Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Grace Bible Church.
Job overview
The Associate Pastor role at Grace Bible Church focuses on overseeing youth and children's ministries and supporting the Lead Pastor in discipleship, teaching, and administrative duties to serve the congregation's spiritual needs.
Responsibilities and impact
The Associate Pastor will manage youth meetings, build relationships with youth and parents, oversee children's programs like Wednesday Night Live and VBS, teach Sunday School, preach regularly, lead services in the Lead Pastor's absence, provide pastoral care, and participate in church meetings and training.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $55,000-$60,000 plus a benefits package.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a testimony of faith in Jesus Christ, agreement with the church's Statement of Faith, youth ministry experience, and preferably a bachelor's degree; ordination readiness and musical skills are a plus.
Work environment and culture
Grace Bible Church fosters an intergenerational family atmosphere focused on glorifying God through worship and teaching, emphasizing love and community within a suburban setting.
Company information
Grace Bible Church is an independent Bible teaching church located in Mount Laurel, NJ, committed to worship and teaching God's Word to an intergenerational congregation.
Job location and travel
The job is located in Mount Laurel, NJ, within a suburban church environment.
Application process
Interested candidates should apply by emailing careers@roadtograce.org.
Company overview
Be Free is a Brazilian fintech company specializing in providing financial services and digital payment solutions tailored for gig economy workers, freelancers, and small businesses. The company generates revenue through transaction fees, subscription plans, and value-added financial products such as digital wallets, prepaid cards, and instant payment processing. Founded in 2019, Be Free has positioned itself as an innovator in financial inclusion by leveraging technology to simplify access to banking and credit for underserved populations. Its platform integrates with major gig platforms and marketplaces, offering seamless financial management tools. Understanding Be Free’s mission to empower independent workers and its rapid growth in Brazil’s digital finance sector is essential for prospective candidates.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience in youth ministry, discipleship, and teaching, emphasizing your ability to build relationships with youth and parents as described in the job role at Be Free.
Focus on showcasing your pastoral skills such as preaching, leading services, pastoral care, and administrative support to align with the Associate Pastor responsibilities.
Apply through multiple platforms including the official careers email at Be Free (careers@roadtograce.org), the corporate website, and LinkedIn where the job might also be posted to maximize exposure.
Connect with current staff or ministry leaders at Be Free on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent church events, expressing admiration for their youth programs, or asking about the church’s approach to discipleship and community outreach.
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