Connections Associate- Blankenbaker Campus

Are you passionate about guiding people to take the next step in their spiritual journey?  Do you want to see the full force of the church unleashed to love people one at a time?  The Connections Associate is responsible for guiding adults who attend the Blankenbaker Campus to take the next step in their connection to Jesus.  They equip group leaders and connect with first time visitors.

This Is Us

We’re a growing, multi-site, Bible-based community in the greater Louisville area with a passion for connecting people to Jesus & one another. We value:

• Connection over production (John 15:5).
• Risk & adventure over safety & comfort (John 3:8).
• Innovation over tradition (Luke 5:19).
• Personal engagement over attendance (Luke 9:62).
• Expressive worship over religious rituals (Luke 7:38).

Does This Sound Like You?

• You have a thorough understanding of Biblical disciple-making and the ability to communicate it to others.
• You’re highly relational with strong people skills and the ability to inspire people toward action.
• You are passionate about shepherding, recruiting, training, and empowering volunteers.

What You’ll Actually Be Doing

• Partner with the Connections Ministry Leader and Connections team to develop and implement engagement strategies in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of Southeast Christian Church.
• Launch home groups by identifying and training new leaders. 
• Create a thriving leader development process for disciple making in home groups and collaborate with the Connections team for oversight.
• Lead a multi-faceted assimilation process that helps unconnected people become unleashed members who are committed to Jesus.
• Participate in or facilitate engagement pathway classes (Starting Point and Membership).
• Equip leaders to do the work of ministry.
• Provide pastoral support: hospital visitation, baptisms, weddings, funerals, Minister on Call and more.

Our Must-Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree required; degree in Bible, Ministry, or Christian Education preferred.
• 3+ years ministry experience in a church setting.
• Ordained pastor or willing to become ordained.
• The ability to explain doctrinal issues and answer questions in a biblical and understandable manner.  
• Strong work ethic and a team player who interacts well with staff, members and guests.
• Engaged member of Southeast Christian Church who supports the Statement of Faith, submits to the leadership established by the church, and lives out our church mantras in tangible ways.

If this sounds like you, apply today!