Seeking an enthusiastic associate pastor to work with existing leadership in growing and nurturing our congregation, in particular Young Adults and families. To Co-Pastor alongside our Senior pastor.

About us

We are a medium sized church (and growing),situated in the Penrith area of the Sydney Western Suburbs.

We are part of the Christian Community Churches of Australia (CCC AUST.) and have been serving in Cambridge Park for more than 50 years.

We have 2 church premises from which we run our Sunday morning and evening services and a diversity of ministries that take place during the week.

Essential Criteria

– Have a passion for Jesus and His church.

– Spiritual maturity, integrity and Christian character

– Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with an ability to work well in a team.

– Pastoral Care- able to recognise and appropriately address the needs of the congregation,

whether spiritually, emotionally or physically.

– Competent in preaching and communicating, being willing to preach regularly.

– Either completed, or in progress, theological/ministry qualifications, or other relevant training.

– Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.

– Hold a current NSW Working with Children Check.

For more information please contact Rosanne Bromley , Church Secretary- 0466725179

Kenmore Church  is looking for a 3-5 day per week Children’s Minister. This exciting role is part of an enthusiastic staff team in a growing and vibrant suburban church.

Responsible for Sunday and mid-week children’s programs the successful applicant will be a highly organised people-person, able to grow and support a team of volunteers, and who is a self-starter. They will probably have early childhood and/or primary teaching qualifications and experience.

Register your interest now and we will forward you an Application Pack with more detail and instructions.

Beaufort Community Church – Lead Pastor Position

Applications Close MONDAY JULY 10th 2023
Lead Pastor (part time – 2 days per week).

Beaufort Community Church is looking for a new Lead Pastor.

We invite you to hear the call, and respond. Beaufort is a thriving rural town – in the Pyrenees Shire in Victoria – on the Western Highway. Beaufort has 1700 residents with 3000 more in the immediate rural area.

https://abs.gov.au/census/find-census-data/quickstats/2021/SAL20181 https://population.com.au/sa2/201031014

Beaufort town facilities include:

• Early Childhood Centre
• Primary School
• Secondary School
• Supermarket
• Cafés
• Swimming Pool
• Beaufort Lake
• Hospital

The Beaufort Community Church meets Sunday 10.30am at their fully owned facility. The Lead Pastor will live in Beaufort, conducting programs and activities at (and with) the church. The ideal candidate will include spouse and children (if applicable).

REQUIRED

• Minimum CRC Trainee Pastor Credential (can be in training)
• Ability to part-time self-support until church growth enables increased remuneration
• Willingness to lead and work as part of a team
• Move to and live in Beaufort with family to interact with the Beaufort Community
• An understanding of church administration would be helpful but can be learnt

RESPONSIBILITIES
Initially: ensuring the delivery of 5 main areas of ministry:

• Sunday Service – conducting a weekly contemporary Sunday Service with Communion
• Children’s Ministry – initially operating a Children’s Church during the Sunday Service, with further options to be explored around the community as described below
• Community Outreach Activity – establishing and operating a weekly activity mid-week aimed at reaching young families
• Music/worship – steering the continuation and development of a worship team
• Connect groups and prayer meeting – establishing an ongoing culture of weekly connection

Further details of the above ministries will be discussed for development as part of the application process.

To apply please use the following link: https://hilltopchurches.elvanto.com.au/form/3be5bf4f-8ebb-4485-b75f-dcc6c9b39bbc

Please complete the application and submit before MONDAY JULY 10th 2023

Pastor – Expression of Interest

We are seeking a Pastor to lead our growing church in Narre Warren South (Victoria) alongside our elders, deacons, youth worker and interns.

Who We Are

The Christian Reformed Church of Casey (CRCC) is a friendly and caring church southeast of Melbourne situated in the Local Government Area of Casey, one of the fastest growing LGAs in Australia. The 2021 census reported a population of over 365,000. We have over 300 members, covering a diverse spectrum of ages and cultures, with over 50 years of serving the Lord.

We are part of the Christian Reformed Churches of Australia and more details can be found on our denominational website at: www.crca.org.au. 

That’s why we are looking for someone who:

·       is a Servant Leader with a deep love for God, His Word, His people, and the unsaved.

·       is in agreement with and passionate about Reformed Theology (as expressed in our confessions, catechisms and creeds).

·       is prayerful.

·       can explain and apply the Bible to people in their everyday lives.

·       has good people skills, who can urge people to follow Jesus whole-heartedly.

·       has the ability to work closely in a ministry team environment.

·       can recruit and train ministry leaders.

·       has a minimum 5 years’ experience in pastoral ministry.

·       has a three-year degree in theology, or equivalent and preferably ordained. 

 If you feel that God is calling you to consider this position, please contact our administrator Suzanne at office@caseycrc.org.au.

 Applications will be processed as they are lodged. The closing date is June 30^th 2023.

·       Continually review and re-evaluate to see we are still on track.

·       To maintain broad oversight of our growth groups, and see that training and equipping of small group leaders takes place.

·       To maintain broad oversight for the running of worship services in conjunction with the Elders.

·       To preach approximately 4 sermons per month.

·       To work with the mercy ministry to maintain a pastoral care catch net for those not in small groups and show Christ’s compassion in the community.

·       Pursue, coordinate, develop, oversee and participate in outreach mission.

·       Officiate at the formal parts of church life such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, profession of faith and Lord’s Supper.

·       Work towards establishing a more recognized “discipleship pathway” for individual spiritual development.

·       Oversee and encourage regular church-wide prayer events.

ACCOUNTABILITY

·        Works with and is accountable to Church Council, attends fortnightly Church Council meetings.

·        Meets weekly with the Co-Pastor, Youth Worker, Intern/s for prayer and devotions.

·        Develops a suitable personal mentoring relationship in conjunction with leadership to keep in check matters of doctrine, faithfulness and character.

·        Participates in an annual review against this document and other criteria as agreed. Review to be conducted by suitable leadership representatives chosen by leadership.

·        The position is an appointment to the Christian Reformed Church of Casey Inc.

·        Measurement indicators, below, are based on a 40-hour week. It is assumed that extra hours for personal devotions, attending worship services, leadership meetings, small group meetings etc. – are in addition, as hours given by a committed elder and gospel partner.

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

A remuneration package will be in accordance with Christian Reformed Church of Australia Synodical guidelines and includes superannuation contribution, long service leave, vehicle and home allowances.

Employment Opportunity: Associate Pastor English Congregation

Hills Christian Alliance Church is a part of the Christian and Missionary Alliance. We have three congregations (Cantonese, English and Mandarin). We started the English congregation in 2008 and have developed into a mature congregation with about 50 people. The congregation consists of high school and university students, working adults and young couples.

We are currently running the following ministries:

Ø  Sunday Worship

Ø  Friday night fellowship

Ø  Young Adults cell group

Ø  Children Sunday school

Ø  Worship team practice

Ø  Bible study

We have a team of leaders in the English congregation who are involved in those ministries, however, we are looking for a suitable candidate called into pastoral ministry to further develop and disciple our English congregation.

Job Summary

This is a full-time pastoral position that has the responsibility of developing and supervising all ministries of the English Congregation, the goal of which is a Christ-centered ministry that builds up believers, trains them for ministry, and equips them to reach others.

Qualifications

1. Education Requirements:   Bachelor Degree in theological studies or related field.  

2. Pastoral Experience: Minimum of one year pastoral experience. Experience may include internship, mission work, or other full-time or part-time ministries. Sensitivity to issues in a multicultural, multilingual, and multigenerational congregation is preferable.

4. Acceptance of C&MA Statement of faith, Doctrine and Tradition

5. Love People: A caring individual willing to invest in the lives of his flock in doing life together. Is skilled and involved in interpersonal relationships and works well as part of a team.

6. Administrative Skills: Has appropriate administrative skills particularly that of prioritising in planning, organising, executing and delegating lay leaders in such a manner that develops a spirit of team ministry. Willingness to work with pastoral and office staff is a necessity.

Responsibilities

1.      To preach and teach the Bible with passion and conviction.

2.      To provide pastoral care to members of the congregation.

3.      To challenge, guide, support, equip new and existing leaders for youth and young adults.

4.      Develop and work with team leaders to provide leadership and oversight of our existing ministries.

5.      Engage in disciple making to impact lives immerse in spiritual studies and doctrinal teachings.

6.      To equip and challenge members and leaders in pro-active community engagement and evangelism.

7.      Involve in short-term and long-term planning for the congregation and church.

8.      Will report to the Senior Pastor.

Should you require further reference please feel free to contact Rev Almon Li at (02) 9484 6374 or 0413 142 268 or almon.li@hillscac.org