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Lifehouse Community Church is a young non-denominational church in Oskaloosa, IA (one hour from Des Moines).  The Pastor (graduate of Moody & DTS) was in youth and family ministry for 25 years in three different churches before coming to Lifehouse around nine years ago.  With continued growth, the leaders of the church are looking for a Co-Pastor who is gifted in teaching and would be able to share teaching responsibilities.  This person's other responsibilities would depend on what their giftedness and passions are (worship, youth, administration, counseling, small groups, etc....).  This would be a great opportunity to work side by side with a seasoned pastor in a church that is alive and growing.  Feel free to call 641-295-0899 to inquire more about this excellent ministry opportunity.

General Vision-  Ensure biblically accurate, engaging, age and environment appropriate worship is happening at all applicable student and college ministry programs. Essential Job Functions  Lead out in collaboration and planning of the worship elements for the services of Student & College Ministry. Direct all weekly activities and rehearsals necessary to facilitate worship in weekly services Participate as a member of the Worship Leaders Team, a team of leaders that collaboratively help shape the function and feel of the worship culture at Veritas  Expectations Be A Member Of Veritas Church This leader will commit to us theologically, missionally, and philosophically. Be A Pace Setter In Life And Work This leader will lead out in what we are asking others to do. Be A Leader Of Leaders This leader will equip the saints for the work of ministry through recruiting, developing, and empowering leaders to lead others in worship. Be A Shepherd Of People  This leader will be radically relational in spiritually caring for the people in the ministry and have the ability to spiritually lead people in worship.  Be A Team Player This leader will work well with others in plurality and collaboration.  Be Culturally In Sync  This leader will musically embrace our worship values and desire to reach the next generation. Be Musically Competent This leader will have the musical abilities to lead. Be An Improver This leader will continually look to get better and make Veritas better. All candidates will be required to send a video portfolio of them leading worship.

POSITION SUMMARY Under the direction of the Music and Arts Coordinator, this position is responsible for the music and arts program at the Dubuque Dream Center, and Youth Choir.  Organizes all aspects of the music and art program to meet the physical, emotional and social needs of children and families.      ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Direct, supervise, and teach youth enrichment, music and arts activities to meet the Dubuque Dream Center objectives. Expands D.C. youth programs in accordance with strategic and operating plans. Programs include choir, dance, instruments, and performing arts. Directly supervises school connectors staff and oversight of all music and arts programs. Works on a flexible schedule to provide services to youth and their families in the program including evenings and weekends. Serves as an active supervisor at the center and offsite during performing arts events. Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information and any fundraising activities or special events. Assists in coordinating and teaching performing arts practices, summer day camps and special activities and events. Programs include choir, dance, instruments, and performing arts. Serves as a role model to students and staff and lives the mission, vision and values of the Dream Center. The Dream Center is a Faith-based Christian Organization. Assist in Academic Center to reinforce and enhance youth academic goals. Implement or assist in Character Development Curriculums, that includes Gospel focus. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations. Leads Worship on designated Sundays. Assist in additional duties as needed and/or assigned.   QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree in recreation management, early childhood education, public administration, theater or related field preferred.  Minimum three (3) years’ experience supervising music and arts program.  Ability to personally instruct/teach music and art classes.  Associate of Arts Degree and five (5) years’ experience within job field required.  Experience in non-profit organization preferred.   Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents, instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.  Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Physical Demands 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach above shoulders; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and peripheral vision. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Normal office environment.    To apply, please send resumes to: rkimble@dbqdream.org

The Dream Center Model is wholistic and includes the following: 1) We are a faith-based Evangelical Christian Organization.  2) We are a  para-church model  who provides Christians a unique opportunity to serve the community, live out their faith, and share the gospel outside the walls of a traditional church setting.  3) We are an  Academic Center  who partners with the Community School District and local schools to identify students who are below reading and math proficiency and develop an individualized plan to assist each student to reach proficiency.  4) We are a  Program Academy  who seeks to provide quality instructors in the areas of Music and Performing Arts and Sports who can provide quality instructions to students that will prepare them to participate in activities in High School and potentially college.  5) We organize and provide exciting opportunities for students to perform, compete, and gain exposure to utilize their skills and gifts.  6) We partner with a local Church called Dubuque Radius, to serve families that are interested and are lead to the local church that is also part of the community we serve.    Job Title:   Music and Art Coordinator & Worship Leader Job Code: (Impacting Youth) Reports to: Executive Director      POSITION SUMMARY Under the direction of the Executive Director, this position is responsible for the music and arts program at the Dubuque Dream Center.  Organizes all aspects of the music and art program to meet the physical, emotional and social needs of children and families.      ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Direct, supervise, and teach youth enrichment, music and arts activities to meet the Dubuque Dream Center objectives. Expands D.C. youth programs in accordance with strategic and operating plans. Programs include choir, dance, instruments, and performing arts. Directly supervises school connectors staff and oversight of all music and arts programs. Works on a flexible schedule to provide services to youth and their families in the program including evenings and weekends. Serves as an active supervisor at the center and offsite during performing arts events. Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information and any fundraising activities or special events. Assists in coordinating and teaching performing arts practices, summer day camps and special activities and events. Programs include choir, dance, instruments, and performing arts. Serves as a role model to students and staff and lives the mission, vision and values of the Dream Center. The Dream Center is a Faith-based Christian Organization. Assist in Academic Center to reinforce and enhance youth academic goals. Implement or assist in Character Development Curriculums, that includes Gospel focus. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations. Leads Worship on designated Sundays. Assist in additional duties as needed and/or assigned.   QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree in recreation management, early childhood education, public administration, theater or related field preferred.  Minimum three (3) years’ experience supervising music and arts program.  Ability to personally instruct/teach music and art classes.  Associate of Arts Degree and five (5) years’ experience within job field required.  Experience in non-profit organization preferred.   Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents, instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.  Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Physical Demands 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach above shoulders; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and peripheral vision. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Normal office environment.   We offer medical and dental benefits with this position and a livable salary rang that fits our community. Salary and wages can be discussed with any prospects.  Click on or copy and paste  https://youtu.be/sze4CcqlYdA  to learn more about the Dubuque Dream Center. How to Apply: Applicants should: 1) Go to our website at  www.dubuquedreamcenter.com 2) Click on "Get Involved" 3) Then Click on "Careers" 4) Then applicants will see our online application that they should fill out and attach cover letter and resume.

  ANKENY FREE CHURCH We are a thriving Evangelical Free Church (EFCA) church in a fast-growing part of the Des Moines, IA area. We have a disciple-making focus that seeks to see the gospel saturate every part of our city and the greater metro area. We are team and development oriented. And we love our community!   POSITION OVERVIEW We are looking to hire a full-time Director of Student Ministries in the coming months. We are looking for someone who: loves Jesus, is spiritually mature, works well with others, has a heart for students (and for all people), is outgoing and energetic in nature, communicates the Word of God powerfully and with great discernment, connects with and equips parents, can build and maintain a team of volunteers, is an evangelist with great concern for the lost, is a proven disciple-maker who desires our students to meaningful service and gospel opportunities in our community and beyond!   If this sounds like you, email me, Todd Hessel ( todd@ankenyfree.org ), lead pastor. We are excited about what the Lord has in store for Ankeny Free! Find out more about us and the position at  https://www.ankenyfree.org/search/

Heartland Baptist Church   Our church has a full time ministry position open. The primary position is as our Young Adult Minister, teaching and discipling and reaching ages 18-29.   That ministry is doing well, with between 30-50 young adults in our church, and Iowa State University is just down the road. Our current young adult minister has done a fine job but is wanting to consider pastoring but is staying on until we find a replacement.   The position is full time, pays between 33-36,000 per year plus benefits. Anyone interested can email me with any initial questions.  Pastor Randy Abell Senior Pastor RandyAbell@aol.com Cell – 515-450-0200

  Roles: Brand Manager Publicity Manager Curator of Communication Systems Objectives: The Communications Director creates and facilitates the processes that result in clear, codified, communication in all platforms that proceed out of Grace and are concurrent with the mission of Grace on all campuses. The Communications Director helps the staff understand and work through communication processes while providing training on new systems and programs. Responsibilities: Brand Manager Researches and creates best practices for the following areas which include but are not limited to: branding, logo use, social media, web and print pieces. Provides solutions to maintain clear and efficient written, verbal and email communication beween the staff and to the congregation. Facilitates the design of all new or updated print pieces and pieces for electronic use.• Researches, designs, and implements an external publicity plan. Shepherds and supervises the communication team, ensuring that they are plugged in to biblical community. Proofreads and edits staff contributions for communication platforms or delegates as needed.• Schedules posts and emails for the staff on communication platforms as requested. Works with the Facilites Director to design and advise on effective interior and exterior signage and placement. Maintains and updates the Grace Communication Manual. Publicity Manager Oversees strategy and design of publicity plans, including timelines, with staff using the submitted communications checklist tool form for ministry events, church events, the publication of position papers, and church highlights etc. Advises staff regarding event and publicity scheduling for coordination of events and the minimization of event conflict. Collaborates with staff and volunteers on communication pieces (pre- service slideshows, print pieces, stagetime) for the weekly worship service for all campuses. Acts as the church spokesperson and copywriter to the media, as requested by the Elder Board or Executive Pastor, which includes but is not limited to times of conflict or tragedy. Curator of Communication Systems Oversees the maintenance of an effective web presence. Oversees the maintenance and development of our social media presence which include but are not limited to: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Facilitates and prepares implementation training for staff on new communication systems and bestpractices. Submits annually the budget recommendations for communication. Attends weekly staff meetings, and participates in appointments as requested. • Prepares ongoing training for staff on communication topics as requested. Aides in the annual staff evaluation process as directed by the Executive Pastor and/or Business Administration Director. ​ Staff Ministry Qualifications: Evidence of a sincere commitment to Christ and a dedication to the advancement of the kingdom ofGod. Previous church and life experiences that reflect a positive testimony in the body of Christ. Active in Biblical community and consistent attendance at a weekly worship service. Evidence of practicing spiritual disciplines (personal Bible reading, prayer, etc.). A passionate heart for Christ, his Word, the local church, and people in general. Interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively with staff, volunteers, the congregation, and community. Member of the church or in process of membership, which includes: a. commitment to and ability to articulate our mission, vision, and b. values agreement with our church constitution and statement of faith (doctrine). Ability to maintain high standard of confidentiality both during and outside of work. Growing in Biblical knowledge and learning to disciple others. A desire to be part of a church ministry team that strives for excellence. Faithful, available, teachable and responsive to reproof and guidance. Specific Ministry Qualifications: Meticulous and passionate about communication practices and procedures. A discerning ear, a keen eye, a tenacious spirit and a servant’s heart. Able to graciously detect inconsistencies, estimate the need, envision the desired outcome, identify corrective steps and make thoughtful proposals for future or reparative projects. Proficient in grammar, spelling, Apple and PC technology, Microsoft Office and Adobe products.• Able to research evaluate, implement and learn new products. Detailed oriented and able to balance a complex schedule of time sensitive tasks.   To apply, go to: http://graceb3.org/careers

  Our mission is “Passion for God, compassion for our neighbor and reaching our region and beyond with the life-changing message of Jesus Christ.”    CrossWinds Church was founded in 1949. We are one church with campuses in Spencer and Spirit Lake, IA that cooperate on mission, resources, and teaching. CrossWinds is a place where the Bible is taught, the gospel is proclaimed, and biblical community is fostered to help followers of Christ grow in their likeness to Him.   POSITION PROFILE We seek to fill the role of Student Ministries Pastor who is administratively gifted while displaying the heart of a pastor and the gift of teaching and pastoring students. He must possess the skills to plan, organize, create, and improve. He must also effectively lead and shepherd. This individual must be a self-starter. While exercising strong leadership gifts, he must understand that organizational and administrative tasks are not an end in themselves but rather one of the ways God develops the spiritual health and well being of His church.   STUDENT MINISTRY Provide leadership for the Middle School and Senior High Students on the CrossWinds Spirit Lake Campus Develop spiritual leadership in existing students challenging them to positions of leadership in student ministry programs and the rest of the church family. Work with student leaders to develop a plan of outreach to invite their friends to student ministry events where they can hear the gospel and be exposed to Christian community. Work with adult leaders to develop an annual student ministry plan that utilizes the wisdom and skill of adult volunteers. Foster spiritual growth in students through an annual ministry plan that includes the following: Solid biblical teaching that is primarily expository but also includes relevant topical teaching. Teach students to study their Bible on their own and provide continual encouragement in that direction. Guide students in a Scripture memory program so they commit God’s Word to their heart. Teach students how to pray and provide opportunities for corporate and personal prayer in the student ministry. Teach students the importance of the church and why God made them a part of it. Help students discover and use their spiritual gifts in the student ministry and the rest of the church body. Create small groups lead by mature spiritual leaders who will mentor students members to spiritual maturity. Provide students times of authentic praise and worship in their gatherings. Prepare and present an annual student ministry budget. Adhere to the budget and steward the finances entrusted to the student ministry. Oversee budget requests from student and children’s ministry areas. Organize and manage fund raising opportunities and use of funds that are raised (student ministry accounts). CHILDREN’S MINISTRY Oversee the Sunday morning CW Kids program insuring teachers are in place and theologically sound material is followed to mature children in their faith. Cultivate volunteer ministry leaders and directors. Provide Sunday morning presence and assistance in programs. Oversee the mid-week AWANA program. Oversee the Sunday morning Children’s Church program. Oversee the nursery. Oversee VBS. MULTISITE MINISTRY Provide resources and guidance for children’s and student ministries for other campuses and extension sites as requested by those sites. OTHER DUTIES Fill the pulpit as requested. Provide premarital counseling, weddings, and funerals, as requested. Provide support, classes, and resources to help parents raise their children to passionately follow Christ.  QUALIFICATIONS Fulfills the character qualifications and duties of an elder in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-16 A Masters level seminary education or equivalent is preferred, but not required Affirms the CrossWinds Church Statement of Faith —  spiritlake.crosswinds.tv/our-beliefs   Affirms CrossWinds Core Values —  http://spiritlake.crosswinds.tv/core-values Is willing to become a member of CrossWinds Church Demonstrates wisdom in decisions, actions, and recommendations Competent in Apple-based technology   To apply, send resumes to: chris@crosswinds.tv

  Grace Evangelical Free Church, Elkader Iowa   Grace Evangelical Free Church is currently seeking a pastor as our present pastor desires to retire. Grace Evangelical Free Church is located in Elkader, Iowa, a picturesque city of 1,200 nestled in the hills and farms of northeastern Iowa. Elkader is a thriving city with many businesses and serves as the county seat of Clayton County. There are five other churches in Elkader, only one of which has an evangelical orientation. Grace Evangelical Free Church had its origin in a home Bible Study in 1976 and was incorporated as a church in 1978. Over the years, by God’s grace, Grace grew from this home Bible study into a church of over a hundred. Grace EFC has had six pastors. Over the years Grace EFC has been involved in various outreaches to the community, including movies, concerts, The Power Evangelistic Team, the evangelistic drama “Heaven’s Gates and Hell’s Flames,” and mission trips to Guatemala and Mexico. In 2008 we completed a wonderful new building which is fully paid for.   The last few years have been difficult ones for Grace EFC. There have been two major church splits. The first came in 2002 and more recently in 2015. Our average attendance is now around 40 people and we have 35 active members. We have a good cross-section of age groups, a good share of older people, some families with young children, but few teens. We have had several new families join us in the last year. With the smaller church size, cutting the budget has been necessary and finances are tight.   Our present ministries include Adult Sunday School, small group Bible studies, Awana, youth group, a women’s sewing ministry, and nursing home services. Outreach projects last year included hosting a graduation party for a special-needs person, providing an appreciation lunch for Elkader teachers, participation in the city parade, and Treat in a Trunk. We support several different stateside and international mission ministries. We also have a helpful website: www.elkaderefree.net . We recently completed a Church Healthy Survey in which we discovered that we are strong on caring for each other and weak on evangelism.   Grace EFC is in full agreement with the doctrinal statement of the Evangelical Free Church of America. Most Grace attendees believe in eternal security and the Rapture of the Church before the Tribulation. We are not charismatically-oriented. Our current pastor is desiring to transition out of pastoring to enjoy retirement. He is willing to stay with us until we have a new pastor in place and is even willing to co-pastor for a short time if the new pastor is new to pastoring and desires a time of mentoring.   We are excited to move forward into a new stage of our church ministry. We know that our faithful God has a mission for us here in the Elkader area. Our desire is to glorify him by becoming fully-devoted followers of Jesus Christ who invite others to follow him.   We are looking for a godly man who will be comfortable living and serving in a rural context. The person should be a growing Christian whose life exhibits the virtues listed in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1 and whose doctrinal beliefs accord with that of the Evangelical Free Church of America. He must be willing to share with the Call Committee any past moral failures which could impact his ministry and be willing to have the church do a background check.   Compensation package for this ministry position is negotiable but will include salary, housing allowance, professional expenses, and pastors’ conferences.   Grace Evangelical Free Church P.O. Box 395 Elkader Iowa, 52043 563-245-1779     graceefc.elkader@gmail.com Graceefc.elkader@gmail.com Bob Camp                           563-880-1057 Dave Anderson                 319-329-3715 Tom Strauss                       563-581-3394 David Wynthein                563-920-7305

  The Associate Pastor is one who aspires to pastoral ministry, has sought to cultivate his gifts for advancement of the kingdom, and who is actively living out the Great Commission and Great Commandment. He has a passion to equip the saints for the work of the ministry within a multi-generational congregation setting. He has a zeal for the Word of God and desire to teach the Word of God with conviction and confidence, always moving members of the congregation towards Christlikeness. The Associate Pastor is one who casts a vision for the ministries under his direction, including worship, youth, and young adults. Detailed Job Description Worship : The associate pastor will shepherd the church to greater love of God through Scripture-based, Christ-exalting worship, including the music ministry of the church as an extension of the teaching ministry of the church (Deuteronomy 31:19, 32:1-43). Areas of responsibility include: Shepherding Sunday service: He will provide continuity and artistry to the worship experience (Psalm 33:3). He will work with the Senior Pastor to help connect the service with the sermon. He will work with the worship team to choose music and other elements to facilitate the exaltation of Christ. Shepherding special services: He will plan and coordinate Good Friday, Christmas Eve, and other corporate worship services. Equipping volunteers: He will strive to unleash people’s God-given talents for the Kingdom, actively recognizing and developing them (1 Corinthians 12:4-6). Innovation: He will incorporate new songs, technology, and worship elements that are biblically and contextually sound. Administration: He will coordinate the worship team schedule, assigning musicians and sound/computer techs for the Sunday service. He will organize and lead necessary practice sessions. He will work with the team to evaluate budget needs. Youth : The associate pastor will come alongside the youth of our church and provide a bridge between the discipling done by parents and the eventual autonomy the youth will have as young adults.  Discipleship vision: He will shepherd our high school and middle school youth to biblical maturity. He will equip our students with a solid, biblical foundation prior to their graduation. His discipleship responsibility will include engaging, relevant, and biblical teaching. Equipping volunteers: He will disciple the disciple-makers in our youth ministry               (2 Timothy 2:2). Encouraging parents: He will be an available and biblically-reliable resource for parents. Youth/family missions: He will oversee opportunities for students to engage in disciple-making, and will mobilize our youth for missions. Relationship-building: He will seek opportunities to meet the youth and their friends and family where they are in the community, and to build bridges to the church. Administration. He will coordinate the youth group schedule, including regular meetings and special events. He will work with the team to evaluate the budget needs of the youth group. Young Adults : The associate pastor will oversee discipleship and fellowship of young adults in the church. Relationship-building: He will facilitate gospel-centered relationships with young adults within the church, as well as building bridges to those in a similar life phase in the community. Spiritual Growth: He will disciple the young adults in our church by leading a regular small group. Biblical faithfulness: He will equip young adults for service in the Kingdom, encouraging and training them for mission trips, local outreach projects, and service within the church body. Other responsibilities: Preaching. He will have regular opportunities to preach during the Sunday morning worship service. Additional responsibilities. He will help in other areas of ministry as directed by the Elder Team. Personal Qualifications Displays Christian character and servant leadership in the church and home/family setting (1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9, and 1 Peter 5:1-4). Possesses personality, temperament, and interpersonal skills to relate and serve effectively within a multi-generational congregation setting. Gives evidence of a spiritually-balanced life: prayer, Bible study, accountability, rest, worship, financial stewardship. Is doctrinally aligned with Mulford Church’s Statement of Faith, and with the mission and core values of the church. Possesses or is willing to seek ordination within the EFCA. Demonstrates a strong work ethic and personal integrity. Education and Skills Experience and aspiration to shepherd the non-preaching components of a congregational worship service. Able to teach the Bible and other biblical-based material faithfully and engagingly. Able to lead worship with a musical instrument comfortably and confidently. A maturing leader, comfortable equipping volunteers to express their God-given gifts in service of the Kingdom. Demonstrate knowledge and ability to guide a seeker to become a baptized disciple of Jesus. Knowledge and ability to use the Bible to guide a new disciple to ongoing spiritual maturity. A college degree in a ministry-applicable field. A Masters of Divinity would be welcomed. An openness to pursuing additional education if lacking a M.Div. A track-record of ministry experience, in either a volunteer or official capacity.   To apply, please send resumes to: mulford@machlink.com

Oak Street Baptist Church New Community Pastor Ministry Description Oak Street Baptist Church seeks to provide a full-time church planter who also has a caring heart for the established church body. This role will focus on reaching out and evangelizing young families that have not been assimilated into a church environment. This person will coalesce a growing group and start a new congregation as a part of our church that will target young families and young adults. This person will demonstrate the qualities, characteristics, and skills of a church planter, including: a thriving relationship with God a heart for evangelism and already active and effective in sharing Christ with seekers, doubters and the unchurched innovative ministry willing to take risks ability to cast vision discipleship & spiritual formation ability to build teams and engage them in ministry development of small groups with a neighborhood presence launching a regular celebration of worship as the core grows and multiplies preaching and teaching gifts being comfortable serving the dual role of pastoral care and outreach can easily and naturally build friendships with those in their 20’s to 40’s Rationale Burlington and the surrounding area have experienced a gradual decrease in population in the last twenty years – due to both decreasing family size and reduced manufacturing opportunities. The city of Burlington estimates that there are 28,000 people living in the city. If general statistics for this generation hold true, more than 90% of these families will be unchurched. Currently, there are relatively few churches in the North Hill section of Burlington. OSB is the only evangelical church in this section of town. There is a great need and a great opportunity for evangelism. Our Story Oak Street Baptist Church, Burlington, Iowa was founded 150 years ago in 1869. The church had its beginnings in the hearts of eleven German Baptists from Brome, Germany. This group had left their fatherland to look for new opportunities in America, with Henry Rieke as leader. Together in Burlington, they incorporated as the First German Baptist Church on November 15, 1869. They met in the Rieke home until they could erect a church building in 1870. In that founding year of 1869, the group called their first pastor, Rev. John Kohrs, from Germany and he served for six years. Other pastors followed through the years, and the church has experienced a wonderful ministry – affecting and blessing the lives of many through the years and throughout the Burlington community. So the work begun 150 years ago continues, to the glory of God and the growth of His kingdom. Currently, on Sunday mornings, 60-100 people worship with us, with a majority being over the age of 70. Our worship style is blended, using a mix of traditional hymns and contemporary songs. Amongst our congregation, there is still a strong desire to grow as disciples and to serve and reach out to others. OSB has experienced a decline in attendance during the past ten years. A dedicated study was undertaken approximately three years ago to evaluate current church health and ministry emphasis, looking at potential new direction. In 2018, a Transition Team was formed to study the growth happening around us and to pray about how God would want us to respond. The Transition Team consisted of seven dedicated lay people with support and direction from our NAB Regional Minister Jim Renke and our interim Pastor Ralph Wingate. After nearly a year of prayer, study, and discussion, our Transition Team feels strongly that God is calling us to extend beyond our current ministry and start a new ministry to young families. However, we are not naturally attractive to young families. Therefore, the Team proposed we hire a person who has pastoral gifts, a passion to evangelize and disciple, and the ability to build relationships with young couples. We envision this person as a missionary to this younger generation. We believe this is God’s calling for us at OSB and church leadership has unanimously given their approval and our congregation has warmly, even enthusiastically, embraced this vision and plan. Role within OSB’s Current Congregation: As a pastor at Oak Street Baptist Church we want this position to have high visibility, but a lower responsibility with the current congregation. The goal is to build connections and goodwill. So, additional duties will also include: participation in our Sunday morning services, with a pre-determined schedule for pastoral prayer, announcements, or preaching occasionally being a guest speaker or teacher for an event or study participation in weekly staff meetings meet monthly with an Advisory Team to support this ministry meet periodically with the Deacon Board show respect, value, and warmth for our current congregation of seniors Preferred Qualifications Previous pastoral experience, preferably with young adults and the development of new ministries A masters’ degree, ordination is desirable Although this is not solely a church planting position, the role will be similar, so we will want the candidate to attend and be approved by a church planter assessment process that we will arrange if the candidate has not already participated in one.   Relationships This position will report directly to the Deacon Board. A Leadership team will be established to support and facilitate both the function and the actions for this new ministry The Deacon Board carries the responsibility for overseeing the overall ministry health of the church. So, this position will make periodic reports to the Deacons Support Finances  OSB will financially support this position through our annual budgeting, along with partnering contributions from the North American Baptists, and will provide any necessary start-up funds for this modified ministry initiative. Prayer  This ministry will have the strength of prayer from our 60-100 attendees. Although resources are needed, we believe the success of this ministry will come through the work and power of God ignited by prayer.   Salary This is a full-time salaried position To be determined based upon experience and education About Our Region Oak Street Baptist Church is located on North Hill in Burlington, Iowa, a city with many beautiful parks on the bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River and Illinois. Our church reaches out into SE Iowa and Western Illinois with 60-100 in weekly worship attendance. Our church was established almost 150 years ago, but we eagerly desire to continue to preach and teach the gospel to the lost and make disciples who can in turn continue making disciples. We are united in desire to experience healthy spiritual growth in our own lives and that of our community. The city of Burlington has excellent schools, great parks, and an abundance of shopping and restaurants. Southeastern Community College is located next door in West Burlington. A regional hospital, Great River Medical Center, is also located in West Burlington with plenty of good options for doctors. How to Apply If you are interested, submit your resume and other helpful information to altwedt70@gmail.com Once your resume is received we will contact you as needed regarding any further steps in the application process. 

Wesley United Methodist Church, Muscatine, Iowa , is seeking an individual who is gifted in leading contemporary congregational worship, possesses leadership and organizational skills, and is a team player. The position is approximately  10 hours per week  and responsibilities include collaboration in planning the contemporary service (including song selection) and management of other members of the worship band. If interested, please contact Pastor Brian Oliver by phone (563) 263-1596 or by email at  brian@wesleyonline.org . 

    Church Purpose Statement:  We will glorify God by encouraging believers, by helping others consider a relationship with Jesus, and, by being a source to our community of Christ-centered worship, Biblical education, and caring fellowship.   Senior/Solo Pastor Job Description Position Summary: We desire to hire a solo/senior pastor with a passionate, personal, growing faith which is evident to others from his actions and spiritual fruit.  Highly desirable qualities include gifting & experience in: preaching Scripture-driven, theme-formatted, applicable messages; leading through motivating others in shared vision/goal strategies & equipping/mentoring of believers in the application of their spiritual and practical gifts; and developing inspiring worship experiences, edifying discipleship opportunities, & effective evangelism efforts.  Our pastor will also encourage and assist the growth of our congregation’s strengths: children’s ministry, youth ministry, and local/home-based missions. We desire a pastor who’s active in the local communities and lives in New Albin - serving as the community’s pastor.   Responsibilities & Duties: We have prioritized (from most to least important) both the four categories and the elements within each to best obey what God has called us to as His church in our community Preacher/Teacher – §  Pursue relationship with God through personal time in the Word and in prayer (Titus 1:9) §  Engage in prayer, study, & preparation to deliver quality, relevant Biblical messages (Ephesians 4:11-12, Titus 2:1) §  Present Scripture-driven, theme-formatted, applicable messages which proclaim the full Gospel of Jesus Christ from the entire Bible (1 Timothy 4:13, 2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Timothy 4:2) §  Develop & facilitate inspiring worship experiences, including times of observing the ordinances of the church Equipper/Discipler – §  Develop edifying discipleship opportunities for believers at all stages of spiritual maturity §  Equip and mentor believers in the application of their spiritual and practical gifts for God’s glory (Ephesians 4:11-13) §  Disciple and hold accountable church leadership (elders, ministry team leaders, etc.) in their personal growth, prayer for the church, and ministry leadership §  Lead the church in keeping the focus on the purpose for which God has called us together as a church §  Motivate the church toward a shared vision, including the development & implementation of goals & strategies Shepherd/Pastoral Care – §  Maintain character above reproach, a faithful life worthy of emulation (1 Timothy 3:2-5,7, Titus 1: 6-8, 1 Peter 5:2-3) §  Actively develop relationships by engaging with those in the church and the community, knowing people and their needs (John 10:11-14) §  Lead in the development and implementation of effective evangelism efforts §  Regularly visit members of the church, regular attendees, and visitors where they are §  Lead the church to care for the spiritual welfare of each other and others (Acts 20:28-31) §  Lead the elders in providing care, counseling, and Biblical discipline in Christian love to the church and community (James 5:19-20)   Responsibilities & Duties: (continued) Servant Leader/Administrator – §  Contribute as a voting member of the Elder Board toward the spiritual oversight and business operations of the church §  Provide the administrative leadership necessary for pursuit of the church’s purpose §  Serve as an ex-officio member and consultant to the church’s ministry teams, boards committees, etc. Qualifications: Required Elements – Provide a clear testimony to his faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord and exhibits the fruit of a true Christian life Meet biblical qualifications of pastor as found in 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:6-9, and 1 Peter 5:1-4 Holds without reservations, to the Statement of Faith of the Evangelical Free Church of America (EFCA) Be ordained by the EFCA or be willing to commit to actively pursuing ordination with the EFCA Exhibits the spiritual gift of the pastor/teacher as found in Ephesians 4:11-13 Preferred Elements – Has obtained (or is pursuing) a related master’s degree Has prior transferable experience Has the ability to connect with and incorporate into the life of the church the next generations (young families, youth, etc.) Is willing to consider living in the town of New Albin, IA and, if he has children, to consider having his children attend local schools   Accountability: First, and foremost, the pastor is accountable to God Secondly, accountable to the church body via their elected representatives: the Elder Board Will meet at least annually for accountability with the Elder Board… to review progress in fulfilling pastoral duties to determine progress as a church body in fulfilling the church’s Purpose Statement to provide an intentional time to address concerns & needs of the pastor   Applicants should submit a cover letter (including an introduction of you & your family and reasons you’d be a fit for our church & community), a resume, a personal statement of faith, and a sample of recent preaching. Applicant materials will only be accepted by e-mail, sent to  peter@dorm.org    

  Manson Mennonite Church (MMC) is a small to medium sized group (40-50) of Christ followers located in the rural town of Manson, Iowa.  We are seeking a pastoral leader to shepherd us in our faith walk and encourage us as we grow closer to Jesus and love people together. We are looking for someone that has a heart for the Lord and a genuine love for people. Congregational visitiation and care, evangelism, preaching, and leadership are important qualities that we desire in a pastor. We have been without a pastor for nearly two years, and though our numbers have dwindled, we trust Christ and the power of his Spirit to bring about something great as we seek to further His kingdom, not our own. Main responsibilities would include preaching and connecting with lay people inside the church and in their homes, weddings, funerals, and attending various committee meetings. The salary listed would be the starting package for a new pastor as dependent on population and giving. As the size of our congregation grows, there is potential for salary increase. Our pastoral search team is looking for a person with some ministry experience and some life under his/her belt; however, we will evaluate each potential candidate on a case by case basis as God can work beyond our scope of preference.  We believe that the Bible is the inspired Word of God and that Jesus is the son of God that was crucified and resurrected for the atonement of the sins of mankind. We would expect our pastor to share these basic beliefs and have common ground in terms of theology as layed out in the Confession of Faith in a Mennonite Perspective (http://mennoniteusa.org/confession-of-faith/).    To apply, please send resumes to: mmcsearch@outlook.com