Ministry Jobs in Massachusetts

Associate Pastor of Next Gen (7-12 Grade)

Quaboag Church

Brookfield, MA

$80,000

Associate Pastor of Next Gen (7-12 Grade) Quaboag Church Position Type Full-Time (40–45 Hours Per Week) Compensation & Benefits Total Compensation Package: Commensurate with education and experience Benefits Include: - Health insurance coverage - Pension contribution - Cell phone and mileage reimbursement - Relational ministry budget for discipleship and leader development - Personal professional development budget - One week annually for conferences and leadership development - Paid PTO and vacation - Relocation assistance available and discussed during the interview process About Quaboag Church Located in Central Massachusetts, we are a growing church passionate about reaching people far from God and helping believers take their next step with Jesus. Over the past several years, God has blessed our church with consistent growth, increasing community impact, and a culture of leadership development. Throughout the week, more than 450 people participate in the life of Quaboag Church. This includes over 300 adults and around 150 children and students. More than half of our church family serves in some ministry capacity, and last year we baptized approximately 10% of our average attendance. We believe church growth is not about transferring church members but about seeing people genuinely transformed by the Gospel. As we prepare to build a new sanctuary and expand our ministry footprint in central Massachusetts, we are seeking a leader who is eager to help shape the future of a growing church through multiplication. This is a leadership and growth role, not a maintenance role. If you are passionate about reaching people far from God, developing leaders, empowering volunteers, and building ministries that make a lasting impact, we would love to talk with you. Position Summary The Associate Pastor of Next Gen will provide visionary leadership to Student Ministry (Grades 7–12), identify and develop future leaders, continue building meaningful relationships with area schools, and design and implement a thriving ministry for parents and guardians. The ideal candidate is a gifted leader, communicator, team builder, and disciple maker who is passionate about raising up the next generation and developing leaders who can help carry ministry into the future. Primary Responsibilities Student Ministry Leadership - Provide vision and leadership for all student ministries, grades 7–12. - Build a robust ministry for parents to help them disciple their children. - Develop repeatable and engaging weekly student gatherings. - Develop and implement a long-term, measurable discipleship strategy for students. - Create a pipeline for students to serve, lead, and engage in the wider church. - Recruit, train, coach, and care for volunteer leaders who not only help carry the ministry load but also raise up new leaders. - Plan and oversee retreats, camps, mission opportunities, and events. Overall Leadership Development - Identify and invest in emerging leaders. - Build healthy ministry teams rather than carrying ministry alone. - Create leadership pipelines that help volunteers grow into greater responsibility. - Foster a culture of ownership, empowerment, and multiplication. Pastoral Leadership - Participate as a member of the pastoral staff team. - Contribute to church-wide planning and leadership initiatives. - Assist with pastoral care responsibilities and preaching as needed. - Participate in community outreach and church engagement opportunities. Secondary Responsibilities - These will be added based on gifting and calling. Qualifications Required - Demonstrates a growing and vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ. - Agrees with the doctrine, mission, and values of Quaboag Church. - Proven ability and passion for leading and building teams. - Strong organizational, relational, and communication skills. - Passion for discipling students and parents alike. - Demonstrates emotional maturity, humility, integrity, and teachability. Preferred - Formal biblical or theological training. - Experience serving in a growing church environment. - Experience developing volunteer systems and leadership pipelines. - Willingness to be ordained as a pastor in Venture Church Network. Again, if you are passionate about reaching people far from God, developing leaders, empowering volunteers, and building ministries that make a lasting impact, we would love to talk with you.