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Position Description:

Associate Pastor to Families Role Overview The Associate Pastor to Families is a pastoral leadership role responsible for the spiritual formation, safety, and discipleship of children (Birth-5th Grade) and youth (6th-12th Grade). This position is designed for a shepherd-leader who can execute established ministry tracks while building sustainable systems for future growth.

Status:

Part-Time (Initial 15 hours/week)

Trajectory:

Anticipated progression to Full-Time status over the next 24-36 months.

Core Schedule:

Sunday (Morning Services) and Wednesday (Mid-week Programming). Pastoral Qualifications As this is a pastoral office, the candidate must meet the biblical qualifications of an Elder/Overseer as defined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9.

These include:

Character:

Above reproach, temperate, self-controlled, respectable, and hospitable.

Teaching:

Able to teach and defend sound doctrine.

Leadership:

A proven leader who manages his own household well; a lover of good, upright, and holy. Primary Responsibilities 1. Children's Ministry (Birth-5th Grade)

• Oversee the weekly preparation and execution of the established curriculum, ensuring lessons are taught with theological clarity and age-appropriate engagement.
• Serve as the primary resource expert for teachers, handling administrative prep (printing, supplies, digital access) to allow volunteers to focus on relationships.
• Ensure all Sunday morning environments are safe and Gospel-centered, maintaining strict adherence to child protection policies and background checks. 2. Youth Ministry (6th-12th Grade)
• Lead and organize weekly Wednesday night gatherings focused on biblical teaching, worship, and community.
• Recruit, train, and oversee adult volunteers to serve as mentors and small group leaders.
• Plan periodic special events, such as retreats or mission trips, to foster deeper fellowship and service. 3. Family Discipleship & Administration
• Equip and encourage parents to be the primary disciple-makers in their children's lives.
• Manage children and youth ministry budgets and resources effectively.
• Participate in staff meetings and general pastoral duties (prayer, occasional preaching) as directed by the Lead Pastor.
• Additional Responsibilities as directed by the Lead Pastor. Required Skills
• Strong communication skills with both children and adults.
• Organizational self-starter capability.
• Theological alignment with our church's confession of faith.