Greetings! We are in the process of seeking a Family & Children's (K-6th) Pastor to help us accomplish our mission of "helping people find and follow Jesus" by partnering with parents and families as a Team to disciple their children so that they have the best opportunity to become life-long followers of Jesus Christ.
New Life Community Church is a thriving, non-denominational church located in beautiful Asheville, NC. We began New Life in 1997 and currently average about 650 over 2 Sunday morning services. Our mission is "helping people find and follow Jesus" and we are committed to reach the community and the world to "equip disciples to make disciples" as they follow closely to Jesus. Though we are growing significantly in numbers, our highest priority is creating a culture of discipleship and encouraging transformational change through an ever- growing relationship with Jesus.
Please read through the job qualifications carefully. As we describe in detail the qualifications for this job and the responsibilities that we deem essential for a qualified candidate, we ask that you carefully review the qualifications as you consider whether your skills and experience would be an appropriate fit for us both. Especially important to us is the completion of a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 3 years experience in Children's Ministry. Additionally, your personal parenting experience will translate well in relating to parents experiencing the challenges and joys of parenting. Respectfully, we will only respond to those applicants who appear to meet the job requirements and would be a likely fit for our Ministry Team. We are grateful for your interest and pray God will lead us both to the best connection possible!
PURPOSE
The role of the Family and Children's Pastor is to help New Life Church accomplish our mission of "helping people find and follow Jesus" by partnering with parents and families as a Team to disciple their children so that they have the opportunity to become life-long followers of Jesus Christ as they live on mission with Him.
REPORTING: The Family and Children's Pastor reports to the Lead Pastor.
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:
GENERAL MINISTERIAL DUTIES:
The Family & Children's Pastor shall also perform general ministerial and shepherding duties in the fulfilment of their role and as required from time to time by the Lead Pastor. These duties may include counseling, care, teaching/preaching and visitation.
New Life Community Church is a thriving, healthy, non-denominational church located in beautiful Asheville, NC. We were established 21 years ago and currently average about 650 in 2 Sunday services.
Our mission is "helping people find and follow Jesus" and we are committed to the adventure of making reproducing disciples in our community and around the world. Our highest priority is discipleship and participating in nurturing transformational change towards an increasingly passionate relationship with Jesus.
New Life strives to provide environments that are welcoming to guests and "regular attenders" coming from all places along both the faith and socio-economic continuums. Our ministries are relevant and impactful for "starters" and " returners" as well as for those who are more seasoned in their spiritual life.
Asheville is a very vibrant city with a diverse, eclectic population which provides great opportunity and challenge in reaching people with the gospel of grace. We have an excellent Staff Team that enjoys great chemistry together as well as enjoying the adventure of collaberating and creating innovative ways to serve God and help others know Him.