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Missions Discipleship Training (MDT) is an intensive training program aimed at equipping you for a missional life wherever God calls you. We focus on growing you in your journey as a follower of Christ. Are you eager for more of God and desire to grow and experience His working in and through you? MDT Love Europe is a foundational Discipleship course to help you grow as a believer. It prepares you for a lifetime journey of following Christ and equips you to be His Ambassador to the nations.  Enjoy Interactive classroom studies taught by a host of well-trained Theologians and experienced Missionaries. The Mill - Mosbach Germany, is our home base for living and studies. From here we will launch out in different European Countries for the practical Mission experiences. Missions trip to the following countries are being considered; Albania | England | Finland | Greece |Sweden| Moldova| Belgium. MDT - Love Europe is a gateway into Missions in Europe. AUGUST 20 - FEBRUARY 15, 2020 (APPLY BY MAY 22)  Ministry Details Our four key focus areas are:   Cross-cultural community life - We live in a vibrant cross cultural community of many nations from around the world, learning how to understand and grow together. One-on-One Mentoring - We aim to prepare you, equip you and expand your world view as you discover who you are in Christ and all that He has prepared in advance for you to do! Study-based Knowledge - Our program will take you through a discipleship module, give you a structure of spiritual discipline and cover an introduction to missions through our missions module. Our modules are: Discipleship, Missions, Anthropology, World Faiths, Kingdom of God and the Scarlet threat trough the bible.   Practical Ministry Experience - Alongside this, we take you on outreaches across Europe to introduce you to a wide variety of communities, cultures and ministries areas God is using to build His Kingdom in Europe Participant Profile MDT is for English speakers who: Are committed to following Jesus! Are keen to get to know and live with people from different cultures. Enjoy working in Teams. Are passionate about the Kingdom of God and its expansion. Desire to grow in their relationship to Christ and share the hope that they have in Him. No previous experience is necessary. You will however leave with a bag full of experiences! :-) Accomodation Accommodation will be provided. Food Food will be provided. Travel Arrival: Deelden, Netherlands Departure: Mosbach, Germany Health Should be in good health. Visa Check with your local Home Office. Notes Cost Includes: Accommodation, Food, Travel within Training, Training material and Go Conference. NOTE: the training will be conducted in ENGLISH! Cost $6534

Life happens in small groups and communities. First Free Church has a long history of building community through diverse groups that strive to build community, care for one another, grow in our walk of faith, and serve our neighbors.    ROLE Under the direction of the Executive Pastor of Discipleship, the Groups Pastor will overseeall adult group experiences, classes, small groups, Bible studies, and care groups. He will cultivate a disciple-making environment by building strong, active, and relational communities that equip believers in their walk.   EQUIPPING & SHEPHERDING The Groups Pastor will create a contagious biblical community by building, equipping, and encouraging successful leadership teams.   LEADERSHIP & STRATEGY The Groups Pastor will build and strengthen the lay leadership within the church by casting a vision for life-giving groups, overseeing existing and new programs, and working with staff and senior leadership to create a cohesive alignment across all ministries. For the full job description and application, please visit efree.org/groupspastor

STATUS: Full-time, Salaried Mission Statement: The goal of the Student Ministry (Middle and High School) is to create an inviting environment to attract lost students into our family of believers while at the same time building disciples for Christ, equipping them to share their faith with others. The mission of discipleship in relational environments should be a key component of the student ministry. Supervision: The Student Pastor reports to the Lead Pastor for spiritual and ministry guidance. The Primary Task: Develop and implement a comprehensive approach to student ministry. This comprehensive approach is based on the understanding of the primary task of student ministry to: disciple the student and young adults into a personal relationship with God in both large group and smaller relational environments grow the student ministry by creating attractive and compelling environments to which our student can invite their non-Christian friends. build a team of passionate adult student coaches to help mentor and disciple the student teach the student and young adults the Gospel and what that requires from them provide them with opportunities for nurture and growth show Jesus’ love through modeling it in your own life challenge the student and young adults to respond to God’s call to serve in their communities and world support and assist the parents in the process of discipling their student equip the current student to share the Gospel with their friends build a ministry that engages with local Middle and High schools in the area, through an on-campus ministry such as First Priority. (http://fpofamerica.com/) design trips/experiences where the student can have fun and fellowship Responsibilities: Be an advocate for student and young adults and educate the congregation about the hopes, concerns and needs of student in the local church and community. Help plan, develop, and implement all aspects of a balanced student ministry. Mentor student and young adults in developing their leadership skills. Stay abreast of new resources and changes in student ministry and student culture and adjust our programming as needed to maintain a current and effective program. Share these changes with the parents to assist them in better understanding their student and the culture they live in. Participate in continuing education events and training opportunities. Recruit and train volunteers to serve in various aspects of student, and young adult ministry and ensure adequate adult to student ratios. Be a liaison between the church and other community organizations, people, and resources that relate to student ministries. Coordinate Sunday curriculum for student (grades 6-12) and recruit student coaches to assist with the weekly teaching and mentoring the student. Select the curriculum, teach or coordinate others teaching, for all mid-week classes. Provide leadership for student coaches, mentors, and parents beyond the classroom. Work in partnership with schools in the area to effectively reach student in the community and develop a strategic ministry outreach plan. Keep records of student participation and manage the student ministry budget. Communicate with the student and parents in a timely manner and as effectively as possible using all available resources (email, website, bulletin, newsletter, texting, etc.). This may include a quarterly parent’s newsletter, regular parent emails regarding upcoming events, weekly student check in texts and periodic articles in the weekly walk. Be available to encourage, challenge, and counsel the student, young adults and parents towards effective lives as followers of Jesus (i.e. lunch at school, after school visits, attendance at extracurricular activities, home visitations, and support during times of crisis, etc.) Work in concert with the gifts and talents of other staff members and maintain a strong teamwork mentality. Attend all weekly Staff Meetings as well as any other regular scheduled meetings. Ensure that SAFE SANCTUARY is observed in all student ministry settings. Plan two (2) trips each year (summer/winter) Plan several one-day outings to have fun and allow students to bond with each other and the leadership (i.e., paintball) Attend student activities from time to time (e.g., sporting, awards) To remain onsite during work hours – time offsite work is anticipated (i.e., visiting schools) but should be communicated to senior pastor prior to time away from office Qualifications and Aptitudes: Adhere to theology and values in harmony with the Church’s mission and values as well as statements of belief. Clear, observable commitment to Jesus Christ A relational and pastoral heart A Professional Certification in Student Ministry or 3 plus years of experience in the area of student ministry is preferred. Must have vision and a demonstrated ability to plan, develop, coordinate, manage and implement a student and family ministry within the parameters of the church. Must have good written and verbal communication skills, conflict management skills, and computer skills. Must have a proven ability to work effectively with student, young adults, parents, diverse individuals, and teams of volunteers.   To Apply: Please send an email with the following two items in one document as an attachment: Your resumé A statement, no longer than one page, on your philosophy of student ministry.

The Youth and Outreach Pastor is a self-motivated leader, capable of casting and imparting vision for youth ministry, possessing relational skills with youth and their families, and other lay-leaders and staff. They are both gifted and called to share God’s love with youth ages 12 to 19 years old, and have a passion for spiritual growth, both personally and at the ministry level. This person also promotes and coordinates outreaches and special ministry events involving youth and their parents who reside in nearby apartment communities and schools. Job Skills: Proven verbal and written communication and basic administrative skills. Minimum of 2-5 years of ministry experience and involvement in a local church setting Comfortable ministering cross-culturally Musical skills a plus Specific Duties: Management Help in the creation and management of an effective ministry program for youth. Recruit, train and mentor volunteers as ministry lay-leaders. Assist in the oversight of youth program under the direction of the Senior Pastor Ministry Be present and available to minister to and nurture the youth of NHC on Sunday mornings, Wednesday evenings, and give leadership to the Monday night youth Bible Study. Be involved the third Saturday of every month to lead our Youth in our Community Outreach Be available for scheduled youth trips and activities apart from weekly church schedule. Be capable of conducting timely and engaging services and discussions with youth. Being available to mentor and encourage youth in casual and unstructured interactions. Work to involve our youth in PFWB youth camps and special youth events. Miscellaneous  Participate as needed or requested in the evaluation and development of the overall church ministry. Provide monthly expense reports and other reports on a timely basis as assigned by the Executive Pastor. Performs other duties as assigned by the Senior Pastor. Other Qualifications Willingness to affirm the long-term vision for North Haven’s ministry to people of different races, cultures and backgrounds. Exhibits a personal and growing relationship with God, a teachable spirit, and a healthy personal life. Agreement with North Haven’s Code of Christian Conduct in its entirety.

Kid City (K-5th Grade) Children's Pastor Full-Time - Typically, Sunday through Thursday  Kid City, the children's ministry of East Hill Church, provides relevant, age-appropriate learning and connection opportunities for kids in grades K-5. During our Sunday worship experiences, ministry for kids is provided and executed by a large base of volunteers led by the Kid City Pastor. The Kid City Pastor will work with our East Hill Church campus team to achieve the goals of East Hill Church. They will also be responsible for the specific goals related to a successful Kid City ministry.  Kid City is making a lasting difference by leading children in a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. If you are passionate about our ministry and this position sounds like yours, keep reading for details. You are: Passionate about sharing the vision of Kid City with families in the church, people in the community, and volunteers Able to build a team that leads and executes Kid City ministry by inspiring others to serve in Kid City Driven to reach kids who do not know Christ by being relevant and providing a great space for them to connect with other kids and leaders An advocate for connecting with parents and equipping them to be the leader of their child's spiritual development A strong communicator who listens well A proven project manager with strong attention to details and administrative skills A team player and team builder who focuses on the good of the entire organization You will: Lead the Kid City Team to implement a strategy that draws families into the church through our Kid City ministry Lead and develop teams and volunteers so that they are operating in their strengths and being most effective in their roles on the Kid City team Create a presence of Kid City ministry in the community  Minister to the families and aid in connecting what happens on the Sunday with what happens at home Be a model for those who attend East Hill Church by being an example of personal integrity, discipleship, and evangelism A good fit: The ideal candidate will be a follower of Jesus Christ and believe in the works of the Holy Spirit, be an active member of EHCF and adhere to the Foursquare Doctrine of Faith.  To apply for this position, please use the link below to fill out and return an application form.  Along with the form, please include a cover letter that answers the question of why you would be the best candidate for the position.  Please email Tina Bures at Tinab@easthill.org.  If you have any questions or would like a complete copy of the Job Description, please email or call 503-661-4444 ext. 302.