The Gospel Coalition
Associate Pastor of Discipleship at First Baptist Church, Otsego MI
The Gospel Coalition, Lansing, Michigan, United States,
First Baptist is prayerfully seeking a man of God who will partner in gospel ministry with us as an associate pastor. He would partner with the Senior Pastor and leadership in overseeing the care of souls and assist in the life and direction of this local church.The Associate Pastor’s main ministry would center on pastoral care through discipleship and equipping of God’s people at FBC.Job Description
Youth & Parents DiscipleshipProvide oversight and leadership for FBC’s student ministries (Jr./Sr. High). Assist in the development and care of the youth through Bible teaching, counseling, discipleship, and training. This includes the developing the integration of student ministry with the larger church body, its vision, and purpose.Disciple and equip parents/families of FBC students towards godly maturity in the home. Offer godly counsel in conflict resolution and facilitate strategies for spiritual growth and maturity in the home.Disciple and equip adult leaders to disciple effectively among students. Develop strategies for reproducing godly student and adult leadership.Oversee and provide direction in partnership with student ministry leaders for student ministry events, retreats, trips, and service projects.In accountability to and partnership with the Senior Pastor and Leadership, seek to help FBC grow into mature disciples. Specific shepherding opportunities would include:Men’s Discipleship – Coordinating and participating in FBC’s ongoing discipleship of men. Further develop and assist in future growth in this area.Counseling – Potentially participate in our “New Growth Biblical Counseling” ministry. Offer pastoral guidance through one-on-one counseling of both church and community members.
(*Biblical Counseling training helpful. Willingness and desire for further training/certification if no experience)General Pastor/Elder Responsibilities – participate in the soul care of the flock by assisting with general vision/direction, worship service leadership, periodic preaching, and administrative guidance to various church ministries/outreaches throughout the year.
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Youth & Parents DiscipleshipProvide oversight and leadership for FBC’s student ministries (Jr./Sr. High). Assist in the development and care of the youth through Bible teaching, counseling, discipleship, and training. This includes the developing the integration of student ministry with the larger church body, its vision, and purpose.Disciple and equip parents/families of FBC students towards godly maturity in the home. Offer godly counsel in conflict resolution and facilitate strategies for spiritual growth and maturity in the home.Disciple and equip adult leaders to disciple effectively among students. Develop strategies for reproducing godly student and adult leadership.Oversee and provide direction in partnership with student ministry leaders for student ministry events, retreats, trips, and service projects.In accountability to and partnership with the Senior Pastor and Leadership, seek to help FBC grow into mature disciples. Specific shepherding opportunities would include:Men’s Discipleship – Coordinating and participating in FBC’s ongoing discipleship of men. Further develop and assist in future growth in this area.Counseling – Potentially participate in our “New Growth Biblical Counseling” ministry. Offer pastoral guidance through one-on-one counseling of both church and community members.
(*Biblical Counseling training helpful. Willingness and desire for further training/certification if no experience)General Pastor/Elder Responsibilities – participate in the soul care of the flock by assisting with general vision/direction, worship service leadership, periodic preaching, and administrative guidance to various church ministries/outreaches throughout the year.
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