Are you a passionate and spiritually grounded leader looking to guide a thriving, contemporary church community?

Southport Church of Christ is seeking a Ministry Team Leader to help us live out our vision: Following Jesus, Transforming Lives.

About Us

Southport Church of Christ is a family-focused Christian Church where people explore faith, build meaningful relationships, and find hope. We embrace a contemporary worship style and welcome a multigenerational and multicultural congregation.

The Role

As the Ministry Team Leader, you will:

  • Lead Church Vision: Collaborate with the Governance Team to discern and articulate God’s vision for the church, setting strategic goals to guide the ministry team.

  • Missional Expression: Support and expand local and overseas mission initiatives, fostering creative ways to express the church’s heart for mission and community impact.

  • Leading Ministry Team: Lead and pastor the ministry team, nurturing their personal and spiritual growth, building unity, and identifying and mentoring future leaders.

  • Discipleship Culture: Cultivate a discipleship culture that emphasizes small groups, mentoring, and equipping members to live out their faith in daily life.

  • Leading Multigenerational and Multicultural Congregation: Shepherd a diverse congregation, fostering unity and growth in faith while embracing a contemporary worship style that resonates across generations and cultures.

  • Leadership of Teaching and Preaching: Lead and mentor the teaching and preaching team, ensuring biblically sound and engaging messages. Exhibit strong personal teaching and communication skills.

About you

You are a servant-hearted leader with:

  • Proven ability to lead a ministry team, foster unity, and deliver on the church’s vision.

  • Experience in a senior pastor or equivalent leadership role.

  • Demonstrated skill in clearly articulating scriptural truths and applications.

  • A deep and growing relationship with Jesus, relying on the Holy Spirit for guidance.

  • Strong communication and biblical teaching skills.

  • A commitment to fostering unity and personal connection within a diverse church family.

  • Relevant theological qualifications (minimum Bachelor level) with ongoing professional development.

Why Join Us?

At Southport Church of Christ, you’ll find a welcoming, vibrant community committed to living out God’s purpose. This is a unique opportunity to lead a church family that values love, grace, generosity, authenticity, and commitment.

How to Apply

If you feel called to this role, please send a cover letter and an expression of interest addressing the responsibilities and selection criteria to MTLsearch@scc.org.au.

Applications close at 5pm, Friday 28th February.

We look forward to seeing how God might lead you to serve in this vital role!