Job Overview

Heritage Christian Fellowship is seeking a full-time Pastor of Worship & Youth.

Job Description

We Seek

a man who continually strives for the qualifications of eldership (1 Tim 3:1–7, Titus 1:5–9, 1 Pet 5:1–4)

and who is...

• Dedicated to sacrificial service as an under-shepherd of Christ's people. (1 Peter 5:1-4).
• A servant-leader who demonstrates genuine love for others, flexibility, humility, teachability, and a commitment to unity.
• Devoted to studying and rightly handling God's Word (2 Timothy 3:16–17, 4:2).
• Proficient in planning doctrinally rich worship.
• Skillful in vocal and instrumental leadership (guitar or keyboard) and able to collaborate well with other musicians.
• Committed to regular prayer for others and himself (Acts 6:4, James 5:14-20).
• Committed to becoming a member in good standing at Heritage, affirming our Statement of Faith, embracing our core values, submitting to plural pastor/elder leadership, and serving for several years at Heritage.

and who has...

• A bachelor's degree (or higher) in Biblical Studies, Music, Theology, Worship, or a related field.
• A premillennial view of eschatology based on a literal historical-grammatical hermeneutic.

Position Description

Worship Ministry (45% of role)

In this role, you will lead God's people in worship, modeling biblical worship principles and crafting meaningful worship services based on Scripture. Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the worship ministry, including song selections, AV preparations, and the arrangements of instrumentalists and vocalists.
• Planning, preparing, and directing theologically sound worship services for Sunday gatherings in collaboration with other elders/leaders.
• Managing the worship schedule, calendar, and budget.
• Building and nurturing volunteer teams.
• Preparing special worship programs for key events throughout the year (Good Friday, Christmas Eve, etc.).
• Setting, assessing, and adjusting short-term and long-term goals for the worship ministry.
• Ensuring the maintenance and care of all worship equipment, evaluating needs, and suggesting improvements.

Youth Ministry (45% of role)

As a fellow Pastor-Elder, you will join us in shepherding our church body by leading and overseeing the youth ministry. Key responsibilities include:

• Spending time daily in prayer and studying the Word.
• Planning and leading regular youth gatherings, Bible studies, and discipleship activities.
• Planning , and organizing youth retreats, service projects and outreach opportunities.
• Maintaining regular office hours during the week.
• Building relationships with students and parents, providing pastoral care and encouragement.
• Recruiting, equipping, and shepherding volunteer youth leaders.
• Communicating regularly with parents about ministry plans, events, and opportunities for involvement.
• Actively participating in the church body.

General Shepherding (10% of role)

This involves participating in weekly elders' meetings, attending regular staff meetings, providing pastoral care and biblical counseling, sharing in preaching and teaching, and assisting in officiating communion and baptisms. Additionally, we encourage your involvement in elder retreats, conferences, church-wide events, and ministries as your schedule allows.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $50,000–$70,000, commensurate with experience, qualification, & education.