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Pleasant Valley

Student Discipleship Leader

Liberty, MO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Student Discipleship Leader Reports to: Student Minister Status: Full-Time (40 hours/week ... Provide direct oversight to Sunday morning small group environments. * Manage the scope and ...

MB Foundation

Director of Financial Discipleship

Hillsboro, KS · On-site

$55K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You'll create and share practical discipleship resources, preach/teach across our churches, and cultivate partnerships that strengthen church health and multiply Kingdom impact. * Purpose in action:

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A Discipleship Director is a church or ministry leader responsible for overseeing programs and initiatives that help individuals grow in their faith and spiritual maturity. This role typically involves developing and coordinating small group ministries, Bible studies, mentorship opportunities, and other educational activities. The Discipleship Director works closely with other church staff and volunteers to create pathways for spiritual growth and ensure that church members are supported in their journey of discipleship.

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To thrive as a Discipleship Director, you need a deep understanding of Christian theology, experience in ministry leadership, and often a degree in divinity or related field. Familiarity with church management software, curriculum development tools, and volunteer coordination platforms is typically required. Standout candidates demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to inspire and mentor diverse groups. These skills and qualities are vital for fostering spiritual growth, building effective discipleship programs, and nurturing a vibrant faith community.

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A Discipleship Director often encounters challenges such as engaging a diverse congregation with varying spiritual needs, recruiting and training committed volunteer leaders, and balancing administrative tasks with relational ministry. Addressing these challenges typically involves developing adaptable discipleship programs, fostering open communication with church leadership and members, and investing in ongoing leadership development. Building strong relationships within the congregation and prioritizing mentorship can also help create a supportive environment for both personal and communal spiritual growth.

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The Discipleship Director focuses on developing and overseeing spiritual growth programs for all age groups, emphasizing long-term faith development and biblical education. The Youth Ministry Coordinator primarily manages youth-specific activities, events, and mentorship, targeting teenagers. While both roles require biblical knowledge and ministry experience, the Discipleship Director often has broader responsibilities across age groups and strategic planning, whereas the Youth Ministry Coordinator concentrates on engaging and guiding youth in their faith journey.

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Student Discipleship Leader

Pleasant Valley

Liberty, MO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Position: Student Discipleship Leader
Reports to: Student Minister
Status: Full-Time (40 hours/week)
Classification: Ministerial, Exempt
Description Summary
PV Student Ministry exists to multiply disciples to love God, love others, and make Him known. We see this fulfilled by helping students know Jesus, become like Jesus, and lead others to do the same. The Student Discipleship Leader provides specialized oversight of the spiritual formation and outward missional engagement of the Student Ministry.
*Note: This position requires PV Membership.
Job Responsibilities
1. Missions Strategy
  • Provide directional vision and leadership for all local, domestic, and international student mission trips.
  • Lead the planning and execution of all mission team meetings and required trainings.
  • Champion the student ministry mission strategy as it relates to the larger vision of the church.
  • Create and oversee our ministry partners who help in organizing local opportunities.

2. Curriculum and Teaching
  • Provide direct oversight to Sunday morning small group environments.
  • Manage the scope and sequence for student teaching alongside the Student Minister.
  • Create, supervise, and provide leadership to the Student Ministry teaching team and curriculum team.
  • Host and teach regularly for Student Ministry programming.

3. Discipleship and Milestones
  • Establish and give oversight to D-Groups (Discipleship Groups) for high school students.
  • Facilitate baptism conversations and care situations with students and parents.
  • Lead the planning and execution of the Senior Summit alongside the respective grade ministry partners.
  • Work with Student staff to develop a regular, systematic approach to developing the leadership skills of students.

4. Team and Leadership Development
  • Participate in leadership development opportunities for the Next Gen team and staff team.
  • Assist in the management of ministry partners and interns within the discipleship and missions tracks.
  • Communicate discipleship strategy and equipping resources to parents.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Job Skills
  • Passion and commitment to lead people to a meaningful relationship with Christ.
  • Member of PV in good standing, affirming the statement of faith and church covenant.
  • Good communication skills in both large and small groups.
  • Technologically capable with a sense of calling for the position.
  • Ability to build, lead, and manage teams of all sizes.
  • Creativity and problem-solving skills.

Education / Experience
  • High school graduate; BA/BS preferred.
  • Experience working within a multi-staff youth ministry.
  • Prior experience speaking/teaching to variously sized groups of students.
  • Prior experience planning and leading different types of mission trips of different sizes.
  • Proven experience developing and maintaining teams of both students and adults.

*Footnote: This position has been designated as ministerial by the Personnel and Leadership Team of Pleasant Valley Baptist Church and is therefore exempt from federal and state employment laws, including laws regarding wages, hours and overtime pay.

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