1300,S.,Mill,Avenue,Tempe,,AZ,85281, POSITION:, , , Pastor ...

1 1300 S. Mill Avenue Tempe, AZ 85281 POSITION: Pastor of Family Ministries ACCOUNTABLE TO: Executive Pastor SALARIED/HOURLY: Salaried/Exempt DIRECT REPORTS: None JOB SUMMARY The Pastor of Family Ministries serves the church by directing all aspects of preschool, children s, youth and family ministries in harmony with the doctrine, purpose, and distinctives (hereafter vision ) of Church on Mill. EXPECTATIONS The Pastor of Family Ministries will support the ministry of Church on Mill by implementing the overall church vision to preschoolers, children, and youth in an age- appropriate manner. The Pastor will represent the ministry of Church on Mill through a growing, Christ- like character, and commitment to Jesus as Savior and Lord.

2 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Serve as an example of godliness, humility, and disciple- making Develop and sustain ministry for 0- 18 year olds that emphasizes the biblical priority of: o parents (or caregivers), o cross- generational evangelism/discipleship, and o healthy peer relationships Consistent with Ephesians 4:11- 16, build, train, encourage, and invest in church members who serve 0- 18 year olds and their families through exceptional volunteer ministry teams Lead on- going opportunities for volunteer recruitment, training, and encouragement Provide spiritual care to 0- 18 year olds and families Welcome, disciple, encourage, care for, and communicate with 0- 18 year olds and their families (or caregivers)

3 Arrange for follow up and exploration of baptism with new believers in the family ministry Lead or co- lead a Gospel Community Support Gospel Communities as they disciple and minister to children, helping them see the value and contribution of their youngest group members Direct and ensure that the 0- 18 year old ministries provide at least the following weekly ministries with biblical faithfulness and ministry excellence: o Preschool, Children s and Youth Sunday School o Preschool and Children s Church o Worship Care o Wednesday Night Preschool, Children s and Youth Activities 1300 S. Mill Avenue Tempe, AZ 85281 o Greeters For Preschool and Children s Sunday ministries o Gospel Communities that intentionally include 0- 18 year olds Direct a limited number of intentional events to provide outreach to new people and further development of spiritual growth and relationships with existing 0- 18 year olds.

4 Events should be in harmony with the vision of Church on Mill. Examples include: o Family Fun Nights o Holiday Celebrations o Vacation Bible School o Children s and Youth Camps o Parent/Child Development Connection Classes or Seminars o Children s and Youth Mission Trips Effective team ministry as a member of the Church on Mill staff Other duties as assigned by the Executive Pastor REQUIREMENTS Theological acumen and proven spiritual maturity Minimum 2 years demonstrated children, preschool, or youth ministry experience Bachelor s Degree Member of the church To apply for the Pastor of Family Ministries position please send an e- mail to: Please attach the following: 1.

5 Resume And a word document including the following: 2. References Please utilize the following format: Relationship to you. First and Last Name. E- Mail address. Phone. o Pastor reference o Friend Reference o Employer Reference 3. Background/ Ministry Questions o Please describe how you came to know Jesus Christ and two or three ways that you have experienced growth in your Christian walk in the last 2- 3 years. o What do you see as the role of the parent, the minister and the church body in the lives of children, youth and parents? o What evidence of the Holy Spirit's work through your personal ministry have you witnessed in the lives of others?

6 O What do you believe is the role of community in a church body?