Assistant Pastor

Meet April Sound Church DENOMINATION: Interdenominational WEEKLY ATTENDANCE: 310 Adults, Kids, and Youth April Sound Church in Montgomery, Texas is a growing, interdenominational, multi-generational community committed to loving God, loving people, and living on mission together. Rooted in historic biblical Christianity, the church exists to be a gathered and sent community equipping and empowering people to Love God, Grow Together, and Be The Church. April Sound Church envisions itself as a “town square” church, seeking to be a steady, Christ-centered presence in the community; serving our neighbors in times of crisis and celebration, being a formative gathering space for believers, and engaging and shaping the broader culture for the glory of God. Their heart is to be a strong local congregation, that’s faithful with all that God has entrusted them with and called them to – beginning with the basics of: The Simple Gospel, the Great Commandment (Matthew 22:34-40), the Great Community (Acts 2:42), and the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20). About the Assistant Pastor The Assistant Pastor at April Sound Church serves as a pastoral leader who empowers, equips, and shepherds the congregation and staff. The role also develops and cares for systems that build up the Church and advance our vision and values, in partnership with and under the direction of the Lead Pastor. The ideal candidate has a passion for the local church and a proven track record of helping it thrive. Responsibilities Guiding Ministries & Leaders Recruit, equip, enrich, and empower ministry leaders. Help nurture vision & values and work with staff to align their goals accordingly. Uphold ministry leader guidelines and expectations. Implement & Maintain Effective Church Systems Maintain Church Management Software & Database. Oversee and maintain guest assimilation and discipleship pathway. Develop effective ministry and discipleship structures to move towards overall Church vision. Care for and improve existing ministries. Oversee & Coordinate Church Wide Events & Gatherings Assist in coordinating and planning worship services & special services as needed, including preaching rotation & sermon series development. Give oversight to Membership Classes, Ministry Fair, Small Group Socials, Church Work Day, Team Night, etc. What you bring The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Assistant Pastor: Education and Experience Bachelors in Ministry or Related Field (preferred). Denominational ordination or licensing (preferred). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Interdenominational knowledge & ecumenical heart. An appreciation of rich traditions of the church and historic Christianity (Church Fathers, Creeds, Liturgies, etc.). Additional skill sets like photography, videography, social media, worship, highly encouraged. Proficient Biblical, Liturgical, and Theological knowledge. Proficient computer & tech knowledge. Administrative and Organizational giftings. Demonstrated history of leading and serving within a local church. Responsibility for people or ministry areas. Personal Characteristics and Qualifications Evident relationship with Jesus Christ in accordance with fruit of the Spirit & beatitudes Passion for the gospel Commitment to support the doctrines of the Church Self-motivated What it’s like to live in Montgomery, Texas Montgomery, Texas sits about an hour north of Houston along the Lake Conroe corridor. The city continues to grow rapidly, with new neighborhoods and families moving into the area each year. Montgomery offers the “best of both worlds”: a slower pace and a strong sense of community, with quick access to the amenities of the greater Houston region. For candidates with families, the local public schools are a meaningful strength. Montgomery ISD is widely regarded as a strong district and is rated highly by third-party evaluators. Outdoor recreation is a normal part of life here—between Lake Conroe, the Sam Houston National Forest, and the San Jacinto River, there’s plenty of boating, fishing, hiking, and time outside within a short drive. (And for travel, Houston’s major airport is generally within reasonable driving distance.) April Sound itself is a unique, multi-generational lakeside community—some residents have been here since the 1970s, alongside many newer neighbors. The privately owned April Sound Country Club is a central feature of the neighborhood and includes dining, swimming, fitness, racquet sports, and 27 holes of golf. #J-18808-Ljbffr