Evangelism and Discipleship Summer Resident description

The Evangelism & Discipleship Summer Resident position is crafted to give seasonal support to the Evangelism and Discipleship Pastor in the ministerial and administrative needs for the ministry. This includes helping support and effectively carry out needs of the minister, the ministry, and any of its branches. The key to this position is to be effective, efficient, flexible, and able to manage multiple tasks at once. This position helps curate and develop Discipleship Group content and training material, Alpha and other evangelism trainings, as well as resources and systems for Baptism celebrations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Model a Growing and Vibrant Relationship with Christ

• Pursue full devotion to Christ and live the life we are inviting others to live
• Manifest the fruit of the Spirit in work habits and relationships
• Pursue spiritual growth through community and a consistent, fruitful devotional life
• Embody other-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions
• Reflect Christ’s heart for reaching spiritually lost people

Live out the 5G’s

• Grace – Saved by grace in Jesus (Romans 5:8-9)
• Gather – Community through worship & Life Groups (Hebrews 10:24-25)
• Grow – Being and becoming like Jesus through his word and prayer (John 15:4-5)
• Give – Time, talent & treasures (2 Corinthians 9:6-7)
• Go – Make disciples who make disciples (Matthew 28:18-20)

Embody the values of CEOS

• Champion Others Above Ourselves
• Equip & Encourage People
• Operate Out of Calling
• Spiritually Awake Individuals

Demonstrate Commitment to The Heights Church

• Pursue church membership and become a stakeholder
• Be an active, engaged participant at weekend services and in a Life Group
• Serve at church-wide, all-skate events
• Accept and uphold The Heights irreducible minimum beliefs (What We Believe)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Champion the Discipleship Movement at the Heights

• Is personally participating in a discipling relationship over the course of the summer.
• Fully understand and embrace the Heights discipleship process and associated timelines and objectives.
• Regularly advocate for disciple making (DM) opportunities to be integrated into Church activities.
• Coordinate the work of the DM Ministry with other church activities throughout the summer.

Partner with E&D Pastor to Develop Discipleship Material for Next Gen and Adult Ministries

• Research, develop and curate a library of Discipleship Material that is aligned with The Heights Church’s theological and doctrinal beliefs as well as our Discipleship Model.
• Provide feedback and edit The Heights Church original content.
• Work in a collaborative and feedback rich creative environment to produce excellent content for all different demographic sectors of the church body.

Partner with E&D Pastor to Develop Flexible Evangelism Material for Adult E-Groups

• Research, develop and curate a library of Evangelism Resources that is aligned with The Heights Church’s theological and doctrinal beliefs as well as our Evangelism model.
• Provide feedback and edit The Heights Church original content for Evangelism.
• Work in a collaborative and feedback rich creative environment to produce excellent content for all different demographic sectors of the church body.

Assist in organization and attend events for the Groups Ministry and it’s subordinates

• Assist in the development and execution of over eight annual events.
• Communicate with necessary parties about event expectations.
• Assist in the vision and execution of design and décor for the event.

Ensure Accurate, Timely Response to Communication Requests (Phone or Email)

• Manage email, voicemail, and communication requests in a timely, thorough manner not to exceed 1 week
• Build trust by maintaining confidence of information
• Respond to all communication with professionalism, discretion, and a service orientation

Serve as a Fantastic Teammate to Peers on the Staff Team

• Demonstrate loyalty to Ministers and teammates in action and word 
• Pursue and uphold relational unity with teammates
• Make assists for teammates to facilitate department-wide wins 
• Place the team agenda before your own agenda 

• Uphold the six commitments of trust and trustworthiness
• Maintain conflict and confidentiality standards

Perform Other Duties and Tasks as Assigned

Model Servant Leadership and Exhibit a Helpful, Joyful Attitude

RELATIONSHIPS

Evangelism & Discipleship Pastor: The Groups Pastor oversees the Discipleship Minister. He/she will ensure key drivers of the Discipleship Minister are met. He/she is expected to coach, be available, and lead this staff member as the Discipleship Minister strives for a healthy, Christ-like relationship characterized by love, truth and unity.

The Heights Staff:  The Women’s Discipleship Pastor collaborates with other members of The Heights and Groups staff, serves as a resource and encouragement to them, and partners with them effectively to achieve maximum kingdom impact.

SPIRITUAL GIFTS – GROUPS RESIDENT

The following spiritual gifts are recommended for this role:

• Administration
• Organizer
• Leadership
• Teaching
• Hospitality