Job Overview

The ideal candidate for this position will possess a strong gift for teaching and a passion for serving as a campus pastor rather than aspiring to a lead pastor role. They should bring experience with multisite ministry or fully support a video-driven campus model. This individual will embody a balance of confident leadership and deep humility, working collaboratively with volunteers eager to innovate and central and campus staff committed to advancing the church's mission. They will be a true team player, navigating diverse perspectives while fostering unity and momentum in pursuing shared goals.

Job Description

The Campus Pastor is responsible for advancing the mission and vision of the church at their campus by providing leadership, shepherding the congregation, and delivering biblical teaching. They will oversee volunteers, leadership teams, and small groups, fostering spiritual growth and ensuring alignment with the church's core values and vision. Through relational discipleship, pastoral care, and dynamic leadership, the Campus Pastor will guide the campus in reaching every neighborhood to see the gospel redeem and renew lives.

Purpose statement: The Campus Pastor's purpose is to lead the campus in advancing our church's mission and vision through spiritual leadership, relational discipleship, and pastoral care.

Spiritual Leadership

• Oversee the entire weekend experience for the campus, leading the campus from the parking lot to the stage.
• Host Sunday services and engage with the congregation every weekend.
• Lead and develop the campus Prayer Team.
• Oversee the Food Pantry Ministries volunteer leaders.
• Collaborate with Campus and Central Ministry Teams to ensure goals, calendars, and budgets at the campus are met.
• Assist the Central Ministry Team in reproducing Epikos Church's best practices, systems, and ministry environments at the campus.
• Work with the Central Ministry Team to implement great teams and experiences.
• Work with the Operations Team to ensure the facility and campus operations run smoothly.
• Empower the congregation to reach the surrounding community with the gospel.

Relational Discipleship

• Lead discipleship ministries (classes, small groups, etc.) on campus. A key responsibility is to disciple and coach leaders to help shepherd and lead their groups.
• Lead campus attendees towards Small Group involvement, volunteering, and leadership development opportunities.
• Recruit, minister to, and develop volunteers.
• Motivate and encourage the campus staff and ministry teams to create a healthy staff team environment and leadership culture.
• Champion connection between congregants and ministry leader.

Pastoral Care

• Oversee Campus Community Partnerships to serve the surrounding community in tangible ways.
• Be present in the local community and participate in outreach opportunities.
• Provide biblical counsel to congregants during times of personal or spiritual need, offering guidance grounded in Scripture.
• Meet with congregants for pastoral care, including one-on-one conversations over coffee or lunch, to provide encouragement, prayer, and support as they navigate life's challenges.
• Be available to walk individuals and families through significant life events such as illness, grief, relational struggles, and other pastoral concerns.
• Officiate weddings and funerals when needed, providing pastoral support throughout the process.
• Check-in regularly with church members to maintain relational connections, fostering a culture of care within the campus community.
• Other responsibilities as needed.

Biblical Teaching

• Teach 12-15 times a year from the broadcast location, delivering biblically sound and engaging sermons that align with the church's mission and vision.
• Collaborate with the Lead Pastor and Discipleship Pastor to design and plan future sermon series, ensuring they are relevant to the congregation's spiritual needs and consistent with the church's theological framework.
• Provide occasional teaching for midweek gatherings, special events, or discipleship classes as needed.
• Serve as a resource for biblical guidance and teaching for campus staff, small group leaders, and ministry teams.
• Maintain a commitment to personal spiritual growth and theological development to ensure ongoing effectiveness as a teacher and spiritual leader.