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MINISTER OF RELIGION
| Posting date: | 25 November 2024 |
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| Salary: | £20,930 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 December 2024 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Wonderful Gospel Ministries |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | WGM/MOR01 |
Summary
JOB DESCRIPTION: Outreach & Evangelism Minister
JOB OVERVIEW:
Wonderful Gospel Ministries (WGM), based in Birmingham, is a vibrant and fast-growing Church of God serving a multi-ethnic community in the United Kingdom. We are seeking a committed and Spirit-filled Minister of Religion to join our team as an Outreach & Evangelism Minister. This role requires a dedicated, born-again Christian with a passion for spreading the Gospel and equipping others for ministry.
• Salary: £20,930 per year
• Hours: 35 hours per week, including weekends. Additional hours may be required to meet the needs of the ministry.
PRIMARY ROLE:
The Outreach & Evangelism Minister will work closely with the Lead Minister to champion and implement the church's vision for outreach and evangelism.
FUNCTIONS AND AUTHORITY:
The successful candidate will lead and oversee WGM’s Outreach & Evangelism Team, ensuring alignment with the church's mission.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Leadership and Oversight:
o Provide leadership in evangelism under the guidance of the Lead Minister.
o Oversee the Outreach & Evangelism Team, ensuring its effectiveness and growth.
2. Training and Equipping:
o Teach, train, and mentor team members to share the Gospel effectively.
o Equip congregants to evangelize within their spheres of influence.
3. Discipleship:
o Meet with congregation members to encourage spiritual growth and maturity.
4. Preaching and Teaching:
o Preach and teach the Bible in accordance with WGM's doctrinal statement during Sunday services and other church events as needed.
5. Administrative Support:
o Assist with church office administration tasks as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Spiritual Qualifications:
o A personal commitment to Christ and a clear sense of God’s calling to ministry.
o A thriving prayer life and passion for ministry.
• Interpersonal Skills:
o Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
o Strong people management, team-building, and motivational skills.
o Friendly, adaptable, and approachable, with a good sense of humor and humility.
• Professional Skills:
o Proven ability to deliver training and mentor individuals.
o Time management skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
o Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Other Skills:
o Ability to evangelize and train others effectively, sharing faith, testimony, and scripture.
o Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality principles.
o Creativity and adaptability in ministry.
• Cultural Awareness:
o Commitment to anti-discriminatory practices and inclusivity.
o Knowledge of additional languages such as Hausa or Yoruba is a plus.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
• Degree or diploma in theology (required).
• Ministerial ordination certificate (required).
• At least three years of ministry experience in a Pentecostal church is advantageous.
• Proficiency in English (essential).
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Interested candidates should email the following to recruitment@wonderfulgospelministries.co.uk:
1. Resume
2. Cover letter
3. Contact information for at least two references
Reference Number: WGM/MOR01
SELECTION PROCESS:
• Initial Interview: Online interview for shortlisted candidates.
• Final Interview: Face-to-face interview (for UK-based candidates) or virtual interview (for applicants outside the UK).
Closing Date: 25th December 2024
Applications received after the deadline will be considered only if no suitable candidate is identified.
JOB OVERVIEW:
Wonderful Gospel Ministries (WGM), based in Birmingham, is a vibrant and fast-growing Church of God serving a multi-ethnic community in the United Kingdom. We are seeking a committed and Spirit-filled Minister of Religion to join our team as an Outreach & Evangelism Minister. This role requires a dedicated, born-again Christian with a passion for spreading the Gospel and equipping others for ministry.
• Salary: £20,930 per year
• Hours: 35 hours per week, including weekends. Additional hours may be required to meet the needs of the ministry.
PRIMARY ROLE:
The Outreach & Evangelism Minister will work closely with the Lead Minister to champion and implement the church's vision for outreach and evangelism.
FUNCTIONS AND AUTHORITY:
The successful candidate will lead and oversee WGM’s Outreach & Evangelism Team, ensuring alignment with the church's mission.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Leadership and Oversight:
o Provide leadership in evangelism under the guidance of the Lead Minister.
o Oversee the Outreach & Evangelism Team, ensuring its effectiveness and growth.
2. Training and Equipping:
o Teach, train, and mentor team members to share the Gospel effectively.
o Equip congregants to evangelize within their spheres of influence.
3. Discipleship:
o Meet with congregation members to encourage spiritual growth and maturity.
4. Preaching and Teaching:
o Preach and teach the Bible in accordance with WGM's doctrinal statement during Sunday services and other church events as needed.
5. Administrative Support:
o Assist with church office administration tasks as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Spiritual Qualifications:
o A personal commitment to Christ and a clear sense of God’s calling to ministry.
o A thriving prayer life and passion for ministry.
• Interpersonal Skills:
o Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
o Strong people management, team-building, and motivational skills.
o Friendly, adaptable, and approachable, with a good sense of humor and humility.
• Professional Skills:
o Proven ability to deliver training and mentor individuals.
o Time management skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
o Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Other Skills:
o Ability to evangelize and train others effectively, sharing faith, testimony, and scripture.
o Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality principles.
o Creativity and adaptability in ministry.
• Cultural Awareness:
o Commitment to anti-discriminatory practices and inclusivity.
o Knowledge of additional languages such as Hausa or Yoruba is a plus.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
• Degree or diploma in theology (required).
• Ministerial ordination certificate (required).
• At least three years of ministry experience in a Pentecostal church is advantageous.
• Proficiency in English (essential).
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Interested candidates should email the following to recruitment@wonderfulgospelministries.co.uk:
1. Resume
2. Cover letter
3. Contact information for at least two references
Reference Number: WGM/MOR01
SELECTION PROCESS:
• Initial Interview: Online interview for shortlisted candidates.
• Final Interview: Face-to-face interview (for UK-based candidates) or virtual interview (for applicants outside the UK).
Closing Date: 25th December 2024
Applications received after the deadline will be considered only if no suitable candidate is identified.