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Reliant

Summit College Residency

Raleigh, NC

... vocational ministry with the good news of Jesus. * To help The Summit Church reach the 116,000 ... Discipling/coaching student leaders you are assigned to * Biweekly coaching of family group leaders

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for bi vocational pastor in the United States is $31.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.44 and $35.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Bi Vocational Pastors often navigate the challenge of balancing the demands of two careers—pastoral ministry and a second job—while maintaining a strong presence in their church and personal life. Time management is crucial, as is clear communication with church leadership, to set realistic expectations and delegate tasks when needed. Many find that cultivating supportive relationships within both workplaces and practicing self-care helps maintain balance. Flexibility and regular planning are key to successfully managing these dual responsibilities and serving their congregation effectively.

What is a bi vocational pastor?

A Bi-Vocational Pastor is a church leader who serves as a pastor while also working a separate job outside the church. This role allows the pastor to financially support themselves while ministering to a congregation, often in smaller churches that may not have the resources to provide a full-time salary. Bi-Vocational Pastors balance their time between preaching, teaching, counseling, and other pastoral duties while maintaining their additional employment. This position requires strong time management, dedication, and a passion for both ministry and their secondary vocation. Many choose this path to serve where they are called without financial strain on the church.

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To thrive as a Bi Vocational Pastor, you need strong pastoral and theological expertise, typically backed by ministry training or ordination, plus proficiency in a second professional field. Familiarity with church management software and standard office tools is often required, along with any certifications related to your secondary vocation. Outstanding organizational skills, adaptability, and the ability to balance multiple priorities set successful candidates apart. These skills enable effective ministry leadership while maintaining excellence in both church and secondary professional responsibilities.

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Campus Pastor - Homer Glen

New Life Community Church

Homer Glen, IL • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Job Summary: The Campus Pastor provides spiritual leadership, pastoral care, and operational oversight for the Home Glen location. The role is responsible for shepherding the congregation, developing leadership, fostering spiritual growth, community outreach, and ensuring alignment with the vision and values of New Life Community Church.

This position does not include regular preaching responsibilities but focuses on relational ministry, discipleship, campus leadership, and community engagement.

Job Duties:

  • Provide spiritual oversight and shepherding for the campus congregation. Maintain a visible and relational presence before and after services.
  • Oversee weekly campus services in collaboration with central teams. Ensure campus alignment with church-wide doctrine, policies, and vision.
  • Ensure excellence in hospitality, production, kids/youth ministry, and guest experience.
  • Offer pastoral counseling, prayer, and care during times of crisis, grief, or major life transitions.
  • Conduct weddings, funerals, baptisms, child dedications, and hospital visits as appropriate.
  • Develop and oversee systems of care (care teams, prayer teams, benevolence, follow up).
  • Ensure new attendees are welcomed, connected, and integrated into the church community.
  • Lead and develop campus staff and ministry leaders. Recruit, train, and empower volunteer leaders.
  • Champion life groups and discipleship pathways; ensure clear next steps for spiritual growth.
  • Manage campus-specific budget and resources as assigned.
  • Build relationships with the local community; represent the church in community partnerships and outreach initiatives. Identify strategic opportunities for local ministry impact.
  • Participate in regular meetings/communication with pastoral team and central leadership.

Skills/Qualifications:

  • A spiritually mature Christian in full agreement with New Life's statement of faith and core values; strong desire to serve Christ and His church.
  • Demonstrated pastoral heart and shepherding gifting.
  • Prior pastoral or ministry leadership experience; theology degree or bachelor's degree in ministry field.
  • Meets the biblical requirements for position (1 Tim. 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9; 1 Peter 5:1-4; Acts 6:4).
  • Solid verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Proven ability to effectively lead and manage the staff, ministry teams and volunteers to accomplish church goals.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.


This role is available as a part-time (bi-vocational) opportunity or a full time role (with a parsonage as a component of compensation).

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