Apply Now Report this listing Associate Pastor of Families and Disicpleship Mercy HIll Church Jackson, MO 63755-8097

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Southern Baptist

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SBC Category:

Associate Pastor Church Size:

100

• 250

Salary:

$70,000

• 80,000 Posted on: September 14, 2026

Time Type:

Full Time Apply Now Apply Now Report this listing Mercy Hill Church is seeking a godly, gifted, and ministry-minded Associate Pastor to join our growing church family. We are looking for a man who loves Jesus, loves His church, and desires to help build a Word-based discipleship culture where people know mercy, grow in mercy, and show mercy. This pastor will serve alongside the elders and staff in shepherding the church, developing ministry leaders, strengthening our ministry systems, investing in the next generation, and proclaiming God's Word. This is an exciting opportunity to serve in a growing church in a growing area of Southeast Missouri-a community that offers a great environment for ministry, family, and raising children. The ideal candidate will be a biblically qualified elder, a strong communicator, an organized leader, and a relational shepherd who is eager to serve wherever needed for the health and growth of the church. The responsibilities listed below are samples of the type of help we are looking for. They are not a complete listing that we are expecting from one person. However, there will be multiple areas of responsibility based on gifting, and probably some based on need until we find the right leader to pass those to. Potential Responsibilities Shepherding & Discipleship

• Serve as a pastor and shepherd alongside the Leadership Team of Mercy Hill Church.
• Help cultivate a church-wide culture of biblical discipleship centered on the Word of God.
• Invest personally in the spiritual growth of church members and ministry leaders.
• Help equip the congregation to live as disciples who know mercy, grow in mercy, and show mercy.
• Participate in pastoral care, counseling, visitation, prayer, member care, and other shepherding responsibilities.
• Help identify, develop, and equip emerging leaders within the church.
• Assist with membership processes, assimilation, and helping people become meaningfully connected to the life of the church. Administration & Ministry Leadership
• Provide leadership and organization for the day-to-day ministry operations of the church.
• Develop and maintain effective systems, calendars, communication, and ministry processes.
• Coordinate with staff, ministry leaders, volunteers, and elders to ensure ministries are working together toward the church's mission.
• Help recruit, train, encourage, and oversee ministry volunteers.
• Assist in planning church-wide events, ministry initiatives, and special services.
• Bring clarity, organization, and follow-through to ministry plans and responsibilities.
• Help the church continue to grow in a healthy and sustainable way as God adds people to our congregation. Children's Ministry
• Provide oversight and leadership for the church's children's ministry.
• Work with children's ministry leaders and volunteers to ensure that children are being taught the Bible faithfully and age-appropriately.
• Recruit, equip, and encourage volunteers.
• Help develop a ministry philosophy and strategy that partners with parents in discipling children.
• Ensure that children's ministry environments are safe, welcoming, organized, and centered on the gospel.
• Help create pathways for children and families to grow in their knowledge and love of God's Word. Youth Ministry
• Work directly with the church's youth ministry and students.
• Build meaningful relationships with students and their families.
• Teach and disciple students from a distinctly biblical and gospel-centered perspective.
• Help develop a healthy youth ministry culture centered on Scripture, fellowship, evangelism, and discipleship.
• Recruit, train, and encourage adult volunteers who serve with students.
• Partner with parents in the spiritual development of teenagers.
• Help students understand and apply the gospel to the challenges and opportunities they face in their generation. Preaching & Teaching
• Participate regularly in the preaching ministry of Mercy Hill Church, preaching at least once per quarter and more frequently as opportunities arise.
• Faithfully preach and teach the Bible with clarity, conviction, and gospel-centered application.
• Teach in other ministry settings as needed, including Life Groups, youth ministry, discipleship classes, and church-wide gatherings.
• Work with the other pastors and elders to maintain a consistent commitment to biblical, expository, Christ-centered preaching and teaching. Elder & Staff Team
• Serve as an active member of the Leadership Team team upon appointment and affirmation according to the church's polity and membership process.
• Participate in elder meetings, prayer, strategic planning, and pastoral decision-making.
• Work collaboratively with the Senior Pastor, elders, staff, and ministry leaders.
• Protect the unity of the church and maintain a spirit of humility, cooperation, and servant leadership.
• Model the character, priorities, and mission of Mercy Hill Church in both public ministry and private life.

About Mercy HIll Church:

Mercy Hill Church is a growing congregation with a desire to see the gospel transform individuals, families, and our community.

Our mission is:

Mercy on mission to make Christ known.

Our discipleship vision is:

Know mercy. Grow in mercy. Show mercy. We believe God has given us an exciting opportunity to build a healthy, Word-centered church in a growing area of Southeast Missouri. We are praying for a pastor who will join us in that mission and help us faithfully steward the opportunities God has placed before us. This is a place where you can serve the church, invest in the next generation, build meaningful relationships, and raise a family in a growing community.

Job Qualifications:

The Associate Pastor must demonstrate the character and qualifications of a biblical elder as described in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:6-9. We are looking for a man who:

• Has a reputation consistent with the gospel.
• Is faithful and above reproach in his marriage and family life.
• Is self-controlled, sober-minded, respectable, hospitable, and disciplined.
• Loves what is good and demonstrates wisdom and sound judgment.
• Is not arrogant, quick-tempered, quarrelsome, violent, or controlled by money.
• Is able to teach and faithfully handle the Word of God.
• Holds firmly to sound doctrine, encourage others with biblical truth, and refute what is contrary to it.
• Leads his household well and demonstrates spiritual maturity in his family.
• Has a genuine love for Christ and His church.
• Demonstrates humility, integrity, teachability, and a servant's heart.
• Character is more important than charisma.

Position Information:

Job Title:

Associate Pastor of Families and Disicpleship Time Type:

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Associate Pastor Salary:

$70,000

• 80,000

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Southern Baptist

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Contemporary Church Size:

100

• 250

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Mercy HIll Church Contact Name:

Aaron Campbell Address1: 3757 State Highway 25 Address2:

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