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Judson Church is seeking a full-time Associate Pastor to assist and support the Lead Pastor in leading the congregation of Judson Church, with an emphasis on junior high, high school, and young adult ministries. He will also perform various pastoral responsibilities while seeking to fulfill Judson’s mission to see “lives and communities being transformed through the gospel.”

Judson Church is a non-denominational congregation serving Joliet and the surrounding communities. Committed to the Scriptures as our highest authority (Sola Scriptura), we teach a person is saved by God’s grace alone (Sola Gratia), through faith alone (Sola Fide) in Jesus Christ alone (Sola Cristo), to the glory of God alone (Soli Deo Gloria). Intentionally a church for our communities, Judson Church equips its members to love and serve their neighbors and partner with organizations to seek the good of our communities. Learn more about Judson Church at judsonchurchjoliet.com.

Responsibilities

Implementation of Church Vision

• Develop and implement a comprehensive junior high, high school, and young adult ministry that aligns with the overall mission and vision of the church.
• Collaborate with other church staff members and ministries to integrate youth into the broader life of the church.
• Guide youth as they transition from youth programs into active participation in adult congregational life.
• Shepherd youth and young adults through biblically sound teaching and discipleship.
• Provide assistance to families and volunteers in their efforts to nurture and support youth and young adults.

Leadership/Volunteer Development

• Identify, recruit, equip, and support adult volunteers within ministry programs and events as assigned.
• Collaborate with ministry staff and church leadership to develop and implement processes that help volunteers grow into leadership roles within the church.

Teaching

• Teach junior high and high school ministry gatherings and young adult small groups.
• Preach Sunday morning sermons as needed.
• Teach other classes as needed.

Pastoral Care/Discipleship

• Provide pastoral care for congregation members, especially junior high, high school-aged, young adults, and their families.
• Collaborate with the Lead Pastor and Shepherd Leadership Team to build and implement discipleship programs and relationships throughout the church.
• Build relationships with church members and the community to offer spiritual care, counseling, and prayer.

Evangelism

• Develop an understanding of the gospel in the lives of the congregation.
• Develop the congregation’s ability to clearly and effectively communicate the gospel and its implications to others.
• Develop a culture of evangelism within the congregation.