Overview

JOB SUMMARY This role will be one of the primary weekend teaching voices at The Crossing, working in close partnership with the Lead Pastor. They should be a gifted and engaging communicator with a deep personal walk with Jesus, have a strong grasp of scripture, and have a heart for the lost and long-time believer alike. They must be able to communicate in a winsome way to both unchurched and the over-churched. Pastor/Teaching & Leadership will serve on both the Leadership Team and the Spiritual Oversight Team and collaborate on the church's strategic direction. The ideal candidate will be both a catalytic and collaborative leader who thrives in a team-oriented approach, who isn't afraid to take the lead, and who simultaneously celebrates the leadership and creative ideas of others. This role is intentionally designed to grow as quickly as the Lord allows. We expect this person's voice, influence, and leadership to expand significantly as we follow God's call together. ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Serve as a primary weekend teaching voice, beginning at 15 weeks per year with a clear trajectory to comeCollaborate with the Lead Pastor in providing pastoral oversight and strategic leadership of the weekend experienceInvest in and develop pastoral teaching voices church-wideHelp set series themes and work with the Pastor of Worship Arts in weekend service planningWork along side the Lead Pastor in innovating new teaching strategiesServe as a member of the Leadership Team and Spiritual Oversight Team and collaborate with the Lead Pastor in leading the Pastoral TeamCollaborate with the board and Lead Pastor to shape, align, and advance the growth blueprint of The Crossing POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Spiritual Gifts helpful for this position LeadershipTeachingDiscernmentWisdomEvangelismAdministration Character Traits Needed for this Position Meets biblical qualifications for an Elder (1 Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9)Deep personal walk with Jesus; Feel called to reach the lost and unchurchedIf married, spouse is supportive of your calling and has a sense of their own calling into the kingdom and the work of the local churchGifted communicator who connects equally with long-term believers and people who've never opened a bibleTheologically grounded and aligned with The Crossing's beliefs and missionEmotionally mature, relationally wise, and pastorally accessibleStrong, humble leader: Willing to take responsibility, provide direction, and work collaboratively within a teamSees beyond the walls of our buildings - excited about reaching people digitally and far beyond St. LouisUnity-minded bridge builder and tam builderHighly strategic, analytical, and rationalAble to articulate well across multiple areas of ministry and executive functionsSelf-motivated and able to Coach others toward their best Ability to maintain confidentiality.Emphasis on accuracy, timelines and follow-up.Strong time management skills. NECESSARY ATTRIBUTES Dependence on Jesus. Intimate communion with Jesus that results in joyful obedience.Self-Awareness. A growing understanding of how others experience you.Drive. Healthy energy that moves competence to productivity.Humility. Value yourself and others the same way God does.Curiosity. Willing to ask and learn in ways that keeps one fresh.Resilience. Able to bounce back from obstacles and setbacks.Adaptability. Knowing when it's time to change and having the courage to do it. Sense of Humor. Quick to smile, quick to laugh, and you don't take yourself too seriously. Education/Training & Certification Master's degree Preferred; equivalent ministry experience consideredExperience in a multi-site church culture preferredExperience preaching 15+ times a year Computer Skills Intermediate level experience with Microsoft Word and Excel. Standard software programs utilized: Word, Excel, e-mail and internet. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associa