Celebrate Recovery Pastor
Overview:
Edgewood Baptist Church is committed to living on mission by glorifying God and making disciples of Jesus among our neighbors and the nations. The Celebrate Recovery Pastor is responsible for managing the overall Celebrate Recovery ministry and leading alongside the Celebrate Recovery Leadership Team to help provide freedom and forgiveness through the gospel of Jesus Christ. This position is 20 hours per week, with a pay range of $31,200 - $36,400. Email resume (pdf) to [email protected].
Personal Requirements:
Born-again believer with a clear testimony of saving faith in Christ
Growing in Christlikeness
Called/gifted by God for pastoral ministry
Meets biblical requirements for an Elder (1 Timothy 3:2-7; Titus 1:5-9)
Strong spiritual role model
Man of character who is competent, reliable, and has chemistry with staff
Agrees with church doctrinal statement
Fulfills obligations of church membership
Open and honest about his own recovery issues and healing process
Cleared background and reference checks
Qualifications and Ministry Skills:
Proven ministry track record with a solid grasp and hearty endorsement of the biblical orientation and values of Edgewood
Understands addiction and is familiar with Celebrate Recovery
Committed to a gospel-centered recovery process
Able to prepare and teach biblical, recovery-focused lessons
Shepherds people through the sanctification and recovery journey with grace and truth
Self-starter and initiative-taker
Baseline proficiency computer skills
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Accomplishes tasks effectively, efficiently, and meets deadlines
Effective communicator (verbal/written)
Organizational management skills
Bible school or seminary graduate preferred but not required
Ordained or willing to be ordained
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide pastoral care and counseling for the Celebrate Recovery Leadership Team, other key leaders in Celebrate Recovery, and participants in the ministry
Identify, develop, and nurture leaders
Help recruit, build, train, and encourage ministry teams
Work collaboratively toward the achievement of goals
Ensure all components of the ministry function optimally
Swiftly address matters and resolve problems when they arise
Regularly engage in Friday night gatherings
Actively promote the ministry within the church community and ensure Celebrate Recovery remains a vital ministry of Edgewood by serving as a liaison between church leadership and the Celebrate Recovery ministry
Prepare the Celebrate Recovery portion of the annual church budget, wisely stewarding funds allocated for the ministry
Intentionally builds bridges in the community to share the message of Celebrate Recovery with those who need it
Build relationships with local recovery organizations/agencies
Regularly meet with Administrative Pastor to ensure a close partnering in the ministry
Attend weekly pastoral staff meetings (if able)
Willingness to fulfill other pastoral duties as requested
Professional Development:
Stay updated on best practices and new developments in Celebrate Recovery (nationally and locally)
Each year, read one book and attend one conference or seminar (online or in person) related to this position
Attend monthly Edgewood All Staff meeting
Lead Professional Development time at an Edgewood All Staff meeting once per year
Apply Now
Edgewood Baptist Church is committed to living on mission by glorifying God and making disciples of Jesus among our neighbors and the nations. The Celebrate Recovery Pastor is responsible for managing the overall Celebrate Recovery ministry and leading alongside the Celebrate Recovery Leadership Team to help provide freedom and forgiveness through the gospel of Jesus Christ. This position is 20 hours per week, with a pay range of $31,200 - $36,400. Email resume (pdf) to [email protected].
Personal Requirements:
Born-again believer with a clear testimony of saving faith in Christ
Growing in Christlikeness
Called/gifted by God for pastoral ministry
Meets biblical requirements for an Elder (1 Timothy 3:2-7; Titus 1:5-9)
Strong spiritual role model
Man of character who is competent, reliable, and has chemistry with staff
Agrees with church doctrinal statement
Fulfills obligations of church membership
Open and honest about his own recovery issues and healing process
Cleared background and reference checks
Qualifications and Ministry Skills:
Proven ministry track record with a solid grasp and hearty endorsement of the biblical orientation and values of Edgewood
Understands addiction and is familiar with Celebrate Recovery
Committed to a gospel-centered recovery process
Able to prepare and teach biblical, recovery-focused lessons
Shepherds people through the sanctification and recovery journey with grace and truth
Self-starter and initiative-taker
Baseline proficiency computer skills
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Accomplishes tasks effectively, efficiently, and meets deadlines
Effective communicator (verbal/written)
Organizational management skills
Bible school or seminary graduate preferred but not required
Ordained or willing to be ordained
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide pastoral care and counseling for the Celebrate Recovery Leadership Team, other key leaders in Celebrate Recovery, and participants in the ministry
Identify, develop, and nurture leaders
Help recruit, build, train, and encourage ministry teams
Work collaboratively toward the achievement of goals
Ensure all components of the ministry function optimally
Swiftly address matters and resolve problems when they arise
Regularly engage in Friday night gatherings
Actively promote the ministry within the church community and ensure Celebrate Recovery remains a vital ministry of Edgewood by serving as a liaison between church leadership and the Celebrate Recovery ministry
Prepare the Celebrate Recovery portion of the annual church budget, wisely stewarding funds allocated for the ministry
Intentionally builds bridges in the community to share the message of Celebrate Recovery with those who need it
Build relationships with local recovery organizations/agencies
Regularly meet with Administrative Pastor to ensure a close partnering in the ministry
Attend weekly pastoral staff meetings (if able)
Willingness to fulfill other pastoral duties as requested
Professional Development:
Stay updated on best practices and new developments in Celebrate Recovery (nationally and locally)
Each year, read one book and attend one conference or seminar (online or in person) related to this position
Attend monthly Edgewood All Staff meeting
Lead Professional Development time at an Edgewood All Staff meeting once per year
Apply Now