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Stateline Church

Small Groups Pastor

Rockford, IL · On-site

Small Groups Pastor Reports to: Adult Ministry Pastor Hours: Full-Time Status: Full-Time, Exempt DESCRIPTION: The Small Groups Pastor provides leadership and direction for all aspects of adult ...

Stateline Church

Small Groups Pastor

Rockford, IL · On-site

Small Groups Pastor Reports to: Adult Ministry Pastor Hours: Full-Time Status: Full-Time, Exempt DESCRIPTION: The Small Groups Pastor provides leadership and direction for all aspects of adult ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for small groups pastor in the United States is $48,640.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $57,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Small Groups Pastor oversees the development, growth, and health of small group ministries within a church. They recruit and train group leaders, create resources for discipleship, and encourage community engagement. Their role includes fostering spiritual growth, ensuring alignment with the church’s vision, and supporting members in building meaningful relationships. They may also organize events, provide pastoral care, and assess group effectiveness.

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To thrive as a Small Groups Pastor, you need a solid background in theology or ministry, experience in leading and developing small groups, and often a bachelor’s degree in ministry or a related field. Familiarity with church management software, online communication platforms, and event coordination tools is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, and the ability to inspire and shepherd volunteers are standout soft skills for this role. These competencies are vital for effectively nurturing community, supporting spiritual growth, and ensuring the health and expansion of small group ministries.

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Small Groups Pastor

Stateline Church

Rockford, IL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Help implement and oversee a comprehensive strategy for adult discipleship through small groups, classes, and connection opportunities.

  • Recruit, train, and shepherd small group leaders; provide ongoing coaching and care.

  • Develop annual goals and ministry budgets for small groups and men's ministry.

Job description

Position: Small Groups Pastor
Reports to: Adult Ministry Pastor
Hours: Full-Time
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
DESCRIPTION:
The Small Groups Pastor provides leadership and direction for all aspects of adult discipleship, with a special focus on small groups and men's ministry. This role ensures that every adult at Stateline Church has opportunities to connect in an authentic community, grow in their faith, and live out God's mission.
The ideal candidate is a relational leader with a heart for discipleship, a strategic mind for systems, and a passion for helping people take next steps in their spiritual journey.
HIRING REQUIREMENTS:
  1. Follower of Jesus Christ.
  2. Strong alignment with Stateline Ch urch's vision, mission, and values.
  3. Demonstrated ability to envision, energize, build, motivate and lead teams.
  4. Demonstrated ability to utilize problem-solving skills.
  5. Ability to manage multiple priorities and develop systems for ministry effectiveness.
  6. Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
  7. Strong communication, teaching, and relational skills.
  8. Proven ability to recruit, equip, and lead volunteer teams.
  9. Organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects.
  10. Bachelor's degree in ministry, theology, or related field preferred.
  11. Minimum 3-5 years of pastoral experience in small group or adult ministry leadership preferred.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:
  1. Contribute to Stateline Church's overall mission.
  2. Commit to pursue full devotion to Jesus Christ.
  3. Commit to adhere to Stateline's core values and axioms.
  4. Participate regularly in the life and worship of Stateline.
  5. Takes a "how can I help" approach to ministry.
  6. Commit to the Matthew 18 relational conflict resolution process in all relationships.
  7. Adhere to a high level of confidentiality.

RESPONSIBILITIES & COMMITMENTS:
1. Small Groups & Adult Discipleship
  • Help implement and oversee a comprehensive strategy for adult discipleship through small groups, classes, and connection opportunities.
  • Recruit, train, and shepherd small group leaders; provide ongoing coaching and care.
  • Create and/or oversee pathways for people to connect into groups easily (new member integration, seasonal sign-ups, etc.).
  • Collaborate with programming and creative teams to align group content with Stateline's vision and sermon series.
  • Evaluate the health and effectiveness of small groups, ensuring consistent vision and quality.

2. Pastoral Leadership & Care
  • Provide pastoral support, guidance, and prayer for group leaders and group members as needed.
  • Assist with spiritual formation efforts such as baptism, Start Lunch, and next-step classes.
  • Participate in weekend services (hosting, prayer teams, next steps area, etc.).
  • Support church-wide initiatives and collaborate with other ministry leaders to align adult discipleship with the overall mission.

3. Administrative & Strategic Responsibilities
  • Develop annual goals and ministry budgets for small groups and men's ministry.
  • Maintain group databases, attendance, and metrics to track engagement and growth.
  • Communicate effectively through digital platforms, social media, and print to promote discipleship opportunities when needed.
  • Stay current with best practices and resources in adult discipleship and leadership development.
  • Participate in weddings, funerals, and pastoral care as needed.
  • Lead or assist with church-wide projects and events.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive and/or Lead Pastor.

Success in This Role Looks Like:
  • A thriving culture of small groups where adults are connecting and growing in their faith.
  • Men are engaged, equipped, and serving in meaningful ways.
  • Leaders are developed, cared for, and multiplying.
  • Adult discipleship is clear, consistent, and aligned with Stateline's mission of

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