Finley - Berrigan Presbyterian Church

Job Description

Finley - Berrigan Presbyterian Church is seeking someone to lead and equip our congregation into its next chapter of ministry, and to connect with the wider population within our footprint of Finley, Berrigan, Tocumwal, and other smaller townships in the Southern Riverina of NSW.

Our heart and vision is to serve and see our communities come to the true knowledge and love of Jesus Christ, while at the same time pursuing the maturing of our church family in Christ.

We are seeking a person who will convey the heart and core values of the Gospel of Jesus, into both our church and into the towns in our regional area of NSW. Our churches have been established over 100 years. With ups and downs in ministry, our present combined congregation of around forty plus adults has a desire to grow through the conversion of the unchurched.

According the ABS the area of Finley, Berrigan and Tocumwal has a population of 8,665. We estimate 200-250 people attend church across our area, meaning much Gospel ministry to be done.

Finley has the only high school in this area. Each town has a primary school and some have a Catholic primary school. More could be done in SRE ministry, and/or school chaplaincy.

The ideal candidate will possess a love for teaching and a strong desire to help others grow in their faith. Additionally, along with a background in Biblical knowledge the person should be able to relate it to everyday life by applying the bible to contemporary cultural settings.

Character, conviction and competency, are essential for our church and will be considered in the search for the new person. They should be able to mentor and disciple using a biblical approach, and foster friendship among church members. They should be approachable and able to communicate across age demographics.

The person will be someone, who:

  • Is dependent on Christ as their Saviour, having your identity fixed in Him

  • Is reliant on God’s word the Bible, and on the work of the Holy Spirit for their ministry.

  • Is willing to connect the church community with their wider community.

  • Is willing to work alongside teams with different roles, for example, the Session made up of Elders with responsibility for spiritually and pastorally guiding the church, and the Committee of Management on property and financial matters.

  • Has relevant theological training and ministry experience, according to the accrediting requirements of the Presbyterian Church NSW & ACT.

  • Aligns with our reformed evangelical beliefs and will adhere to the theological standards of the Presbyterian Church of Australia.

  • Is agreeable with relevant WWCC and Police Checks, and willing to complete the Presbyterian Church of NSW Safe Church requirements, known as ‘Breaking the Silence’.

As our minister they will be responsible for:

  • Preaching expository sermons using a biblical approach

  • Providing pastoral care with the help of elders, study leaders, and others as needed

  • Investing in the elders, leaders, and others through mentoring and discipleship

  • Facilitating and assisting with mission-focused activities

  • Considering new directions of ministry

Remuneration

This will be in accordance with the remuneration recommendations of the Presbyterian Church of NSW & ACT, and subject to negotiation around days or hours you can commit to.

Enquires

If you wish to discuss this ministry opportunity please contact Maurie Cropper 0424416334 or [email protected]