Date Added: December 2009
Ministry Oportunity in WA
PROFILE OF MINISTER OF BICTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA
CHURCH PROFILE
The church is located in one of the more established suburbs of Perth, ideally located between Fremantle and Perth and in close proximity to the Swan River. The church celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2003. The congregation comprises of many who are over the age of 50, as well as a small number of families with primary school aged children.
The church buildings consist of a neat worship centre, an adjoining hall and a modern manse located adjacent to the church buildings.
There is a need to establish a viable youth group and to grow the existing Sunday School. The previous incumbent had a good working relationship with the local primary school (located across the road from the church) and we seek to continue that relationship.
Worship is conducted on a Traditional basis. There are two Bible study groups and two prayer groups and the congregation are caring people who have been faithful to the Presbyterian Christian Tradition and doctrines.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The position of Minister of the Gospel in the Bicton Congregation entails the following functions:
- Strong ability to preach and teach the great truths of the Scripture and the Doctrines of the Reformed Faith.
- Leading worship and involving the congregation in the worship within the Church.
- Setting forth a strong example of Christian living to the congregation.
- Overseeing the spiritual wellbeing of the congregation in cooperation with the Elders and Deacons.
- Building caring and loving interpersonal relationships within the Church Community.
- Visiting all members of the congregation at least once a year and offering help and support to those in need or those who are sick.
- Evangelise within the wider community to grow the size of the congregation from 50 to approximately 80 members within the next 3 years, and then to continue the growth in future years.
- Establish a Youth Group for primary and secondary school children.
- Wider Church Relationships
- Attending all Presbytery and Assembly meetings.
Note: For the first 18 months of tenure no sub committee duties of either the WA Assembly or the General Assembly will be required. Thereafter, you will be encouraged to engage in the wider work of the Church without prejudicing the commitments that you have to your own congregation.
The Minister should have sound family support allowing him to work productively.
Applications
Applicants should indicate their interest by sending an email to the Interim Moderator Rev. Alan Perrie at ednaway@bigpond.com and then supply a detailed application in the following format:
1. Short Report
The report should cover the following criteria:
- A history of success the applicant has had in the Lord’s work.
- A realistic action plan to achieve the 3 year evangelism target.
- Details of how the applicant has personally led people into Faith.
- Details of the applicant’s strengths and weaknesses.
- Details of any circumstances where the applicant feels that he has not been successful and the reasons why.
It would be helpful if the applicant could provide recorded sermons on “Justification by Faith” and John 3:16.
The detailed application will be made available in confidence to the members of the selection committee. It would be helpful if the short report and sermons could be sent by email for ease of distribution, or otherwise mailed to:
The Rev. Alan Perrie
Interim Moderator
Bicton Presbyterian Church
PO Box 318
MELVILLE WA 6956
Assistant to Minister (Launceston)
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Date Added: June 2009
Youth Worker (PCV)
The Christian Education and Nurture Committee (CENC) of the Presbyterian Church of Victoria is seeking a suitable candidate to fill the position of State Youth Worker.
The Primary purpose of this position is to encourage and equip those in Youth Ministry within the Presbyterian Church of Victoria in the discharge of their duties.
A full position description and other related materials can be downloaded at the CENC website.
Return Application to the CENC Secretary:
Rev Andrew Venn
39 Ford St, Ringwood Vic 3134
Phone: (03) 9870 5182
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Date Added: June 2009
Interested in a Tree Change?
The charge of Springsure Presbyterian Church (Presbytery of Central Queensland) is seeking expressions of interest for a new minister. This charge includes congregations in both Springsure and Emerald and an area extending from Rolleston in the East to Orion in the South and as far north as Capella.
These congregations are small in size, but are a committed group, meeting every Sunday for church, and for bible studies and prayer groups throughout the week. We also have a combined youth group fortnightly and a weekly Sunday School in Emerald. See our website at http://www.springsure.pcq.org.au/ or http://www.emerald.pcq.org.au/
We are looking to call a committed, bible-based minister, willing to take on the challenges and privileges of a rural ministry. This includes pastoring our two congregations, and reaching new people for Christ in the Central Highlands region.
For more information on this opportunity to make a change, please contact
Rev. Jon Chandler (Interim Moderator) on (07) 4922 1825, email:
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Bernard Jansen (Elder) on (07) 4982 4849,
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Date Added: January 2009
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF TASMANIA
PRESBYTERY OF BASS
JOB DESCRIPTION – CHURCH PLANTER – BURNIE
Pre-amble:
An opportunity exists in the city of Burnie for someone keen to see the Kingdom of God expand through the development of the local Presbyterian Church.
Burnie clings to the hills surrounding Emu Bay on Bass Strait. The city is a major hub for the West Coast mining industry, the home of Caterpillar-Elphinstone, has a campus for the University of Tasmania, and a dynamic city administration.
The Bass Presbytery has highlighted Burnie as a vital area for Church planting and growth.
Currently there is a small, four year old congregation which meets in rented premises.
You Need To:
- Be a person who has a heart to see the Kingdom of God grow among the unchurched.
- Have an ability to develop and implement strategies to reach people across different socio-economic groups.
- Have a desire and ability to work in team ministry.
Accountability:
- The applicant will be appointed to work with the Bass Church Extension Committee and a Moderator who has been assigned by Presbytery.
Remuneration:
The remuneration and benefits will be on a pro rata basis, as set by the Tasmanian Assembly for a Home Missionary. Accommodation is available.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Prior experience with ministries among the unchurched is highly desirable, whether as a missionary, planting new churches, or in developing multiple ministries within a parish.
- Theological qualifications are desirable.
- An understanding and acceptance of Presbyterian Church government.
- Acceptance of the Presbyterian Church theological standards as expressed in the Westminster Confession of Faith.
Term of Appointment:
The appointment will be for an initial period of 3 years.
The appointee will be under probation for the first six months, with extension to the full term provided both parties are satisfied.
It is envisaged that the appointment will initially be for 50% part-time, with extension to full-time as finances permit.
Presbytery of Bass Church Extension Committee
C/O St Andrews Church Office
36 St John Street
Launceston, Tas 725
Ph: (03) 6331 5412
Fax: (03) 6334 3090
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