Job Overview

Job Description

The Campus/Teaching Pastor 55+'s Responsibilities Include:

• Develop More and Maturing 3C Christ-Followers.
  • Innovate and implement strategies for reaching more people who are far from God.
  • Innovate and implement strategies for helping people mature by taking next steps in the 3Cs.

• Recruit, Develop, and Reproduce Leaders and Teams.
  • Implement the Staff-Coach-Leader-Apprentice model to support the development of 3C Christ-followers.
  • Lead and meet regularly with staff and leaders in teams and one-on-one for ministry planning and leadership development.
  • Lead a monthly Leadership Community to provide vision, skill, and huddle time.

• Provide Engaging Celebration Services.
  • Serve as the primary communicator of Big Idea content.
  • Utilize the creative content supplied by the Creative Catalyst.
  • Collaborate with the Creative Arts Director to plan the 60-minute service.

• Build alignment around COMMUNITY's mission, vision, values, location constants, and "What We Believe."

• Ensure the Financial Health of the Location.
  • Serve as the chief fundraiser taking steps publicly and privately to create a culture of increasing generosity.
  • Practice good stewardship by planning and managing ministry budgets.

• Provide pastoral care.
  • Put systems in place to follow up with new attenders.
  • Put systems in place for significant events (weddings, funerals, crisis situations, etc.).

• Build Relationships with Community Organizations.
  • Identify organizations and/or causes within the local community that the church can work with to advance the Jesus Mission.
  • Plan opportunities for attenders to get involved with these Community organizations.

• Set and Complete Annual Key Objectives that:
  • Align with Community's overall vision.
  • Provide strategic and measurable steps.

What You Bring:

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Campus and Teaching Pastor:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred
• A minimum of 10 years of ministry experience (or comparable marketplace management experience combined with 5 years of volunteer leadership within the church)

Personal Characteristics & Qualifications

• A passion for helping people find their way back to God.
• A growing relationship with Christ and alignment with COMMUNITY's Leadership Expectations and "What We Believe" statement.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience and effectiveness in working with highly collaborative teams.
• Very good public speaking skills.
• Ability to be flexible and to self-manage in a highly unstructured environment.

What It's Like to Live in Plainfield, IL:

Plainfield, Illinois, weaves together the tranquility of small-town life with the convenience of suburban living. Its tree-lined streets and friendly neighbors create a welcoming atmosphere that draws families and young professionals alike. Carillon is an active adult resort community that is conveniently located one mile south of I-55 on Weber Road in Plainfield. Just 35 minutes from downtown Chicago. With over 5,000 residents and endless activities, this is an incredible place to live and be on mission to help people find their way back to God.

While offering a respite from the bustling city, Plainfield is well-connected, making it easy to commute to Chicago for work or entertainment. The town has experienced steady growth, bringing new shops, restaurants, and amenities to cater to its expanding population. Yet, despite its development, Plainfield retains a sense of community that is often lost in larger suburbs; and offers the benefits of a safe, affordable, and family-friendly environment, for building a comfortable and fulfilling life.