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Associate Pastor

Renton, WA · On-site

$60 - $85/hr

Associate Pastor - English Ministry (Renton, WA) We are a Bible-believing, Christ-centered church ... Teach and disciple through classes, small groups, and leader development * Shepherd and build a ...

Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ

$65 - $85/hr

With the recent departure of a pastor who accepted a call to a Senior Pastor position, we seek an ... small groups. * Ability to relate to individuals of all ages - to include members of the church ...

SBC Executive Committee

Associate Pastor

Winnemucca, NV · On-site

$70 - $86/hr

Provide leadership to and help develop adult discipleship and administration of small groups at ... Associate Pastor REQUIREMENTS: * Be born-again and living a dedicated Christian life. * Possess ...

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Slingshot Group

Young Adults Pastor

Norman, OK · On-site

This role focuses on pastoral teaching, building community through small groups, planning impactful events, and raising up the next generation of volunteer leaders. The Young Adults Pastor will also ...

Eagle Brook Church

Pastor of Groups

Apple Valley, MN · On-site +1

$60K - $63K/yr

PASTOR OF GROUPS // EAGLE BROOK CHURCH JOB OBJECTIVES * Champions Eagle Brook's value of Connecting ... small group * 2+ years of experience building, leading and developing effective volunteer and ...

Ecclesia

Campus Pastor - Downtown

Houston, TX

Equip and empower leaders for small groups, classes, and formation pathways. * Foster growth in ... Executive Pastor * Collaborates with: Central Ministry Leaders (Worship & Gatherings, Family ...

Ecclesia Houston

Campus Pastor - Downtown

Houston, TX · On-site

Equip and empower leaders for small groups, classes, and formation pathways. * Foster growth in ... Executive Pastor * Collaborates with: Central Ministry Leaders (Worship & Gatherings, Family ...

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How much do small groups pastor jobs pay per year?

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.

What does a Small Groups Pastor do?

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.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a Small Groups Pastor?

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.

What are common challenges a Small Groups Pastor might face and how can they be addressed?

Small Groups Pastors often encounter challenges such as maintaining member engagement, developing volunteer leaders, and ensuring the groups reflect the diversity and needs of the congregation. Navigating varying personalities and spiritual backgrounds can require flexibility and strong conflict-resolution skills. Proactive communication, ongoing leader training, and regularly updating group offerings are some effective ways to address these challenges. Many pastors also find it valuable to foster relationships with other church staff and integrate their small group ministry with the larger church vision. Embracing these strategies can help create a thriving, supportive, and growing small group environment.

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Infographic showing various Small Groups Pastor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,640 per year, or $23.4 per hour.

Assistant Discipleship Pastor

Chapel Pointe

Hudsonville, MI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Vision  

Transformed Followers of Jesus - Passionately Responding to God - Rooted in Prayer and the Bible - Equipping Disciples.  


Purpose 
The Associate Discipleship Pastor will cultivate a culture of disciple-making at Chapel Pointe through adult discipleship ministries at all sites. They will partner with leaders to ensure alignment and impact, and champion the vision to see transformed followers of Jesus passionately responding to God.


Job Responsibilities 

Marriage & Parenting Ministry Leadership

  • Provide leadership, vision, and strategy for our marriage ministry. In this, creating a cohesive marriage ministry plan that involves pre-marital, ongoing marriage investment, and pastoral care for broken or hurting marriages
  • Develop the systems, processes, and recurring marriage environments and resources that are necessary for individuals and couples to be effectively ministered to
  • Train and coordinate volunteer teams at the Hudsonville campus to own and implement the marriage ministry strategy
  • Work alongside our other campuses to ensure marriage ministry is effectively implemented across each unique campus context
  • Partner with the family ministry team in recommending resources for parents to be better equipped to disciple their kids


Hudsonville Discipleship Ministry

  • Run the pastoral side of the membership and baptism processes, ensuring people have a clear understanding of doctrinal and practical implications as they go through each process at the Hudsonville campus
  • Oversee planning, training, and coordinating teachers for adult discipleship classes at the Hudsonville campus
  • Serve as one of the primary teachers and content writers within our adult discipleship ministry


Leader Development 

  • Lead the “Multiply” step of the Discipleship Pathway, crafting content and training that connects organically to the “Grow” step and mobilizes leaders to become disciple-makers. 
  • Serve as a primary teacher and trainer in Adult Discipleship environments, equipping teachers, facilitators, and small group leaders. 
  • Partner with the Small Groups Pastor to create robust training content for table facilitators and group leaders to thrive as disciple-makers. 
  • Engage in leadership pipelines to identify, equip, and empower future leaders for multiplication. 


 Personal Expectations  

  • A clear and growing relationship with Jesus Christ, living a life that reflects spiritual maturity and character aligned with 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1. 
  • A heart for disciple-making and equipping others to live out their spiritual giftedness.  
  • Experienced servant-leader, exemplifying the humility and attitude of Christ
  • Consistent personal habits of prayer, bible study, and giving
  • Flexible and adaptive to movements of the Holy Spirit as it relates to the larger picture of Chapel Pointe 
  • Demonstrates a personal lifestyle that is consistent in word and practice with the teaching of the bible
  • Understands and embraces the Chapel Pointe Statement of Faith, Constitution, Vision Statement and Core Values


Qualifications  

  • Proven experience in adult discipleship, group leadership, or pastoral ministry. 
  • Strong communication and teaching skills, both written and verbal. 
  • Experience leading paid and volunteer teams within a multi-campus environment