First Baptist Lafayette, nestled in the vibrant heart of downtown Lafayette and just three blocks from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, has been a steadfast witness in Acadiana for almost 120 years. Lafayette, known for its unique blend of urban amenities and rich Cajun culture, was recently named the "Happiest City in America" by the Wall Street Journal's marketwatch.com. Our church has witnessed remarkable growth and blessings, including over 150 baptisms last year and a record number of contributions. As we look to surpass these achievements, we are seeking a dedicated and passionate Minister to Adults to join our team. This role is pivotal in nurturing spiritual development, fostering community connections, and advancing our mission to share the Gospel and serve the Acadiana region.

The objective of the Minister to Adults is to provide visionary leadership, spiritual guidance, and compassionate support to the adult members of First Baptist Lafayette. This role involves creating and implementing dynamic programs and initiatives that foster spiritual growth, deepen community connections, and empower individuals to live out their faith in practical ways. The Minister to Adults will work collaboratively with church staff and volunteers with an outstanding ability to build relationships, inspire and guide others, and support the vision for adult ministry that aligns with the church's mission.

Job Summary: The Minister To Adults assists the Adults Pastor in providing leadership, support, and direction for adults aged 30-Senior Adults and church-wide pastoral ministry. This includes ministry to Men, Women, and Senior Adults.

Major Responsibilities:

· Lead in the planning, conducting, coordinating, and evaluating of a comprehensive program of Discipleship for Adult Departments (30-Senior).

· Serve as the staff team lead over the Adult (30-Senior) ministry teams.

· Develop a unified strategy of discipleship that streamlines the process from unsaved/unchurched to missional disciple.

· Assist with the coordination and leading of Sunday School and other weekly discipleship groups.

· Coordinate with staff/department leadership to develop and implement age-appropriate evangelistic strategies.

Lead in the planning, conducting, coordination, and evaluation of a comprehensive program of congregational care.· Coordinate and lead in pastoral ministry to people in hospitals, rehab/assisted living facilities, and shut-ins.

· Coordinate and lead the Church-wide Prayer Ministry.

· Coordinate and lead the Fellowship Ministry.

· Coordinate and lead the Benevolence Ministry.

· Provide support for funerals and weddings, including pre-marital counseling.

· Lead in the planning, conducting, coordinating, and evaluating of a comprehensive program of Assimilation.

· Connection Teams (ushers/greeters/parking lot/Information table, etc.)

· Baptism Team and Decision Counselor Team

· Next Steps/New Member Orientation

Manage budget and resources for respective ministries.Assist in discovering, enlisting, and training future leaders for ministry.Fulfill preaching/teaching responsibilities in support of the Senior Pastor.Assist in pastoral ministry (i.e. counseling during worship invitations; assisting in baptisms; conducting weddings and funerals when appropriate, pre-marital counseling, and hospital visitation).

General duties:

Serve as staff liaison for assigned church committees and ministry teams.Keep informed on methods, materials, principles, procedures, promotions, and administration related to pertinent ministries.Cooperate with associational, state, and national programs and leaders. Be involved as time permits, giving first priority to the church.Maintain openness to new ideas and flexibility in adopting new strategies of ministry.Participate in weekly visitation program. Provide support when needed to other departments with "all hands on deck" ministries (i.e. Vacation Bible School).· Be present and available to support all church-wide services (Sunday AM/PM and Wednesday PM) and events.

Work with other ministry staff when responsibilities overlap.Perform other duties and assignments as requested by the Senior Pastor. Working Conditions· The Minister To Adults shall be responsible as an employee to the Senior Pastor through the Executive Pastor and Adults Pastor. He will coordinate and cooperate with the Pastor, Executive Pastor, and Church Staff to discharge all duties and responsibilities.

· Observe regular office hours of 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, except as required by the needs of the carrying out of assigned responsibilities or as provided in the general personnel policies.

· Vacation, holidays, and other circumstances related to working conditions are determined by general personnel policies.

· The Executive Pastor must approve participation in conferences and conventions.

Qualifications

· Be a Christian of high moral character who has demonstrated loyalty to God, the church, and his Pastor, and who expresses a call to the ministry.

· Fulfills the requirements of a pastor/overseer/elder found in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1.

· Able and willing to sign FBC Lafayette's Staff Covenant.

· Has evidenced a heart's desire to win people to faith in Christ and to see them following Him.

· Has demonstrated a work ethic characterized by punctuality, integrity, honesty, diligence, excellence, and industriousness.

· Has demonstrated the ability to lead and work with volunteer workers of all age groups of the church in a spirit of harmony.

· Has demonstrated the ability to work cooperatively with other church staff members.

· Has demonstrated a high level of confidentiality concerning all areas of ministry, especially personal contributions, benevolence, and personal information.