What are the responsibilities and job description for the Connections Ministry Associate Home Groups Blankenbaker Campus position at Southeast Christian Church?
We are looking for a Connections Associate to help guide people on their spiritual journey at our Blankenbaker Campus. This role is essential for helping new and existing members feel a sense of belonging and take their next steps of faith.
What You Will Be Doing
You will be a key part of our mission to unleash the full force of the church to love people one at a time. This includes:
- Empowering Leaders: Casting a compelling vision for our groups and creating a smooth process for onboarding, training, and coaching new leaders.
- Welcoming Guests: Providing personal, one-on-a-time follow-up for first-time guests and others seeking their next steps.
- Developing Disciples: Overseeing a discipleship class for new believers and assisting with our engagement pathway classes like Starting Point and Membership.
- Providing Pastoral Care: Offering support through baptisms, weddings, funerals, hospital visits, and other pastoral needs.
What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate is passionate about shepherding, recruiting, and empowering volunteers. You'll also bring:
- A deep understanding of biblical disciple-making and the ability to clearly communicate it to others.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a highly relational approach.
- The ability to inspire and motivate people to take action.
If you are passionate about helping people connect with Jesus and want to be part of a team that is making a real difference, we encourage you to apply.
Our Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree required; degree in Bible, Ministry, or Christian Education preferred.
- 3 years ministry experience in a church setting preferred.
- Ordained pastor or willing to become ordained.
- The ability to explain doctrinal issues and answer questions in a biblical and understandable manner.
- Strong work ethic and a team player who interacts well with staff, members, and guests.
- Engaged member of Southeast Christian Church, or willing to become one.
- Exemplifies our seven staff values: Honor, Care, Accountability, Grit, Authenticity, Humility, and Fun
- Agree with the *Statement of Faith, submit to the leadership established by the church, and lives out our church Mantras in tangible ways. https://www.southeastchristian.org/who-we-are#mantras
*Please read our Statement of Faith that is attached below. You will be asked if you agree with our Statement of Faith within the application process.
If this sounds like you and you’re ready to join us on mission, apply today!