Epikos Church in Milwaukee, Wisconsin has a mission to make more and better disciples. At Epikos Church, the gospel of Jesus Christ is central to everything we are. They are looking for a Worship Pastor/Director to join their team. This person will be responsible for cultivating worship services and Worship and Tech teams that point their congregation to make much of Jesus Christ. Fostering authentic, multi-ethnic worship is a key value at Epikos church.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
– Overseeing and leading the worship staff across all Epikos campuses
– Overseeing worship at the West Allis campus weekly and running rehearsals
– Setting the vision for the worship experience across all Epikos campuses
– Inviting and empowering others to be a part of the Worship and Tech teams

SKILLS YOU NEED TO HAVE
– A demonstrated track record of spiritual maturity and character consistent
with the biblical requirements for Pastoral leadership
– Experience working in a leadership role in a church with a track record of leading teams through healthy ministry growth and progress
– Strategic in nature, with the ability to see and implement the steps that it
takes to get from here to there
– Self-motivated, without the need for micromanagement, and team-oriented

THE AREA
Milwaukee is a wonderful city located in southeastern Wisconsin on the shore of Lake Michigan. It has plenty of cultural diversity and is home to the champion Milwaukee Bucks. It offers a lakefront art museum and plenty of summer festivals. Milwaukee is also home to many excellent restaurants and is also close to many outdoor hiking and biking trails for the outdoor enthusiast.

Real Hope Community Church in Lake Mills, Wisconsin, is looking to add an Associate Pastor/Elder & Church Planter to their team. They would like to hire someone who can serve in the Associate Pastor role for a year while developing relationships with a core church planting team and learning the DNA, discipleship structures, and programs of Real Hope before being launched with a solid group of leaders/families to plan a new church in a neighboring community 10 miles away. The position would have flexibility with gifting, and require pastoral function, church planting capacity, and preaching and teaching capabilities.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:
– Developing relationships with the core team and strategize church plant launch
– Strategizing timeline and approach of new church plant launch
– Leading Real Hope to be a church that makes disciples who make disciples
– Assisting the Lead Pastor in executing the mission of the church by equipping the saints and leaders for the work of ministry.

SKILLS YOU NEED TO HAVE:
– Worshipper and lover of Jesus
– Humility
– Servant Leadership
– Team Player
– Hard worker, but also knows wisely when to rest

THE AREA: People enjoy living in Lake Mills because of the lake, the proximity to the interstate and distance from Madison and Milwaukee, and the small-town feel. People are moving out of Madison area especially to get out of Dane County and live a in smaller community away from the craziness of Madison. Lake Mills is really a beautiful community and the majority of people pick living here within Jefferson County. The lake and downtown area are a huge draw and because it is a lake community, and there are several Illinois residents that summer here.

Conroe Bible Church of Conroe, Texas is seeking a Pastor of Student Ministries to join their team. They are seeking someone who loves Jesus and loves students. This person will oversee all of the ministries to students, ages 11 to 18. The Pastor of Student Ministries will shepherd the Junior and Senior High students and their families through an incarnational ministry by getting involved in students’ lives, as well as enlisting, equipping, and encouraging the adult volunteers in the student ministries.  We have students who know a great deal of the Bible. The challenge of this role will be to help these students learn to live it and help students who know a great deal about Christ learn to experience Him.

What you’ll be doing:

• Coming alongside in equipping the parents for discipling their students to Jesus
• Bringing God’s Word to bear upon the students as the primary teacher for student gatherings, through counseling, and equipping for service
• Understanding and practicing the spiritual dynamics of authentic biblical community
• Communicating and relating well with students and their parents

What you need to have:

• Spiritual maturity
• Teachable and humble
• Like to laugh
• A gatherer of people who enjoys people
• Honest and trustworthy
• Able to speak truth and live grace (not rigid)

Conroe provides easy access to Houston and its amenities as the fourth largest city in the United States, without having to live in an urban environment. There are major sports leagues, an international airport, museums, parks, and the arts are readily available. The Gulf coast (Galveston) is ninety minutes south via interstate. We have a major university (Sam Houston State) thirty minutes north, another sixty minutes south (University of Houston), and another (Texas A&M) seventy-five minutes west. Outdoor sports are in abundance because of Lake Conroe (recreational boating, fishing), the National Forest (hiking, hunting), deer leases, city parks, and numerous golf courses.

Access Church in North Branch, Minnesota, is looking for a dynamic Worship Director to join their team. Their passion is to draw people into a growing relationship with God through Jesus Christ. The next Worship Director will be responsible for overseeing the worship ministry of Access Church, including our worship team of about 15 talented band musicians and a similar- sized tech team resourced with a complete A/V/L system. This position will help create a culture of excellent and engaging services that draw people into a growing relationship with God through Jesus Christ.

What you’ll be doing: 

• Overseeing and building the worship teams
• Overseeing and building the tech teams
• Helping plan and create irresistible gatherings for the church
• Training, developing and pouring into leaders within the worship ministry
• Creating and implementing plans for ministry growth (budgets, training documents, etc.)

What you need to have: 

• Ministry training and worship-leading experience are extremely valuable
• High level of theological knowledge (and the ability to weed out inaccurate theology in songs)
• Experience leading in contemporary worship settings
• Intermediate knowledge of music theory and ability to direct/lead band members musically
• A heart for songwriting, recording, and experience in a gigging environment where secular music is not frowned upon but seen as a tool

North Branch is the stereotypical bedroom community. They are not quite rural, but definitely not suburbia, either. One of the best parts about living in North Branch is the slower pace of life. It’s not uncommon to hear that people like that there’s no “hustle and bustle.” They are a very family-focused community where kids’ activities and sports are abundant. The location is great – less than an hour north of the Twin Cities and just over an hour south of Duluth. It’s a beautiful country with every amenity, shopping, and entertainment within a short drive.

Grace Bible Chapel in Rising Sun, Maryland, is in search of their next Senior Pastor. This non-denominational church is looking for a shepherd who will be responsible for preaching every Sunday morning, leading staff and, with the elder board, setting and promoting the vision of the church. The Senior Pastor must share the church’s passion for strengthening families through their ministries and for global missions.

What you’ll be doing:

• Regularly exhort the church to trust Christ in all aspects of their lives through transformational, not just informational preaching
• Identify, develop, teach, and equip Christ-like leaders • Lead all public worship services
• Oversee administration and church staff
• Biblically shepherd believers through the challenges to the faith so that they are strengthened and equipped to boldly share the Gospel

Skills you need to have:

• A minimum of ten years of church ministry experience with a minimum of five years as Lead Pastor, or equivalent (e.g. Campus Pastor, Associate Pastor of a large church)
• Prior experience managing multiple staff and serving alongside other full-time ministry professionals
• Seminary degree from an evangelical seminary with either a Master of Divinity or Master of Arts in Theological Studies
• A heart for pastoral counseling
• Experience in community outreach

Cecil County is located in the most northeast corner of the state, bordering Delaware and Pennsylvania. Rising Sun, in particular, is rather rural and agrarian. Those who live here feel it is a great place to raise a family and put down roots, including many options for educating their children. Located in the Upper Chesapeake Bay area, the church is approximately 10 minutes from the mouth of the top of the North East River, which provides ample recreational opportunities where you will also find delightful shops and some excellent restaurants. If you enjoy the beach, Rising Sun, is approximately two hours from the Delaware and New Jersey beaches. Baltimore, MD and Philadelphia, PA are barely an hour away if you wish to catch a ballgame or visit a museum. And, if you wish to visit our nation’s capitol, we are 2 hours from Washington, D.C.

New Hope Fellowship in Westminster, Maryland, is seeking a family pastor to join their team. This position will lead the Next Gen team and will oversee all areas of Family Ministry associated with New Hope. The Family Pastor will work in tandem with the Lead Pastor to disciple, empower, and engage families.

What you’ll be doing: 

• Providing leadership, coaching, direction, and vision for all of Family Ministries.
• Recruiting, training, and coordinating volunteers for Family Ministry Classes, Connection Groups, Family Events, and Marriage Groups, alongside the Student Ministry and Children’s Ministry staff.
• Overseeing and developing staff and volunteer team members in Family Ministries.
• Applying strong biblical standards and appropriate child development knowledge to meet the needs of NHF’s children in curriculum selection, programming, child discipline, classroom organization, etc.

Skills you need to have: 

• Humble
• People-smart
• Able to connect with teens and adults
• Able to cast vision and bring that vision to life
• Administratively gifted – has to be able to plan and execute

Located in Carroll County, Maryland, Westminster offers residents a beautiful urban-suburban community mix with many families and young professionals living here. The public schools in Westminster are highly rated and we are home to a popular liberal arts college, McDaniel College. We are in close proximity to Baltimore, Frederick, Washington, DC, Gettysburg, and the Chesapeake Bay.

Cochranton Community Church in Cochranton, Pennsylvania, is looking for an experienced Pastor of Students and Family Life to join their team. This person will build young disciples for Christ by developing and implementing a comprehensive approach to child and youth ministry (in the areas of group building, worship, discipleship, mission, and outreach) while serving as a spiritual leader and role model. Along with this, the Pastor of Students and Family Life will foster spiritual development for the entire family by providing resources and opportunities for parents to learn and excel in their ability to create a Christ-centered environment in the home.

What you’ll be doing:
• Overseeing and coordinating all aspects of the children’s and student ministry (cradle through 12th grade)
• Being an advocate for youth and educating the congregation about the hopes, concerns, and needs of youth in the local church and community
• Creating a presence in the community by building relationships with local middle school and high school leadership
• Helping plan, organize, and oversee Sunday morning children’s activities (Orange curriculum), and Sunday evening student activities
• Building relationships with parents for ongoing ministry opportunities
• Assisting with the pastoral needs of the entire congregation (pastoral care, leadership, teaching, preaching, etc.)

Skills you’ll need to have:
• Leadership
• Passion
• Relational and relationship building
• Self-direction
• Organizational skills

Cochranton is the true definition of a close-knit community. This is a place where people take care of one another, and folks take pride in their small town. The community pulls together for various events such as Memorial Day services and the annual fair, and the support for our local sports teams is never lacking. Cochranton is as safe a town as you will come across and a wonderful place to raise a family. While out in the country, we are within easy driving distance to larger cities such as Erie and Pittsburgh, PA, which are host to professional sports, art, and culture centers.

The Community Co Church in Forest Lake, Minnesota, is in search of their next Lead Pastor to provide leadership and oversee the direction, thrust, and ministry of the entire church. They are looking for a spiritual leader to preach and teach God’s Word, administer ordinances and lead members in a practical Christian life. They are looking forward to what the future holds at The Community Co (short for co-op) and are hopeful for their next leader to generate excitement and direct the church in their sense of purpose.

What you’ll be doing: 

• Set the vision for the church to generate excitement for the future direction of the church and the lost.
• Lead all public church services
• Oversee staff providing counsel, encouragement Christian discipline when needed
• Be the spiritual leader and shepherd of the church

Skills you need to have: 

• A love for Jesus that flows from eyes and lips
• Love for people
• Seminary degree
• Lighthearted and fun
• Vision for leading the church

Forest Lake is a great city that is growing each year but still has the love and connection of community to feel small and known. We have beautiful lakes in and throughout our community that are perfect for swimming, boating, paddle boarding, fishing, picnicking, and good old family fun…or snowmobiling, ice fishing, and snowshoeing for those that prefer the winter season! Our main street hosts many local businesses and restaurants and great walking paths provide great accessibility and opportunity for connection throughout our city.

At Seneca Community Church (SCC) in Romulus, New York, their mission is to make a difference in people’s lives wherever they are by leading them into a growing relationship with God through Christ. They believe that to keep moving towards this mission, the next integral step is to add a full-time associate pastor to the church’s staff. The Associate Pastor will serve with the Lead Pastor to provide supportive leadership in the areas of pastoral care, leadership development, discipleship, youth/young adult ministry (direct oversight), children’s ministry (indirect oversight), preaching, and the overall spiritual health of SCC.

What you’ll be doing:

• Assisting with the Sunday preaching ministry
• Being responsible for the planning, organizing, promoting, evaluating, and continued growth of a comprehensive student ministry (6th – 12th grade)
• Developing and being responsible for the planning, organizing, and promoting of a young adult ministry for those out of high school through their late 20s
• Assisting in discipleship development, serving as a facilitator/teacher
• Assisting in providing ministry counseling to the church membership and members of the community
• Overseeing and further developing the Community Group ministry, including training/mentoring leaders, facilitators, and hosts

Skills you’ll need to have:

• Ability to preach and teach
• Be strategic and practical in planning and organization
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Use professionalism and discretion at all times
• Maintain a high level of excellence and quality

The Town of Romulus is beautifully situated at the heart of the Finger Lakes between Seneca and Cayuga lakes. Romulus is predominantly agricultural and tourism-focused with historical museums, nationally renowned wineries, and many other attractions. We are also close to Taughannock Falls, Watkins Glen Park and Raceway, Finger Lakes National Forest, and an hour’s drive to Syracuse, Rochester, and Ithaca. We are a tight-knit community and the cost of living is affordable.

First Baptist Church Everett, in Everett, Washington, is in search of their next Director of Worship and Communications. They are looking for someone who will be a culture-shaper, giving overall creative direction to weekend services as well as their communication platforms and strategies. S/he will be empowered to bring fresh vision and energy to our team, positioning FBC to build bridges of connection beyond ourselves.

What you’ll be doing:

• Revitalize the culture of the worship team including developing worship leaders, drawing in new team members and introducing new music
• Be primary worship leader and oversee all music/production components at weekend services
• Create an engaging and authentic atmosphere in worship
• Create a consistent look, tone and feel to communications
• Give strategic direction to all channels of church communication

Skills you need to have:

• Relational, authentic leadership
• Proficiency in leading worship
• Proficiency with digital/social media and print communications technologies and platforms
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Everett is a diverse community located 25 miles north of Seattle, set between the Cascade Mountains on the east and Port Gardner Bay on the west. Everett offers no shortage of activities including outdoor activities, a vibrant arts, culture and music scene, delicious dining, pubs and breweries, Angel of the Winds Arena, and family-oriented festivals year-round. Newly-established Washington State University Everett sits across from Everett Community College. In addition to outdoor recreation, arts and culture, and higher education, Everett is also the home of the Boeing Company, Funko, and other high-tech enterprises.