Minister in training

Job Title: Minister-in-Training / Pastor-in-Training (PiT) Location: Central London Affiliation: John 3:30 Fellowship of Churches (J330) Role Type: Formational, training-focused ministry position in partnership with Oak Hill College.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities Theological Education & Oak Hill College Partnership Formal theological study is an integral, non-negotiable component of this formational role. The Minister-in-Training will be enrolled in a tailored academic programme at Oak Hill College to ensure their practical ministry is deeply rooted in robust biblical scholarship. Preaching & Public Ministry Occasional Preaching: Deliver expository, Bible-centered sermons in main Sunday services and mid-week meeting bible studies. Service Leading: Regularly lead Sunday services, public prayers, and administer ordinances. Feedback Loops: Engage in rigorous pre-preaching preparation and post-sermon evaluation with the Senior Pastor to hone proclamation skills. Pastoral Care Flock Visitation: Provide routine and crisis pastoral care, including visiting church members in their homes, hospitals, or care homes. One-to-One Ministry: Meet regularly with individuals for personal spiritual investment, counseling, and prayer. Integration: Help welcome newcomers and integrate them into the life of the central London church family. Discipleship & Group Leadership Community Groups: Lead, coordinate, and write materials for mid-week small groups or "Community Groups". Leader Development: Help mentor, train, and support volunteer small group leaders. Specialist Oversight: Take direct leadership over a specific ministry area tailored to the trainee's gifts (e.g., student ministry or youth work). Evangelism & Outreach Community Engagement: Build intentional relationships with non-Christians within the diverse, multicultural central London community. Evangelistic Courses: Help plan, organize, and lead mission-focused courses like Christianity Explored. Everyday Witness: Equip and inspire church members for confident, everyday personal evangelism. Church Organisation & Administration General Admin: To assist for a few hours a week with the general admin of the Church. Staff Integration: Attend and actively contribute to weekly staff meetings and ministry planning. Event Admin: Assist with the practical logistics, communication, and volunteer recruitment needed to run sustainable urban ministries. Safeguarding Compliance: Work strictly in line with the church's safeguarding policy to protect children and vulnerable adults. [1, 2, 3]

Required skills

Skills: Strong foundational communication and interpersonal skills, with some prior experience in teaching the Bible (even in a voluntary capacity). Legal: Must satisfy all safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check.

Other

The Candidate (Person Specification) Essential Requirements Christian Commitment: A robust, growing Christian character, passionate about following Jesus, and showing consistent integrity in life and doctrine. J330 Alignment: Heartfelt, full agreement with the J330 Doctrinal Basis and its specific Ethos Statements (including Gospel Unity and Complementarianism). Calling: A clear, prayerful conviction regarding a long-term calling to pastoral ministry.