Elder

Jimmy Gibson

Position Description

The Elder serves as the primary spiritual leader of the Olive Branch Messianic Congregation, providing biblical instruction, pastoral care, and overall spiritual direction. Working collaboratively with Board Members, the Elder guides the congregation’s ministries, promotes unity, and ensures that congregational activities remain faithful to Scripture and Olive Branch’s Messianic beliefs.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual leadership and biblical guidance to the congregation.
• Lead the weekly Shabbat service according to the established order and deliver a teaching or message.
• Meet regularly with the Board Members to establish ministry priorities, policies, and long-term goals.
• Coordinate with the Torah Teachers and Midrash Leaders to maintain doctrinal consistency and develop teaching schedules.
• Provide theological oversight for material prepared by the Social Post Writer and Teaching Contributors.
• Work with the Worship Music Coordinator to maintain the spiritual focus of congregational worship.
• Provide pastoral counsel, prayer, and support to members and families.
• Work with Board Members to help resolve conflicts and encourage reconciliation within the congregation.
• Support the development of new teachers, ministry leaders, and volunteers.
• Work with the Treasurer and Board Members on major financial decisions and resource needs.
• Provide guidance to the Event Planner regarding special services and biblical feast celebrations.
• Encourage cooperation between ministry areas and address unresolved organizational concerns.
• Maintain accountability to and with the Board Members.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Demonstrated spiritual maturity and commitment to Yeshua and the Messianic faith.
• Very Strong understanding of the Tanakh, and Brit Chadashah.
• Sound knowledge of Messianic theology and biblical interpretation.
• Character consistent with the biblical qualifications for elders in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1.
• Ability to teach, counsel, communicate, and lead with humility.
• Willingness to delegate responsibilities and collaborate with other leaders.
• Commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and accountability.

Works Directly With: Board Members, Torah Teachers, Midrash Leaders, Worship Music Coordinator, Treasurer, and other ministry coordinators.