Non-Denominational Church Jobs

Senior Pastor

Mt. Olivet Church

Huron, SD

$65,000 - $85,000

Principle Function - Provides leadership by creating a vision, setting goals, and overseeing the planning, organization, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive ministry for Mt. Olivet Church Specific Responsibilities Church - Responsible for worship service in conjunction with the worship Elder - Bring message on Sunday mornings - Responsible for church bulletin and church calendar - Lead midweek Adult Bible Study - Mentor additional pastoral staff - Attend church committee meetings (Pastor is ex-officio member) 1. Church Council 2. Elder Board 3. Christian Education Executive Committee 4. Music Ministry Committee - Visitation (sick, aged, bereaved, shut-ins, in hospital or nursing homes, etc.) - Teach instructional classes as needed - Administer Baptism and Communion - Perform marriage ceremonies and child dedications - Conduct funeral services and follow up bereaved family several times - Assist the Elders in overseeing church office secretary - See Constitution for additional responsibilities (especially Article IX, “Duties of Officers”) Community - Services at Healthcare Center and Stony Brook as scheduled - Involvement with Huron Evangelical Ministerial Association - Member of James Valley Christian School Advisory Council Qualifications - 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9 - Have a clear testimony of salvation by faith in Jesus Christ - Be committed student of the Word of God - Be a person of prayer - Have a servant-leader attitude; be able to work as part of a team - Be dependable, loyal, creative, flexible, have a love for people, be loyal to the leadership and ministries of Mt. Olivet Church

Worship Pastor

Coeur d'Alene Bible Church

Coeur d'Alene, ID

$50,000 - $70,000

**Role Summary** We’re searching for a new Worship Pastor to join our ministry staff. This role is full-time, salaried with benefits, and works under the leadership of the Senior Pastor and alongside the other members of the church ministry staff. The salary range is $50 - $70k/yr depending on experience and other parameters. The worship pastor will be a member of our church elder team and so must meet the biblical qualifications for eldership, which, according to our interpretation of scripture and our church polity, requires the worship pastor to be a male by biological sex and gender. We anticipate that the Worship Pastor will spend up to ⅔ of his time in worship-related ministry and the other ⅓ of his work time leading an additional area of ministry (both described in the next section). Please download our [employment application (click here)](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kjG8x-_jqMiAYe7IfU505U8BAUdTVySu/view?usp=drive_link), fill it out, and include it with your cover letter and resume. **What You’ll Do** - Lead weekly worship gatherings with the church worship team as the worship director. You’ll do much of the lead singing and lead the band instrumentally, ideally from a guitar - Foster grace, musicality, and love for God and others amongst our worship and tech team - Cultivate a culture of worship that is spiritually rich, musically prepared, and accessible to people from diverse ecclesial and generational backgrounds - Weave elements of liturgy and the church calendar into our corporate worship - Collaborate as part of the church ministry team for church-wide ministry efforts - Utilize Planning Center to manage volunteer scheduling and service flow planning - Lead an additional ministry area in the church as part of our overall vision and mission, based on your spiritual gifts, passions, interests, and experience: - We’ll determine which ministry area during hiring as we get to know our top candidates. - Such ministry areas might include: prayer ministry, missions and local outreach, discipleship ministry, teaching adult bible classes, men’s ministry, etc. **The Person We’re Looking For:** - Loves the local church and believes that worship ministry is a component of discipleship - Is passionate about leading God’s people into encounters with God through worship - Manifests the presence and empowerment of the Holy Spirit in their life and work - Possesses humility and teachability, and demonstrates emotional maturity and gentleness. - Possesses a shepherd’s heart with effective relational skills - Practices spiritual disciplines to deepen and strengthen their walk with God - Expresses in word and deed a sincere devotion to the way of Jesus - Meets all of our church’s conditions for employment. **Necessary Skills and Experience:** - Proficient vocal ability and proficiency in a lead instrument (guitar preferred) - Experienced in leading live, contemporary worship in church gatherings - Experienced playing collaboratively with other musicians in a band setting (bass, drum kit, piano, etc.) - Adept at clear communication and giving instruction - Skilled in musical leadership, band direction, and musical arrangement - Working knowledge of production environments (audio, video, lighting), adequate to provide leadership to our worship and tech volunteers (need not be an expert) - Ability to manage a budget **Preferred Skills:** - Formal ministry education and/or training preferred - Gifted to teach and preach from scripture - Creativity with visual arts and media - Ability to upskill worship team members in music theory, and instrumental and vocal techniques

Family Ministry Pastor

Northbridge Community Church

Rochester, MN

$65,000 - $75,000

Position Summary This role is ideal for a spiritually mature leader who loves God's Word, values theological clarity, and is passionate about helping students stand firm in faith. The candidate needs to be in agreement with Northbridge's theological convictions, have a passion for Youth Ministry, and have organizational strength, communication skill, and leadership development mindset. You will serve alongside a supportive elder-led leadership team, a committed Lead Pastor, and parents eager for intentional spiritual leadership. Reports to: Lead Pastor Employment Status: Full-time Key Responsibilities - Pioneer a new and fresh chapter of youth ministry at Northbridge Community Church in cooperation with our present children’s minister. - Lead and develop a biblically grounded ministry for grades 6-12, and support existing ministry in K-5. - Establish weekly gatherings focused on teaching, discipleship, worship, outreach, serving, prayer, and relationships that foster discipleship. - Build, recruit, train, and shepherd volunteers and leaders. - Equip and encourage parents as primary disciplers. - Communicate consistently to students, volunteers, parents, and staff. - Plan and lead family-focused events, retreats, and outreach opportunities that connect the church with the community. - Collaborate with the pastoral team to integrate family ministry into the overall vision and mission of the church. - Ensure all family ministry environments are safe, welcoming, and aligned with our church’s values and theology. - Develop and oversee a Singles Ministry for a growing singles population within the church Team Collaboration & Ministry Development: - Integrate students into the broader life of the church. - Steward the youth ministry budget and prepare for growth. Qualifications Spiritual & Character Requirements - A mature follower of Jesus Christ with a lifestyle that reflects biblical character and integrity. - Alignment with the church’s statement of faith, beliefs and mission, vision and values. - Demonstrated servant leadership with a heart for equipping others. Professional & Educational Requirements - Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s degree preferred); ministry, theology, or leadership fields preferred. - 5yrs minimum of experience in church pastoral ministry with family ministry experience. - Strong understanding of church systems, structures, and ministry environments. - Experience with multiple services per weekend - preferred Skills & Competencies - Excellent organizational and skills. - Strong communication abilities – written, verbal, and interpersonal. - Ability to lead teams, coach staff, and build biblically healthy working relationships. - Ability to address challenges creatively and effectively, with a solutions-oriented mindset. - Ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and grace under pressure. - Competency in office software, database/church management systems, and digital communication tools. Compensation and Benefits - Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. - Salary range: $65K - $75K - Benefits to be detailed upon request. Next Steps Submit the following materials to Staffing@NBChurch.Org - Resume with references. (at least one from a pastor or ministry supervisor) - Personal testimony - Statement of interest, describing why the candidate is applying for this position. Northbridge Community Church (https://nbchurch.org) Northbridge Community Church is an evangelical Bible centered church located in Rochester, Minnesota. We are an elder led church that represents multi generations. We are a church that exists to exalt God, teach believes, and make disciples. Our preaching is expository, our bible study genuine, our relationships are authentic, our approach is intentional, and our mission work is gospel driven.

Children's Minister

Journey Church

Monroe, GA

$55,000 - $80,000

Responsibilities of the Journey Kids Ministry Director: -Lead creative, engaging environments that help children grow in their understanding of who God is and what He has planned for their future. -Teach the Bible clearly in a way that is consistent with the developmental stages of children and causes them to love learning about Jesus. -Recruit, train, and inspire teams of volunteers to partner in ministry to children. -Develop leaders and create culture in children’s ministry -Consistently communicate vision and lead with passion and energy. -Oversee all ministry needs for children birth-5th grade. -Design ministry that encourages parents in their vital role of shaping their children spiritually and providing the loving foundation for their child’s future. -Work with the Lead Pastor and other staff so that all of the ministries of Journey support one another and the overall mission of the church. -Under the oversight of the Lead Pastor and the Stewardship Team, develop, oversee, and monitor a Journey Kids Ministry budget that reflects the goals of reaching, encouraging, and discipling children and families. -Plan and oversee special events throughout the year that connect the people of our church to one another and to Journey Kids Ministry as well as events that connect us to the community. Spiritual Qualifications -Committed follower of Jesus -Commitment to spiritual and personal growth -Increasingly grow in and exhibit the Fruit of the Spirit -A lifestyle consistent with the teachings of God’s Word Experience/Characteristics -Minimum of bachelor’s degree preferred -3-5 years experience in similar field -Creative visionary -Organized and capable of leading growing systems -Strong relational skills -Team player

Youth Pastor Student Department Pastor

Destiny Worship Center

Destin, FL

Meet Destiny Worship Center and the Destin Campus: Destiny Worship Center is a multi-campus church with six locations across the Florida Panhandle. Our Destin Campus is our broadcast campus and would be considered in the church world to be our "main" campus, Launched in 2001, the Destin campus averages 2000+ in weekly attendance and is focused on growth in this season. We’re focused on reaching our community through life-giving worship services, engaging teaching, a strong culture of connection, service and discipleship. We are currently looking to hire a Student Ministries Pastor to oversee our Student Ministries Staff and their development at our Destin Campus. This role would also be contributing to the development of our student ministries as a whole around our 6 campuses. **If you are interested in this position, please email eric@destinyworship.com with your resume!** About the Role: The Student Ministries Pastor will lead and oversee all aspects of Student Ministry at the Destin Campus, serving the Middle and High School students in a hands on leadership role. In addition, this pastor will lead the staff members that are responsible for the success of our Pre-K (Babies-5 years old) and Destiny Kids (k-5th grade) ministries. Our Student ministries and their goals are accomplished through weekly events, spiritual development, serving and connection. Primary Responsibilities include: - Provide leadership, oversight and vision to volunteers who make up the Destiny Youth Team - Provide leadership, oversight and vision to the staff members who make up the rest of the student ministries department. - Provide administrative oversight and execution to the systems involved in managing the Student Ministry. - Crafting and Delivering Bible-rich sermons to Middle and High School Students. - Helping students and volunteers take their next step toward spiritual growth and connection. - Developing and overseeing a leadership structure that equips others in their calling. - Leading regular trainings and team development events. - Work alongside a dedicated Campus Pastor, a regional support team, and a large volunteer team. You’ll also be a co-worker alongside ministry leaders that are each aiming for health in all areas of our church. - Weekend Communication as scheduled for hosting moments and exhortations. The Youth Pastor reports to the Destin Campus Pastor and is an essential part of our Destin Campus staff. This role calls for someone who leads with both heart and structure—you love people, but you also love to build a ministry that’s bigger than you, that’s all about Jesus. Gatherings - Lead our “Destiny Youth” student ministry weekly gathering. Wednesday Nights from 6:30-8:00pm Average Wednesday Night “Motion” Attendance is 125 students - Calendared Events like Youth Freedom (Which closes a Youth Small Group Semester), Motion Experience (High School Camp) and others as scheduled. - Sunday Mornings: Implement a Destiny Youth Presence designed to raise connection between Wednesday Youth students and Sunday Services. Outreach - Collaborate with Campus Pastor to connect with and support the needs of local schools. What we're looking for: - You’ve led on a church staff in a church of 1000+ weekly attendance. - You’ve led a youth ministry of over 100+ students in attendance. - You live by Biblical Standards. - You’re more excited about a winning team than you are about a big crowd. - You’re self-motivated, detailed, teachable, love to overcommunicate, and are a great team player. - You genuinely believe in godly community. - You really love Jesus and so does your family. - You’re comfortable in a Spirit-filled, non-religious, fun setting. - You’re humble yet confident. - You enjoy support and feedback. - You’re a competent problem solver. - You’re not threatened by working within clear boundaries. - You love being on a winning team. Why You’ll Love Working Here: - Our staff is unified, fun, and fully invested the vision of the church - Most work weeks are between 32-36 hour workweeks (yes, really) - 4 weeks paid vacation - Top-of-the-line retirement plan - Medical Insurance Benefits - Relocation assistance available as needed - Housing benefits may be available for qualified candidates Competitive Salary - You’ll live minutes from the beach on Florida’s beautiful Emerald Coast - You won’t just be doing ministry—you’ll be part of a healthy, growing team where you’re known, supported, and empowered to lead boldly. What it's like to live in the cities our church serves in Northwest Florida: Our region is affectionately called the "Emerald Coast," named after our signature white sand, turquoise waters, as well as other natural occurrences, like dune lakes and the nearby barrier islands. It's a favorite destination for over 4.5 million visitors every year! From surf and sun, to shopping, dining and great schools, our region is an area growing in population and influence. If you've ever been here on vacation once, you've wanted to come back. If you live here, you love it here. Helpful Links: destinyworship.com https://destinyworshipcenter.com/youth Helpful info for the interested Candidate: **Please send your resume to eric@destinyworship.com to be considered**

Kids Director

South Shore Community Church

Sarasota, FL

Department: Kids Ministry Job Title: Kids Director Purpose: The Kids Director is crafts a safe and inviting environment where children are introduced and taught the Gospel of Jesus Christ, where both kids and volunteers can grow in Christ. Experience and Knowledge Required: - Must possess natural love and care for all generations in the church Committed to the Vision, Mission and Values of South Shore - Deep devotion to God and love for His Word - Gifted leadership skills - Highly relational with both Kids and adults - Articulate - Disciplined (works hard and smart) - Humble attitude - Innovative and creative - Able to attract others to the Kids ministry - Able to develop a team-oriented culture through training, mentoring and teaching - Willing to engage with others in accountable relationships - Exceptional organization and communication skills - Ability to work with minimal supervision - Ability to handle confidential information - Strong attention to detail - Exceptional work ethic and commitment to excellence - Capable to handle multiple projects effectively - Theologically and doctrinal alignment with South Shore on important matters Essential Functions and Responsibilities: - Oversee all programming for Kids throughout the church. - Establish and maintain a secure system that protects children in our church’s care. - Plan and oversee special events related to children and families. - In consultation with other church leaders, define a vision for the Kids ministry that contributes to the church’s overall vision. Develop a ministry plan to achieve that vision. - Recruit, develop, and deploy Kids ministry volunteers. - Maintain the integrity of the children’s Bible teaching time by ensuring the instruction is consistent with the doctrinal convictions of the church. - Manage all children’s ministry volunteers that work with children from infancy through fifth grade. - Identify and execute ministry and missions opportunities for children to participate in. - Review all curriculum used by the Kids ministry and ensure they are consistent with the church’s doctrinal commitments. Other Duties and Responsibilities: - In consultation with other ministry leaders and senior church leadership, develop an annual budget for the Kids ministry and operate within the constraints of that budget. - Other duties as assigned Staff Responsibilities: - Love for God - Love for People - Work Ethic that is excellent, protective and frugal with time and money - Attitude of a servant, enjoyable to be with and devoted to the call of God and the Church - Assist with pastoral care needs of the Church and keep that team apprised on all related issues. - Be available as needed to assist in crisis situations, hospital visits, funerals, and/or weddings. - Participate in “on call ministry” rotation as needed. - Attend Sunday services (30/30 rule: arriving 30 minutes before volunteers arrive and leaving 30 minutes after services end or until the attendees have left) and assist at events as needed. - Set an example by attending all church events.

Youth Minister

Landmark Church

Diamond Bar, CA

Landmark Christian Church is a healthy, growing, multi-ethnic, independent congregation affiliated with the Christian Churches. We average about 650 people in worship on Sundays. We are situated in a diverse community of predominantly professional people, and our church reflects that diversity. We love the mix of backgrounds, cultures, and generations that make up our church family. We are highly mission-oriented, with a rich legacy of global missions and a strong commitment to reaching the next generation for Jesus. We are a very healthy, happy, and growing church with an exciting future. Job Description: Are you called to lead teens in a growing relationship with Jesus Christ? Do you want to join a team who is passionate about creating a church that people love to attend, and reach out to the needs of its community? Do you have a desire to take an already healthy youth ministry to the next level? Then we encourage you to apply for our Youth Ministry position. The candidate should be a passionate follower of Jesus Christ and have an obvious calling to minister to students. We are looking for someone who has integrity, energy, creativity, and a strong desire to see students and their families grow in their relationship with Jesus. We want our Youth Pastor to share in our mission to Love God, Love People, and Serve Compassionately. Our new Youth Minister will: - Oversee all aspects of ministry to Jr. High, High School, and Young Adults. - Recruit, train, and empower the Youth Leadership Team of volunteers. - Supervise and mentor youth ministry interns. - Be the primary teacher of the Word to our students. - Report directly to the Senior Pastor Qualifications: - Has a growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ. - Has an exceptional ability to relate to teens and their families. - Possess excellent skills in leadership, organization, team building, and teaching. - Has a desire to create engaging content that communicates Biblical truths that young people need to hear and learn. - A Leader who has a vision for the church and families working together to build faith in the next generation. - Creative! A person loves to innovate ways to better connect with teens and helps connect them with God and others. - A desire to help teens discover the value of service - A recruiter who can attract, disciple, and retain a team of volunteer leaders around you who share your creativity and passion. - A team player, working with the rest of the staff team to accomplish shared goals and vision. - Has a degree from a Christian College or University (preferred) - Has experience working with teens in a church setting. - We offer a competitive salary, a medical insurance allowance, matching retirement compensation, and paid vacation time. If this position is for you, simply e-mail Kelly at info@landmark.live with your letter of interest, personal testimony, and resume. For additional information about Landmark Christian Church, please visit our website at landmark.live.

Kids Pastor

Rainier View Christian Church

Tacoma, WA

Job Title: Kids Pastor (Parkland Campus) Hours: 40 hours per week (Part-time option available) Salary: Commensurate with experience Why Work for Us: Rainier View Christian Church is a nondenominational, multisite church located in Pierce County, Washington with 2 campuses. One of our core values is to change our methods but never our message to reach the next generation. We believe a church is only healthy when we invest our time and resources, and give up our preferences, so that every child, teen, and young adult knows the love of God, is radically committed to following Jesus, and is empowered by His Spirit to live joyfully, generously, and courageously. Here’s where you come in: We are looking for someone who shares that same passion and wants to join us in creating safe, engaging, and Christ-centered environments where young people can grow in their faith. Here’s How We Will Support You: - Full-time status comes with benefits (health/dental/vision/disability) and 403b retirement contributions. - All pastoral staff members (full-time or part-time) receive vacation time, sick leave, personal time, and a monthly Spiritual Renewal Day. (Ask us about this if intrigued!) - Leadership development opportunities such as offsites, conferences, staff trainings, mentorship, and continuing education. Here’s What You’ll Do: - Lead RVCC Kids (birth–5th grade) at the Parkland campus in alignment with our vision of becoming a Jesus-focused, multiethnic, difference-making church. - Recruit, train, schedule, and care for RVCC Kids Difference Makers (our terminology for volunteers). - Build relationships with children, parents, and volunteers that foster a healthy ministry culture. - Plan and coordinate weekly environments, including classroom preparation, check-in, communication, and supplies. - Collaborate with the Graham Kids Pastor on curriculum, events, and ministry initiatives. - Oversee resources, budget, and all other administrative tasks related to RVCC Kids. - Work with the RVCC Students Pastor and RVCC Students Difference Makers to provide oversight for mid-week gatherings for Parkland Students (6th–12th grade). - Oversee the RVCC Young Adults group (ages 18–29), including leading gatherings, offsite events, and serving opportunities. - Provide pastoral care, encouragement, and prayer to children, students, young adults, families, and Difference Makers. - Partner with campus staff to run major yearly events. This Role Is for You If: - You are growing in your relationship with Jesus, and your life reflects the mission and values of His Kingdom. - You are actively a part of the local church and have a track record of serving. - You are passionate about reaching the next generation, helping families win, and creating a ministry that reflects the diversity of Christ’s body here in Parkland. - You have strong relational and administrative skills. You are not just a doer, but a leader, and you get excited about developing people and multiplying yourself. - You have experience working with kids (whether voluntarily or paid) and/or have an educational background that has prepared you for this role. Reports To: Parkland Campus Pastor To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter sharing why you’re interested in the Kids & Next-Gen Pastor role and how you believe your experience and calling have prepared you for this opportunity. Please send your application to: info@rainierview.org

Central Kids Pastor

Journey Church

Avon, OH

$60,000 - $67,000

Win for This Role: The Central Kids Pastor will provide full-time leadership for all Journey Kids environments (birth–5th grade) across all campuses, with direct responsibility at the Avon Campus. This role is focused on building engaging, gospel-centered Sunday experiences, developing strong volunteer teams, and partnering with families to support spiritual growth both in church and at home. The Central Kids Pastor will help shape curriculum, oversee safety protocols, and lead key events and communication efforts. Primary Responsibilities: - Foster a fun, welcoming, and safe environment where every child is seen, known, loved, and learns about God. - Oversee dynamic, age-appropriate weekly services for all kids classrooms (birth–5th grade). - Recruit, train, and encourage a strong team of adult and student volunteers. - Ensure consistency in curriculum, worship, and service flow across campuses. - Provide direct leadership to Kids directors and Dream Team at the Avon Campus. - Uphold and manage safety protocols, check-in/check-out systems, and security standards. - Lead consistent team nights or gatherings to grow culture, vision, and capacity. - Communicate regularly with parents, provide them spiritual resources and practical next steps for families, and partner with them to reinforce spiritual growth outside the church. - Plan and lead seasonal events such as VBS, Kids Camp, and Family Sundays. - Partner with other ministries for church-wide events to provide children’s ministry. - Work with the Creative department to ensure web and social media presence are current and engaging, share ministry updates, events, and stories regularly online, and provide digital content for at-home discipleship. Additional Support (Avon Campus) - Assist with Sunday Dream Team leadership and support team culture. - Participate in campus-wide communication and special event efforts. - Provide pastoral care alongside the Campus Pastor as needed. Requirements - Strong leadership skills with a passion for children's ministry. - Clear communicator and creative planner. - Spiritually mature and aligned with Journey Church’s doctrine and culture. - Able to lead independently while collaborating with cross-campus teams. Compensation - Salary Range: $60,000 - $67,000 commensurate with experience - Health - Dental - Vision - Retirement

Worship Minister

The Door Church

Argyle, TX

(More details about the role can be found in the job description linked [here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1brohC-HR2UWZHsvQZ0ghfuaat_5GEe0w/view).) Worship Arts Ministry Leadership - Lead the Worship Arts Ministry at TDC’s Argyle campus, displaying the worth of Christ through song and leading gathering attendees in Spirit-wrought response to God’s Word - Disciple the Worship Arts Team towards Christ, provide opportunities for team development, and equip volunteers in leadership/musical skill - Be a champion of Christ-centered worship leading, singing, and excellence in heart, mind, and spirit among volunteer team members Worship Arts Ministry Execution - Manage and execute all aspects of TDC Worship Arts during weekly gatherings, including but not limited to: - Lead worship regularly at weekly gatherings (Sunday gatherings) and/ or ensure other leaders are prepared to lead worship - Oversee worship team musically during rehearsals, offering guidance and direction, or preparing music director to lead rehearsal - Maintain extensive knowledge of technology used and ensure all components are ready prior to gathering times (includes management and purchasing of needed supplies / equipment) - Work with volunteers in their practicing throughout the week as needed - Organize and maintain volunteer schedule through Planning Center, communicating expectations for dates, rehearsal times, song parts, etc. in a timely manner - Recruit new volunteers and provide ongoing musical and leadership training

Student Pastor (Youth Pastor)

Mercy Road Church Northeast

Fortville, IN

$45,000 - $60,000

Why this is a great opportunity: Mercy Road Church is an innovative church planting church in central Indiana that has 4 locations and has helped plant 40 churches in the past 10 years. The Fishers/Fortville area is expanding rapidly, with new neighborhoods and young families arriving every day, making it a strategic and exciting place to lead student ministry. This Student Pastor position gives you the opportunity to be part of a fast-growing church (planted in September 2020) that is trying new approaches to reach the community for Jesus in a suburban context where hundreds of young families are moving into new homes every year. You will gain experience serving on a healthy church staff and learning from high level leaders who want to invest in your development. Position Overview: The Student Pastor will lead all aspects of the 6th–12th grade ministry at Mercy Road Northeast. This includes being the primary teacher, discipler, and point leader for students, while developing and empowering a volunteer leadership team to build relationships and lead students toward a passionate relationship with Jesus. The Sunday night student gathering is a consistent part of the weekly rhythm and includes student-led worship, small groups, and intentional community. The Student Pastor will work closely with the Family Ministry Pastor, who has healthy experience in student ministry, to support in building from a solid foundation that’s now ready new vision and expanded reach. Key Responsibilities: - Responsible for creating a safe and engaging environment for students (6th grade-12th grade) on Sunday Nights that help them grow UP in their relationship with God, IN through authentic relationships with each other, and OUT as missionaries in their world. - Responsibilities include developing sermon series and small group resources, leading discipleship efforts, and regularly communicating with parents and students through email, text, and social media. - This person will also recruit and develop adult leaders, invest in their spiritual growth, and empower them to lead with consistency and care. - Empowering students to serve on Sunday mornings and serve the community outside the walls of the church. - Developing student leaders and empowering students to impact the world through their unique Spiritual DNA. - Planning and overseeing Mercy Students participating in annual trips and camps to give them unique experiences to encounter God, new friends, and be poured into by their leaders. Job Qualifications: - The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience leading students in a ministry setting and a strong ability to connect with both middle school and high school students. - They will be a gifted communicator, a natural team builder, and someone who thrives in a relational, fast-paced ministry environment. - A deep and growing relationship with Jesus is essential, along with high character, emotional maturity, and a heart for the local church. - An undergraduate degree is preferred. Benefits and Pay: - Pay is competitive and commensurate with experience and education - Medical Insurance Reimbursement provided through QHSERA plan - Paid vacation, holiday, and bereavement time off - 403(b) retirement plan with contributions from Mercy Road Church - Staff care counseling benefit - 6 weeks paid maternity leave or 3 weeks paid paternity leave - Monthly Gym reimbursement - About the Community: Fishers and Fortville are among the fastest-growing areas in Indiana, located just northeast of downtown Indianapolis. With excellent schools, affordable housing, and miles of trails and parks, this community has consistently been named one of the best places to live in America. This is an amazing place to call home, raise a family, and reach the lost for Christ. About the Church: Mercy Road Northeast exists to see people far from God discipled into a passionate relationship with Jesus. The church values passionate worship, intentional mission, spiritual apprenticeship, and strategic generosity. The staff culture is built on health, fun, and authenticity. Team members are encouraged to prioritize their relationship with God and their families, honor Sabbath rhythms, and work collaboratively with humility and excellence. Mercy Road Northeast is part of the Mercy Road family of churches and the Multiply Indiana church-planting network. What We're Looking For: The next Student Pastor will be a relational leader who loves people, has a passion for discipleship, and thrives in a culture of collaboration. We’re looking for someone who can build relationships quickly, communicate with clarity, and develop leaders who multiply impact. This is not a behind-the-desk kind of job—we need someone who lives on mission, builds trust, and creates environments where students encounter Jesus and grow together. Success in the first year will look like strong relationships with families and volunteers, effective systems of communication with parents and leaders, and a clear increase in student engagement and leadership development. SEND RESUME TO: CALEB BEAVERSON (caleb@mercyroadne.com)

Campus Pastor

The Chapel

Lake Zurich, IL

$70,000 - $80,000

HOW TO APPLY First, read on for more details then check out [Jobs@TheChapel](https://chapel.org/jobs/) for a full job description, an application and more information about our church. If you feel you are a strong fit, send a resume and application to Jessica at jjones@chapel.org WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR We are seeking a Campus Pastor to champion The Chapel’s vision by leading a single Chapel campus in concert with the overall direction of The Chapel and being responsible for the growth, health and alignment of a campus by developing genuine community relationships, connecting new and existing members to Kingdom ministry, shepherding and equipping a campus staff team and providing loving, pastoral care. This person must have proven leadership ability, clear communication skills, a demonstrated collaborative approach, and strong alignment with The Chapel's vision, purpose and values. Key Qualities: - A shepherd at heart with strong relational skills and ability to collaborate across teams - Strongly align with our purpose, vision and values - Be an effective communicator, both formally and informally, with warm and engaging interpersonal skills that are both relational and inspiring - Have demonstrated abilities as an action-oriented leader, able to cast vision and align leaders including both staff and volunteers WHO WE ARE We are The Chapel (chapel.org), one church in many locations. We are a dynamic, inspiring and fun non-denominational, multi-site church with 9 campuses serving the northern suburbs of Chicago and southern Wisconsin. We believe that the Holy Spirit indwells and empowers every follower of Jesus Christ, allowing us to demonstrate a passion and aptitude for making disciples of Jesus and prioritize life and ministry accordingly. Our MISSION: As a church, we desire to help people everywhere experience all of God, in all of them, for all the world! This means we: - Carry the Christianity of Jesus - Pray Heaven to Earth - Be a Force for Good - Live as part of a Kingdom Community Our VISION: The Chapel’s vision is to help ignite revival in our church communities, and worldwide! Revival is simply any group of people, anywhere on earth, at any point of time, coming alive to God. We do this by pursuing: - Widespread Spiritual Awakening (All of God) - Revitalization of the Church (All of us) - Transformation of Society (All of our world) Our VALUES: We are a people completely giving ourselves to God and others. We believe God for all things, great and small. We live authentically, never pretending to be anything we aren’t – and we find ways to enjoy life and have a lot of fun along the way. We do this by: - Living All-In: A fully-committed people who come in third (God, others, self) - Having Expectant Faith: He is who he said he is and will do what he said he will do - Being Authentic: Honest, forthright, plain-spoken and integrity-filled - Having Fun: Vibrant, winsome, joyful If you are excited about what you've just read and feel that the Lord has uniquely equipped you for such a role as this, please apply today!

Associate Pastor

Journey Community Church

Camas, WA

$65,000–$75,000

Location: Camas, Washington Employment Type: Full-Time Reports To: Lead Pastor Salary Range: $65,000–$75,000 annually Benefits: Eligible full-time employees receive, paid holidays and PTO, paid sick leave in accordance with Washington State requirements, medical and dental insurance, Retirement plan Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and the church's established compensation practices. About Journey Church Journey Church is a growing, non-denominational church located in Camas, Washington, with approximately 500 people attending Sunday services. As we enter a new season of ministry, we are intentionally restructuring our leadership team and seeking an experienced Associate Pastor who brings vision, initiative, and a passion for developing people. This is an opportunity for a pastor who wants to do more than maintain existing programs. The Associate Pastor will help shape how Journey Church reaches people, makes disciples, equips believers for ministry, and develops volunteer leaders. Our mission is simple: Help people find and follow Jesus by loving them like Jesus. The Associate Pastor will join a collaborative leadership team and serve alongside the Lead Pastor in preaching and teaching, pastoral care, ministry leadership, staff development, discipleship, and organizational leadership. About the Role The Associate Pastor serves as the primary ministry partner to the Lead Pastor in the areas of preaching and teaching, pastoral care, ministry oversight, and organizational leadership. This position provides leadership and support across the church's ministry areas, develops and equips staff and volunteer leaders, and helps ensure that ministries work together effectively to fulfill the church's mission and make disciples of Jesus Christ.The Associate Pastor also serves as the acting pastoral leader when the Lead Pastor is unavailable. This is a ministerial/religious position. Spiritual qualifications, including adherence to Journey Church's Statement of Faith and the biblical qualifications for pastoral leadership, are bona fide requirements of the position. Spiritual Qualifications The successful candidate will: - Meet the biblical qualifications for an elder/pastor described in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9, as understood and applied by Journey Church. - Demonstrate a mature Christian faith and a pattern of ongoing spiritual growth consistent with Journey Church's Statement of Faith. - Agree with and support the church's Statement of Faith, mission, values, governing documents, and doctrinal commitments. - Model a Christ-like lifestyle characterized by integrity, humility, servant leadership, spiritual maturity, and conduct consistent with the church's biblical standards. - Demonstrate a genuine commitment to discipleship, evangelism, pastoral care, and ministry to the congregation and broader community. Leadership & Personal Competencies The successful candidate will demonstrate: - Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. - The ability to build and maintain healthy relationships with staff, ministry leaders, volunteers, congregants, and community members. - Sound judgment, wisdom, and discernment in pastoral care, leadership, and decision-making. - Initiative, dependability, accountability, and follow-through. - The ability to equip, develop, encourage, and mobilize individuals and ministry teams. - Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential pastoral, personnel, financial, and organizational information. - A collaborative leadership style and the ability to work effectively with staff, elders, ministry leaders, and volunteers. - Responsible stewardship and accountability in the use of church resources. - A commitment to excellence, continuous improvement, and effective ministry. Qualifications & Experience Required - Bachelor's degree in Biblical Studies, Theology, Ministry, Christian Leadership, or a related field, or equivalent ministry experience and demonstrated competency. - At least three years of pastoral ministry experience. - Demonstrated experience providing pastoral care and shepherding individuals and families. - Demonstrated ability to preach and teach Scripture. - Experience recruiting, training, developing, and supervising volunteers. - Experience leading volunteer-based ministries. - Experience developing disciples and emerging leaders. - Strong organizational and administrative skills. - Experience managing conflict and facilitating resolution. - Experience participating in or leading strategic planning and ministry development. Preferred - Experience supervising ministry staff. - Experience serving in an Associate Pastor or comparable pastoral leadership role. - Experience developing small-group or discipleship systems. - Experience leading community outreach and missions initiatives. - Experience working within a growing church environment. Key Responsibilities Pastoral Leadership - Support and advance Journey Church's vision, mission, values, and ministry direction. - Serve as a trusted ministry partner to the Lead Pastor. - Assist in developing and implementing the church's strategic ministry direction. - Provide pastoral leadership and support across the church's ministry areas. - Promote unity, collaboration, and healthy communication among staff, volunteers, ministry leaders, and the congregation. - Serve as the acting pastoral leader when the Lead Pastor is unavailable. Pastoral Care - Collaborate with the Lead Pastor, elders, staff, and ministry volunteers to provide pastoral care to individuals and families. - Develop and maintain appropriate referral relationships for individuals requiring specialized professional or community-based services. - Visit members in hospitals, homes, care facilities, and other appropriate settings. - Officiate weddings, funerals, and memorial services in accordance with church policies and practices. Preaching & Teaching - Serve as the primary substitute preacher when the Lead Pastor is unavailable. - Preach and teach during weekend services approximately 13 Sundays per year. - Assist with sermon planning and teaching-series development. - Teach Bible studies, membership classes, leadership-development programs, discipleship classes, and other educational settings. - Develop and deliver teaching that aligns with Journey Church's Statement of Faith and ministry objectives. Ministry Leadership, Administration & Oversight - Provide leadership, coaching, and support to volunteer ministry leaders across areas such as small groups, men's ministry, women's ministry, missions, local outreach, Sunday morning ministries, prayer ministry, and care ministries. - Provide coaching, accountability, encouragement, and development for ministry staff and volunteer leaders. - Evaluate ministry effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement. - Develop intentional pathways for spiritual growth and discipleship. - Equip members to identify and use their spiritual gifts in ministry. - Develop leadership-training opportunities and mentor emerging leaders. - Provide vision and leadership for the church's small-group ministry. - Oversee local outreach initiatives and mission opportunities. - Encourage congregational involvement in community service and missions. - Promote evangelism and community engagement. - Assist with preparation of annual ministry budgets and provide appropriate oversight of ministry expenses. - Coordinate ministry calendars, events, and cross-ministry communication. - Participate in strategic planning and implementation of ministry priorities. Staff Management & Leadership Development - Directly supervise the Worship Leader, Director of Children's Ministries, and Youth Pastor. - Provide regular supervision, coaching, and performance feedback to direct reports. - Conduct or participate in formal performance evaluations in accordance with church practices. - Foster healthy communication and address ministry and staff conflicts appropriately. - Mentor interns, ministry leaders, and emerging leaders through regular coaching and development. - Perform other duties and responsibilities reasonably related to the position and assigned by the Lead Pastor. - Assist with baptisms, communion, child dedications, and other pastoral ordinances and ministry activities. What Success Looks Like Within this role, success will include: - Ministry leaders who are increasingly equipped, supported, and developed. - Clearer pathways for discipleship and spiritual growth. - Healthy collaboration among staff and volunteer ministry leaders. - Effective development and deployment of volunteer leaders. - Strong pastoral care and follow-up for individuals and families. - Increased alignment and communication across ministry areas. - Effective stewardship of church resources. - Consistent advancement of Journey Church's mission to help people find and follow Jesus by loving them like Jesus. Why Join Journey Church? Journey Church is entering an exciting season of ministry development. We are looking for a pastor who wants to invest deeply in people, develop leaders, strengthen ministry systems, and help create a culture where people are equipped to use their gifts in service to Christ. The Associate Pastor will have a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the church's direction while working closely with the Lead Pastor and broader leadership team.