Ministry Jobs in Illinois

Associate Pastor

First Baptist Church Of Newton

Newton, IL

Associate Pastor – FBC Newton “Entrusting the Gospel. Growing the Kingdom. Loving People.” (2 Timothy 2:2) First Baptist Church of Newton is prayerfully seeking a vibrant, Christ-centered Associate Pastor to join us in God’s work of knowing Him, showing His Gospel, and growing His Kingdom. This is not simply a position—it is an invitation into a calling, a community, and a shared vision for generations. We are a small-town church with a big heart for Jesus, rooted in Scripture, shaped by prayer, and committed to seeing lives transformed by the power of the Gospel. We are looking for a man who senses God’s call not only to ministry, but to people—to walk with them, disciple them, and point them to Christ in every season of life. Who We’re Looking For We are prayerfully seeking a pastor who: - Loves Jesus deeply and lives a life that reflects that love - Is passionate about helping others come to know and follow Christ - Respects and honors the doctrine, heritage, and customs of the local church - Desires to grow as a pastor, leader, spouse, and servant - Is just as comfortable in a hospital room or living room as behind a pulpit This role is ideal for a pastor who wants to plant roots, grow alongside a Lead Pastor, and invest in a church family that will walk with him for the long haul. The Role The Associate Pastor serves alongside the Lead Pastor to help shepherd the congregation, equip believers, and strengthen the ministry of the church. This position plays a key role in teaching, discipleship, pastoral care, and leadership, always with the goal of glorifying Christ and advancing His Kingdom. Responsibilities include: - Participating in worship services, preaching, and church ordinances - Preaching from the pulpit at least five times per year - Assisting with weddings, funerals, and special services - Helping develop and implement discipleship efforts for all ages - Building a culture where spiritual growth is encouraged and celebrated Pastoral Care & Community Life The Associate Pastor will: - Provide visitation, prayer, and pastoral counseling - Build meaningful relationships throughout the church and community - Be visible, approachable, and present in the life of the congregation - Encourage unity, compassion, and mutual care Leadership & Teamwork This pastor will: - Serve joyfully alongside church staff and leadership - Participate in church board and ministry meetings - Equip and support volunteers and ministry leaders - Communicate faithfully with the Lead Pastor - Serve with flexibility and a servant’s heart Areas of Ministry Based on gifting and calling, this role may focus in areas such as: - Discipleship - Worship - Youth and student ministry - Outreach and community engagement We value calling and fit over rigid job boxes. Education & Experience - Formal ministry education is strongly valued - Ministry and real-world life experience are both considered assets - References and background checks will be required Compensation & Support We believe in caring well for those who serve the church. The compensation package includes: - A respectful salary and benefits designed to support a young family - A three-bedroom, two-bath home provided as part of compensation - A supportive church family that desires to invest in your future Why FBC Newton? - A close-knit community where your family is known and prayed for - The opportunity to grow under the mentorship of a young Lead Pastor - A church that believes the Gospel still changes lives - A place where you can serve, grow, and make a lasting impact If God is stirring your heart toward faithful service, relational ministry, and Gospel-centered impact, we would love to begin a conversation with you.

Youth Pastor

Harvest Chapel

Sandwich, IL

*Are you passionate about students discovering Jesus in an authentic community? Do you thrive in a collaborative, high‑growth environment with room to innovate? Could you lead a vibrant ministry of 100+ students into deeper faith? If “yes,” we can’t wait to meet you!* Why Harvest Chapel? Harvest Chapel is a growing, multi-generational Assemblies of God congregation in Sandwich, IL (just 45 minutes west of Chicago), with over 2,000 people in Sunday worship. We’re committed to being a life-giving church where we reach the lost, revive the found, build the house, change the world. Our staff culture is healthy, collaborative, and growth-oriented. The Opportunity As our full-time Youth Pastor, you’ll lead ministry for students in grades 6–12. You’ll step into an established, energetic youth community—Wednesday night gatherings (100-150 students), engaging small groups, and a dynamic team of over 40 committed volunteer leaders. Reporting to the Next Gen Pastor, you'll be a key partner in Harvest Chapel’s discipleship vision—helping students live fully devoted to Christ. Your Impact - Lead weekly gatherings: Oversee Wednesday night worship, Gospel-centered teaching, and consistent fun events that are relevant and engaging - Teach and disciple: Preach God’s Word and facilitate small-group discussions - Build teams: Recruit, train, and care for volunteer leaders who passionately invest in students - Connect families: Partner with parents and staff to support holistic discipleship across home and ministry - Create experiences: Plan retreats, camps, outreach events, and leadership training that shape identity and purpose - Foster culture: Cultivate a welcoming environment where students feel known, valued, and empowered no matter their background - Engage community: Build relationships with local schools and other ministry partners as we change the world together What You Bring - Previous youth ministry experience with a track record of ministry growth - Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in ministry, theology, or related field - Commit to Assemblies of God doctrine and theological alignment - Proven ability to lead a student ministry of 75+ and cultivate volunteer / family engagement - Strong relational influence, excellent on-stage communicator, leader of leaders, administrative competence, and a humble, teachable spirit What You’ll Love - Team unity: Join a healthy, collaborative staff where everyone supports each other and wants God's best - Next-gen mission: We genuinely believe in and invest in the next generation at Harvest - Leadership development: We care about your personal, spiritual, and professional growth and are here to guide and support you in your leadership - Creative freedom: Room to innovate, expand, and shape next-generation impact - Local impact: Small-town/rural setting, but easy access to suburban/urban opportunities (only about 45 minutes to Chicago suburbs) Ready to Make an Impact? If you’re excited to guide students into a deeper relationship with Jesus—and lead alongside a thriving team—let’s talk. Apply now and take the next step in your calling! We look forward to exploring how God might use you here at Harvest Chapel! Please email your resume to jason@harvestchapel.net

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

Columbus Road Church

Quincy, IL

$50,000 - $72,000

Position Overview The Associate Pastor shall serve alongside the Lead Pastor in fulfilling the mission of Columbus Road Baptist Church. This role includes leadership in discipleship, administration, and pastoral care, with a strong emphasis on developing and equipping members for active ministry. The Associate Pastor must be a team player who actively supports and strengthens the overall ministry of the church. Organizational Duties - Attend staff meetings - Assist in the organization and administration of church ministries, including: - Outreach - Greeters / Onboarding - Adult Discipleship - Care Ministries - Provide training and development opportunities for ministry leaders - Collaborate with staff, deacons, and volunteers as a team player - Help oversee and support student, children, and youth ministries - Equip and train members to serve effectively in ministry Reporting Structure: The Associate Pastor shall serve the church and report to the Lead Pastor and the Deacon Board. Administrative Duties - Respond to correspondence as required - Operate in accordance with the church Constitution and Bylaws - Administer special projects, ensuring they remain on time and within budget - Monitor the church budget and ensure expenditures are properly categorized - Review monthly expenditures and identify areas needing attention - Perform additional administrative duties as assigned by the Lead Pastor Spiritual Duties - Provide vision and spiritual guidance for the church - Equip members for service to the Lord - Train and develop members for ministry involvement - Encourage and mobilize members into faithful service - Provide biblical counseling to church members - Meet with new members as needed - Prepare sermons and lessons as requested - Conduct baptisms and church services (Sunday, Wednesday, and special services) as requested - Maintain a faithful personal walk with the Lord and uphold Biblical standards in life and ministry - Refrain from participation in organizations not aligned with the church’s Biblical beliefs Qualifications & Expectations - A clear testimony of salvation and a calling to ministry - Agreement with the doctrinal position of Columbus Road Baptist Church - Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills - Proven ability to work effectively as a team player - Experience (preferred 4–5 years pastoral experience) - Demonstrated ability to equip and train members for ministry service [Click here](https://faithconnector.s3.amazonaws.com/1567/files/associate_pastor_job_description_and_questionnaire.pdf) for more information.