Church Plant Leader / Pastor

About the role

In collaboration with the Lead Pastor and Ministry Leadership Team, lead the development of a vibrant and effective disciple making community that forms a church in the Redlands focusing on the Shoreline housing development. Develop the core team necessary to cultivate and establish the church plant through coaching, encouragement and utilizing available training from RLCC and beyond. Engage in a 'residency' experience of orientation to the culture, theology, ministry, and mission orientation of Real Life Christian Church for 6 months while undertaking the above initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• In collaboration with the Lead Pastor and existing leaders and others (as may be appropriate), vision and strategize the development of Real Life Redlands (Shoreline) Church Plant
• Develop and support the teams and leadership necessary to enact the vision and strategy for more people knowing real life in Jesus in the Redlands (particularly the Shoreline community)
• Facilitate the effective administration of the Real Life Redlands (Shoreline) Church Plant
• Actively connect with students, staff and families in local schools, businesses, and organisations in the church plant region
• Facilitate and lead worship gatherings / services (including preaching and teaching) as necessary (once established)
• The Real Life Redlands Church Plant Leader may serve and minister in other ministry areas of Real Life Christian Church as required

About you

• A mature, growing believer; a person who is committed to God (Father, Son and Holy Spirit), trusts Christ deeply, is open to the Holy Spirit and whose life is characterised by the fruit of the Spirit (Gal 5: 22-23) and godly character (2 Pet 1:5-7)
• A person who wholeheartedly lives out the purpose, culture, vision, values and beliefs of Real Life Christian Church
• A person who is prepared to work within the ethos of Real Life Christian Church and the Uniting Church and adhere to the Basis of Union
• A self-starter who is highly organised and can develop, plan, manage, and implement strategic activities
• Skilled, engaging, strategic, innovative and committed to unleashing the potential of others
• You have, or are prepared to acquire, relevant training / qualifications for church planting and ministry
• Membership of the Uniting Church in Australia (or willingness to become a member) and a commitment to, and understanding of, the mission and a capacity to provide ministry within the ethos, culture and values of Real Life Christian Church and the ethos of the Uniting Church in Australia, Queensland Synod
• Passion and demonstrated capacity to disciple non-believers toward faith in Jesus, and then in faith in Jesus
• Growing gifts in leadership and in developing/mentoring other leaders
• Able to develop and cast vision, skilled in networking and able to make and cultivate links with new people - an active listener and a leader who engages with and builds strong positive relationships with people

Additional requirements

• All adults who work with people under 18 years in Queensland are required to undergo a "Working with Children Check" under the screening provisions of the Commission for Children and Young People Act (2000) known as an employee – Suitability Card for Child Related Employment (Blue Card) (P). Presentation of a current Suitability Card must be made before appointment to the position can be confirmed
• Valid Queensland Drivers' licence
• The successful applicant must work within the policies and procedures of the Uniting Church in Australia, Queensland Synod including the Safe Ministry with Children policy, the provisions of Workplace Health and Safety and other relevant legislation, including reporting hazards/incidents, support for injured workers and full participation in return-to-work plans
• The successful applicant must be eligible to legally work in Australia and proof of eligibility may be requested

About us

Real Life Christian Church is part of the Uniting Church in Australia and is a vibrant intergenerational church of influence, with ministries at Springwood and Carbrook and looking to plant more churches. Our mission is to draw people into a life-transforming relationship with Jesus. Our vision is more people knowing real life in Jesus. Real Life Christian Church is transitioning from being a church that is 'a light on hill' for our region to being 'a light on many hills' as an expression of our deep commitment to be disciples who make disciples. We take every opportunity to share God's joy in the reality of life and believe that honest and encouraging relationships are the key to growing as followers of Jesus and inviting others to discover His life transforming love. Our school, Calvary Christian College, our Soccer Club, Next Generation Programs, partnership with local community service providers, and the aged care facilities we share space with on site are just some of our outreaches that enable us to serve our community, living out our mission, vision, and values. Real Life Christian Church is a founding member of the Propel Network.