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What are some common challenges faced by a Discipleship Director, and how can they be addressed?

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.

What is a Discipleship Director?

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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Discipleship Director, and why are they important?

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.

What is the difference between Discipleship Director vs Youth Ministry Coordinator?

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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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Director of Bible Study and Discipleship

Power Cross Ministry

Statesville, NC

$55K - $65K/yr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

POWER CROSS DIRECTOR OF DISCIPLESHIP
Faith • Leadership • Athletics • Brotherhood

Use Sports to Change Lives for Christ

Are you a competitive, athletic-minded Christian leader who believes sports can be used as a powerful tool to reach the next generation for Jesus?
Do you thrive around teams, practices, competition, mentorship, and leadership development?
At Power Cross, we use athletics as the bridge to build relationships with young men and introduce them to the life-changing Gospel of Jesus Christ. Every practice, workout, team meeting, meal, and conversation becomes an opportunity for discipleship and transformation.
We are looking for a servant leader who can connect with young men, lead with energy and authenticity, and help develop future Christian husbands, fathers, coaches, leaders, and difference-makers.
This is not a desk job.
This is frontline ministry through sports, relationships, mentorship, and discipleship.
Mission Statement
Building up young men from generational poverty into spiritual leaders through Jesus with daily discipleship and athletics.

Through mentorship, athletics, accountability, Biblical teaching, and authentic relationships, Power Cross is committed to helping young men grow spiritually, emotionally, academically, and socially while preparing them to lead their homes, workplaces, churches, and communities.
Position: Director of Discipleship
The Director of Discipleship will lead the spiritual culture of Power Cross by building strong relationships with participants, coaches, families, volunteers, and community partners while creating engaging Biblical teaching and discipleship opportunities across all athletic programs.
This role is ideal for someone who:
  • Loves athletics and team culture.
  • Has a heart for mentoring young men.
  • Can teach and communicate Biblical truth effectively.
  • Leads through humility, toughness, consistency, and relationships.
  • Wants to make an eternal impact through sports ministry.
  • Is a sacrificial leader willing to go the extra mile.

What Makes Power Cross Different?
  • Athletics opens the door.
  • Relationships build trust.
  • Discipleship changes lives.
  • Jesus transforms futures.

We are raising up young men who:
  • Love Christ
  • Lead their homes
  • Serve their communities
  • Work hard
  • Stay disciplined
  • Become leaders instead of followers

Our mission is to help young men learn to LEAD their homes — not LEAVE their homes. We are in our 20th year of ministry and have greater plans for the future things to come.
Our Core Values
  • Find the Father
  • Maximize Effort & Expectations
  • Nourish Mind, Body, & Soul
  • Expose & Advance
  • Reshape, Rebuild, & Redirect
  • Relationship

The Type of Leader We’re Looking For:
A Servant Leader Who:
  • Leads from the front.
  • Builds relationships naturally.
  • Connects with athletes and coaches.
  • Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
  • Is dependable, disciplined, and energetic.
  • Loves teaching and mentoring.
  • Can motivate and challenge young men.
  • Is comfortable in gyms, practices, games, schools, churches, and community settings.
  • Lives out their faith authentically.
Someone With:
  • Strong Christian faith and Biblical knowledge.
  • Athletic background, coaching, or sports ministry experience preferred.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills.
  • Ability to disciple students one-on-one and in groups.
  • Organizational and team-building ability.
  • Passion for evangelism and Kingdom impact.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead Discipleship Through Athletics:
  • Create and lead Bible studies for participants, coaches, and staff.
  • Develop discipleship lessons coaches can use during practices and team meetings.
  • Lead daily discipleship moments with athletic teams.
  • Serve as a sideline chaplain during games and events.
  • Build meaningful mentoring relationships with young men.
Build Leaders:
  • Help develop young men into spiritual leaders.
  • Encourage accountability, discipline, teamwork, and servant leadership.
  • Mentor athletes through life challenges, school, relationships, and faith.
  • Support alumni as they transition into college, careers, churches, and adulthood.
Strengthen the Ministry Culture:
  • Help create a Christ-centered culture throughout Power Cross.
  • Lead prayer initiatives and spiritual growth opportunities.
  • Coordinate guest speakers, prayer breakfasts, and outreach events.
  • Build strong partnerships with churches and faith-based organizations.
Invest in Relationships:
  • Connect with participants and families consistently.
  • Encourage coaches, volunteers, and staff spiritually.
  • Help build a strong brotherhood culture rooted in Christ.

Ministry Environment:
This role includes:
  • Coaches discipleship
  • Team discipleship
  • Community outreach
  • Bible studies
  • Mentorship
  • Camps and events
  • Sideline character development
  • High-energy environments
  • Real-life ministry moments
You will have opportunities to impact young men during some of the most important and influential years of their lives.
Compensation Package:
Total Compensation Includes:
  • Starting Salary: $55,000
  • Power Cross vehicle usage
  • Vehicle insurance
  • Cell phone
  • Computer and ministry technology support

Schedule:
Typical Schedule:
  • Monday–Thursday: 11:00 PM – 7:30 PM
  • Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays vary based on practices, games, events, and ministry opportunities.
  • Plan on an average 5-6 day work week.
Flexibility is important due to athletics and ministry programming.
Biblical Foundation
Romans 12:6–8
“If your gift is to lead, do it diligently… if it is to encourage, give encouragement.”
We believe ministry happens in locker rooms, car rides, practices, weight rooms, team meals, and everyday conversations.
At Power Cross, sports are not the mission — they are the vehicle God uses to reach hearts.
Join the Mission
If you are passionate about athletics, discipleship, mentorship, and building young men into strong Christian leaders, we would love to hear from you.
Come help us use sports to change lives and build the Kingdom of God.