Associate Pastor

Associate Pastor - All Nations Church of Luxembourg

Overview of the role:

All Nations Church of Luxembourg (ANCL) is looking for a new, full-time (40 hours per week) Associate Pastor to join the dynamic church family, starting as early as September 2024.

The Associate Pastor will play a pivotal role in fostering community both inside and outside the church in a diverse, multi-cultural environment, in the heart of Europe.

This multifaceted position is an exciting challenge to share the Gospel in a cosmopolitan yet very family-friendly place.

The job in a nutshell

As Associate Pastor, one will collaborate closely with the Lead Pastor to fulfill the church's mission, serving as an integral part of the Staff Team.

The responsibilities will include leading the small group and connection ministries, overseeing the youth ministry, supporting organizational activities, managing church communication, delivering occasional sermons, and providing other ministerial support as needed.

**You'll spend your time doing the following: - Actively welcoming and integrating new people into the community

• Leading and growing the Welcome and Connections ministry, ensuring a consistent and supportive approach from the initial website visit through to service and membership
• Overseeing and cultivating growth within the Small Group ministry, currently comprising 15 active small groups
• Growing God's flock by actively supporting the Local Outreach strategy
• Delivering occasional sermons as part of ANCL's worship services
• Managing church communication (e.g., website, weekly enewsletter, announcements)
• Supporting the Lead Pastor, Staff Team, and Leadership Team to continually improve the ANCL organization and communication
• Additional responsibilities include developing the Men's ministry, Youth ministry, affinity groups, and other areas based in part on ones interests and competencies

Here's what we are looking for:

Essential skills

• Education: A master's degree in divinity/theology or equivalent theological education.
• Experience: Prior experience in a pastoral role in an urban, multicultural environment. Having good knowledge of European culture and experience living crossculturally is considered advantageous.
• Fully proficient in English
• Pastoral care: Demonstrate the ability to provide compassionate support and counseling for individuals and families, nurturing a culture of care and empathy within the church community.
• Spiritual formation: Display a personal commitment to ongoing spiritual growth and reflection, modeling a vibrant and authentic faith for the congregation to follow.
• Teaching and discipleship: Display proficiency in guiding spiritual growth through mentorship, study, and discipleship programs, equipping individuals to deepen their faith and relationship with God as well as the broader community. Demonstrate a passion for ministering the Gospel and encouraging spiritual growth and development of our church members.
• Communicating effectively: Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with all stakeholders, including congregants, staff, and external community members.
• Building relationships: Have a proven track record of cultivating meaningful relationships and fostering a sense of belonging and community within a diverse congregation.
• Cultural and interpersonal sensitivity: Exhibit cultural and interpersonal sensitivity and competence, engaging effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and fostering inclusivity within the church community.
• Working collaboratively: Embrace a collaborative mindset, actively supporting the overall mission and vision of the church, and contributing positively to the team dynamic.
• Organizational skills: Showcase efficient organizational skills, adeptly managing time and resources, events, and admin tasks to support the smooth functioning of church operations.
• Flexibility and resilience: Adapt quickly to changing needs and priorities, demonstrating flexibility and resilience in navigating challenges and opportunities within the ministry context.

Additional skills

• Language proficiency: Proficiency in French, German or Luxembourgish would be a plus but not required.
• Resolving conflict: Possess conflict resolution skills, navigating difficult situations with grace, wisdom, and humility to promote unity among members; stepping up to address difficult issues with kindness and compassion while saying what needs to be said.
• Thinking strategically: Demonstrate the ability to think strategically and creatively within one's scope of responsibilities, proposing and executing ministry growth initiatives that align with the church's mission and vision.
• Digital skills: Demonstrate skill in leveraging technology, such as online church management platforms (e.g., Planning Center), communication tools (e.g., MailChimp), and website platforms (e.g, Wordpress), to effectively enhance c

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