What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Pastor position at River Oaks Church?
About Us:
River Oaks Church is a body of believers who Love God and Love People. Our purpose is to CONNECT…With GOD, To Each Other, In Ministry, and To A Hurting World.
Located in one of the fastest growing areas in the nation, River Oaks Church sits at the western edge of St. Charles County in Foristell, Missouri, on over 5 acres. River Oaks Church is an elder led church and offers the congregation contemporary worship over two services each Sunday, active small groups, strong women’s and men’s ministries, a fantastic children’s program, and a devoted group of youth.
In addition to the land we own, the River Oaks Church facilities include two buildings – the main building with a sanctuary, kitchen, large foyer, and classrooms; and the discipleship building, which houses offices, two classrooms, and our youth area. The facility also includes a large covered patio, outdoor basketball courts, an outdoor playground, and a great deal of ground for future expansion. The Family Pastor position is one of shared oversight of the facility and its varied uses for outreach and fellowship.
About the Position:
Role: Family Pastor
Location: Foristell, MO
Salary: $72,000/annually
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Description
River Oaks Church is seeking a full-time experienced Family Pastor to assist the senior pastor in leading a Godly and devoted congregation. The Family Pastor needs to possess a heart to create disciples, a deep grounding in Biblical Truth, an ability to oversee and lead various programs, a passion for evangelism, and most importantly, the characteristics outlined in Titus 1: 6-9 and 1 Timothy 3: 1-7.
The River Oaks Family Pastor will be responsible for:
- Oversight and leadership of youth and children’s ministries
- Oversight and leadership of family ministries, including guidance concerning Connection Groups
- Working in concert with the Senior Pastor in all areas of ministry
- Shared oversight and coordination of all church activities and ministries
- Providing stand-alone and sermon series as needed and according to a schedule
- Providing pastoral counseling and care for the congregation
- Assisting in the oversight and use of the River Oaks Church facility
- His own personal growth as a leader, as well as his willingness to assume responsibilities in the church for areas of need
- Living as a testament to Christ-like principles as an example to the church
The River Oaks Family Pastor should:
- Above all, have a deep knowledge of the Bible, and be adept at teaching it during Sunday sermons and in small group settings
- Communicate effectively with multiple groups and in varied settings
- Be courageous in speech and action, boldly proclaiming God’s word and Biblical truths
- Have a heart for the lost
- Support mission work, both locally and throughout the world
- Create Disciples for Christ
- Possess a great deal of self-motivation, confidence, and the ability to lead
- Integrate personal vision and beliefs into the existing core beliefs and vision of the church
- Be a scholar, continuing to study God’s word in order to strengthen the church
- Be open and prepared for ministry and career advancement within the church
Pay: From $72,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- What is your highest level of theological education? Please include any Master of Divinity (M.Div.) or equivalent degree(s).
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Pastoral Ministry: 5 years (Preferred)
- Ministry: 5 years (Preferred)
- Preaching: 3 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Foristell, MO 63348 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Foristell, MO 63348: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $72,000