Pastor jobs in Oklahoma City, OK

Description

• Work with the Student Ministries to help our students find and follow Jesus Christ.
• Develop and implement an outreach strategy that will reach students and assimilate them into the ministry
• Foster a Christ-centered culture of discipleship that is energetic and innovative
• Address the spiritual, relational, and emotional needs of students and volunteers and lead by example in meeting those needs
• Work with the other Pastors in Student Ministries in the selection of curriculum and curricular goals
• Work with Student Ministries to identify, recruit, equip, and support volunteers for Student Ministries
• Provides direction and feedback for the weekly gatherings, quality of teaching, and programming centered on Christ in coordination with the other Pastors in Student Ministries
• Develop and maintain a good system of pastoral care for our students in partnership with small group leaders
• Collaborate with other Pastors in Student Ministries to create and implement an annual ministry plan
• Provide ongoing evaluation of the growth and quality of Student Ministries
• Develop plans and establish goals for improvement on an annual basis, at a minimum
• Develop and implement methods for connecting students and their parents/guardians to the church body
• Complete administrative duties required to fulfill the role of Student Pastor (expense reporting, budget tracking, etc.)
• Work closely with the Connections Pastor to ensure background checks are accomplished for all volunteers in Student Ministries
• Assist in maintaining the highest possible ministry standards and professional ethics in accordance with the goals, Purpose Statement, and Core Values of CCC
• Support the leadership of CCC, contributing to the spirit of unity among the staff and congregation
• Represent CCC in civic and ministry-related efforts as approved and/or requested
• Perform any other duties or tasks to accomplish responsibilities associated with this position or as may be needed or assigned to fulfill the needs, mission, and goals of CCC

• Exhibit a passion to walk with people in their faith development.
• Be a proven and effective leader in the areas of responsibility attached to this position.
• A multi-tasking team player with high energy, strong interpersonal skills, and a positive attitude.
• Strong leadership and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Possess a current unrestricted driver's license.

Physical & Other Requirements for Position

• Be able to walk a long distance (up to a quarter of a mile); and be able to lift and carry 25-35 lbs. parcels for distances of up to 500 feet.
• Able to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.
• This is a safety sensitive position where the employee holding this position had the responsibility of his/her own safety and the safety of others including minors.
• Drug free workplace.

• Pastoral care - Student Ministry
• Understand and support Crossings Statement of Faith, Vision, Goals, Ministries, and Core Values
• Perform pastoral duties as assigned or needed
• Be open to learning and embracing the core principles and values of Crossings ministries and its Wesleyan roots
• Willing to be credentialed by the Church of God or through a like-minded body

• Possess an undergraduate degree, at a minimum, or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding of the contemporary youth culture, family dynamics, and the local church
• Ordained minister preferred
• Preferably with a minimum of 4-6 years of experience in student ministry
• Attends Crossings on a consistent basis to understand the culture, mission, and vision

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