Community Life Pastor Grace Community Church

Centre Presbyterian Church; Universal City (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pastoral Housing Allowance

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

Retirement Match

Job summary

Centre Presbyterian Church in Universal City, Texas is seeking a Community Life Pastor to develop and lead the church's small group and discipleship ministries. This role includes overseeing volunteer leaders, planning events, and engaging with the church community to foster growth. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of pastoral experience, strong relational skills, and a commitment to the church's vision and mission. Benefits include housing allowance, health insurance, and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of pastoral ministry experience.
• Ability to uphold and cast the vision, mission, and strategy of Grace Community Church.
• Strong desire to connect in community with others and help others connect as well.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage small group and discipleship ministry.
• Oversee small group curriculum and leader suggestions.
• Identify, motivate, and develop volunteer leaders.

Skills

Good computer skills

Great relational skills

Highly organized

3+ years pastoral ministry experience

Job description

Ministry Area: Community Life

Reports To: Executive Pastor

Expected Salary Range: $45,000 – $55,000

WHAT WE’RE ABOUT

OUR VISION: To Share God's Love, By Elevating Community, To See Lives Changed.

OUR MISSION: To Connect with those far from God, Form them into fully devoted followers of Christ, and Engage them in mission to a needy world.

WHO WE ARE

Grace Community Church is a family-friendly, multi-generational church where everyone feels at home and everyone has a place. We offer a fun and supportive work environment under the guidance of experienced leaders. Being part of a church with a vibrant and diverse community like ours can offer many great benefits and immense job satisfaction.

AVERAGE WEEKLY ATTENDANCE: 825

ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY

Universal City, Texas, is a lively and inviting community located on the outskirts of San Antonio. Universal City offers an ideal mix of suburban living with the convenience of urban amenities, including numerous parks, shopping centers, and restaurants. It is a place where families can thrive thanks to its high-quality school system. Moreover, the Texas Hill Country is just a short drive away from Universal City. This opens up a myriad of possibilities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and sightseeing.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Community Life Pastor is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of the small group and discipleship ministry at Grace in alignment with the overall vision, mission, and core values of the church. Responsibilities include adult small groups, discipleship groups, women’s and men’s community events, and assimilation ministry and processes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Build upon and manage the overarching community life ministry strategy to include small groups, along with men’s and women’s events.
• Oversee all small group curriculum – including approval of material for each group and suggestions for leaders.
• Focus on identifying, motivating, and developing volunteer leaders in the ministry to ensure success and health of groups and events.
• Consistently gather with volunteers to facilitate community, discipleship, and unity in vision and mission.
• Provide pastoral leadership for small group leaders and leaders involved in men’s and women’s events.
• Develop and manage a volunteer leadership structure that equips lay leaders to fully lead and disciple others.
• Plan and coordinate the groups calendar with a focus on offering group opportunities that appeal to a variety of demographics.
• Work closely with all ministry leaders for various community life ministry needs to promote unity.
• Coordinate with the Reach Pastor to facilitate local serving opportunities for groups and group members.
• Identify spiritual growth and discipleship opportunities for the Grace Church family.
• Help facilitate both open general impact groups and closed discipleship-focused groups.
• Develop and execute annual goals that align with the vision, mission, and core values.
• Plan and manage appropriate budget needs for all community life ministry areas.
• Assist on site groups with room and equipment setup and teardown.

PASTORAL / MANAGEMENT FUNCTIONS

• Lead and develop the Community Life Assistant.
• Develop department strategies and procedures as needed.
• Attend Pastoral Team meetings on a regular basis.
• Participate in the 24/7 pastoral on‑call rotating schedule.
• Assist in preaching at the request of the Lead Pastor.

PERSONAL FUNCTIONS

• Foster a deepening relationship with the Lord.
• Be a servant‑leader willing to serve up or down the organization.
• Maintain proper balance between ministry and family.
• Demonstrate a heart for people and connecting them to Jesus.
• Handle conflict quickly and effectively in a God-honoring way.
• Develop personal evangelism opportunities within and outside the church.
• Cheerfully give at least the tithe (10%) to the vision and mission.
• Engage in continuing education, coaching, mentoring, conferences, and always be willing to grow.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• Participate in staff and other meetings as necessary.
• May be asked to participate in other ministry related activities on occasion.
• Do whatever it takes to further the vision, mission, and strategy of Grace.

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Good computer skills.
• Great relational skills.
• Highly organized.
• Minimum of 3 years of pastoral ministry experience.
• Willingness to quickly learn new skills.
• Strong desire to connect in community with others and help others connect as well.
• Ability to uphold and cast the vision, mission, and strategy of Grace Community Church.
• Currently tithe or willing to begin tithing.
• Flexible and willing to step out of comfort zone when appropriate.
• Love of God, His Word, and His church.

BENEFITS

• Pastoral Housing Allowance (currently licensed or ordained minister).
• Health Insurance.
• Paid Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Jury Duty, and Voting Leave.
• 10 Holidays and week after Christmas off.
• Cell Phone.
• Retirement Match.