Full-Time
Kenmore Alliance Church, located in the suburbs of Buffalo, NY, is seeking a Lead Pastor who is gospel-centered and excited about our mission to make disciples of Jesus Christ who make disciples. He will focus on preaching, spiritual leadership, and staff development.

With a multi-staff team and average Sunday attendance of 500, we are looking for a dynamic leader and excellent communicator who will encourage and lead the church’s vision and mission, build relationships and guide us into the next season.  
The ideal candidate will have

• Preaching and pastoral experience in a medium to large size church
• C&MA licensure, or able to meet licensing and ordination requirements of the C&MA
• Excellent team building and leadership qualities
• Ability to oversee and cast vision for budget management

If you are excited to lead a growing church and staff and value families, outreach, and personal growth through Bible study and relationships, we’d love to talk to you. Please do not contact the church directly but APPLY HERE.

Responsibilities:
Sunday

• Plan and help to administer the overall flow of the corporate worship services at KAC in conjunction with the preaching pastor and AV Coordinator.
• Choose Biblically based and congregational-appropriate songs for each service that lead people into worship and prepare hearts to hear God’s Word.
• Run weekly rehearsals in conjunction with the Technical Manager to prepare the team for Sunday worship services.

Administrative

• Manage and maintain regular communication with the band members, vocalists, and AV Teams.
• Maintain the monthly worship band member team schedule and make sure proper and sufficient personnel is available for each service. Scheduling (Band members)
• Maintain current catalog of music in the Planning Center database and provide chord sheets, piano sheet music, and recordings for every song.
• Offer training opportunities for instrumentalists and vocalists to improve overall musicianship through conferences, resources, individual evaluations, etc.
• Train new worship leaders and encourage all team members in their individual giftings.
• Attend weekly ministry and/or monthly staff meetings.
• Oversee the Worship Committee to guide the musical and ministerial direction of the ministry and to interview and/or audition prospective team members.
• Provide pastoral care for the worship team.
• Oversee the worship ministry budget and spending. Support admin. Budget with Worship cost.
• Plan team gatherings throughout the year to promote team unity and demonstrate appreciation for all volunteers.
• Assist with youth Worship Team

  Special Services

• Assist Pastor/Ministry Leader in planning, and implementing, special events (i.e., funerals, weddings, worship nights, prayer nights, etc.) outside of Sunday worship services when available.

Work Schedule:

• Chair worship meetings
• Attend staff meetings
• Lead mid-week rehearsal
• Sunday services

To apply, email resume and cover letter to carolyn@kenmorealliance.com

Job Type: Full-time position
Purpose of Job: To discern God’s vision for the youth ministry and implement a strategy to fulfill that vision in cooperation with the Elders.  
Job Qualifications:  

• Minimum 3 years of ministry experience (preferably with youth) 
• Strong computer skills  
• A prayerful, servant leader, team player and encourager 
• Undergraduate Degree (preferably ministry related)  
• Willingness to move forward in being licensed or ordained within the Christian & Missionary Alliance 

Description of Duties:  

• Oversee ministries pertaining to Middle School (6th-8th) and High School (9th-12th): Sunday School, Youth Group, retreats, camps, etc.  
• Maintain records and registrations for youth groups 
• Maintain youth events on church calendar 
• Plan, support, and facilitate all youth programs, activities and events 
• Partner with parents  
• Steward the youth ministry budget 
• Partner with staff ministry leaders to provide a cohesive ministry calendar 

Job Expectations: The Pastor/Director of Youth Ministry is expected to be faithful in fulfilling the duties of his or her position; to adhere to the biblical and organizational standards of personal conduct and spiritual integrity; to maintain confidentiality; to show respect for consumers/members, peers, and superiors, etc. The Pastor/Director of Youth Ministry will contribute in creating a positive and productive working environment; opportunities for continuing education or training; clear and open forms of communication, etc.
To apply or get more information, email carolyn@kenmorealliance.com

Hours:  10-15 hours per week
Wage:  $15/hour
Reports To: Compassion Outreach Director

Position Description

• The Compassion Ministry Associate must be an independent, self-motivated worker that can “see a need, fill a need” and assist the compassion ministry volunteers and Director with moving, organizing, administrative, and other tasks as needed. Growth potential in ministry admin and oversight if desired.

Description of Duties:

• Have a vehicle and be able to assist with pick up and drop off of large weekly donations as needed.
• Stock/restock donation bags as needed for Clothe Me Co-Op volunteers.
• Assist compassion ministry volunteers with moving and lifting of bins, bags, and boxes as needed.
• Take marked gear, toys, off season bins, etc. to/from the attic or outside pod for storage as needed; and bring in needed items/supplies.
• Sort & tag incoming shoe donations weekly.
• Assist with moving, set-up, and tear down of Clothe Me Co-Op distributions and special project events.
• Attend and help at monthly Clothe Me Co-Op and/or other compassion ministries outreach events.
• Assist with Clothe Me Co-Op seasonal and special service projects as necessary.
• Help with organization and administrative duties of compassion ministries as gifting and time allows.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs and navigate stairs.
• Agree to our Statement of Faith and operate by our Code of Conduct.
• Be self-motivated.
• Strong organizational skills
• Great communication and interpersonal skills.

If interested or have questions, send your resume to  rebecca.henderson@kenmorealliance.com