Associate Pastor, Anaheim Campus

Campus: Anaheim
Compensation:$30.00-$32.00 an hour
Employment Type: Non-Exempt
Reports to:Anaheim Campus Pastor



The Job Purpose
Develop coordinate and implement Gatherings including weekend services as well as special events at the Friends Church Anaheim Campus.



Are You Passionate About Empowering People in Their Faith Journey
Do you have a heart to build and cultivate a healthy church culture develop life-changing ministries and create systems that fuel growth If so Friends Church invites you to support a thriving ministry thats shaping the future of the church and our community.



About Friends Church
Friends Church is a vibrant multi-campus community committed to building a community of authentic Christ-followers compelled to change our world. Our Tustin Campus is the newest of Friends Church 7 campuses. Were dedicated to creating environments where lives are transformed purpose is discovered and the next generation is equipped to lead.



Your Mission
As the Associate Pastor you will:

Execute Vision and Strategy

• Partner with the Lead Pastor and leadership team to help the church live out its mission vision and values to impact both individuals and our community with the good news of Jesus.
• Be an active presence in both the church and city of Anaheim fostering meaningful relationships and connections.

Manage Campus Operations

• Oversee the planning and oversight of the Anaheim facility including the contractual and aesthetic design of the building that best communicates a culture of hospitality and invitation. Ensure that all facilities are operational safe and welcoming.

Empower Volunteers

• Cultivate a culture of joy warmth and service that mirrors the love and values of Gods kingdom.
• Equip and support volunteer leaders and teams to live out their gifts and calling with confidence.
• Build systems and pathways that attract equip and empower volunteers to thrive spiritually as they serve.

Oversee Communications & Events

• Direct all campus communications creatively telling the story of Friends Anaheim through various platforms.
• Contribute to planning and executing events that engage both the church and broader Anaheim community.

Guide Groups & Discipleship

• Oversee group ministries (Life Groups Alpha Rooted etc.) to create opportunities for people to grow spiritually and experience authentic supportive relationships.
• Equip group leaders create engaging content and implement systems that ensure a dynamic groups ministry.

What Were Looking For

• Spiritual Maturity: A strong personal relationship with Jesus Christ adherence to Friends Church Statement of Faith Core Values and a clear calling to with a passion for discipleship.
• Ministry Experience: 35 years ministry experience or equivalent combination of education and experience with demonstrated success in organization and leadership development.
• Core Competencies: Activator executor designer change manager team builder equipper detail oriented interpersonal effectiveness committed to excellence collaborative strategic decision-maker winsome in relationships.
• Strategic Vision: Skills in program development event planning budget management and team leadership with the ability to set and achieve measurable ministry goals.
• Educational Foundation: Bachelors degree in theology ministry or related field with commitment to obtain commissioning through Friends Southwest (FSW).
• Heart for Friends Church: Active membership at Friends Church with full alignment to our mission values and ministry approach including participation in church-wide initiatives.

Why Join Us
At Friends Church youll have the incredible opportunity to shape the spiritual formation of young adults during some of the most influential years of their lives. Youll work with a supportive team that values innovation authentic relationships and measurable impact.



We Offer...

• Comprehensive Benefits: Retirement plan with employer match parental leave professional development allowance and generous holiday and sick pay.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for advancement within a multi-campus church environment conference attendance continuing education support and commissioning assistance through FSW.
• Collaborative Team: Work alongside passionate staff and volunteers.
• Pastoral Opportunities: If commissioned opportunities to perform weddings baptisms and funerals expanding your pastoral ministry experience.
• Ministry Impact: Lead a ministry with clear goals and metrics for success including Life Group participation rates and connection to broader church community.

Ready to Shape the Future
If youre ready to invest in the Anaheim Community and help people to become a community of Christ-followers to discover their calling to change the world we invite you to apply and join our mission.

Friends Church is committed to building diverse communities that reflect the kingdom of God. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our mission and values.