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The Story Church

Discipleship Coordinator

Houston, TX · On-site

This person will report to the Pastor of Discipleship. Job Responsibilities * Coordinate logistics including food, meeting rooms, and technology needs for both large and small groups * Manage ...

The Story Church

Discipleship Coordinator

Houston, TX · On-site

This person will report to the Pastor of Discipleship. Job Responsibilities * Coordinate logistics including food, meeting rooms, and technology needs for both large and small groups * Manage ...

The Story Church

Discipleship Coordinator

Houston, TX · On-site

This person will report to the Pastor of Discipleship. Job Responsibilities * Coordinate logistics including food, meeting rooms, and technology needs for both large and small groups * Manage ...

Ecclesia

Campus Pastor - Downtown

Houston, TX · On-site

Rooted in Ecclesia's identity as a multidenominational family, the Campus Pastor cultivates rhythms of worship, discipleship, and service that embody the values of hospitality, formation, and ...

Bayou City Fellowship

ASSOCIATE PASTOR

Houston, TX · On-site

ASSOCIATE CAMPUS PASTOR SPRING BRANCH - The Associate Campus Pastor - Spring Branch is responsible ... This will involve, in addition, the direct oversight / responsibility for adult discipleship ...

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Ecclesia Houston

Campus Pastor - Downtown

Houston, TX · On-site

Rooted in Ecclesia's identity as a multidenominational family, the Campus Pastor cultivates rhythms of worship, discipleship, and service that embody the values of hospitality, formation, and ...

Bay Area Church

Young Adults Minister

League City, TX · On-site

Family Discipleship Pastor Ministry Area: Ministry Staff, Generational Team Interfaces: Church, school, and preschool staff members, church members, volunteers, guests, and other stakeholders as ...

Community Bible Church

Student Pastor

San Antonio, TX · On-site

JOB SUMMARY The Student Pastor - Campus supports the vision and mission of CBC Students by providing pastoral leadership, discipleship, and oversight of the student ministry at their assigned campus.

Community Bible Church

Student Pastor

San Antonio, TX · On-site

JOB SUMMARY The Student Pastor - Campus supports the vision and mission of CBC Students by providing pastoral leadership, discipleship, and oversight of the student ministry at their assigned campus.

Ecclesia

Campus Pastor - West Side

Houston, TX · On-site

Cultivate a welcoming, multi-generational community rooted in belonging and discipleship * Identify ... Reports to Executive Pastor * Collaborates with Outreach Team, Spiritual Formation Team and Program ...

Ecclesia Houston

Campus Pastor - West Side

Houston, TX · On-site

Cultivate a welcoming, multi-generational community rooted in belonging and discipleship * Identify ... Reports to Executive Pastor * Collaborates with Outreach Team, Spiritual Formation Team and Program ...

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Associate Pastor of Discipleship Midland Evangelical Free Church

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

Midland, TX • On-site

$65 - $85/hr

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Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

We are seeking a dynamic, relational, and compassionate Associate Pastor of Discipleship who is passionate about helping people grow in their relationship with Jesus.

The Associate Pastor of Discipleship will provide leadership, vision, and oversight for the discipleship ministries of Midland Evangelical Free Church. This pastor will cultivate a culture of spiritual growth and gospel-centered community by developing and implementing a clear discipleship pathway and overseeing the ministries that support it.

Our heart is to partner with people-walking alongside them as they learn to enjoy God more deeply, embrace His Word more fully, and engage His world more intentionally.

Compensation for this position ranges from $65,000 - $85,000, plus benefits.

Key Responsibilities

1. Discipleship Pathway Development

  • Design, develop, and implement a comprehensive discipleship pathway that helps individuals grow from first-time connection to full maturity in Christ. Collaborate with the Lead Pastor and ministry staff to ensure all ministries align with and support the pathway.

2. Adult Discipleship & Education

  • Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all adult discipleship efforts within MEFC. Plan and implement Adult Education opportunities (classes, workshops, and seminars) that foster biblical literacy, spiritual maturity, and missional living.

3. Care Teams & Congregational Care

  • Oversee MEFC's Care Ministries, including Stephen Ministry, care teams, visitation, and support. Equip and empower volunteers and lay leaders to provide compassionate, Christ-centered care.

4. Missions & Outreach

Oversee MEFC’s Go Local and Go Global ministries, serving as the primary pastoral contact for the lay leaders from those ministries.
Partner with the Lead Pastor and ministry staff to strengthen outreach and community engagement efforts.
Support initiatives that help new people connect with MEFC and take their next steps in faith.
Encourage a culture of evangelism and disciple-making both within the church, throughout the community, and around the world.

5. Pastoral Team & Leadership

  • Serve as an active member of the pastoral team, contributing to preaching, worship leadership, and church-wide vision implementation as needed. Participate in staff meetings, strategic planning, and leadership development initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Education: Master of Divinity (M.Div.) or equivalent degree from an accredited evangelical seminary.
  • Experience: Minimum of five years of ministry experience, including demonstrated leadership in discipleship, small group ministry, or pastoral care.
  • Doctrinal Alignment: Agreement with and affirmation of the EFCA
  • Statement of Faith and commitment to the mission and values of Midland Evangelical Free Church.
  • Skills & Competencies:
    • Proven ability to develop and implement effective discipleship strategies.
    • Strong biblical and theological foundation with a passion for spiritual formation.
    • Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
    • Demonstrated capacity to recruit, train, and mentor leaders, with demonstrated examples of equipping the saints for the work of the ministry, for building up the body of Christ.
    • A collaborative spirit and a shepherd's heart.

Personal Characteristics

  • Deep and growing relationship with Jesus Christ, marked by humility and authenticity.
  • Spiritually mature and committed to prayer, Scripture, and community.
  • Relationally warm, approachable, and empathetic.
  • Passionate about helping people take next steps in faith.
  • Team-oriented, teachable, and supportive of MEFC’s vision and leadership.

More information about the position and Midland Free can be found at https://midlandfree.org/associate-pastor-of-discipleship-2

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