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Associate Pastor for Worship and Discipleship at Barrington Baptist Church (Barr

The Gospel Coalition, Barrington, Rhode Island, us, 02806


Associate Pastor for Worship and Discipleship

at Barrington Baptist Church (Barrington, RI)

Barrington Baptist Church (Barrington, RI)Associate Pastor for Worship and DiscipleshipThe Big PictureBarrington Baptist Church seeks a mature Christian leader to lead, equip, and cultivate the ministries of worship and discipleship for, to, and with an intentionally intergenerational church in New England with key opportunities for growth and impact.Job Description

Are you a mature follower of Christ and leader of God’s people? Do you desire to see the next generation come to faith and serve the kingdom of God? Are you a musically gifted vocalist or instrumentalist who knows how to inspire people to add their gifts and voices to the worship of the Lord?Barrington Baptist Church is an intergenerational congregation in Rhode Island. We take corporate worship seriously and desire to see many come to faith in Christ. The Town of Barrington is a bedroom community to the greater Providence area with the best schools in the state year over year.Our vision is to become a church of Everyday Missionaries on mission to follow Jesus and lead others to him. We seek to live out that one ministry by gathering to worship Jesus and grow together in Grace & Truth so that we might go to serve and share the Good News with our neighbors.Our church was founded to reach the children and families of the East Bay. For over 50 years now, we have operated Camp Cedarwood, designed for campers in K – 8th grade. Our goal is to connect each camper and their family to the life of the church.In addition to our outreach, we gather to hear the Word of God preached, sing praise, pray together, and fellowship. We are looking for a leader who can help us reach young families in our community.Here are areas where we can grow and you can help: ministry to young families, including evangelism and integration; ministry to and with young adults; and growing our music and worship ministry to involve the gifts and talents of worshipers, especially the next generation.Purpose: To shepherd growing, God-honoring, and Gospel-rich ministries of discipleship and worship by cultivating leaders to fulfill the mission and vision of Barrington Baptist Church.Minimum Requirements:

Be a baptized follower of Jesus; be willing to become a member of Barrington Baptist Church; have graduate-level education; have 3+ years of ministry leadership experience, volunteer or paid.Responsibilities:

Three key areas of responsibility include discipleship for those ranging in age from birth to college, and worship with and for an intergenerational congregation. These areas are tied together by a third area of responsibility aimed at cultivating leaders for life in the Body.Provide pastoral oversight to those who serve in Christian Education roles elected by the BBC congregation.Coordinate efforts with the Adult Education Coordinator to provide discipleship training for parents.Integrate the church’s three strategic values (Intentionally Intergenerational, Servant-Minded, and Bold with the Gospel).Plan/facilitate ministry goals for weekly youth groups.Ensure that the ministry is protected and enriched by following proper safety protocol and teaching that is saturated with God’s grace and truth.Serve as director of Camp Cedarwood.Plan/coordinate/attend at least one weekend youth camp annually.Plan/coordinate/attend at least one local/regional/global missions’ event biennially.Worship Ministry:

Develop worshipers who gather to grow in Grace & Truth and who scatter to share the Good News.Embrace, lead, and encourage a model of worship that fulfills our Exalting Worship.Plan Sunday’s orders of service in collaboration with the Senior Pastor.Coordinate and direct rehearsals for all worship services.Recruit, resource, equip, and empower volunteers for the worship ministry.Develop and execute an onboarding process for new musicians and vocalists.Ensure that the ministry is protected and enriched by following proper safety protocol.Coordinate two seasonal choirs for Easter and Christmas annually.Work with the Tech Team leader to ensure support for worship services.Plan/coordinate/attend at least one team-based or leader-focused worship training event biennially.Accountability:

Work closely with, and report to, the Senior Pastor. One performance review annually.Work Week:

The work week shall consist of a minimum of 40 hours. The AP will be expected to attend and/or participate in the Sunday worship service and the weekly Staff Meeting.Benefits:

Helpful benefits, including up to 20 days of paid time off each year.How To Apply

The ProcessPlease look over this job description and the church website. Along with your resume please answer these questions:Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the Associate Pastor at Barrington Baptist Church?Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Associate Pastor at Barrington Baptist Church.In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the beliefs of Barrington Baptist Church.Please send your resume, the answers to these questions, and a link to at least one online sermon to Jason@no-feepastorsearch.com

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