About the Role
Outline:
As a network of churches, the Anglican Diocese of Waiapu believes that reaching the next generation with the good news of Jesus Christ is central to the call of the church. As we align ourselves structurally to achieve this vision, we are seeking to appoint a part time Children and Families Pastor who will have responsibility for implementing the Koru Ministry strategic development plan, and for calling and developing volunteer teams in the churches and congregations of the region.
Our Philosophy:
We approach Children and Families Ministry through the metaphor of the harakeke. This is an inclusive approach that acknowledges the importance of each generation in the development of faith and life within our young people and their families. We also recognise that God calls us to bring families into the community of faith through experiences of worship, gathering and whanaungatanga. This kaupapa is centred on three steps. The first is that our ministry and mission is one that endears. Wherever Jesus went, people felt seen, heard and loved - we believe people should feel the same when they encounter us. The second is that ours is a mission that engages. We believe God wants people to grow, not only in understanding but in who they are called to become. Finally, we want to empower through the calling forward of gifts, life and vision as another generation is fostered for work within God's kingdom.
Responsibilities:
The Southern Regional Children and Families Pastor will be responsible for the activation and oversight of ministry to children and families in the archdeaconries of Hawkes Bay Cities and Hawkes Bay Coasts.
• Work in partnership with those churches running children and families' ministries to support, resource and enable their work.
• Engage with churches and congregations to help them envision and develop ministries that endear children and families in their communities.
• Help to identify and call volunteer teams across the region to provide ministry and mission within their local churches and across the region.
• Working with the Archdeacon or other local leaders, develop and implement training and formation opportunities for those interested in children and family's ministry from across the churches of Hawkes Bay Cities and Hawkes Bay Coasts.
• With other Regional Children and Families Pastor(s) plan and run an annual Whanau camp for the Diocese of Waiapu and an annual conference focussed on ministry to this demographic.
• To review all children and families ministries and initiatives and ensure they meet diocesan safeguarding requirements.
• Support churches where appropriate with resources and training to plant ministry and churches for children and families.
• Report quarterly to the Koru Lead of the Bishop's Leadership Team, including reflections on attendance and engagement of ministries and missions across the region.
Our responsibilities to you:
As a Diocese we believe that people matter. Ministry is a calling born out of love for Jesus, God's people and the church. Alongside your deep commitment to the life of the Church, we will also commit to being a church that builds you up.
We will provide:
• Induction into the Diocese of Waiapu and the Anglican Church
• Leadership development opportunities
• A professional development budget
• Professional supervision to ensure external support exists to reflect on and develop your ministry and practice.
• The technology you require to undertake your work, including computer and cell phone and the cost of any necessary subscriptions and plans.
• Financial support toward ongoing study and resourcing the will benefit your ministry.
Requirements
Preferred Requirements:
• Experience in paid ministry to children and families within a Christian church or network.
• Experience working with children and with teaching and resourcing.
• Some formal training in Children and Families ministry, theology or Christian leadership.
• Capacity to embrace and work within our three Tikanga church context.
About the Company
From its origins among indigenous missionaries proclaiming the faith to their whanau and iwi, the Anglican Diocese of Waiapu has sought to be a community that has a faith giving life. We believe God continues to call us into this through a particular focus on discipleship, next gen mission, an elevation of our whakapapa, renewal of vocation and greater whanaungatanga in our shared life. The Regional Children and Families Pastor roles are intended to drive our Kaupapa around next generation mission.