Associate Pastor of Discipleship

JOB DESCRIPTION

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, GLEN ROSE, TEXAS

MINISTRY DESCRIPTION: ASSOCIATE PASTOR OF DISCIPLESHIP

EMPLOYMENT - FULL TIME

I Personal Walk The Associate Pastor of Discipleship should demonstrate a Christian lifestyle of a deep, growing relationship with Jesus Christ. You are the face of First Baptist Church Glen Rose and will represent FBC to members and non-members in a Christ‑like manner. Confidentiality is of the utmost importance. II General Maintain a growing relationship with Jesus Christ through prayer, scripture, and accountability. Maintain healthy relationships at home with their family. Serve and collaborate with other staff members in a spirit of unity and support. Participate in corporate worship, staff meetings, small groups, and special services. Support the church with regular gifts of tithes and offerings. Provide pastoral care, counseling and officiate weddings/funerals as needed. Preach or teach when called upon by the Senior Pastor. III Supervision The Associate Pastor of Discipleship reports directly to the Senior Pastor. Subject to the employment guidelines as stated in the current Employee Handbook. IV Responsibilities Small Groups & Pastor Care Develop and lead a multiplying small group system that fosters spiritual growth and authentic community. Recruit, train, and equip adult small group leaders. Select and distribute biblically sound group curriculum and resources. Ensure pastoral care and shepherding happens effectively through small group structure. Next Steps & Growth Track Oversee Growth Track as a key entry point for membership, serving, and spiritual next steps. Recruit and train a team of Growth Track leaders and facilitators. Guide new believers, members, and attendees through next steps including baptism, serving, and small groups. Follow up with decisions for Christ, new believers, and spiritual questions. Develop and maintain systems to connect people with spiritual mentors. Create and teach occasional discipleship classes, training events, or workshops as needed. Leadership, Teaching & Team Culture Identify and develop high‑capacity leaders to serve in various discipleship roles. Collaborate closely with the Senior Pastor and ministry staff to ensure alignment of discipleship across all age groups. Provide teaching, preaching, and facilitation support during worship services, classes, and training events as needed. Assist in church‑wide pastoral care and ministry initiatives. Other duties as assigned by the Senior Pastor. V Personal Requirements A growing relationship with Jesus Christ. Passionate about helping people grow in their faith, relationships, and leadership. Emotionally healthy, humble, and grounded in the authority of scripture. Proven experience leading small groups, discipleships systems, and assimilation ministries. Strong communication, teaching, and interpersonal skills. Dependable, reliable, and committed to the mission of the church. Competent in pastoral care, counseling, and mentoring. VI Educational Requirements Master of Divinity (MDiv) from an accredited Seminary or a MA in Discipleship/Christian Education from an accredited University with ministry‑related programs. Ten (10) years’ experience as Pastor or Discipleship Pastor in a Southern Baptist Church #J-18808-Ljbffr Southern Baptists of Texas Convention