Groups Pastor

White River Christian Church exists to connect every life to Jesus.  The Groups Pastor will provide leadership for developing community for the members of WRCC and supporting a leadership structure to aid in its growth and longevity.

COMPETENCIES:

• Passionate about seeing people connected in community

• High motor, eagerness and grit to achieve goals

• Theologically sharp mind, insightful

• Loves being with people

• Self-starter who is able to work well in a team

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee and implement group strategy for all adults

  • Recruiting and train group leaders

    • Empower and mentor high capacity leaders to take their next steps in leadership development as group leaders

    • Recruit and equip group leaders and hosts, guiding them with our Faith Development Plan.

  • Develop ‘on-ramps’ for congregation to participate in groups

    • Serve as the primary champion for community at WRCC, promoting group participation and mentoring through publicity efforts and introductory opportunities.

    • Work with Faith Development Pastor to create annual Faith Development Campaign

    • Provide resources and ongoing support for WRCC small groups, crafting intentional opportunities for small groups to serve and grow together.

  • Implement CCB as a primary method for group leaders to care and communicate to members

    • Produce regular statistics and determine measurable gauges that help the WRCC leadership team determine the most effective small group and spiritual growth efforts of the church.

  • Partner with the Connections Pastor in connecting new people to groups and ensuring effective placement.

    • Collaborate with other WRCC  ministry leaders to create consistency within our group communities.

  • Curriculum Development

    • Leads a team to create sermon based content for small groups

    • Oversees Faith Development blog

• Lead Young Adults Initiatives (18-32)

  • Create a welcoming culture for this age group via groups and organizing outreach initiatives

OTHER TASKS:

• Participate in Pastoral Care rotation (hospital visitation/shut-in)

• Participate in WRCC StratOp initiatives

• Continue to grow and learn as a Christ-follower, pastor, and leader

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Distinctly called into ministry in the local church and is passionate about Jesus and His Kingdom

• Reveres and honors God’s word in ministry and life

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s Degree preferred

COMMUNICATION:

The Groups Pastor will report directly to the Faith Development Pastor and will be responsible and submissive to the Elders of WRCC.