Parish Associate (Part Time)
The Parish Associate (PA) supports the care of the congregation and the growth of our community of faith. The PA serves as a supplement to the pastoral presence of PCW in addition to being a resource for the Senior Pastor. The Parish Associate is a part time position serving nineteen (19) or fewer hours per week.
The primary responsibilities of Parish Associate include but are not limited to
- Assist in worship, congregational faith formation, and congregational care
- Contribute to the development of leaders on staff and session through the current transition
- Participate as directed by the Head of Staff in serving the ministries of the church
Specific Responsibilities & Duties
- Lead or participate in worship alongside the Senior Pastor and other staff/volunteers
- Minister to the needs of the congregation through pastoral presence and prayer
- Teach classes on a regular basis and provide other instruction as deemed appropriate
- Engage in small group ministries as appropriate
- Give support to the Senior Pastor to provide nurturing, training and leadership opportunities in pastoral care programs (e.g. Stephen Ministers and Deacons)
- Assist the Senior Pastor in the initiation, orientation and support of newly called Associate Pastors
- Provide guidance and support to ministry areas as needed
- Perform any additional duties assigned by the Head of Staff
Working Relationships
- The Parish Associate reports to the Head of Staff and the Personnel Commission and works with ministry team leadership as needed
- The PA works in a collegial and professional manner with all staff to ensure a successful team dynamic to fulfill the Church mission
Qualifications
- A Masters of Divinity from an accredited seminary is required
- Strong preaching and teaching abilities
- Has a sense of call and a passion for the spiritual growth of individuals in the Christian faith
- Is highly organized and able to manage several programs simultaneously, motivating others and delegating responsibility as appropriate.
- Experience with pastoral care in a church setting; involvement in related programs of the Presbytery, Synod and General assembly is preferred
- Has the ability to plan carefully and attend to significant details
- Displays ability and desire to support concept of team ministry
- Exhibits a cooperative spirit
- Possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Exhibits enthusiasm and optimism in the working environment