Associate Pastor of Equipping. Bethel Baptist Church.

Associate Pastor of Equipping. Position Type: Full-Time About Bethel Baptist Church Bethel Baptist Church is a growing, multigenerational church located in Brookings, South Dakota. Bethel Baptist Church seeks to glorify God by being a church that: Exalts God’s Name — making a big deal about God in everything we do. Equips God’s People — helping one another follow Jesus in every aspect of life. Evangelizes God’s World — sharing the good news of Jesus with those in our sphere of influence and to the ends of the earth through missions. We desire to grow in reaching our oikos—those within our sphere of influence with the gospel of Jesus Christ. We desire to be a Word centered church that is known for being a welcoming community for all who come. For more information about Bethel Baptist Church, visit: bethelbaptistbrookings.org About Brookings, South Dakota Brookings, SD is on the eastern edge of South Dakota about 50 minutes north of Sioux Falls. Brookings is a town of 24,000 people and is home to South Dakota’s largest university- South Dakota State University with an enrollment of over 10,000 students. From SDSU, to several large companies (Daktronics, Larson Storm Doors, Solventum, and others) Brookings is community that continues to see steady growth. Brookings is often described as having a small town feel with some larger town amenities. It is unique in being a community where you can experience a small town feel and take in Division 1 collegiate sports (Go Jackrabbits), high quality theater and music productions from the University, all without leaving Brookings. Brookings provides many unique ministry opportunities for the local church to engage in. Position Summary The Pastor of Equipping will provide leadership, oversight, and support for Bethel’s deacon ministries, assimilation strategy, and Life Group ministry. This individual will work closely with the pastors, elders, deacons, ministry leaders, and staff to help advance the church’s mission of exalting God’s name, equipping God’s people, and evangelizing God’s world. Qualifications The successful candidate will: Be a follower of Jesus Christ who meets the biblical qualifications for an elder as outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:6–9. Demonstrate the fruit of the Spirit as described in Galatians 5:22–23: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Possess a deep love for God’s Word as both a student and teacher. Possess a genuine love for God’s people and a shepherd’s heart for ministry. Fully affirm and support Bethel Baptist Church’s Statement of Faith and doctrinal convictions. Actively promote and advance Bethel’s mission to Exalt God’s Name, Equip God’s People, and Evangelize God’s World. Demonstrate the ability to develop, implement, oversee, and reproduce ministry initiatives. Possess strong administrative, organizational, and leadership skills. Hold an undergraduate degree in ministry or a related field (preferred). Demonstrate diligence, teamwork, leadership, integrity, initiative, and effective administrative abilities through previous work experience. Have previous ministry experience. Desire to work collaboratively with pastors, elders, deacons, staff, and volunteers for the advancement of Bethel’s mission. Primary Responsibilities 1. Deacon Ministry Leadership Provide oversight, encouragement, and support for Bethel’s deacons and their ministries. Shepherd, care for, and pray regularly with deacons. Provide administrative leadership and support for deacon-led ministries. Assist deacons in establishing vision, direction, goals, and ministry plans that align with the church’s mission and priorities. Help deacons troubleshoot challenges and address ministry needs. Conduct annual ministry reviews with each deacon to evaluate progress, establish goals, and pray together. Foster collaboration among deacons and ministry teams to accomplish shared ministry objectives. Assist in the development of new deacon positions and ministries as needed. Plan and lead quarterly training, development, and encouragement opportunities for deacons. Serve as a liaison between the Elder Board and the deacons. 2. Assimilation Develop, implement, and oversee a comprehensive assimilation pathway that guides individuals from first contact to active church membership and service. Collaborate with ministry leaders, deacons, staff, and volunteers involved in the assimilation process. Evaluate and improve assimilation systems and processes on an ongoing basis. Help ensure that guests, attenders, and new members are effectively connected to the life and ministry of the church. 3. Life Groups Evaluate and strengthen Bethel’s Life Group ministry. Recruit, train, equip, and encourage Life Group leaders. Organize and lead regular training and development opportunities for Life Group leaders. Connect new attenders and members to Life Groups. Assist in the development and multiplication of new Life Groups as needed. Conduct annual evaluations of Life Groups and their effectiveness. Champion the importance of biblical community and Life Group participation throughout the church. 4. Additional Responsibilities Preach occasionally during Sunday worship services. Participate in Elder Board meetings. Work with the elders to plan, teach, and implement adult education classes and discipleship opportunities. Participate in weekly staff meetings for prayer, ministry coordination, and planning. Carry out other ministry responsibilities as mutually agreed upon with the Senior Pastor and Elder Board. Reporting Relationships This position serves under the leadership of the Senior Pastor and Elder Board and works closely with church staff, deacons, ministry leaders, and volunteers to accomplish the mission of Bethel Baptist Church. Salary Range: $63,000 – 86,500. #J-18808-Ljbffr Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary