Description

Position Objective: To provide pastoral leadership to the worship and LifeGroup ministries of Crossroads Baptist Church (CBC) of Elizabethtown, KY

Position Description: ?The Worship/LifeGroup Pastor will oversee and produce worship services and special programs, coordinating all encompassing service details based on the theme and overall direction established by the Elder body. He must be a creative, passionate visionary in leading people to God after the pattern of our mission statement. The Worship/LifeGroup Pastor will be a team-builder with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to develop a long-term plan for growing the worship ministry and inspire those around him to join in the pursuit of that vision.

Reports to: ?Administrative Pastor

Supervises:? Worship team and Audio Visual team.

Required Qualifications: 

Spiritual

A clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and a growing personal relationship with Him expressed by ongoing spiritual disciplines of Bible reading, prayer, personal worship, fasting, confession, and fellowship.

Commitment to moral purity.

Commitment to the mission, vision, and worship philosophy of CBC.

A Spirit-led life that exemplifies 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9 and a willing spirit in the life-long pursuit o f sanctification.

Commitment to the CBC Statement of Faith and Members Covenant.

A heart for the spiritual formation of those in the congregation and the worship ministry.

Professional

Demonstrated excellence as a worship leader (minimum: 4 years; preferred: 8+ years)

Past experience leading life groups with a strong commitment to the importance of these groups to the overall spiritual health and growth of the church. 

College education (minimum: bachelor’s degree; preferred: additional seminary degree) or related experience

Skilled use of technology in worship and of sound, lighting, computers, presentation software, and video projection.

Pastoral experience characterized by empathy and a commitment to God’s Word (This does not mean the candidate has to be ordained.) (Minimum: 2 years demonstrated, preferred: 5+ years of demonstrated pastoral experience)

Creative ability to incorporate other art forms (minimum: choral and instrumental arts; preferred: visual, graphic, and/or drama)

Musical skill (minimum: expertise in choral/instrumental conducting; preferred: orchestration ability, personal instrumental proficiency)

Personal

Strong leadership, organization, and administration skills

An enthusiastic stage presence for leading a large church in worship

Positive experience and attitude in managing a team volunteers and building relationships

Proven initiative and willingness to grow professionally

Specific Responsibilities (Worship)

Invest time developing relationships with lost people so as to be effective in pursuing the Great Commission and helping the church to do the same.

Set the standard for serving as lead worshipper in worship services

Plan and direct the corporate worship services of CBC in consultation with the Lead Teaching Pastor and with prayer, conceptual forethought, theological accuracy, variety, and sensitivity to the Spirit, synergy, and musical appropriateness. Ensure that all the musical and technical aspects of the service are well planned, rehearsed, and suited to advance the theme for the day.

Coordinate all aspects of the worship ministry to function together cohesively, overseeing song selection, media preparation and presentation, sound and lighting enhancements, and coordination of all instrumentalists, vocalists, and other participants.

Build and equip the teams to carry out the worship areas of Crossroads Baptist Church.

Collaborate and coordinate with the Family & Missions Pastor to lead and train the youth praise team and family worship

Be a dynamic, adaptable advocate for the worship ministry, its various components, and its mission and vision within the context of the CBC community.

Oversee the worship department budget, organization, and volunteers.

Plan and direct seasonal programs as outreach opportunities.

Direct all weekly activities and rehearsals necessary to facilitate excellent worship experiences in all services.

Lead in pastoral care for all worship ministry members.

Research and introduce our worship team to worship training provided by conferences, books, or other ministries.

Build contacts and relationships with local musicians, studios, and organizations for both evangelistic and staffing purposes.

Set, attain, evaluate, and modify short-term and long-term goals for the worship ministry that align with the vision and mission of CBC.

Specific Responsibilities (LifeGroups)

Execute the overall vision of the LifeGroups Ministry while providing direction, administration, development, and oversight of the LifeGroups while working in concurrence with the overall mission, vision, values, and strategies of CBC. 

Create a healthy leadership pipeline of new leaders. 

Respond and connect anyone searching for a LifeGroup.

Create and keep an organized and updated list of LifeGroups within Realm

Oversee the creation and resources for all LifeGroup Curriculum. 

Maintain integrity and confidentiality in all sensitive matters. 

Plan for future needs concerning programming, curriculum, supplies and budgets.

Plan, recruit, execute and review LifeGroup events.

Model Christ-like leadership to everyone on your team, co-workers, and the church.

Be the primary leader of all things LifeGroups and act as the 1^st contact for life groups with an ability to communicate direction and vision.

Connect with your team, leaders, and coaches through emails, phone calls and one on one meetings on a regular and consistent basis.  

Be willing to speak into the direction and success of the LifeGroups Ministry.

Regularly invest in the lives of your leaders.

Be able to work well with others – team culture. 

Demonstrate proficiency in all computer programs used for attendance and daily operations.

Ensure that the LifeGroups and special events are accomplishing their established wins. 

Applications/Resumes can be submitted to randy@crossroadsetown.com