Pastor of Adult Ministries

Job Title: Pastor of Adult Ministries

Department: New Life East

Reports to: Lead Pastor

Status: Full-Time | Salaried

Schedule: Sun – Thurs | 40 hours

Supervisory role: No

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New Life Church's mission is to make disciples in the Pikes Peak region, by calling people to worship, connect and serve.

Job Summary

To serve New Life Church by overseeing the development, implementation, and coordination of all adult ministries at New Life East, including but not limited to: men's, women's, groups, outreach, Alpha, Rooted, Formation Nights, etc.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure the New Life East adult ministries calendar is cohesive, thoughtful, and feasible.
• Plan and execute Men's, Women's, and Formation programs and initiatives in partnership with New Life East pastoral staff.
• Work with New Life East Outreach Coordinator to help groups engage with local and global serve pathways at New Life East.
• Develop robust and evergreen small groups program at New Life East.
• Serve as pastor and liaison for all group leaders (training, care, managing group dynamics, providing curriculum, etc.).
• Serve as primary voice and advocate for all adult ministries opportunities at New Life East.
• Assist in the general pastoral care of congregation.
• Preach and service host as requested.
• Communicate regularly with supervisor about departmental issues.
• Assist supervisor with special projects, events, and diverse tasks in support of the department.
• Attend department meetings, regular all-staff meetings and other meetings as required.
• Utilize a thorough understanding of New Life Church employee policies and procedures.
• Work in close association with the entire staff to build and maintain a strong team environment.
• Cooperate with leadership by performing any other duties when asked to do so.

Pastoral Duties

• Serve as Pastor on Call and Pastor on Site (as designated by each congregation), providing timely pastoral care, support, and crisis response as needed.
• Conduct pastoral visits to congregants in hospitals, homes, and care facilities, offering prayer, encouragement, and spiritual direction.
• Actively participate in worship services and ministry activities, including leading prayers, assisting in sacramental responsibilities, and supporting service flow.
• Provide biblical counseling and guidance to individuals and families, maintaining confidentiality and pastoral sensitivity.
• Collaborate with ministry teams and staff to foster congregational care, uphold church values, and support the overall mission of New Life Church.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong people skills
• Strong leadership and team building abilities
• Detail oriented and self-motivated
• Able to analyze complex situations and develop solutions
• Ability to read and carry out written and oral instructions
• Strong computer skills, including familiarity and experience with a variety of software applications such as; MS Office Suite applications – Word, Access, Publisher, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Experience with email, such as MS Outlook.
• Strong organizational and office skills
• Ability to handle constantly changing priorities and demands.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetical functions.
• Ability to verbally communicate effectively and tactfully at all levels.
• Personable and helpful attitude
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and to complete projects with little guidance
• Able to work under pressure
• Maintain the confidentially of sensitive information

Education and Experience

Education: Bachelor's degree and/or master's degree in Biblical Studies, Theology or practical ministry preferred

Experience: A minimum of 5-8 years of experience working in a local church context developing ministry, preaching and teaching.

Working Conditions and Requirements of Office Environment

Physical Demands:

Regularly required to sit and occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Close visual acuity is necessary to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.