Associate Pastor Jobs

Discipleship Pastor

FMC Midlothian

Midlothian, TX

Job Description FMC Midlothian is best described as a nondenominational church with strong Wesleyan roots. We are a growing church in an "up and coming" community about 35 minutes away from Dallas and Fort Worth. We worship over 400 on Sunday mornings. We are passionate about serving others, foreign and domestic. This includes outreach and missional opportunities in our community (Food4Kids, care ministries, weekly worship for assisted living residents, community-wide events), in other states (wildfire cleanup) and via Zoe Empowers in Africa. For more information, please visit www.fmcmidlothian.org or call at our office at 972-775-3993 Position Overview The Discipleship Pastor at FMC Midlothian is a fulltime, salaried position responsible for facilitating a discipleship culture by providing strategic and pastoral leadership to the adult ministries of the church. This person should have a heart for helping people take the next step to grow in their faith, connecting people in Christian community, and equipping the church to live out God’s mission in the world. The Discipleship Pastor designs, oversees, and administers spiritual development opportunities by recruiting, training, and empowering leaders to invest in the lives of others. A successful candidate will work closely with the Mission/Outreach Committee to create opportunities for service projects, outreach events, and evangelism. Primary Responsibilities Strategic Pastoral Leadership - Provide strategic leadership and vision for discipleship ministries - Plan, execute, and evaluate all discipleship ministries - Recruit, train, support, and develop volunteers and leaders for discipleship ministries - Create welcoming environments where people can build Christ-centered relationships - Lead a discipleship group. - Create a clear pathway to help people take next steps in their walk with Christ - Work with the Mission/Outreach Committee to create opportunities for service projects, outreach events, and evangelism - Collaborate with pastoral staff to provide a cohesive discipleship plan for the church - Develop the ministry’s annual budget in cooperation with the pastoral staff Relational Ministry - Build Christ-centered relationships that invest in the spiritual lives of the people in the church - Cultivate spiritual community among the congregation, fostering a place where people belong - Pursue the unchurched or spiritually hungry by creating a culture of invitation, connection, and follow up Additional responsibilities - Attend weekly church staff meetings and retreats and work collaboratively with the staff, volunteers, and members - Be available for preaching, teaching, outreach and pastoral care as the need arises - Assists the Senior Pastor as needed in preparing for and leading Worship - Teaches and preaches on a periodic basis as needed. - Perform other duties and tasks as requested or assigned by the Executive Pastor Minimum Qualifications - Education: Bachelor’s degree is required. Seminary degree, enrollment, or vocational ministry calling is preferred - Experience & Skills: Previous experience in full-time ministry with a minimum of 2-4 years of experience leading ministry preferred. - Relationally gifted and able to disciple, mentor, and train staff/volunteers - Strong communication skills - Administrative and strategic leadership ability - Salary depends on education & ministry leadership experience.

Bailey Bridge Campus Pastor

Cloverhill Church

Midlothian, VA

$85,000

The Bailey Bridge Campus Pastor provides pastoral leadership, staff oversight, and strategic direction for the Bailey Bridge Campus of Cloverhill Church under the direct leadership of the Lead Pastor. This role carries the mission, vision, and culture of Cloverhill Church at the campus level by leading assigned staff, providing pastoral care, and developing staff and volunteer leaders. The Campus Pastor partners closely with ministry teams to keep campus ministry aligned, healthy, and effective, and is available to preach or teach when needed. The Campus Pastor also serves on Cloverhill Church's Executive Team, contributing to church-wide strategy and leadership. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Campus & Staff Leadership - Serve as a member of Cloverhill Church's Executive Team, contributing to church-wide strategy, decision-making, and leadership alignment. - Support the church's preaching and teaching ministry as needed while remaining primarily focused on campus leadership, staff oversight, pastoral care, and ministry execution. - Champion the mission, vision, values, culture, and ministry priorities of Cloverhill Church at the Bailey Bridge Campus. - Provide visible pastoral leadership during weekend services, campus events, prayer gatherings, and key ministry moments. - Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, accountability, and direction for assigned campus staff, ensuring clear priorities, healthy communication, effective collaboration, and consistent follow-through. - Lead and develop Guest Experience Team Leads, empowering them to recruit, train, and care for volunteers across all guest-facing teams. - Address significant volunteer concerns or conflicts and support issues that extend beyond a Team Lead's authority. Engagement Pathway & First-Time Guests - Oversee the engagement pathway, helping guests and church partners identify clear next steps in their spiritual journey. - Ensure First-Time Guests receive a personal welcome, helpful orientation, staff connection, appropriate gift, and clear invitation to Connect 101. - Ensure timely, personal follow-up with First-Time Guests each week. - Oversee Dream Team Interest workflows, connecting individuals to the right ministry and ensuring successful onboarding. - Follow up with individuals who indicate they have given their life to Jesus and provide appropriate next-step resources. Connect, Water Baptism & Pastoral Care - Plan and teach Connect classes, overseeing class logistics and tracking graduate progress. - Coordinate Connect Graduations and celebrate graduate milestones. - Oversee the Water Baptism process from initial conversation through service-day coordination and follow-up. - Manage Planning Center workflows for Pastoral Care, Water Baptism, and Dream Team Interest, ensuring requests are assigned, monitored, and completed in a timely manner. - Assess pastoral-care requests with wisdom, notify the appropriate pastor or staff member, and ensure individuals and families receive compassionate follow-through. Sunday & Campus Operations - Oversee Sunday readiness and assigned campus staff, from building setup and volunteer positioning through hospitality, service flow, and teardown. - Serve as the primary point of contact for midweek campus logistics, helping guests navigate the campus and troubleshooting operational needs. Administration, Metrics & Ministry Support - Record and maintain accurate weekly metrics for service attendance, First-Time Guests, Water Baptisms, Connect attendance, and Connect graduate progress. - Maintain campus calendars, registrations, workflows, volunteer schedules, and related Planning Center information. - Coordinate hospitality support for services and church-wide events. - Stay aware of the annual church calendar and proactively identify Guest Experience, volunteer, supply, hospitality, and operational needs. - Partner with the Executive Pastorand ministry leaders to communicate campus needs, solve problems, and execute church-wide priorities with excellence. - Assist with large church-wide events and the Summer Internship Program as requested. QUALIFICATIONS - A growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a demonstrated commitment to prayer and Scripture. - Alignment with Cloverhill Church's mission, vision, values, beliefs, and leadership. - Ability and willingness to preach or teach when requested, communicating biblical truth with clarity, theological integrity, and pastoral sensitivity. - A pastoral heart for people and a genuine desire to help individuals grow spiritually and relationally. - Proven ability to lead, develop, and care for both staff and volunteer leaders. - Strong written and verbal communication, organization, follow-through, and relational skills. - Ability to manage multiple workflows, volunteer teams, events, supplies, and operational priorities with consistency. - Experience with Planning Center or similar church-management systems preferred. - Sound judgment, emotional maturity, discretion, and the ability to navigate sensitive situations with wisdom. - A positive, enjoyable, loyal, and servant-hearted approach to ministry. - Relevant ministry education and/or demonstrated church leadership experience preferred.

Associate Pastor of Family Ministries

Troy Christian Chapel

Troy, MI

$50,000 - $65,000

Associate Pastor of Family Ministries Troy Christian Chapel • Troy, Michigan Position Summary The Associate Pastor of Family Ministries provides Christ-centered pastoral leadership, primarily focused on the discipleship of children, youth, young adults, and their families. This role strengthens the long-term spiritual health of Troy Christian Chapel by equipping parents as primary disciple-makers, building healthy volunteer teams, and ensuring all family ministries are biblically faithful, developmentally appropriate, and aligned with TCC's mission and values. The Associate Pastor role includes pastoral responsibilities beyond family ministries. This includes occasional preaching, teaching, pastoral care, and involvement in the church's leadership structures. Primary Responsibilities Family Ministries Leadership (Pre-K through Young Adults) - Provide vision, direction, and pastoral leadership for Children’s Ministry, Youth Ministry, and Young Adult Ministry. - Ensure all programming is Christ-centered, biblically faithful, interdenominational in tone, and developmentally appropriate. - Oversee curriculum selection and implementation under the direction of the Senior Pastor. - Recruit, train, encourage, and support volunteers. - Maintain and enforce safety protocols and child-protection policies. - Communicate regularly with parents and support them as primary disciple-makers. - Plan and oversee family-ministry events, retreats, and outreach opportunities. - Teach and communicate the gospel clearly and effectively to children and youth. - Educate young people with the Word of God for salvation, discipleship, and growth in Holiness. - Train leaders and teachers to effectively educate young people with the Word of God for salvation, discipleship, and growth in Holiness. Pastoral Ministry - Preach as assigned and provide pulpit supply during the Senior Pastor’s absence. - Teach adult Sunday School or midweek classes as assigned. - Provide pastoral care as assigned, including hospital and homebound visitation, crisis care, and non-clinical pastoral counseling. - Assist in worship services, including Scripture reading, prayer, communion, baptisms, dedications, weddings, and funerals. - Support churchwide discipleship initiatives and congregational gatherings. Ministry Coordination & Leadership Development - Supervise assigned lay-led ministries, including but not limited to family ministries. - Support volunteer leaders with clarity, encouragement, and accountability. - Help coordinate churchwide events. - Strengthen alignment with TCC’s mission and values. - Work collaboratively with ministry leaders to ensure communication and unity. Governance & Staff Collaboration - Serve on the Pastors’ Board. - Serve on the Joint Pastors & Trustees Committee. - Align family ministries with the churchwide vision. - Maintain healthy communication and partnership with the Senior Pastor and staff. Facilities, Safety, and Compliance - Coordinate with Trustees/Facilities Coordinator regarding ministry-related facility needs. - Participate in Spring and Fall Workdays in a pastoral/supportive capacity. - Ensure that Family Ministries environments meet safety and compliance standards. Other Duties - Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned by the Senior Pastor in accordance with the Bylaws and the needs of the congregation. Reporting Structure - Reports to: Senior Pastor - Serves on: Pastors’ Board - Works closely with: Deacon Board, Trustees Board, ministry leaders, and volunteer teams. - Supervises: Family-ministry volunteers and teams Qualifications Because TCC values long-term pastoral partnership, we are committed to walking with, training, and supporting the Associate Pastor as he grows in ministry. We will stand by him, disciple and invest in him, and help him flourish as he remains faithful to Christ, His church, and the commitments outlined below. - The candidate must be a passionate follower of Christ. His relationship with the Savior must be apparent and unmistakable in his life, leaving no question as to the genuineness and effectiveness of his faith. If married, his spouse must likewise demonstrate a relationship with Christ that defines her identity and directs her life. - The candidate and his wife must be actively seeking continual transformation in Christ, cultivating a life shaped by prayer, Scripture, worship, accountability, discipleship, service, and obedience. - The candidate and his wife must be committed to God’s calling in their lives. - The candidate and his wife must feel called to ministry to young people and their families. - The candidate and his wife must embrace accountability and seek to be mentored and discipled. They must willingly receive correction for the sake of Godliness and the building of the Kingdom. - The candidate must be wholly committed to Christ and His Kingdom, demonstrating the heart of Christ by desiring the salvation of the lost and earnestly sharing the gospel both within and beyond formal ministry. - The candidate must reject all worldly allegiances that rival loyalty to Christ and must model a life governed by Scripture rather than by cultural, ideological, or political identities - The candidate must maintain a holy and Christlike public witness, including in his social-media presence. - The candidate must demonstrate maturity and relational wisdom. - The candidate must demonstrate a servant’s heart, desiring to serve the body wherever there is a need and opportunity. - The Candidate must show humility, a cooperative spirit, and a willingness to submit to the leadership of the Church. - The candidate must show a shepherd’s heart toward children, youth, parents, and volunteers, and the ability to harmonize with TCC’s overall ministry culture and direction. - The candidate must meet the qualifications for ministers as outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9: above reproach, faithful in marriage, self-controlled, sober-minded, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, gentle rather than violent, not quarrelsome, not a lover of money, managing his household well, and having a good reputation with outsiders. Scripture also requires that a minister not be arrogant or quick-tempered but instead be disciplined, upright, holy, and firmly committed to the trustworthy Word, so that he may encourage others by sound doctrine and refute those who oppose it. - The candidate must demonstrate a genuine desire to grow in life and ministry under the authority of the Holy Spirit and the Word of God, and in accountability to the Senior Pastor and the Trustees. Theological Qualifications - The candidate must affirm and uphold the Statement of Faith of Troy Christian Chapel. [(https://troychapel.org/our-faith/](https://troychapel.org/our-faith/) - Troy Christian Chapel is an interdenominational fellowship centered on Jesus Christ and governed by the authority of Scripture, committed to unity among believers from diverse Christian traditions while avoiding sectarian or denominational partisanship. The candidate must affirm and uphold this identity in doctrine, practice, and ministry. - The candidate must embrace contextual hermeneutical practices, recognizing that Scripture must be interpreted in its own literary, historical, and canonical context and not subjected to the eisegesis that comes from reading it through a denominational systematic, cultural pressure, or emotional appeal. Professional Qualifications - The candidate should ideally have experience in children’s, youth, or family ministry (paid or volunteer), leading or training volunteers, teaching in church settings, pastoral care and visitation, and coordinating ministry programs or events. Experience across multiple age groups is preferred. - A bachelor’s degree in biblical education or Christian ministry is required. - The candidate must be an ordained Christian minister or willing to undergo the process of ordination in accordance with TCC bylaws. - The candidate should demonstrate, or be willing to grow in, organizational skills, clear communication, volunteer recruitment and support, and the ability to plan, coordinate, and sustain regular programming and events. If interested, please reply via churchstaffing, complete the questions at this link. [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qR7p56khFWC8mBPh9auFRZeDQJBpbUlzF_yQYDmnOPk/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qR7p56khFWC8mBPh9auFRZeDQJBpbUlzF_yQYDmnOPk/edit?usp=sharing) Send completed questions to briantorres@troychapel.org

Campus Pastor

Charter Oak Church

Greensburg, PA

Charter Oak Church is seeking to hire a Campus Pastor at our Jeannette Campus, a thriving campus located in the heart of Jeannette, PA. The Campus Pastor provides pastoral, operational, and leadership oversight for a specific Charter Oak Church campus by executing the church’s vision, leading the local congregation, and ensuring effective ministry, care, and engagement within their campus. This role champions the mission and culture of Charter Oak Church while contextualizing ministry to their local community. Key Responsibilities 1.Modeling Biblical Priorities Is responsible for upholding Biblical priorities and Essentials Beliefs of Charter Oak Church. The Campus Pastor should represent a growing personal relationship with Jesus, model a strong relationship with his or her spouse (if married) and children (if applicable), strive to fulfill his or her purpose in life and ministry while demonstrating integrity in words, relationships, and actions. These objectives are accomplished by: - Commit to daily prayer, Bible study, and weekly corporate worship. - Participate in a small group on a regular basis. - Be a disciple maker by investing and loving unchurched neighbors. - Give generously to the work of God at Charter Oak Church. - Join a team that seeks to alleviate poverty locally, nationally, or internationally. - Set appropriate boundaries to protect character and integrity. - Adhere to the qualities and characteristics required of Charter Oak Church employees, as defined by the Staff Handbook. 2.Campus Leadership and Vision Execution Ensure the vision, mission, and culture of Charter Oak Church are effectively carried out at the campus level by leading the congregation, aligning ministries and teams, and executing church-wide direction within the local context. - Champion and implement the vision, mission, convictions, and strategic direction of Charter Oak Church at the campus level - Translate church-wide vision into effective local ministry execution - Ensure alignment with the Core while contextualizing for the campus - Lead campus-level planning and ministry initiatives - Manage campus budget 3.Pastoral Leadership and Care Cultivate a congregation that is spiritually cared for, connected, and shepherded by providing pastoral leadership, fostering relational engagement, and overseeing effective care and discipleship systems at the campus level. - Serve as the primary shepherd of the campus congregation - Oversee pastoral care, counseling, crisis response, and member support - Ensure systems are in place for care, follow-up, and spiritual growth - Be visible, accessible, and relationally engaged within the campus community 4.Staff and Volunteer Leadership Build and lead healthy, aligned, and empowered staff and volunteer teams by developing leaders, fostering accountability, and creating a culture that advances the mission and convictions of Charter Oak Church at the campus level. - Lead, develop, and care for campus staff and key volunteer leaders - Build healthy teams aligned with church culture and staff values - Recruit, train, and empower volunteers for ministry effectiveness - Provide regular coaching, feedback, and accountability 5.Culture Champion Cultivate and reinforce a healthy, unified campus culture by modeling the convictions of Charter Oak Church, fostering relational health, and ensuring alignment with the mission and culture of the broader church. - Model and reinforce the culture and convictions of Charter Oak Church - Ensure consistency of culture while expressing it authentically in the local context - Address cultural or relational issues within the campus - Foster unity with the broader church 6.Weekend Experience and Ministry Execution Ensure the campus delivers a consistent, engaging, and mission-aligned ministry experience by leading effective weekend services, coordinating ministry execution, and fostering excellence across all campus environments. - Ensure excellence in the weekend experience and all campus ministries - Oversee service flow, environment, and execution - Partner with central teams (worship, production, kids, etc.) for alignment and quality - Support and reinforce the teaching direction of the Lead Pastor - Host and support the Lead Pastor during campus visits, while maintaining primary responsibility for the leadership and care of the campus. 7.Teaching and Communication Ensure the campus maintains a strong and aligned teaching culture by delivering effective communication, developing communicators, and reinforcing the theological and directional priorities of Charter Oak Church. - Serve as a primary communicator at the campus, as part of the campus teaching team - Deliver biblically aligned, high-quality messages consistent with the church’s teaching direction - Collaborate with the Lead Pastor on teaching alignment, preparation, and development - Identify and develop local communicators (including volunteers where applicable) - Ensure all campus communicators align with church theology, culture, and communication standards - Identify, develop, and deploy campus-level communicators in alignment with church-wide teaching standards 8.Leadership Relationship and Alignment Cultivate strong alignment and collaboration between the campus and the broader church by supporting the vision, direction, and leadership of Charter Oak Church while contributing to unified decision-making and ministry execution across all campuses. - Reports to and is led by the Lead Pastor - Operates with high alignment to central vision, teaching, and culture - Collaborates with other Campus Pastors, Central Team and Expansion Team leaders - Participates in church-wide leadership meetings and initiatives Please submit your resume and letter of interest to [Kristi Fellers](mailto:kfellers@charteroak.church), Executive Assistant to the Lead Pastor. Visit our [website](https://www.charteroak.church/) for more information about Charter Oak Church.

Associate Pastor of Discipleship

First Baptist Church of Avoca

Avoca, NY

$40,000

Job Type: Can Be Part Time or Full Time Church Size: 150+/- First Baptist Church of Avoca is seeking a humble, godly, faithful, spiritually mature man who possesses the gifts and skills needed to shepherd and grow the church, especially through evangelism, teaching, and discipling. Primary tasks will include discipleship and generally providing pastoral care in harmony with the senior pastor. Qualifications: An associate pastor must meet the qualifications as defined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9 and embody the heart of a shepherd as described in 1 Peter 5:1-4. Calling: Desires to serve as an associate pastor of First Baptist Church of Avoca motivated by love for Christ. Character: Lives with integrity as a mature follower of Christ in his attitude, conduct, and obedience to Scripture. Competence: Possesses spiritual gifts and abilities—to communicate God’s Word, to effectively share the gospel, and to equip believers—that are affirmed by other believers. Consistency: Exhibits faithfulness to God’s Word and to his church by serving as a trustworthy and hardworking servant leader who represents Christ well. Responsibilities and Duties: Prayer: Pray for the spiritual growth of members and families of the church, for consistent and clear sharing of the gospel, and for exaltation of Christ in and through First Baptist Avoca. Planning: Plan and provide for groups that pray together, teach the Word, encourage one another, and train as obedient followers of Christ (e.g., men’s and women’s ministries, evangelistic and discipleship small group Bible studies). Leader Development: Identify, mentor, and equip leaders to make disciples and fulfill the ministry of the church (leading small groups, teaching Sunday school, extending gospel outreach). Teaching: Faithfully teach the Bible, facilitate Bible studies, and periodically preach on Sunday mornings. Pastoral Care: Provide pastoral care and spiritual counsel for individuals to grow in Christ. Evaluation: Review and evaluate discipleship ministries for Biblical faithfulness and practical effectiveness. Administration: Assist with general administrative functions of the church which include evangelism and discipleship ministries. Collaboration: Coordinate with the senior pastor, the Leadership Council, and ministry leaders to extend and deepen the disciple-making mission of the church. Compensation: Salary: range based on education and experience Benefits For Full Time Position

Associate Pastor

Greenville Community Church

Greenville, MI

Who We Are Greenville Community Church is a multi campus church located in Greenville Michigan with a passion to help as many people as possible experience God, Freedom, and Life. Our primary campus serves over 500 people weekly and our Crystal Campus continues to grow as we seek to make a lasting impact in Montcalm County and beyond. We are looking for a high capacity leader who can shepherd people, preach Gods Word, build teams, and help strengthen the overall leadership of the church. Position Summary This role will serve as the primary pastoral leader of our Crystal Campus, located in Crystal Michigan while also partnering with the Senior Pastor to help lead the staff, support ministry execution, assist with budgeting and stewardship, and strengthen pastoral care across both campuses. This is an ideal role for someone who loves both people and leadership Primary Responsibilities 1. Crystal Campus Leadership - Serve as the visible leader and shepherd of the Crystal Campus - Lead Sunday services and campus experience - Regular Sunday preaching - Build volunteer teams - Lead local outreach and community engagement - Help grow attendance, discipleship and spiritual health 2. Preaching and Teaching - Preach Biblically sound and engaging sermons - Teaching various environments (Sunday services, classes, leadership settings) - Support teaching team ministry at both campuses when needed - Participate in teaching team meetings 3. Staff Leadership and Team Development - Help lead and coach the ministry staff - Assist with staff meetings, accountability, and execution - Develop younger leaders and volunteers - Strengthen communication and collaboration between campuses 4. Budget and Operational Support - Help oversee campus ministry budget - Participate in annual budget planning conversations - Ensure campus resources used wisely - Help improve stewardship and giving systems 5. Pastoral Care Across Both Campuses - Hospital visits - Counseling and care support - Weddings and funerals - Prayer ministry - Member care and shepherding Who We Are Looking For Loving Shepherd - Genuinely loves people and cares for the congregation Experienced Leader - Proven pastoral leadership who can lead teams and build momentum Down to Earth Presence - Approachable, humble, and naturally connects with people Strong Communicator - Preaches and teaches Gods word clearly and practically Creative Missional Builder - Thinks creatively about reaching the community for Christ Why This Role Matters Crystal is a spiritually open community where many believe in God but are not actively connected to a church. This creates a meaningful opportunity for a pastor who wants to build relationships, disciple people, and make a visible difference. Staff Values and Ethics: - Prioritize God - Setting aside time each day to make Jesus first by prioritizing a growing spiritual life. Have Fun - If we aren’t having appropriate fun, we aren’t doing our job correctly. We Are Servants - Jesus set a high standard for his followers. We are called to serve not be served. Growth Mindset - We believe in a God of abundance and plenty. Don’t put limits on a limitless God. We Are Vulnerable - Open, honest and transparent communication is the quickest way to trust. Qualifications & Experience - Five plus years of pastoral leadership experience required - Proven ability to lead teams. - Demonstrated preaching and teaching - Multi Campus Experience preferred Compensation and Benefits - We are committed to caring well for our staff and providing a compensation package that reflects both the responsibility of this role and the cost of living in our region. - Salary is Commensurate with Experience Benefits include - Health Insurance - Vision and Dental - 12% Retirement Contribution - Paid Vacation - Paid Sick Time - Cell Phone Reimbursement - Relocation assistance if needed