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Worship Pastor

CrossCreek Church

Colleyville, TX

$75,000

CrossCreek Church | Colleyville, TX Worship Leader Job Description Position Type: Full Time Position Summary CrossCreek Church is seeking a full-time Worship Leader to provide pastoral, spiritual, and organizational leadership for the worship ministry. This individual will champion CrossCreek's mission of leading every generation to know and follow Jesus by cultivating Christ-centered worship, developing leaders, discipling volunteers, and building healthy ministry systems that extend beyond Sunday mornings. The Worship Leader will work closely with the Senior Pastor, Pastor of Community Engagement and staff to create worship environments that support the preaching of God's Word, engage the congregation, and develop the next generation of worship and production leaders. Primary Responsibilities Spiritual Leadership - Model the biblical qualifications and character expected of a church pastor (1 Timothy 3). - Lead from a vibrant and growing relationship with Jesus Christ. - Shepherd the worship ministry through discipleship, encouragement, and pastoral care. - Invest in volunteers, musicians, and leaders spiritually as well as musically. - Foster a culture of prayer, humility, and dependence upon the Holy Spirit. - Support the overall mission, vision, and values of CrossCreek Church. Worship Leadership - Plan and lead engaging, Christ-centered worship services and special events. - Lead worship vocally and instrumentally with musical excellence. - Collaborate with the Senior Pastor on sermon planning and worship flow. - Ensure worship experiences effectively support biblical teaching and congregational participation. - Continue developing both in-person and online worship experiences. Worship & Production Team Leadership - Recruit, equip, schedule, and develop worship and production volunteers. - Provide leadership for vocalists, instrumentalists, worship leaders, and technical arts teams. - Foster a culture of excellence, preparation, and spiritual health. - Oversee worship planning systems, rehearsal processes, and ministry communication. - Utilize current worship technologies, including Planning Center and related ministry software. Leadership Development A significant responsibility of this role is developing people, not simply leading services. Responsibilities include: - Identify and mentor emerging worship leaders. - Develop musicians, vocalists, and production volunteers. - Invest in CrossCreek's Residency Program through coaching and leadership development. - Create leadership pathways for future worship pastors and ministry leaders. - Lead weekly staff worship gatherings. - Help cultivate a healthy volunteer culture throughout the worship ministry. Creative Leadership - Encourage creativity that supports CrossCreek's mission and teaching. - Help create meaningful worship moments that engage every generation. - Collaborate with communications and creative teams on worship environments. - Explore opportunities for original worship music and creative expression. - Lead church-wide nights of worship, prayer gatherings, and leadership events as needed. Qualifications Spiritual Qualifications - Demonstrates biblical character consistent with church leadership. - Growing relationship with Jesus Christ. - Strong commitment to Scripture and conservative evangelical theology. - Passion for making disciples who make disciples. - Ability to shepherd volunteers and ministry leaders. Leadership Qualifications - Proven experience leading worship in a healthy local church. - Demonstrated ability to recruit, develop, and lead volunteer teams. - Strong organizational and communication skills. - Collaborative leadership style. - Ability to lead through influence, humility, and servant leadership. Musical Qualifications - Excellent vocal ability. - Strong instrumental proficiency (guitar or piano preferred). - Experience directing bands and vocal teams. - Working knowledge of worship technology and production systems. - Ability to create engaging worship experiences across multiple generations. Preferred Experience - 7–10+ years of worship ministry leadership experience. - Experience leading multiple worship services. - Experience developing worship leaders and ministry pipelines. - Experience collaborating on church-wide ministry initiatives. - Experience working alongside senior leadership teams. What Success Looks Like The successful candidate will: - Build a healthy, disciple-making worship ministry. - Develop leaders who multiply leaders. - Shepherd volunteers with wisdom and care. - Create worship environments that faithfully support the preaching of God's Word. - Help strengthen CrossCreek's culture of discipleship, leadership development, and mission. - Lead with both spiritual maturity and musical excellence. About CrossCreek Church CrossCreek Church exists to lead every generation to know and follow Jesus. Located in Colleyville, Texas, CrossCreek is a healthy, growing, multi-generational church committed to biblical teaching, authentic community, leadership development, and making disciples who make disciples. The church values humility, collaboration, excellence, generosity, and a deep commitment to God's Word. Through thriving Kid and Student ministries, Connect Groups, the CrossCreek Residency, and church planting initiatives, CrossCreek is investing in the next generation of Kingdom leaders.

Youth and Young Adults Pastor

Montavilla Church

Portland, OR

$45,000 - $50,000

Youth/Young Adult Pastor Job Description Summary: This full-time position is an opportunity to serve the body of Christ by allowing one’s being with Jesus to overflow into leading and guiding the Middle School, High School, and Young Adults ministries at Montavilla Church. Reports To: Lead Pastor Hours: Full-time (Salary) Pay: $45-50K (depending on experience) plus benefits, vacation, and sick pay. Required Attendance: - Staff meeting - Every Monday at 2:00 pm - Ministry Leadership Team Meeting - 1st Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm - Regular check-ins with the Lead Pastor - Regular check-ins with Youth Group staff and Young Adults staff - Wednesday night Youth Group at 7:00 pm - Pastoral oversight of Young Adults ministry - Occasional youth events General Qualifications: - Born-again Christian - Model biblical commitment and become a member of Montavilla Church. - Model a Christ-like character in speech, attitude, and biblical standards of morality and sexuality (1 Tim. 4:12; Luke 6:40; Col. 3:17; Titus 2:7–8; 1 Thess. 2:10, 5:22). - Demonstrate a priority and commitment to regularly be still before the Lord (Psalm 46:10) - seeking His presence, wisdom, and guidance. - Organized, self-motivated, and takes initiative. - Committed to Montavilla’s mission, vision, values, and beliefs. - Holds a pastoral philosophy of equipping and discipling. - Strong teacher with a love for God's word - Demonstrates a relational style of leadership – committed to a team approach. - Possesses a joyful spirit and good sense of humor. - Able to work without direct supervision. - Available to Lead Pastor, other staff, parents, and youth workers of the church. - Spanish fluency a plus but not required. Duties & Responsibilities: - Develop and sustain a comprehensive growth strategy that includes Middle School, High School, and Young Adults ministries that includes the English and Hispanic communities. - Work with Young Adults leaders and staff to develop a redefined and renewed vision for the Young Adults ministry while helping secure a healthy pathway from youth ministry into adult church life. - Nurture a unified youth strategy between the English and Hispanic communities. - Provide overall pastoral care for the youth and young adults by offering biblical guidance and support to help youth and young adults navigate personal, academic, work, and peer-related challenges. - Invest in and nurture youth staff and student leaders. - Attend worship services and various church events while encouraging the youth and young adults to do likewise (lead by example). - Continue one’s own personal growth and development through external input. - Build bridges between the church and the surrounding public school system and ministries. - Recruit, disciple, equip, and empower youth staff and parents. - Identify, recruit, equip, and mentor a dedicated leadership team passionate about disciplining and investing in the youth and young adult communities. - Foster a welcoming environment where youth and young adults can deepen their faith through biblical teaching, build authentic Christ-centered relationships, and engage in local and global service. - Lead and support Youth and Young Adults ministry staff - ensuring alignment with the church's mission, vision, and values. - Collaborate with other ministries at Montavilla to create a seamless transition for the elementary into youth, youth into young adults, and young adults into other groups/ministries at Montavilla. - Plan teaching topics and curriculum with Youth staff and Young Adults leaders along with the Lead Pastor. - Be intentional in the personal lives of the youth (either directly or through youth leaders) to support youth outside of church and youth group activities. - Manage Youth and Young Adults ministry budget. Education or Occupational Experience: - Youth Pastor experience preferred. - Internship with a youth ministry and/or serving on youth staff for 2+ years minimum. - Theological Degree preferred but not required. Note: Please review the Candidate Profile for a more comprehensive overview of this position.

Children's Ministry Director

Concord Church

St. Louis, MO

$45,000 - $60,000

Children’s Ministry Director Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt Senior Staff Job Description - Comprehensive Job Summary: The Children’s Ministry Director provides Christ-centered leadership, vision, and direction for Children’s Ministry staff and volunteers, cultivating a life-giving, gospel-centered ministry for the children and families of Concord Church. This role ensures that every ministry environment—from the nursery through 5th grade—helps children know, love, and follow Jesus through biblical teaching, worship, discipleship, and meaningful relationships. Working closely with the Senior Pastor and pastoral staff, the Children’s Ministry Director helps integrate children’s ministry into the church’s mission of helping people of all ages and abilities Connect, Grow, and Serve. This role also equips parents to serve as the primary disciplers of their children and develops ministry rhythms that foster lifelong discipleship and spiritual growth in Jesus Christ. Experience and Knowledge Required: • Ability to communicate the Gospel clearly and joyfully to children through various means and to equip others to do the same. • Leadership background and experience serving children and their families. • Ability to articulate and implement the vision of Concord Church. • Exceptional, proven leadership and communication skills with staff and volunteers. • Superior interpersonal skills working with people of all ages and abilities. • Solid theological grounding and creativity in selecting or developing biblically faithful, Christ-centered curriculum development. • Leadership background and experience serving children and their families in ways that promote spiritual formation and discipleship. • Ability to articulate and implement the vision of Concord Church in a way that reflects a robust biblical worldview. • Positive attitude and positive approach to problem-solving. Must be solution oriented. • Computer competency and/or ability to learn quickly in Planning Center, Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) etc. • Strong organizational and time management skills and pursuit of excellence through attention to detail. • Ability to plan for continued personal and ministry growth. • Preferred – experience including children with neurodiversity and various skill and ability levels. • Preferred – some college completed successfully. • Essential Functions and Responsibilities: o Manage all aspects of ministry to children from birth to 5th grade at Concord Church. o Ensure that every ministry environment is intentionally shaped by the Gospel, Scripture and age-appropriate discipleship practices. o Maintain strong communication and relationship with Senior Pastor to ensure the vision of the church is implemented in all aspects of children’s ministry. o Collaborate with Senior Pastor to analyze effectiveness of the ministry and adjust as needed. o Track growth for future development. • Lead and Train Ministry Teams: o Recruit, develop, and train high-quality leaders for volunteer roles to execute all aspects of children’s ministry for weekend and midweek classes and services. o Develop and oversee the implementation of policies and enforce compliance, including—but not limited to—background checks, security procedures in children’s areas, and disaster preparedness. o Communicate consistently with staff and volunteers. o Equip volunteers and staff not only in logistics and safety but also in shepherding children spiritually, modeling Christlike character, and communicating biblical truth with clarity and joy. o Lead regular volunteer meetings for all staff and volunteers working with children from birth to 5th grade; this time could be focused on prayer for the ministry, training of new volunteers, empowering staff and volunteers to fulfill their unique roles in advancing the Gospel through this ministry at Concord Church. o Function as liaison between children, parents, volunteers, senior staff, and elders. • Disciple and Encourage Families: o Develop healthy community among parents, encouraging and modeling rhythms of family discipleship and such as prayer, Scripture reading, worship and service. Coordinate with Senior Pastor as needed to connect to the adult Sunday morning experience. o Provide resources and guidance that help parents embrace their role as the primary disciplers of their children. o Communicate with families as a group and individually, particularly when they are new or have been away for an extended period. o Provide parent-child “New Christians Class” before baptism to ensure that children understand their decision to follow Jesus and be baptized. • Develop and Oversee the Sunday & Wednesday Experience for All Children: o Develop or locate an engaging Gospel-centered, Scripture-rooted curriculum that reflects the teaching of Concord Church and is inclusive to children of all abilities. o Ensure that every gathering includes opportunities for children to hear the Gospel, practice spiritual habits, and grow in their understanding of God’s Word. o Purchase classroom supplies and set up rooms weekly. o Schedule volunteers. • Manage Special Event Planning for Children’s Ministry: o Easter focus, Vacation Bible School, Fall event, Christmas presentation o Other events as needed • Complete Administrative Tasks: o Oversee all aspects of department administration including payroll, P.O. processing, budget forecasting, purchasing, and departmental account tracking. o Develop and/or approve all internal and external communication representing the Concord Church children’s department. o Maintain current background checks. o Maintain and monitor Children’s Ministry Facebook pages and website content. • Coordinate with Other Staff and Church-wide Ministries: o Organize paid childcare staffing for applicable events: recruit, interview, and process paperwork with financial office. o Coordinate with Youth Pastor to streamline calendaring for families and provide transition for students moving into that department. o Coordinate with Maintenance Director for room repairs, upgrades, and equipment. o Coordinate with Missions Director or ministry leaders to teach children to serve by planning regular service projects (e.g., local school, Thanksgiving baskets, school supplies, food, Operation Christmas Child, Community Giveaway, Loving and Caring Ministry). o Coordinate with office administration to use Planning Center for activity promotion, attendance, registration, payment, and reports. o Function as liaison between Concord WEE School and Concord Church ministries. Physical Demands: • High energy • Great deal of walking • Some lifting and moving furniture like folding chairs and tables • Some lifting of children Extent of Public Contact: • Children, families, and volunteers • Concord staff members • Local schools and mission organizations • Some public speaking from the stage or on video Personal Attributes: • Jesus-follower in personal life with evidence of spiritual maturity, humility, and a growing walk with Christ • Heart for children and their families, with a desire to see them formed by Scripture and anchored in the Gospel • Positive attitude, fun, enjoyable • Heart of a servant • Loyal, flexible, organized and a team player who models Christlike character in all interactions • Commitment to the mission and doctrine of Concord Church Supervision - Staff and Volunteers: • Staff - up to 2 employees • Regular volunteers for Sundays and Wednesdays Benefits: • Competitive Salary • Moving Expenses • Health Insurance • Matching Retirement • Paid Holidays • Paid Vacation • Collaborative Work Environment • Supportive Senior Pastor & Elders • Creative Freedom

Student/Young Adult Minister

Grace Point Church

San Antonio, TX

$40,000

Job Title: Student Minister Status: Non-Exempt Department: Next Generation Ministries Revised: 6/15/2025 Location: Grace Point Church Position Summary The Student & Young Adult Minister provides leadership, vision, and oversight for the student ministry (6th–12th grade) and young adult ministry (18–30). This person is responsible for creating environments where students and young adults can encounter Jesus, grow in their faith, build meaningful relationships, and become disciple-makers. The ideal candidate is a relational leader, gifted communicator, team builder, and culture creator who is passionate about partnering with parents in the discipleship of students and helping young adults find community, purpose, and spiritual growth within the local church. Primary Responsibilities Student Ministry Leadership • Provide vision, leadership, and oversight for all student ministry environments. • Plan and execute weekly gatherings, small groups, discipleship opportunities, retreats, camps, and outreach events. • Develop a clear pathway that helps students move from attending to growing, serving, and leading. • Recruit, train, and develop volunteer leaders who can effectively disciple students. • Build a ministry culture that is welcoming, engaging, safe, and centered on spiritual growth. • Create opportunities for students to discover and use their gifts through service and leadership. Family Discipleship & Parent Partnership • Champion a philosophy of family discipleship that recognizes parents as the primary spiritual influence in a student’s life. • Equip parents with practical tools, resources, and encouragement to disciple their children at home. • Maintain regular communication with parents regarding ministry events, spiritual milestones, and discipleship opportunities. • Build strong relationships with families through intentional connection and pastoral care. • Develop parent gatherings, training opportunities, and resources that strengthen families and support spiritual formation in the home.Young Adult Ministry Leadership • Lead and develop a thriving ministry for college-age and young adult individuals. • Create environments that foster biblical community, spiritual growth, and meaningful relationships. • Develop leaders who can facilitate groups, mentor others, and expand ministry impact. • Connect young adults into the broader life of the church through serving, leadership, and discipleship opportunities. • Address the unique spiritual, relational, and vocational challenges facing young adults. Team Building & Leadership Development • Recruit, train, and shepherd volunteer leaders for both student and young adult ministries. • Build healthy leadership teams that reflect the mission, values, and culture of the church. • Develop systems for onboarding, coaching, appreciation, and ongoing leader development. • Identify and mentor emerging leaders and future ministry volunteers. Measures of Success • Success will be measured not simply by attendance growth, but by: • Students and young adults are taking measurable next steps in discipleship. • Parents actively engaged in the spiritual development of their children. • Healthy volunteer teams that are growing and multiplying. • A strong ministry culture marked by belonging, leadership development, and spiritual growth. • Increasing numbers of students and young adults serving, leading, and making disciples. • Effective integration of the next generation into the life and mission of the church. Qualifications & Characteristics • Embodies Grace Point’s Vision Frame and Team Values. • Has a personal commitment to and experience in a healthy life group. • Maintains a consistent devotional life of prayer and Bible study. • Demonstrates observable Christian behavior with family, friends and community. • Self-feeding, self-motivated, self-leading individual. • High degree of competence as a leader of leaders with the ability to multiply. • Ability to meet deadlines with high quality standards. • Exemplary interpersonal, oral and written communication and presentation skills. • Ability to prioritize, organize and take on responsibility and accountability. • Ability to recruit, retain, and appreciate leaders. • Strong work ethic and high enthusiasm and passion while demonstrating appropriate balance in life and ministry. Relationships & Contacts Reports to: Executive Minister Organizational Relationships: Ministry area leaders and volunteers, generational staff, administrative support staff External Relationships: Para-church organizations, local churches, vendors, as required. Hours/Shifts: 40+ hr work schedule, may vary due to events and demands of ministry areas. Default will be Sunday – Thursday (generally 8 am-5 pm with flexibility) but will/ Can vary as needed to support the ministry calendar. Working Conditions: On-site with some travel to off-site meetings and occasional conferences. Work conditions include general labor, lifting, bending, stooping, and reaching. Email Resumes to jordan.gregory@gracepoint.org

Worship Pastor/Director

Sonrise Church

Hillsboro, OR

$70,000 - $85,000

Sonrise Church is looking for a full-time Worship Pastor/Director to lead our church in honest, Scripture-centered worship. This person will help create Sunday gatherings where people can encounter Jesus, participate freely, and take their next step in faith. This role is pastoral, relational, and team-focused. We are looking for someone who can lead worship well, care for volunteers, build healthy teams, and partner with church leadership to shape meaningful worship gatherings. Key Responsibilities The Worship Pastor/Director will: - Plan and lead worship for Sunday services and special gatherings - Choose songs that are biblical, singable, and aligned with Sonrise Church - Recruit, schedule, train, and care for worship and production volunteers - Develop worship leaders, musicians, vocalists, and tech team members - Lead healthy rehearsals and communicate clearly with the team - Work with pastors and staff to plan worship gatherings - Use technology to support worship and remove distractions Desired Qualifications We are looking for someone who is: - A mature follower of Jesus with a growing life of worship, prayer, and Scripture - A strong worship leader, vocalist, and musician - Relational, humble, and able to build trust with others - A team builder who develops and empowers volunteers - Comfortable working with worship, band, vocal, and production teams - Organized, dependable, and able to create healthy ministry systems - Aligned with the vision, values, and theology of Sonrise Church Preferred Experience - 5+ years of experience in a similar worship ministry role - Experience leading bands, vocalists, and production volunteers - Familiarity with Planning Center, ProPresenter, and basic live production systems - Ability to work well with pastors, staff, and volunteers - Ministry or music training is helpful but not required Position Type: Full-time - Reports To: Executive Pastor of Arts - Location: Sonrise Church, Hillsboro, Oregon - Schedule: Sundays, rehearsals, staff meetings, and special events - Compensation: Base salary range $70k-$85k, based on qualifications and experience *as a full time position, this is also eligible for a benefits package Our hope is that this leader will help Sonrise become a church where worship is honest, Scripture is central, participation is eager, hospitality is radical, and people are continually invited to take their next step with Jesus.

Student Pastor

Highlands Fellowship

Bristol, VA

The Student Pastor will lead and inspire students in grades 6–12, helping them experience life with Jesus by being with Jesus, becoming like Jesus, and doing what Jesus did. This role provides a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of students by creating environments where they can encounter Jesus, build authentic relationships, grow in their faith, and discover their God-given purpose. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Vision and Strategy Development Collaborate with student ministry leaders across all campuses to develop and implement a comprehensive vision and strategy for Student Ministry that effectively reaches and disciples students. This teamwork-driven approach ensures consistency and unity across our church's student ministries. Volunteer Leadership Build, equip, disciple, and care for a volunteer team that is deeply committed to investing in, leading, and nurturing students. This aspect of the role is crucial for sustaining and expanding the ministry's reach and impact. Teaching and Modeling Lead by example, teaching and demonstrating what it means to be a fully devoted follower of Jesus. Serve as a role model not only to students but also to your team of volunteers. Creative Biblical Teaching Serve as the primary communicator for student gatherings, delivering engaging, relevant, and biblically grounded messages that connect with students in today's culture. Creating Engaging Environments Develop fun, safe, and age-appropriate environments where students feel welcomed, can explore their faith, ask questions, and experience authentic community. Building Relationships Establish meaningful and supportive relationships with a diverse group of students, ensuring every student feels known, valued, and connected. Community and Church Engagement Actively champion the vision of Student Ministry within the church and seek opportunities to extend its influence into the community, building connections that reach beyond the church walls. To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to: hr@hf.church