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Associate Pastor of Prayer and Caring Ministries Introductory Statement: Trinity Lutheran Church seeks to nurture people as they grow in discovering their baptismal identity as children of God and members of the communion of saints. As well as seeing to the ordinary responsibilities of Word and Sacrament ministry, the Associate Pastor of Prayer and Caring Ministries is the lead staff person for coordinating Trinity's efforts in its prayer ministries and in organizing the laity as they care for the needs of both congregational members and the greater community. The Pastor must see this position as a ministry to and with the people of God known as Trinity Lutheran Church. Commitment comes from an understanding of God's love for us and God's desire for us to make the Good News of Jesus Christ come alive in tangible ways in each person. A willingness to grow in faith and in this position as the ministry system of Trinity evolves is a requirement. Specific experience will include a Masters of Divinity degree with a desire and commitment to join a leadership team committed to seeking continually new ways to build God's kingdom and make disciples. Passions for ministry with God's call to love and serve our neighbor must be clearly evident. The Pastor must be able to work well with all staff, volunteers and adults of all ages. A commitment to team ministry and a spirit of cooperation is essential. The pastor will: 1. Administratively A) Attend and actively participate in congregational and council meetings, as well as work with various task forces pertinent to personal responsibilities and the vitality of the congregation. 2. Pastorally A) Conduct regular and special worship services as agreed upon by the pastoral staff and church council. 3. Educationally A) Share in the definition of the total educational ministry for adults, youth and children in the congregation. 4. Community and World Outreach-wise A) Work with appropriate community organizations to further the missions and goals of the congregation. The Pastor will: 1. Coordinate the pastoral team in seeing to the congregation's pastoral care needs. 2. Coordinate and develop lay ministries of prayer and congregational caring. 3. Provide pastoral guidance to the Social Ministries committee. 4. Provide pastoral guidance to the Evangelism committee, in a spirit of cooperation with the Pastor of Outreach, inasmuch as they are involved in prayer and caring ministries. 5. Coordinate the schedule of pastoral educational offerings to adults. You are called by the congregation and ultimately responsible to the congregation through the church council. However, you will work cooperatively and receive support from the Lead Team Pastor who will uphold you in prayer. Furthermore, the Lead Team Pastor will strive to assist you in reaching your full potential as you grow in faith and contribute to Trinity's goals for prayer and caring ministries. Other pastors and ministry directors pledge their support and will work cooperatively with you. Opportunity for review and goal setting will take place annually The pastor will: 1. Emphasize and value the fostering of a team spirit among the staff of Trinity Lutheran Church and recognize the importance and role of each staff member in the life and ministry of the congregation. 2. Be a mentor, companion, resource and role model for the people of Trinity. 3. Foster and strive to grow a spirit of Christian community within the people of Trinity. 4. Work cooperatively with other ministry directors and appropriate committees and auxiliaries to educate and keep adults informed about ministry possibilities. |
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