Ministry Assistant

Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale•Boca Raton, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Calvary Chapel, we are called to make disciples of Jesus Christ by connecting people to God, people to people, and people to outreach. Our vision is to reach our community and change our world. As a staff member, it’s not what we do, it's who we are. Your passion: You must have a burden to change the world for the Glory of God through a growing and vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ. You’ll do this by working closely with the campus pastor sharing teaching responsibilities, making disciples, and taking on the role of family ministry overseer. As the campus pastor’s ministry assistant, you must have a passion for God's word, a passion for people, and a diligent work ethic that can meet the demands of a growing church. This position will require you to be full of the Holy Spirit, full of wisdom and above all driven by the Love of Jesus Christ to fulfill our mission to make disciples.

Requirements

A good understanding of the whole counsel of God and proficiency in Biblical exegesis.
Experience in teaching the word of God
A good working knowledge of computer software (e.g. Excel, Word, Google drive).
Highly developed personal skills.
The ability to multitask.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to function with minimum supervision
Proper skills in areas of public speaking and writing.
Shows spiritual, emotional, social and mental maturity.
The ability to coordinate and direct major ministry events.
The ability to earn people’s respect, trust and confidence
Convinced a relationship with Jesus changes everything in a person’s life
Committed to keeping your family as your first ministry
Dedicated in your personal study of God’s Word
Consistently placing a high priority on worship and your personal prayer life
An excellent and generous steward of your personal finances
Obedient to God to take a Sabbath and make space for soul-keeping
Deeply compassionate towards people who are in need or hurting
Excited about global missions and local outreach - you want to change the world
A part of a healthy friendship community and accountability circle
Willing to give up personal pleasures and freedoms in order to live a life above reproach and that is aligned with our Leadership Covenant
Growing in humility learning the way of Godliness through submission

Responsibilities

Be responsible to oversee and lead our six78 middle school ministry and HSM high school ministry (50% of Schedule)
Assist and support Campus Pastor with other areas of ministry as needed (50%)
Be expected to attend various meetings: Staff Huddles, Campus Staff Meetings, SPOC Meetings, Planning and Training Meetings, etc.
Help strategize and develop outreach initiatives to our local community and youth
Need to be able to logically organize and simplify information in a way that effectively communicates to our congregation the mission and vision of our church.
Work collaboratively with staff and volunteers across ministry departments
Prepare lessons, plan sermons, and teach the Bible in various ministries including occasional church services.
Host and facilitate meetings such as connect classes, young adult groups, small groups, and men’s bible studies.
Lead and participate in various youth programs like: Youth Encounter, Kids Conf, V.B.S. and summer camp programs.
Counsel students, families, men, and volunteers.
Assist and support during baptisms, weddings and memorial services.
Lead volunteer meetings and help train new volunteers.
Participate, plan, and lead various church outreaches throughout the year.
Perform other ministry-related tasks as needed and assigned by the campus pastor.