Snapshot

Denomination: Evangelical Free Church of America

Weekly Attendance:  600

Location: Williams Bay, WI

The Role: Associate Pastor

Meet Calvary Community Church:

In a small village on the shores of Williams Bay, a group of people have gathered for the past 100 years for one purpose: to know Christ and make Him known. July of 1921 marked a new beginning for believers in this modest community as they put their passion to work, renovating their small church building and transitioning away from services conducted in Swedish so they could reach their English-speaking neighbors.

Thus the Williams Bay Free Mission Church was born, which ultimately became known as Calvary Community Church.

Our congregation has seen many faces, held many names, and weathered many seasons, but the Spirit of God has preserved our passion through it all. One hundred years later, we still want to know Christ and make Him known.

About the Associate Pastor:

Calvary Community Church is searching for an Associate Pastor of Discipleship to come alongside the Senior Pastor to care for the congregation, specifically in overseeing all aspects of discipleship within the church. 

This person will have a character that meets and demonstrates the qualifications found in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9. The church is looking for someone with integrity displayed as mature, pastoral, spiritual, servant-leadership (Psalm 78:72). The Associate Pastor will have a heart of humility (Numbers 12:3; Micah 6:8), will be an example for others (Philippians 4:9), and will have the heart of a shepherd (Ezekiel 34:23; 1 Peter 5:2). This person will have an intimate, dynamic, life-changing, and growing relationship with God. They will have healthy, God-honoring relationships with family, staff members, and the community as an example to the congregation, and they will have a passion for the Bible, the lost, prayer, worship, and discipleship.

The Associate Pastor's Responsibilities Include: 

• Lead and equip people to live out and strengthen the core values of CCC—belong, grow, serve, testify, and celebrate.

• Lead, shepherd, and equip the staff that is directly involved in discipleship roles (both paid and lay).

• Directly supervise Adult, Youth, and Children’s ministry staff.

• Bridge the gap between what it means to know Christ and what it means to make Him known.

• Elevate the discipleship values, vision, and mission of CCC.

• Champion the discipleship culture within CCC which includes, but is not limited to, one-on-one mentoring, small groups, and mid-size gatherings, which are helping people enter into intentional discipleship relationships.

• Oversee an intergenerational and multigenerational discipleship culture within CCC.

• Recruit, shepherd, and equip discipleship leaders and volunteers.

• Establish and maintain healthy networking relationships with ministries outside of CCC.

• Teach in different settings.

• Preach upon occasion in the weekend services as part of the preaching team.

• Officiate funerals and weddings as needed or requested.

• Any other work as assigned.

What You Bring: 

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Associate Pastor of Discipleship:

Education & Experience

• Undergraduate degree

• Seminary degree, preferred

• 5+ years of ministry experience

• Credentialed  or willing to pursue credentials with the EFCA

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to preach, teach, and handle the word of God.

• Leadership skills

• Ability to work in a supportive and constructive way within a ministry team

Personal Characteristics & Qualifications

• A love for CCC and a healthy understanding of its history

• Aligns with and supports the doctrinal statements and ethos of CCC and the EFCA

• High value for servant leadership

• A passion for multigenerational discipleship

What it's Like to Live in Williams Bay, WI: 

Being a short drive away from Chicago, Williams Bay is a rural community with the feel of suburban living. The city has attracted many who view Williams Bay as a resort community, retirement location, and bedroom community. The area is scattered with lakes and recreational activities to enjoy with family on weekends and leisure time. The quality school systems in Williams Bay serve the children and families well, and there are many Christian school options as well! Its scenery and charm create a truly beautiful place to live and work.

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