We are ready to take this journey.
UCC Medfield is positioned to thrive into 2021 and beyond.

A year of strategic reflection led us to a clear and fresh purpose: UCC Medfield exists to Love Like Jesus. Our next task is to align our organizational structure to that purpose statement. A key element is transitioning from a Senior Pastor and Associate Pastor leadership model to a shared leadership model with two Lead Pastors. Both Lead Pastors will cast vision and direction across all ministry areas, while each Lead Pastor will be primarily responsible for two of our four ministry departments – one for Community Life and Worship and the other for Missions and Education. 

Here is a snapshot of our leadership concept:

Learn more about our Shared Leadership Model.

this is who we are...

MEET UCC MEDFIELD
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The last 12 months have offered our church a moment to gain clarity on who we are and who God is calling us to become. Our Board of Directors appointed a Strategic Planning Team to uncover where God is calling us and to create a roadmap that will get us there. This intense year of work led to a special congregational meeting in November 2020 wherein our church adopted a new Purpose Statement, a fresh Ministry Architecture, and an innovative Staffing Model.
 
God is calling UCC Medfield to love like Jesus under the shared leadership of  two Lead Pastors. On that foundation, we step into the future with hope and excitement!   Explore our full Church Profile. 

MEET ARTURO
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Three years ago, we packed our life into boxes, loaded our family into the car, and left Southern California to follow God's call to UCC Medfield. We found in Medfield many of the things we expected – rich history, changing seasons, excellent schools…and yet were surprised to also find a community of families doing life together - we fell in love with it.
 
My first two years at UCC Medfield were immersed in the amazing youth programs. As our church coalesced around a new ministry model centered around Worship, Education, Missions, and Community Life, my knack for storytelling, program design, and Biblical teaching made the perfect recipe to meet the pastoral demands of our Missions and Education ministries. I could not be more energized by this challenge!

I am equally excited to work with the person God is calling to be our Lead Pastor of Community Life and Worship. You have a seat at our table and we cannot wait to meet you!

this is the leader we're looking for...

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Lead Pastor of Worship and Community Life is one of two lead pastor roles at UCC Medfield. The Lead Pastors will collaboratively provide direction and inspiration to the congregation as we aspire to live out our purpose: Love Like Jesus. This Lead Pastor will oversee all aspects of the Worship Ministry including the creation of meaningful and engaging worship services (in person and in digital format) and the inspiring delivery of this content. This Lead Pastor will also oversee all aspects of the Community Life Ministry, including our life group program, hospitality activities, and special community events to engage existing and future members of the congregation. This position will be co-leading the congregation, growing the church, and providing pastoral care with the Lead Pastor of Education and Missions.

STRATEGIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead, inspire, and help grow UCC Medfield and guide the congregation to deepen their faith and their relationship with God.
• Work in close collaboration with the Lead Pastor of Education and Missions to lead and further the overall mission and purpose of UCC Medfield.
• Lead and provide vision and inspiration to all aspects of our Worship Ministry.
• Lead and provide vision and direction to all aspects of our Community Life Ministry.
• Supervise the Director of Worship Arts, work collaboratively with the Lead Pastor of Education and Missions and other staff., and promote emerging leadership.
• Grow the church membership through community outreach and creative ways to engage visitors/new members.
• Provide pastoral care for members of the congregation, support individuals as they need assistance for their spiritual, mental, physical, or financial wellbeing.
• Participate in church governance, including the Church Board, Administration & Operations, and Human Resources. And work closely with the Deacon Team ministry.

WORSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide the vision, goals, implementation, and evaluation of the Worship ministry.
• Lead Sunday Worship and special services. Develop and deliver sermons in coordination with the Lead Pastor of Education and Missions and visiting preachers.
• Work closely with the Director of Worship Arts (who reports into this role) to create meaningful, inspiring, and engaging worship services and incorporate related music, artistic, visual, and digital elements. This includes in person and digital worship delivery. Expand online worship and create virtual ministry environments, developing discipleship in a digital environment.
• Lead the Sermon Planning Team and create annual teaching calendars and sermon series.
• Oversee the Audiovisual Team (currently all volunteers).
• Manage all digital assets, including video, audio, and photo files as it relates to worship.
• Oversee and direct the activities of the Deacons.

COMMUNITY LIFE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide the vision, goals, implementation, and evaluation of the Community Life ministry.
• Lead the existing life group program and look for ways to expand it (ex., bible studies, community groups, women’s ministry).
• Manage, inspire, direct, and equip the lay leaders of the various Life Groups.
• Lead the Welcome and Hospitality.
• Continually explore opportunities for community engagement and creating events to draw new people to UCC Medfield.

PASTORAL CARE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide individual care and spiritual guidance to congregation members, including counseling to those experiencing health, familial, emotional, or other crises.
• Guide couples through thoughtful premarital counseling.
• Officiate weddings (including weddings for same-sex couples) and funerals.

Operational Responsibilities

• Assume the responsibilities of the Lead Pastor of Education and Missions in his/her absence.
• Manage the staff reporting into this role, Director of Worship Arts and the Church Manager/Operations (dual reporting line), and their direct reports.
• Work with the Human Resources Team.
• Co-lead weekly staff meetings.
• Create, deliver, and/or provide input in communications.
• Partner with the Administration & Operations team in developing budgets.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Deep theological literacy (Bible theory and Bible studies).
• Have an active and growing Christian Faith and model Christ-like servant leadership.
• Ability to develop and implement engaging and creative worship services.
• Proficiency in creating modern worship experiences, including the ability to utilize video, music, artistic elements, multimedia, and other creative elements to enhance worship experiences. Tech savvy in digital media, video productions, using social media and producing digital/web content highly desired. Interest in technology.
• Ability to preach sermons in an engaging and inspiring manner.
• Ability to grow a church through outreach and a vibrant community life.
• Ability to create engaging programs to increase member participation in Life Groups.
• Demonstrate a heart in building community and reaching people in need.
• Commitment to identifying, encouraging, and developing volunteers in ministry.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, experience with managing processes and people, evaluating programs, establishing measures, and managing change, as needed.
• Possess strong interpersonal, organizational, and motivational skills. A self-starter, emotionally intelligent, and humble.
• Collaborative and team-oriented attitude. Ability to handle conflict constructively and graciously.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Degree or equivalent experience: Bachelor's Degree and Seminary or Theological degree required. Master’s degree a plus. Ordained minister status required.
Years of experience:  8 – 10 years of experience in a Pastoral role or Director level role for one or more functions at a church.

COMPENSATION

Total Salary: Competitive base salary plus housing allowance
 
Benefits:

• ​Medical/Dental/Vision
• Life Insurance and Disability Income plan
• Paid Vacations, Sick Leave, and Parental Leave
• Paid Study Leave and Sabbatical Leave

do you feel called to lead?

We look forward to reviewing your application! Please complete the following steps:
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1. Download the job application.
2. Complete the job application at your convenience.
3. Email the completed PDF job application and any other relevant documents/links to searchteam@uccmedfield.org.​

​Our Pastoral Search Team will review your materials and be in touch!

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