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Summit Church

Worship Leader - FVC

Fuquay Varina, NC · On-site

Direct and Indirect discipleship of worship and production ministries. * Identifying and equipping potential worship leaders in conjunction with the Pastor of Worship. * Support and contribute to ...

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Associate Minister Anthem Church

Angier, NC · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Serve under the guidance of the Lead Pastor. * Attend weekly staff meetings. * Attend Elders ... Provide biblical counseling & discipleship for individuals and couples. * Preach expository sermons ...

Southbridge Fellowship

Intern

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$13 - $17.25/hr

... pastors, staff, and members of Southbridge Fellowship, as well as to assist Southbridge in ... Students, Kids, Family, Discipleship, Missions, Outreach, and Worship Ministry Overseer: Varies by ...

Southbridge Fellowship

Intern

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$13 - $17.25/hr

... pastors, staff, and members of Southbridge Fellowship, as well as to assist Southbridge in ... Students, Kids, Family, Discipleship, Missions, Outreach, and Worship Ministry Overseer: Varies by ...

Reliant Mission

Summit College Residency

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Summit College Campus Disciple-Maker Discipleship/Coaching Ministry * Discipling/coaching student leaders you are assigned to * Biweekly coaching of family group leaders * Attending family groups

The Summit Church

Kids Director - WCC

Cary, NC

$15.75 - $21.75/hr

Pace setter in areas of character, evangelism, and family discipleship * Kids Ministry experience ... Help follow up with First Time Guests as given out by the Campus Pastor * Assist in the overall ...

Summit Church

Kids Director - WCC

Cary, NC · On-site

$15.75 - $21.75/hr

Pace setter in areas of character, evangelism, and family discipleship * Kids Ministry experience ... Help follow up with First Time Guests as given out by the Campus Pastor * Assist in the overall ...

Reliant

Summit College Residency

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Campus Disciple-Maker (25-30 hours) Discipleship/Coaching Ministry * Discipling/coaching student leaders you are assigned to * Biweekly coaching of family group leaders * Attending family groups

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for discipleship pastor in Raleigh, NC is $47,279.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,800.00 and $55,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Discipleship Pastor oversees spiritual growth and discipleship efforts within a church, helping members grow in their faith and develop as followers of Christ. They typically lead small groups, Bible studies, and mentorship programs while equipping leaders to disciple others. Their role includes teaching, pastoral care, and creating strategies to foster deeper community engagement. Ultimately, they help guide the church in spiritual formation and Christian maturity.

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A Discipleship Pastor typically leads small group ministries, develops and implements discipleship curricula, and provides spiritual mentoring to congregation members. They regularly collaborate with other church staff to align ministry efforts, train volunteer leaders, and organize outreach or community-building events. Pastoral counseling, prayer support, and facilitating Bible studies are also integral parts of the role. This position offers variety in daily tasks, meaningful interactions with people, and the opportunity to nurture personal and communal spiritual growth.

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Associate Pastor of Family Discipleship Raleigh Road Baptist Church

Raleigh, NC • On-site

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
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$60 - $80/hr

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Posted 7 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Help develop and oversee the ministry focus to children, students, and college-aged individuals, including organizing and leading weekly ministry gatherings.

  • Teach, preach, and engage with students through school and recreational activities, and recruit, train, and equip adult volunteers within the student ministry.

  • Support the development of college ministry by acting as a liaison, encouraging ministry leaders, and helping establish a cohesive ministry focus.

Job description

Associate Pastor of Family Discipleship

RALEIGH ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH: RRBC is a Southern Baptist Church located in Wilson, NC (40 miles east of Raleigh) affiliated with the Pillar Network (www.thepillarnetwork.com) which seeks to KNOW GOD, GROW TOGETHER, MAKE CHRIST KNOWN.

POSITION: The Associate Pastor of Family Discipleship will help develop RRBC’s ministry focus to children and their families, with specific oversight given towards student (middle/high school) and college age ministry. As a fellow staff elder/pastor of RRBC the Associate Pastor of Family Discipleship may also support RRBC in various duties such as preaching, counseling, community outreach, and collaborating with the Lead-Teaching Pastor on strategic church initiatives.

FAMILY DISCIPLESHIP BREAKDOWN:

Children’s Ministry (5%): RRBC has a Kid’s Ministry Director who is responsible for the day-to-day oversight and leadership of the ministry focused upon children in kindergarten – 5th grade.

  1. Act as a liaison for Kid’s ministry with the elders of the church.
  2. Act as a source of encouragement and communication helping the Kid’s Ministry Director maintain a cohesive and consistent focus/philosophy with the whole of RRBC.

Student Ministry (85%): The Associate Pastor of Family Discipleship WILL be responsible to help develop, train, and lead RRBC’s ministry focus to students (e.g. middle/high school) and their families. Some responsibilities within this ministry oversight includes:

  1. Organize and lead weekly ministry gatherings.
  2. Teach and preach within the student ministry.
  3. Engage with students though school and recreational activities.
  4. Recruit, train, and equip adult members of RRBC within the student team.
  5. Help new families feel welcomed and seen as a church.
  6. Equip parents/guardians to become the primary disciple makers of their children.
  7. Oversee the student ministry calendar (e.g. trip/events) as well as student budget.

College Aged Ministry (10%): RRBC currently has a ministry presence at Barton College, with potential opportunities to serve the college community at Barton and Wilson Community College

  1. Act as a liaison for the college ministry with the elders of the church.
  2. Act as a source of encouragement and communication in helping those currently leading this ministry to maintain a cohesive and consistent focus/philosophy with the whole of RRBC.
  3. Help develop along with the elder/pastors of RRBC a ministry focus/philosophy.
  4. Prayerfully determine potential involvement/oversight of this ministry focus as time, ministry desire, and wisdom allow.

STRENGTHS, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Needed Strengths:

  1. Emotional maturity, humility, and teachability.
  2. Strong collaborator who leads, but also enjoys recruiting, equipping, delegating and encouraging others for mutual growth and accomplishment of goals.(i.e. someone committed to multiplication).
  3. The measurable ability to communicate the gospel and a desire to teach it effectively.
  4. An outgoing and joyful disposition.
  5. Delights in the thrill of meeting new people.
  6. Strong, clear, and timely communicator.
  7. Demonstrates a pattern of integrity and honesty.

Experience:

  1. A credible conversion testimony representing at least 6+ years.
  2. A history of faithful service in the local church representing at least 6+ years (i.e. either vocational/nonvocational) for which ministry giftedness in preaching/teaching/evangelism have been assessed and validated, biblical/theological knowledge have been affirmed, and spiritual/social/emotional maturity have been measured and confirmed by the previous church/references.
  3. Must have at least 2+ years of ministry experience working with students for which a genuine passion and gifting have been established.

Education:

Required: Must demonstrate a robust understanding of scripture/theology both intellectually and practically throughout our process, through reference, and by way of a measurable track record within the life and ministry of the local church

Preference: A Bachelor’s degree in theology, ministry, or a related field; a Master’s Degree from a qualified seminary is a plus

Employment Status: This is a full-time staff position

Compensation: $69,000-74,000

If interested, please send a resume and cover letter to pastorsearch@realeighroad.com. Further information regarding Raleigh Road Baptist Church can be located at www.raleighroad.com.

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