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How much do discovery church jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for discovery church in the United States is $85.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67.07 and $93.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is Discovery Church?

Discovery Church is a Christian church community that focuses on helping people discover faith, grow spiritually, and build meaningful relationships. It typically offers worship services, small groups, and outreach programs to support its members and the broader community. The church emphasizes a welcoming environment for people from all backgrounds and ages, seeking to create a space for spiritual growth and connection. Each Discovery Church location may have its own unique mission and programs, but all share the common goal of guiding individuals in their spiritual journey.

What is the difference between Discovery Church vs Youth Pastor?

AspectDiscovery ChurchYouth Pastor
Primary RoleLeading church services, community outreach, and spiritual guidanceMentoring and leading youth groups, planning youth programs
Required CredentialsTypically a theology degree or pastoral certificationOften a theology degree or youth ministry certification
Work EnvironmentChurch settings, community eventsChurch youth groups, schools, community centers
Industry UsageUsed across churches of all sizesCommon in churches with active youth programs

Discovery Church and Youth Pastor roles both involve spiritual leadership within a church setting. While Discovery Church focuses on overall church leadership and community outreach, a Youth Pastor specializes in mentoring and guiding youth. Both roles often require similar credentials and work environments, making them closely related in the church industry.

What opportunities are available for career growth and development at Discovery Church?

Discovery Church supports the professional and personal growth of its staff through regular training sessions, mentorship programs, and opportunities to take on increased leadership responsibilities. Team members often work closely with ministry leaders and are encouraged to pursue continued education or certifications relevant to their roles. Advancement may include moving into senior ministry, administrative, or specialized roles as the church grows. Collaboration across departments also provides exposure to diverse skill sets and ministry areas, fostering well-rounded career development.

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

To thrive as a Church Pastor, you need a background in theology or ministry, often demonstrated with a relevant degree or seminary training and pastoral experience. Familiarity with church management software, sermon preparation tools, and communication platforms is typically required. Strong interpersonal, leadership, and public speaking skills help pastors connect with congregants and guide church activities effectively. These skills ensure spiritual guidance, operational excellence, and a supportive church community.
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Infographic showing various Discovery Church job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 61% Full Time, 36% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $178,751 per year, or $85.9 per hour.
Church Planter Resident

Church Planter Resident

Greenhouse Church

Gainesville, FL

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Church Planter Resident


FLSA Classification: Exempt


Salary Job Class: Resident


Reports to: Executive Pastor of Strategy and Discipleship


Date Created: 4/24/25


Supervisory responsibilities: None


Job Summary/Purpose:
The Church Planter Residency exists to raise up apostolic leaders who will plant, grow, andmultiply vibrant microchurches rooted in the mission and values of Greenhouse Church. Thisposition would be an 18-month tenure.


This full-time, temporary role blends hands-on ministry, intentional coaching, and strategicleadership development. Residents will be immersed in Greenhouse DNA, actively leadmicrochurches, develop future leaders, as well as shadow Greenhouse pastors in their pastoralpositions.


The purpose of this position is to aid in advancing the Greenhouse Church mission and vision within the microchurch ministry by launching, leading, coaching, and multiplying disciple-makers as well as being prepared to plant a church in Florida after the residency iscompleted.


Our dream is not just to fill pulpits but to flood cities in Florida with vibrant expressions of Jesus-following communities; microchurches that live loud, love deeply, and multiply naturally. If thislights your soul on fire, this might be the right place.


Duties/Responsibilities:
1. Microchurch Leadership & Multiplication
Launch and lead a multiplying microchurch that embodies the key elements of worship,
mission, community, and multiplication
Apprentice emerging leaders within the microchurch context
Implement and model obedience-based discipleship through Discovery Bible Studies
and Inductive Bible studies within the microchurch framework
Coach and multiply microchurches across the network
Equip others to lead through being a coach semesterly in Discipleship Training
Help to cultivate a culture of radical prayer (e.g. help substantially increased prayer
activity in the microchurches you are coaching), biblical literacy, and Holy Spirit
dependence within our microchurch structure
Identify, invest in, and release high-potential leaders within their microchurch and the
broader Greenhouse church and network
Be able to evangelize, win souls, and add lost people to your microchurch
Participate in bi-weekly huddles to sharpen leadership and multiplication strategies


2. Pastoral Shadowing/Training Duties
Support Sunday gatherings through assimilation, congregational care, and stage
communication when called upon
Assist with baptisms, communion, follow-up systems, and ministry team development
Serve as an on-call presence as needed (hospital visits, crisis care, weddings, funerals,
etc.)
Be available to assist with any other shepherding needs that arise within the church


3. Greenhouse DNA & Leadership Training
Complete the intentional learning tracks around Greenhouse values, systems, and
ecclesiology
Participate in staff meetings, prayer gatherings, and staff development
Successfully complete the formal immersion process under the Executive Pastor of
Strategy and Discipleship, including but not limited to certain Greenhouse School of
Ministry classes, fluencies, microchurch strategies, etc.
Receive ongoing feedback and development from Pastor Mike and the executive staff ona monthly basis


4. Sermon Prep & Communication Development
Participate in collaborative sermon prep with Pastor Mike and teaching team
Learn the craft of expository preaching and contextual teaching
Practice delivering sermons in various formats with constructive feedback in various
ministries, including Kids, Youth (Wednesday nights and Sunday mornings), and Sunday
services


5. Personal Development

Complete the Stadia Discovery Process to clarify calling, wiring, and church planting
readiness
Complete the Gospel Coach Training through the Center for Mission Mobilization (CMM)
to grow in relational, Spirit-led coaching
Engage in personal rhythms of prayer, Sabbath, and reflection to sustain long-term
ministry
Regularly meet with an executive pastor for mentoring and coaching for spiritual healthand growth. Participate in quarterly reviews to assess progress in the aforementionedareas.
Must be willing to become at least certified through the Assemblies of God.


Required Team Norms &Character Attributes:


Must Be Willing to Uphold and Champion the Following Team Norms:
We are passionate disciples who reorient their lives around Jesus' call to serve,
win souls, and make disciples.
We will fight to abide first every day.
We will lift the faith in every room we walk in.
We believe the best in people and care enough to confront.
We work hard and laugh often.
We have an insatiable desire to grow.
We show up with our best, working with all our hearts unto the Lord.
We live lives of adventure and generosity, allowing God to lead us to spend
ourselves for those who could never pay us back.


Must Have the Following Character Attributes:
Places a high value on unity (According to Ephesians 4:3)
Lives a life above reproach (1 Timothy 3)
Models a life of holiness, purity and integrity (Hebrews 12:14)
Has a good grasp of scripture and not given to untested points of view (Colossians
2:8)
Devotes themselves to prayer (Colossians 4:2)
Has a persevering spirit and soul (James 1:4).
Is strong and stable and not given to double-mindedness (James 1:8)
Is quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to be angry (James 1:19)
Has a calmness of spirit and does not over react (Proverbs 29:20)
Displays loyalty to other team members (2 Timothy 4:9-18)
Displays a positive attitude (Philippians 4:8)



Work environment: Office


Physical demands:
Able to lift up to 50 pounds and move furniture
Travel required: Minimal in initial phases of residency with the potential for moderate travel inthe second part of the residency to our other campuses.


Time requirement: 40 hours weekly


Required Schedule: Sunday - Thursday, 8am-5pm. Any changes in schedule to be pre-approved by Executive Pastor of Strategy and Discipleship


Other Hours: None


Desired Skills and Abilities
A strong evangelistic and apostolic drive as measured by personal fruit in reaching thelost, soul-winning, and apostolic start-ups that can be directly tied back to the applicant.
Experience in coaching or leading leaders
Biblical or theological training
Experience preaching or public speaking
Humble and teachable
A desire to plant a church or multiply microchurches long-term


Preferred education and experience
College Degree or Equivalent
Knowledge of Greenhouse Church Core Values and Ecclesiology
Must excel in this position and have an excellent 90 day evaluation
Must have a strong recommendation from Stadia regarding church planter readiness


Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing ofactivities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties,responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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