Community Life Pastor Grace Community Church

Position Overview The Community Life Pastor is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of the small group and discipleship ministry at Grace in alignment with the overall vision, mission, and core values of the church. The areas of responsibility and leadership of this role include adult small groups, discipleship groups, women’s and men’s community events, and assimilation ministry and processes. Essential Functions Build upon and manage the overarching community life ministry strategy to include small groups, along with men’s and women’s events. Oversee all small group curriculum – including approval of material for each group and suggestions for leaders. Identify, motivate, and develop volunteer leaders in the ministry to ensure success and health of groups and events. Consistently gather with volunteers to facilitate community, discipleship, and unity in vision and mission. Provide pastoral leadership for small group leaders, and leaders involved in men’s and women’s events. Develop and manage in each area a volunteer leadership structure that equips lay leaders to fully lead and disciple others. Plan and coordinate the groups calendar with a focus on offering group opportunities that appeal to a variety of demographics. Work closely and coordinate with all ministry leaders for various community life ministry needs to promote unity. Coordinate with the Reach Pastor to facilitate local serving opportunities for groups and group members. Identify spiritual growth and discipleship opportunities for the Grace Church family. Help facilitate not only the “open” and general impact groups, but also the “closed” discipleship-focused groups. Develop and execute annual goals that align with the vision, mission, and core values of Grace Community Church. Plan and manage appropriate budget needs for all community life ministry areas. Assist on site groups with room and equipment setup and tear‑down. Pastoral/Management Functions Lead and develop the Community Life Assistant. Develop department strategies and procedures as needed. Attend Pastoral Team meetings on a regular basis. Participate in the 24/7 pastoral on‑call rotating schedule. Assist in preaching at the request of the Lead Pastor. Personal Functions Foster a deepening relationship with the Lord. Be a servant‑leader willing to serve up or down the organization. Maintain proper balance between ministry and family. Demonstrate a heart for people and connecting them to Jesus. Handle conflict in a God‑honoring way quickly and effectively. Develop personal evangelism opportunities within and outside of the church. Cheerfully give at least the tithe (10%) to the vision and mission of Grace Community Church. Engage in continuing education, coaching, mentoring, conferences, and always be willing to grow. Other Functions Participate in staff and other meetings as necessary. On occasion may be asked to participate in other ministry related activities. Do whatever it takes to further the vision, mission, and strategy of Grace. Minimum Position Requirements Good computer skills. Great relational skills. Highly organized. Minimum of 3 years of pastoral ministry experience. Desire and willingness to quickly learn new skills. Strong desire to connect in community with others and help others connect in community. Quickly be able and willing to uphold and cast vision, mission and strategy of Grace Community Church. Currently tithe or be willing to begin tithing. Flexible and willing to step out of comfort zone when appropriate. Love God, His Word and His church. Benefits Pastoral Housing Allowance (currently licensed or ordained minister). Health Insurance. Paid Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Jury Duty, and Voting Leave. 10 Holidays + Week after Christmas off. Cell Phone. Retirement Match. #J-18808-Ljbffr