Resident
Part-Time (10 hours per week)
Summary
Eastside Community Church of Dallas is seeking Ministry Residents who have an interest in pursuing vocational ministry. These residents come alongside our staff to serve the church in a learning position for one year. The Ministry Resident will have the opportunity to focus on a specific area of ministry to be determined by the candidate and ministry staff.
Questions?
Contact Marissa Martinez.
General Qualifications:
A consistent, contagious, and fruitful relationship with Jesus Christ, exhibited by the fruit of the Spirit, which is “love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control” (Gal 5:22-23). Character qualities reflected in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1.
A track record of serving in ministry, loyalty to pastoral leadership, and a desire to equip the saints in ministry.
Free from addictions and life-dominating sins; willing to limit one’s liberty for the sake of others, living above reproach.
Demonstrated competence in doing the work of ministry. The candidate should be able to demonstrate gifting and ability as necessary for ministry leadership.
A commitment to the Church’s mission, values, statement of faith, and philosophy of ministry.
If married, a spouse who enthusiastically supports the candidate’s participation and leadership in the church.
Enthusiastic recommendation by a pastor and two other references who confirm the candidate’s potential for ministry.
The time and energy to work full-time in ministry in the flexible and at times demanding responsibilities of church work, including some nights and weekends.
Specific Qualifications:
A desire to learn, discover, and grow in ministry giftings.
Ministry competencies for general counsel, prayer, and leading for members of the church and community.
A keen interest in working as a team and the ability to function independent of micromanagement.
An eagerness and capacity to serve the church in lanes of ministry that may exceed the specific tasks as may be assigned.
Job Responsibilities:
Come alongside staff and ministry leaders to gain practical ministry experience.
Participate in resident development including completing assigned readings, projects, etc.
Assist with ministry responsibilities as assigned by ministry leaders.
To Be Determined Collaboratively:
Depending on the ability and availability of the candidate and their departmental responsibilities we will collaboratively determine…
What meetings must the employee attend on a regular basis?
When do we expect an employee to be in the office (should they have one)?
When will the candidate get time off?
How does the employee access resources—administrative help, church ministry, ministry supplies, budget, etc…
What knowledge, skill, and ministry objectives and goals will be set for the first 90, 180, 365 days?
How will success (evaluation) be determined?
Additional Expectations for the Candidate:
Show up on time to all meetings or responsibilities and complete them fully without cutting corners.
Know and ‘own’ the mission and values of Eastside.
Teach only and always in accordance with Scripture and in addition, with the church’s statement of faith.
Dress appropriately for the ministry situation.
Maintain a model lifestyle at all times.
Immediately inform the supervisor of any areas of concern or conflict.
Treat the members and leadership with respect at all times.
Work and collaborate well as a team. “Outdo one another in showing honor.” Romans 12:10
Failure to accomplish the above expectations may result in immediate termination of the position.