
Weekly Attendance: 400 and 100 online
Website: http://prcconline.comPosition Description
The Lead Minister will work with the elders to develop vision and direction of the church. The Lead Minister will coordinate and manage 3 full time and approximately 7 part time staff. Regular preaching and teaching will be central to your ministry. a more complete job description link is below.
Please submit a resume or make inquiries by email for quickest responses.
https://prcconline.com/jobopportunitiesPosted:
Address
24457 State Line Rd.
Lawrenceburg, Indiana 47025
Weekly Attendance: 1000
Website: http://brightcc.orgPosition Description
Description of Responsibilities
Student Ministry Assistant (Part Time 20 Hours/Week)
The Student Ministry Assistant will have a noticeable CALL on their life from God to lead in this foundational area of ministering to students from a biblical perspective. Using the word CALL helps us define the primary requirements for the person who will lead in this role.
C for Confirmation. Proverbs 11:14 says, “For lack of guidance a nation falls, but victory is won through many advisers.” Those closest to the individual will be able to confirm that God has called them into student ministry.
A for Abilities. The Apostle Peter writes, “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms” (1 Peter 4:10). The person that God calls to this ministry leadership role will have the gifts and abilities given by God to lead the student ministry with excellence for the Lord Jesus Christ.
L for Lifestyle. The person that will lead this ministry will need to be living a life according to biblical God-honoring principles. The Apostle John put it this way in 1 John 2:6, “whoever claims to live in Him must live as Jesus did.”
L for Longing. The Apostle Paul reminded believers in Rome that passion was evidence of the Christian life and calling to ministry. In Romans 12:11, Paul said, “Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.” The person who leads this ministry must have a passion for leading and developing students in Christ.
Primary Function
The Student Ministry Assistant, in cooperation with the Student Minister, will assist to strategically create, implement, and engage middle and high school students in a variety of weekly, monthly, and annual events, such as life groups, Sunday School, retreats, and camps.
Student Ministry Assistant:
- Work as an assistant to the Student Minister.
- Assist in recruitment, training, and empowering volunteers to reach students.
- Assist with the discipleship and growth of students.
- Assist with maintain a balance budget.
- Maintain a database of members, visitors, and prospects.
- Assist with and promote service and mission opportunities for student ministry.
Evangelism/Spiritual Growth:
- Teaching the Word to students weekly.
- Leading student life groups.
- Making evangelistic calls on prospective students and visitors.
- Involved with discipling, training, and mentoring others to rise to leadership level.
Student Care:
- Visiting with students in homes, hospitals, schools, etc.
- Be available for counseling as needs arise.
Other:
- Cooperate with the elders, and staff members in promoting the entire ministry of Bright Christian Church.
- Participate in special programs at Bright Christian Church.
- Support the works of ministries of Bright Christian Church by practicing the biblical model of stewardship of time, talents, and finances.
Reports to: Student Minister and Lead Pastor