Associate Pastor Oakdale Evangelical Free Church

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary seeks an Associate Pastor to oversee church ministries and provide direction to staff. This role focuses on shepherding and equipping deacons, ensuring the ministry thrives through effective leadership.

The ideal candidate will be a resilient believer with ministry experience, and strong communication skills, and a degree in a related field is preferred. Applicants should send their resume to Carlos at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Resilient believer reflecting elder characteristics.
• Clear calling to ministry with supportive spouse if married.
• Experience and effectiveness in ministry with a heart for the local church.
• Genuine love for people of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Deacons and their ministry areas.
• Manage church staff and processes.
• Preach, teach, and counsel youth and adults as needed.

Skills

Administration

Teaching

Discernment

Service

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Christian Ministry, Bible, Theology, or related field

Job description

Oakdale Evangelical Free Church, founded in 1892, is located in rural Meriden in Northwest Iowa, drawing from multiple communities and school districts. Our mission is to know God and make Him known.

Oakdale is an Elder-led, multi-generational congregation with many young families and an active senior ministry. Our blended form of worship, expository preaching, our emphasis on discipleship through local outreach, international missions, prayer, and fellowship describe body life. Along with Sunday worship and Sunday School, we enjoy Wednesday night meals together followed by Bible studies for all ages. There are other opportunities to minister and fellowship in our Men’s, Women’s, Senior’s, and Children’s ministries.

The communities Oakdale serves are agriculturally based with some manufacturing and other small businesses. We enjoy small-town life where family and community are highly valued. There are many opportunities for outdoor recreation including public parks, lakes, rivers, hunting and fishing.

Oakdale is looking forward to welcoming an associate pastor to join us as we seek to know God and make Him known.

Job Description

Principle Function

The Associate Pastor is responsible to the Senior Pastor and Elders for overseeing, providing direction to, and participating in the ministries of the church as a whole, as well as the executive functions of the church staff. Additionally, he oversees, encourages, and equips the deacons to lead their respective ministry areas.

The Objective

The objective of the Associate Pastor is to enable the ministry of the Church at Oakdale to thrive and grow through the careful shepherding of a faithful and effective equipper and manager of ministry for the glory of God.

Qualifications

• A resilient believer whose life reflects elder characteristics (I Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9).
• A clear calling to ministry. If married, has a supportive wife with a shared commitment to the ministry lifestyle.
• Wholehearted affirmation of the EFCA Statement of Faith and Oakdale’s Mission & Vision Statements and Governing Documents.
• Spiritual gifting and/or skills that include administration, teaching, discernment, and service.
• Verifiable experience and effectiveness in ministry, a heart for the local church, and an understanding of rural ministry.
• Genuine love for people of all ages and from all backgrounds and the ability to relate to them effectively.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in technology and communications through various forms of media.
• A degree in Christian Ministry, Bible, Theology, or a related field is preferred; however, experience and giftedness will be carefully considered.
• Willingness to be licensed/ordained by the EFCA if not already.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Deacons and their ministry areas
• Manage church staff and processes.
• Depending on gifting, preach, teach, and counsel youth and adults as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the Senior Pastor or Elders

Working Relationships

• The Associate Pastor reports to the Senior Pastor
• The Associate Pastor works closely with the Deacons and the ministry leaders at Oakdale.

If you are interested in applying, please send your resume to Carlos at [e-mail].