Associate Pastor/Director of Worship Arts and Next Generation Ministries

Thank you so much for taking a minute to review our job description and guiding documents – mission statement, core values, and vision statement. If after prayerful consideration you believe you would be a good fit to join the team at FBC Olathe, please email the following to websterr@fbcoalthe.org:

1. Cover letter introducing yourself and explaining why your experience would make you a good fit at FBC Olathe.
2. A current resume.
3. One page statement of faith or ordination paper.
4. Video links to you leading worship.
5. If available, links to 3 video sermons or large group teaching.

Important Notes:
• We will begin reviewing resumes the week of November 18th.
• References will be solicited at a later date.
• Names of candidates will be held in strict confidence among the search committee members.

Purpose

The purpose of the Associate Pastor/Director of Worship Arts and Next Generation Ministries is to provide overall leadership to each of these vital areas. He/She will provide leadership that is in accordance with our Mission, Core Values, and Vision.

Regarding their role with our Worship Arts Ministry, they will develop and oversee the weekend worship experience and special programs throughout the year to connect people to a deeper relationship with God. They will work closely with the Lead Pastor, staff, and church leadership to provide relevant music selections, oversee church musicians, special guests and an environment where people can encounter the Spirit of the Living God and learn from the teaching of God’s Word.

Regarding their role with our Next Generation Ministries, they will develop and oversee the ministry to the next generation with intent to create life-long followers of Christ within the context of Christian community. This will be accomplished by working closely with the Lead Pastor, staff, and volunteers to design and implement ministries that help to shape our youth’s sense of identity, belonging, and purpose. This position will be focused on middle and high school students.

The individual serving in this role will also be given the opportunity to add to their responsibilities based upon need, desire, gifting, and time. Additionally, they will be invited to preach throughout the course of the year. They will be become a key member of the staff and overall community at FBC Olathe.

In all things, they will seek to be and to make disciples by living out the way of Christ.

Duties and Responsibilities

Worship Arts

• To recruit, equip, empower, and supervise volunteer and contracted musicians
• To disciple team members for their spiritual growth
• To provide pastoral care as needed to Worship Team members
• To establish and maintain a rehearsal schedule for vocalists and band
• To develop and oversee the recruiting process for vocalists and musicians
• To work with the A/V team to facilitate the integration of technology in worship
• To work with artists in the church to facilitate the inclusion of other various art forms in worship
• To develop worship service plans and programing for weekend and special worship services
• To lead worship during weekend services and special services throughout the year

Next Generation Ministries

• To recruit, equip, empower, and supervise volunteer staff.
• To build relationships with middle and high school students and their parents.
• To facilitate youth discussion regarding the interpretation and application of Scripture.
• To lead youth group gatherings and monthly special events.
• To facilitate youth participation in retreats, mission trips, and summer camps.
• To partner with pastoral staff to provide pastoral care to youth and their families.
• To advocate for and work towards the integration and connection of our students within the larger church body.

Required Qualifications

General

• To be an active follower of Christ whose words and way of life reflect it.
• At minimum, a Bachelor’s degree in music, youth ministry, education, or related discipline.
• A deep understanding of Biblical interpretation.
• Ability to teach from the Scriptures.
• A person in agreement with the church Mission Statement, Core Values, and Vision.
• A person passionate about serving the Lord by serving others.
• A person passionate about equipping and empowering others to use their gifting.
• Project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work closely with Lead Pastor, other staff, volunteers, and church leadership.
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• The ability to adapt for a specific audience, occasion and/or medium.

Worship Arts

• A demonstrated calling to minister through music.
• The ability to sing and play at least one instrument.
• Experience with or willingness to be trained in Planning Center, PowerPoint, social media and other worship-related technology.

Next Generation Ministries

• A demonstrated calling to minister to the next generation.
• Classroom management skills.
• Understanding people with special needs including but not limited to those on the Spectrum.
• Understanding of generational distinctions and ability to work across them.

Preferred Qualifications

Director of Worship

• At minimum, 2 years leading worship in a church setting.
• Experience with or willingness to be trained in ProPresenter and video stream.

Director of Next Gen Ministries

• At minimum, 2 years leading ministry to middle and high school students.
• Open to playing board games, cards, and group games with youth.
• Willingness to adapt to the changing personalities and needs of the group.

Classification, Compensation, and Accountabilities

• Employment Category: Full-time Professional, Exempt.
• Hours: Average hours 40-50, Sundays required.
• Total compensation range: $45,760.00 – $52,624.00 per year.
• This is a hybrid position. Hours can be split between on- and off-site work.
• Schedule will be determined in consultation with Lead Pastor.
• 2 weeks’ vacation/year.
• Paid holidays and sick leave per personnel handbook.
• Reports to Lead Pastor.

Mission Statement:

Drawing our communities and world into a deeper relationship with God

Vision Statement:
We desire to be a Joy filled, intergenerational, and diverse family of disciples who gather and go.

Core Values:

Trinity
The Bible speaks to us of a loving God who has created us for a deep relationship with Him. We acknowledge that God exists and works in three persons: God the Father, Jesus the Son, and the Holy Spirit, and strive to know each through prayer, Scripture, and quiet listening.

Discipleship
God calls us to be and make disciples. Together, empowered by the Holy Spirit, we pray, learn, walk, watch, serve, and encourage one another to live as Jesus taught.

Mission
Our God-given mission is to share Jesus anywhere, anytime, with everyone and to help others to do the same.

Worship
As God’s family we will worship and honor Him with whole hearts surrendered. We seek to encounter the living God and celebrate His goodness both as we gather and as we go about our daily lives.

Generations
Jesus values each generations’ unique perspectives and gifts to the community. We seek to connect, empower, and appreciate one another regardless of generation with empathy and love as Jesus modeled.

Participation
God has entrusted each and every person with gifts, talents, and abilities that are necessary for His mission. At FBC Olathe we join together to discover, develop, and use these to participate in His work.

Vision Statement:
We desire to be a Joy filled, intergenerational, and diverse family of disciples who gather and go.

Narrative:
As God’s people, we have a natural rhythm of life of gather and go. In the gather rhythm, we come together to worship, learn, and celebrate. In the go rhythm, we connect in smaller groups for discipleship and mission. We believe that church is not simply a place we go, but it is a people we are. Whether we are all together or meeting in smaller groups, we recognize that all of life is lived as a people who have been called together to live with and for God.

Our shared mission is to draw our communities and world into a deeper relationship with God. As a family, weather we gather or go, we pursue this mission with all that we are and have. We pursue this mission together shaped by our core values – Trinity, Discipleship, Mission, Worship, Generations, and Participation.

In 2027, we see a joy filled, intergenerational and diverse family of disciples who gather to worship. Worship gatherings will provide an opportunity for peoples of all generations to come before the Lord in meaningful ways. All who call FBC Olathe home will be provided the opportunity to participate in our Sunday morning gatherings. We see children working alongside seniors to greet people at the doors, families serving communion, and a worship team comprised of gifted musicians of all ages.

In 2027, we see a joy filled, intergenerational and diverse family of disciples who gather to learn together through Equip classes for all ages. These classes equip us to live the life God is calling us to live in relationship to Him, our families, friends, communities, and world. Equip teachers will be empowered and encouraged to lead classes that offer fun learning opportunities while establishing meaningful connections.

In 2027 we see a joy filled, intergenerational and diverse family of disciples who gather to celebrate. We celebrate life with one another on Sunday mornings as we connect and share the blessings and struggles of our week. We gather to celebrate as a whole church family monthly at our family fun nights, other large events, and at our yearly Celebration of Life Together.

In 2027 we see a joy filled, intergenerational and diverse family of disciples who seek to be and to make disciples as we go. Adults partner with one another in our Discipleship and Journey groups “d and J groups”. In these groups People choose to walk alongside one another in authentic relationships as they chase after Jesus. In these relationships people learn to live more like Him. Children and youth alike are being discipled by their parents and trusted members of our faith community.

In 2027 we see a joy filled, intergenerational and diverse family of disciples who seek to be on and support mission as we go. Individuals look for opportunities to show the love of Christ to others, bless them, and share their story of redemption. As a community we commit to missions both locally and globally. Disciple Groups and Journey groups join to serve the neighborhoods that surround them. As a church family we work closely with our preschool, Scouts, Bethel Community Center (in Kansas City Kansas), and Murrow children’s Home (in Muskogee Oklahoma) as well as other partners who share in our desire to serve and meet the needs of our communities. We will know our global servants, support them financially, relationally, and physically on mission trips.