Assemblies of God

WEEKLY ATTENDANCE: 3,250

Meet Cross Assembly

We are a cross-centered, Assemblies of God church that amplifies the importance of holy living, Christian service, and personal salvation. We uphold the necessity of biblical teaching and understanding and emphasize the application of those teachings in our daily lives. We are a missions-minded congregation that pours our giving and gifts into the service of both local and global communities. 

Our mission statement says it all, “We are a mission-sending base. We are called to build up and send out Spirit-filled agents of local and global transformation. Our church is known for its unwavering devotion to biblical truth, family-oriented structure, and exciting worship experience. Our dozens of ministries and partners stretch far and wide to unreached people groups and communities in need. 

Cross Assembly is one church with many locations! Whether in-person or online, we’d love for you to join us for a great time of worship. We would like to invite you to become a part of our family and join in on what God is doing here.

About the Global Student Pastor

Cross Assembly is searching for a Global Student Pastor to lead Cross Assembly Youth Ministries in line with the vision of Cross Assembly under the leadership of the Lead Pastor.

The Global Student Pastor’s responsibilities include:

• Responsible for both the Middle School and High School ministries.
• Expectation is to have primary leadership of either Middle School or High School Ministries and will oversee the other ministry leader.
• Serve in a Central Services role resourcing youth ministry across all campuses.
• Recruit and develop both adult and student volunteer teams.
• Plan, organize, and lead Youth meetings, services, and events.
• Role requires someone with competence in preaching, teaching, and communicating the Word of God in the context of youth ministry.
• Make use of NCAG resources, such as youth camps, retreats, and events.
• Incorporate the mission and vision of Cross Assembly in the youth ministry through Speed the Light and short-term mission trips.
• Manage the youth department budget.
• Pastors are expected to be in attendance at all weekly services.
• Discipleship of students.
• Other duties as assigned by Leadership Pastor or Lead Pastor.

What you bring

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Global Student Pastor:

Education and Experience

• Undergraduate degree or comparable experience.
• 3+ years of ministry experience.
• Ministerial Credentials with the Assemblies of God (or eligible to receive within 18 months of employment).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Graphic design.
• Technical knowledge of production equipment.
• Understanding of worship.
• Administrative skills.

Personal Characteristics and Qualifications

• Passion to work with youth.
• Agreement to CLT Leadership Covenant.

What it’s like to live in Raleigh, NC

Raleigh, the capital of North Carolina, is one of the most rapidly growing small cities in the United States. Because of its diverse and robust economy, world-class educational institutions, world-class healthcare facilities, and cultural, athletic, and entertainment options, Raleigh is routinely ranked among the top areas in America to work, live, and raise a family. Raleigh anchors the geographic location known as the Research Triangle area of North Carolina; named so because of the world-renowned research universities (NC State University, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Duke University) that call this area home. Because of these and other institutions of higher learning in the area, the Research Triangle has the highest concentration of Phds in the United States. In addition to the educational and economic impact of these universities, they also provide (along with the Carolina Hurricanes NHL team) a dynamic and fun environment for sports fans. 

Raleigh offers exciting and thriving downtown and suburban experiences filled with several renowned music venues, sports teams, a great arts community, and a diverse culinary scene. It also provides a variety of entertainment in the arts, with various performing venues and visual arts collections–The Carolina Ballet and the North Carolina Theatre, along with many performing arts programs at the universities. Raleigh is also home to many museums and a large number of restaurants that provide an opportunity for casual and elegant evenings out on the town. 

Raleigh provides many options for residents and visitors, including a bustling downtown and nightlife to family suburbs with excellent amenities and recreational opportunities to rural and agricultural areas close to the city. Like most Southeastern United States, Raleigh has a humid, subtropical climate, with four distinct seasons. The area enjoys excellent weather for much of the calendar year. All in all, Raleigh is an ideal place for any couple or family to live.