Campus Pastor (Hastings)

About Peace Church

Peace Church, located just south of Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a vibrant community of believers dedicated to spreading the gospel and serving the needs of our congregation and the wider community. Founded in 1965 as an RCA church, Peace Church has since transitioned to a nondenominational congregation. Our theological roots are deeply Reformed, and we pride ourselves on being conservative and gospel-centered in our teachings and practices.

Our commitment to the teachings of Jesus Christ drives us to create an environment where everyone feels welcome and spiritual growth is nurtured. We are proud to share that our dedication to spreading God's word and our community outreach efforts have not gone unnoticed. For another year, Peace Church has made Outreach Magazine's list of 100 Fastest Growing Churches.

Our church is not just a place of worship; it's a community. From our passionate worship services to our engaging community events, every aspect of Peace Church is designed to bring people closer to God and each other.

Function

Accountability

Jon Delger

Executive Pastor of the Peace Family of Churches

Commitment

Qualifications

Have a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and agree with the Peace Church statements of faith.
Actively support the mission, vision and leadership of Peace Church.
Humble, Hungry, and People-Smart (see Patrick Lencioni, The Idea Team Player).
Able to work within the organizational structure of Peace Church.
Able to effectively manage staff and voluteer teams.
Possess strong preaching and teaching voice.
Passionate about working with a team.
Able to independently organize, plan, and execute projects within a given deadline.
Possess strong organization skills.
Possess strong conflict-mangement skills.
Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Flexilbe and adaptable.
Able to maintain confidentiality as needed.
Education: bachelor or master degree in bible, theology, or ministry preferred.

Responsibilities

A. Spearhead the pre-launch phase of the campus plant

Includes such items as:

1. Host informational meetings.

2. Develop a launch team.

3. Develop relationships within the plant community.

4. Champion the campus plant at Peace Middleville.

5. Make all necessary preparations for campus launch.

B. Develop and lead the campus ministry team

Includes such items as:

1. Lead and direct all campus staﬀ.

2. Cast vision, recruit, train, and lead volunteers.

C. Execute the campus weekend encounter

Includes such items as:

1. Direct weekend services under the leadership of the Lead Pastor.

2. Preach sermons under the leadership of the Lead Pastor.

3. Ensure all components of the weekend encounter align with the vision and

standard of excellence of Peace Church, including hospitality, kids ministry,

communications, and more.

D. Lead other aspects of the campus ministry

Includes such items as:

1. Steward campus resources.

2. Provide pastoral care to members/attenders of the campus.

3. Plan and host other campus-related events or initiatives.

4. Facilitate strong communication between the campuses of Peace Church.

5. Work alongside staﬀ leaders at Peace Middleville to deploy eﬀective Peace

ministries in the campus area, such as Hospitality, Kids Ministry, Community

Groups, and Communications.

E. Provide cross-functional leadership and support

Includes such items as:

1. Work cooperatively with other staﬀ leaders to dream big, solve problems, and

contribute to the ministry of Peace Church as a whole.

2. Help foster a healthy staﬀ culture according to the Peace Staﬀ DNA.

3. Participate in other cross-functional projects and initiatives.

4. Participate in the pastoral team, oﬀering such services as weddings, funerals,

and pastoral counseling.

Professional Expectations

Includes such items as:
    1. Participate as a team member in the Peace Staﬀ, attending staﬀ chapel,
        retreats, meetings, etc.
    2. Participate in the life of Peace Church, attending worship and important
         events.
    3. Must be or become a member of Peace Church.
    4. Exhibit character consistent with a follower of Jesus in a church leadership
         role.
    5. Participate in plans for personal/professional development as directed by the
         Lead or Executive Pastor.