Associate Pastor Jobs

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.

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.

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.