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Venture Christian Church

Discipleship Pastor

Carmel, IN · On-site

The Discipleship Pastor is expected to contribute towards the church's overall mission to seek Jesus and see you. This key leadership position oversees all aspects of connecting the congregation to ...

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for mission pastor in Indiana is $57,952.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,800.00 and $66,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a mission pastor?

Mission Pastors are church leaders responsible for guiding and overseeing a congregation's outreach and mission activities, both locally and globally. They develop strategies to engage the church in serving communities, sharing the faith, and supporting missions work. Mission Pastors often coordinate mission trips, partnerships with other organizations, and educational programs to inspire and equip church members for active participation in missions. Their role is crucial in helping the church fulfill its mission mandate and impact the world beyond its walls.

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

To thrive as a Mission Pastor, you need a solid theological foundation, experience in ministry leadership, and often a degree in divinity or theology. Familiarity with church management software, budgeting tools, and community outreach platforms is typically required. Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, and organizational skills are essential for building relationships and coordinating mission initiatives. These skills ensure effective ministry leadership, meaningful community impact, and the ability to guide and inspire both volunteers and congregations.

How does a mission pastor typically collaborate with community partners and church members to develop outreach programs?

A Mission Pastor regularly works with both church members and local organizations to create and implement outreach initiatives that address community needs. This often involves organizing meetings to gather input, coordinating volunteers, and building partnerships with local nonprofits or service agencies. The role requires strong communication and relationship-building skills to ensure that programs are well-supported and aligned with both the church's mission and the community's needs. Collaboration is ongoing, with frequent adjustments based on feedback and the evolving priorities of those served.

What is the difference between Mission Pastor vs Youth Pastor?

AspectMission PastorYouth Pastor
Primary FocusOversees mission and outreach programs, community engagement, and global missionsProvides spiritual guidance, education, and activities for youth and teenagers
Required CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in theology or ministry, pastoral experienceUsually requires a bachelor's degree in theology, youth ministry, or related field, pastoral experience
Work EnvironmentChurch missions, community centers, international locationsChurch youth groups, schools, youth camps
Industry UsageCommon in churches with active outreach and missions programsCommon in churches with dedicated youth ministries

The main difference between a Mission Pastor and a Youth Pastor lies in their focus areas. Mission Pastors concentrate on outreach, community service, and global missions, while Youth Pastors focus on guiding and mentoring young members of the congregation. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and pastoral experience but serve distinct community needs within the church setting.

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Infographic showing various Mission Pastor job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,952 per year, or $27.9 per hour.

Family Ministries Pastor

Pennington Park Church

Fishers, IN

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Family Ministries Pastor

Pennington Park Church


SUMMARY

The Family Ministries Pastor provides vision, leadership, and oversight for the discipleship of children, students, and parents at Pennington Park Church. This position exists to make disciples by equipping parents as the primary spiritual leaders of their homes and by providing visionary leadership for the church's ministries to children and students. This pastor develops leaders, shepherds families, and builds healthy ministries that help the next generation know Jesus, love Jesus, and make Him known.

A successful Family Ministries Pastor will cultivate healthy ministries where parents are equipped, volunteers are flourishing, children and students are growing as disciples, Family Ministry staff and lay leaders are being developed, and every ministry aligns with the mission of Pennington Park Church: To Know Jesus and Make Him Known. The Family Ministries Pastor reports to the Pastor of Ministries and serves as a member of the elder team, helping advance the mission of Pennington Park Church.

This is a new role due to the continued growth of the church. Pennington Park currently serves ~500 children and students on a weekly basis, with a volunteer base of 250+. Weekly attendance at Sunday services is approaching 1,400.


EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's degree; seminary degree strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated experience leading children's, student, or family ministry in a local church of at least 5 years
    • Proven ability to recruit, equip, and shepherd volunteer leaders
    • Agreement with the doctrine, philosophy of ministry, and leadership values of Pennington Park Church

NECESSARY SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Able to cast vision and lead ministries through staff/volunteer teams rather than doing ministry alone
  • Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills
  • Demonstrated supervisory experience and proven ability to develop others
  • Strong biblical teaching ability for students, parents, and leaders
  • Excellent relational skills with children, students, parents, volunteers, and staff
  • Demonstrates wisdom in leadership, conflict resolution, and pastoral care
  • High degree of discernment and strategic problem-solving ability
  • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple ministries, events, and calendars simultaneously
  • Effective communicator both verbally and in writing
  • Self-motivated leader, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement


PASSION & CALLING

  • Passionate about the vision and mission of Pennington Park Church
  • Demonstrates a genuine calling to shepherd and disciple the next generation and equip parents as the primary spiritual leaders in the home
  • Desires to see children and students become lifelong followers of Jesus through faithful gospel-centered ministry


SPIRITUAL QUALIFICATIONS

  • Exhibits the fruit of the Spirit mentioned in Galatians 5:22-23
  • Lives out a commitment to prayer and the study of God's Word
  • Committed to spiritual growth and being in community with other believers
  • Meets the biblical qualifications for pastoral leadership consistent with 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9
  • Models humility, integrity, and servant leadership


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Provide Vision and Leadership for Family Ministry
    1. Develop and implement an overarching discipleship strategy for birth through high school
    2. Ensure theological, philosophical, and discipleship alignment and cohesiveness across all ministries serving children, students, and parents
    3. Recruit, hire, train, and conduct regular coaching, goal-setting, and performance development for Family Ministry staff
    4. Lead, coach, develop, and support Children's and Student Ministry staff and key volunteer leaders
    5. Periodically teach in all Family Ministry settings, and ensure curriculum development and teaching across all ministries is age-appropriate, biblically saturated, and Gospel-oriented
    6. Evaluate ministry effectiveness and pursue continual improvement
    7. Develop and steward the annual Family Ministry budget
  • Equip Parents for Discipleship
    1. Champion a disciple-making culture that prioritizes biblical depth, gospel transformation, meaningful relationships, and family discipleship over merely creating entertaining programs and events
    2. Uphold a philosophy that parents are the primary disciple-makers of their children
    3. Provide resources, classes, and coaching that strengthen families spiritually
    4. Develop intentional milestones that help parents lead their children through key stages of spiritual growth
    5. Build relationships with families through pastoral care, encouragement, and counseling when appropriate
  • Develop Healthy Ministries and Volunteer Teams
    1. Provide oversight that ensures every Family Ministry environment is physically safe, spiritually healthy, and compliant with church child protection policies, including volunteer screening procedures
    2. Oversee the recruitment, ongoing training, development, and retention of volunteer leaders across all family ministries
    3. Ensure safe, welcoming, and spiritually engaging ministry environments
    4. Work with staff and ministry leaders to plan curriculum, events, camps, retreats, and outreach opportunities
  • Serve as a Pastor and Staff Leader
    1. Participate in pastoral responsibilities including teaching, baptisms, membership, weddings, funerals, hospital visitation, counseling, and shepherding as needed
    2. Collaborate with all ministry departments to create a seamless discipleship pathway from birth through adulthood
    3. Participate with the pastoral staff to accomplish church-wide initiatives and ministry goals
    4. Participate in staff meetings, direction team meetings, elder council meetings, and retreats
    5. Support the overall health and unity of the church through servant leadership and teamwork

ANTICIPATED TIME COMMITMENTS AND COMPENSATION

  • This is a full-time, salaried role with full benefits
  • Must be willing to work Sundays, some evenings, and occasional weekends

All employment decisions of Pennington Park Church are made to further its mission statement "To know Jesus and to make Him known". Pennington Park Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on any basis covered by applicable law. As a nonprofit, faith-based employer, Pennington Park Church reserves the right to carefully and fully explore the religious values, faith, personal conduct, and convictions of applicants and employees in order to employ only those individuals who support, advance, and live in a manner consistent with our Statement of Beliefs and Membership Covenant.

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