Associate Pastor jobs in Illinois

Job Description :

The Associate Pastor will work closely with the Senior Pastor in fulfilling the mission of Trinity Church to build a community where faith, family and friendships thrive.

This will entail providing spiritual guidance and support, developing and excuting ministry, events and outreach, assising in leading services, and managing the day-to-day operations of the church.

There will be a lot of freedom and collaboration to continue building up Trinity Church for the future.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual guidance and support to members of the church and community
• Identify and develop leaders
• Lead worship services and special events
• Preach, teach and disciple
• Oversee church staff, volunteers and ministries
• Develop and execute outreach vision and programs
• Initiate and maintain meaningful relationships with church members and future church members
• Work with Jr. Warden to oversee care of facilities

Requirements and Qualifications

• Degree in theology (preferably MDiv or equivalent)
• 3 of experience as a pastor
• Ordained within the Anglican tradition; otherwise ordained in a similar tradition with a willingness to be ordained within Anglicanism
• Demonstrated leadership and pastoral experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and administrative skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

To apply, please submit the following :

• A cover letter expressing your interest in the position and outlining your qualifications.
• Your current resume or CV, detailing your education, experience, and accomplishments.
• A brief statement of your personal faith journey and theological beliefs.
• One references from previous / current church staff such as pastors, elders, etc.

The Process

• Submit your documents
• There will be an intial screening
• Interviews
• Further Reference Checks
• Possible in person preaching and meeting with current leadership
• Final selection
• Onboarding and Integration

We thank all applicants for their interest. We will do our best to respond to everyone.