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Executive Assistant

Tampa, FL · On-site

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CWE Missions is looking to hire an Executive Assistant to support the Executive Director with daily ... and pastors build facilities around the world and provide medical care to those in need. The ...

Lakepointe Church

Regional Missions Director

Forney, TX · On-site

... Pastors to recruit, train, develop, and oversee Life Group Mission Leads * Recruit and equip volunteer coaches on your campuses to support targeted missions and ministry initatives * Assist with the ...

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What does an assistant missions pastor do?

An Assistant Missions Pastor helps oversee and support the missions programs of a church or religious organization. They assist the Missions Pastor in planning, organizing, and implementing outreach projects, both locally and internationally. Their responsibilities often include coordinating mission trips, supporting missionaries, managing budgets, and engaging the congregation in mission-related activities. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, as well as a passion for service and cross-cultural ministry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant missions pastor, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Missions Pastor, you need a solid background in theology, cross-cultural ministry experience, and often a relevant degree in ministry or divinity. Familiarity with church management software, communication platforms, and sometimes certification in pastoral care or missions is valuable. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and organizational abilities help build relationships and manage diverse mission projects effectively. These competencies are crucial for leading impactful missions, supporting teams, and fostering community engagement in a faith-based context.

How does an assistant missions pastor typically collaborate with other church staff and volunteers?

An Assistant Missions Pastor works closely with the lead Missions Pastor, other pastoral staff, and a variety of lay leaders to plan, organize, and execute mission-related activities. They often coordinate volunteer teams, facilitate communication between church leadership and mission partners, and help organize training sessions or informational meetings for congregation members interested in missions. This role requires strong interpersonal and project management skills, as it involves frequent collaboration, delegation of tasks, and fostering a sense of teamwork to achieve the church's outreach goals.

What is the difference between Assistant Missions Pastor vs Associate Missions Pastor?

AspectAssistant Missions PastorAssociate Missions Pastor
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in theology, ministry, or related field; relevant experienceBachelor's or master's degree; similar experience, often with more leadership responsibilities
Work EnvironmentChurch missions departments, local and international mission tripsSame as Assistant, often with added oversight roles
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in churches with structured mission programsCommon in larger churches or organizations with multiple mission initiatives
Search & Comparison IntentPeople comparing entry-level or supporting roles in missionsIndividuals seeking roles with more responsibility or leadership

While both roles support church missions, the Assistant Missions Pastor typically focuses on supporting and executing mission activities, whereas the Associate Missions Pastor often has additional leadership and oversight responsibilities within the missions department.

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Global Missions Pastor - Central

Rockwall, TX • On-site

Lakepointe Church
Religious Organizations • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Lakepointe Churchexternal

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

The Global Missions pastor/director will work closely with the Missions Pastor and missions lead team to build missions collaboration across campuses with our global missions partners. Main focus areas include: Global Engagement, Cross-Cultural Leadership, Missionary Care, Global Ministry Strategy.
Who you are:
You understand mobilization. You are a seasoned, strategic leader. You have a strong desire to give back to your community, the local church, and the global church. You're eager to use both your leadership skills and your enthusiasm for missions to live out your calling. You exhibit the fruit of the Spirit in your interactions with others. Your presence brings a spirit of fun and joy. Excellence in the execution of your work is very important to you. You're willing to do "whatever it takes" to reach people for Christ.
What you'll do:
  • Participates on the Missions leadership team for overall strategy development and execution plans.
  • Provide leadership with Lead Missions Pastor on missional strategies with the Strategic Launch Network national church plants.
  • Provide leadership with Missions Pastor on international partner relationships, new partner vetting, and country coordination of teams/projects with eventual country or region responsibility of certain international partners.
  • Provides leadership for the improvement of the mission trip experience with particular emphasis on team leader recruitment, training, and effectiveness, spiritual experience for trip participants, and the overall trip experience.
  • Provides leadership in all aspects of internal and external Missions communication including web, social media, vision moments, video, storytelling, written communication, annual missions offering campaign etc.
  • Develops and maintains a leadership missions metric dashboard measuring the achievement of key strategies.
1. Global Engagement Across the Church
The Global Pastor should lead our efforts with international church partners and develop an international scorecard that is complementary to our local and domestic strategy.
  • Help campuses engage with global partners.
  • Create opportunities for prayer and storytelling.
  • Help bring a global perspective across all areas and ages of the church.
  • Work with Mobilization Pastor to inspire next-generation missions.
  • Help members understand God's heart for the nations.
2. Cross-Cultural Leadership
  • Advise staff on international partnerships.
  • Promote healthy intercultural relationships.
  • Ensure partnerships honor local leadership and avoid dependency.

3. Missionary Care: Pastor our global partners
  • Shepherd global pastors throughout the year (coaching and learning).
  • Provide encouragement, coaching, accountability, and spiritual care.
  • Coordinate member care resources for missionaries and families.
  • Build systems for ongoing communication and support.
4. Global Ministry Strategy
  • Assist the Missions Pastor in vetting systems LP already has in place for new partners and global initiatives.
  • Lead evaluation of effectiveness and impact.
  • Develop and execute a multi-year global mobilization plan.
  • Align global ministry with overall church vision.
Key Competencies:
  • Strategic thinking
  • Cross-cultural intelligence
  • Pastoral care
  • Partnership development
  • Missiology
  • Organizational leadership
  • Crisis management
  • Coaching global partners
  • Team leadership
  • Collaboration across departments
Skills & Experience you've had:
  • A proven track record of strategy development and execution to desired results.
  • 5+ years prior leadership experience required
  • International travel required
  • Prior pastoral experience required
Embody all Lakepointe Leadership Behaviors:
  • Love and follow Jesus
  • Honor up, down, and all around
  • Make it fun
  • Reject good for great
  • Whatever it takes
AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT:
By submitting my resume to Lakepointe Church for potential employment I acknowledge that if hired, I will be an employment-at-will employee. I will be subject to dismissal or discipline without notice or cause, at the discretion of the employer. I understand that no representative of the church, other than the Director of Human Resources, Senior Pastor, or Elder Board have the authority to change the terms of an at-will employment and that any change can only occur with written notification.
OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:
Lakepointe Church's employment policy is to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age or national origin. At Lakepointe Church, every staff member is expected to be a fully engaged member of Lakepointe. The ability to represent and uphold Lakepointe's beliefs and leadership behaviors is a job requirement, therefore, all candidates will be addressed on their ability to meet these requirements during the recruitment process. To gain a deeper understanding of our beliefs, please explore our website.
E-VERIFY:
Lakepointe Church uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

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