Groups Pastor

Purpose of Central Groups Ministry

Central Groups are a cluster of vibrant mid‑week small group communities, in the Peterborough building. Their purpose is to:

• Provide small group community, making use of our building space for regular gatherings
• A first step into community, particularly newcomers or those not yet in local groups, who can take steps towards finding belonging centrally while they find a local, geographical Life Group
• Provide a ‘green house’ environment for group leader training.

Designated Area Pastor

Working directly with the Area Pastor to fulfil and expand the ‘Central Life Groups’ purpose.

• Shape and implement the strategic plan for developing and growing the Central Groups ministry.
• Invest in Central Group Leaders, supporting their ongoing leadership health and development.
• Support the Area Pastor by monitoring the progress of new leaders as they complete their training within the central environment.
• Create vibrant, welcoming evenings where people feel a strong sense of belonging and community.
• Partner closely with the Area Pastor to ensure individuals are well cared for within the wider pastoral structure.
• Coordinate key administrative elements, including room bookings, resources, and refreshments.
• Ensure high‑quality up‑front hosting that sets the tone for a warm and engaging environment.

• Ability to provide a Kings Gate pastoral reference.
• Kings Gate Partner.
• Regular attendance at a Life Group, as part of Central groups.

Essential:

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A Kings Gate Partner
• Currently in Pastoral Leadership at Kings Gate

• Training related to your responsibilities as a volunteer.
• Regular one‑to‑one meetings with Area Pastor.
• A review of your role after three months
• Reimbursement of your expenses. The organisation does not want you to be disadvantaged financially because of your volunteering. It will therefore provide you with your travel expenses to and from work at the cost of the cheapest method of travel. If claiming petrol, then this will be paid at the prevailing mileage rate.
• Access to the church Dynamics system, if appropriate, and any training required to use it.
• Ability to have full involvement in the life of the staff team, eg, Summer BBQ and Christmas meal.