Associate Pastor - Kalona Church (Kalona, IA)

LancasterSearch•Kalona, IA

56d•Onsite

About The Position

Kalona Mennonite Church is seeking a full-time Associate Pastor to join their family-oriented congregation. The church, founded in 1958, is located in Kalona, Iowa, and has an average Sunday attendance of around 190, with a significant portion being youth. The church is involved in multiple youth programs, a Bible Memory program, and has strong ties to the local retirement community and a Christian school. Services are held in person and streamed online, followed by Sunday school. The Associate Pastor will work collaboratively with the lead pastor and Elders, supporting the church's vision and mission to share the message of Jesus Christ and disciple believers.

Requirements

Deeply rooted and firmly grounded in the biblical story and text
Promote Anabaptist theology
Hold to the Mennonite Confession of Faith 1995
Demonstrate a commitment to personal spiritual discipline and growth
Willingness to seek credentialing/ordination through the EVANA Network

Nice To Haves

Involved in new membership classes
Available for Bible studies, retreats, Bible school, conventions, service or mission trips, and social activities
Be a resource for the music program
Provide a positive approach to congregation interactions, communications, and decision-making
Ability to remain focused on the vision of Kalona Mennonite Church
Post-secondary education in ministry/theology preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Preach approximately 50% of the time
Assist the lead pastor in planning worship themes and observation of ordinances
Assist the lead pastor in planning and conducting special services (Baptisms, commissionings, dedications, weddings, funerals, etc.)
Work in collaboration with the lead pastor to provide engagement opportunities for all ages and stages in the congregation
Work as a team with the lead pastor and the Elders
Be a member of the Board of Elders
Meet regularly with Elders to discuss pastoral and spiritual concerns of the congregation
Give support, training, or resources to lay leadership
Work effectively with the lead pastor, church staff, Elders, and other volunteers
Spend adequate amounts of time in the church office as determined by the lead pastor and the Elders
Attend Church Council meetings
Share responsibilities with the lead pastor to serve on other church committees as required