Community Pastor Position Available In Benton, Arkansas

Community Pastor
New Heights Church
Bentonville, Arkansas, United States

Date Posted:

06/09/2025

Categories:

Associate Pastor

• Discipleship/Groups Pastor
• Men’s Pastor
• Pastoral (Other)
• Pastoral Care Pastor

Denominations:

Church Size:

751 to 1000

Job Type:

Full-Time

Employee Workplace:

On-site Job Description:

Online NHB Community Pastor•

Role Description Role Description:

Community Pastor Hours:

Full-time, with flexibility for evening and weekend responsibilities typical in ministry s to:

Executive Pastor Compensation:

Competitive based on experience and qualifications Job Purpose Themunity pastor leads and cultivates the core ministry ofmunity life at New Heights Bentonville. Community groups are the primary context for living out the “one another”mands of the New Testament—through care, studying the Word, and serving together. This role exists to strengthen and expand NHB’s network of adultmunity groups, shepherd group leaders, build systems of care, and lead assimilation efforts. Themunity pastor is both a relational shepherd and a strategic leader who develops leaders, scales systems, and fosters connection across the body. Key Responsibilities Community Group Leadership Lead the vision and direction formunity groups ministry
Provide pastoral oversight for all adultmunity groups
Equip and shepherd volunteer “shepherd leaders” who support group leaders
Ensure groups are healthy, multiplying, and rooted in Gospel-centered discipleship Assimilation and Connection Oversee the assimilation process for new attendees, helping them find meaningful connection.
Collaborate with staff and volunteers to remove barriers tomunity involvement.
Track engagement and identify gaps to improve connection points. Leader Development Recruit, train, and support group leaders and shepherd leaders
Host regular trainings and relational gatherings for ongoing development
Model pastoral care and relational pursuit across all levels of leadership Strategic Oversight Build scalable systems to track group participation, leader health, and ministry growth.
Partner with staff to align groups with the broader vision and rhythms of NHB
Launch new groups and implement strategies to connect the disconnected Communication and Teaching Clearlymunicate the value and vision ofmunity to the church body
Occasionally preach or teach in large or small group settings as needed
Represent the voice ofmunity groups in staff and leadership discussions

Key Strengths Required Relational Pursuit:

A shepherd’s heart with the ability to pursue, connect, and care for people

Leadership Development:

Experience equipping leaders and creating a leadership pipeline

Administrative Skill:

Organized, systems-minded, and attentive to detail

Teaching and Communication:

Clear andpellingmunicator in both relational and public settings

Strategic Thinking:

Ability to see the big picture while executing practical next steps

Gospel-Centered:

Models and ministers the Gospel with humility and conviction

Team Player:

Collaborative and aligned with NHB’s values and vision Qualifications 5+ years of ministry experience in a church or discipleship-focused environment
Seminary degree preferred (M.Div. or equivalent)
Strong theological alignment with New Heights Bentonville
Demonstrated success in growing and sustaining a healthymunity groups ministry
Proven experience recruiting and developing leaders How to online: nhbentonville/jobs Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

New Heights Bentonville Staff Values:

1. Trust

• “We are trustworthy people and work to build trust with each other.” 2. Honor
• “We serve, respect, and defend one another. We pursue each other in healthy conflict.” 3. Clarity
• “We overmunicate and strive for clarity in all interactions.” 4. Grit
• “We work hard, take ownership, and don’t shy away from taking faith-filled risks.” 5. Growth
• “We pursue excellence and seek every opportunity to grow.

We are open to input from others.”