Associate Minister Troy Christian Church

Kentucky Christian University; Troy (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing church in Ohio is seeking a full-time Associate Minister dedicated to making disciples. The role includes overseeing outreach initiatives, managing Growth Class ministries, and participating in preaching duties. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership in developing ministry teams and orienting newcomers. A commitment to personal spiritual growth and church's mission is essential, as well as skills in training, recruitment, and communication. The position offers a unique opportunity to impact the church's vision and growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in church leadership or ministry.
• Ability to oversee and train ministry teams.
• Strong communication skills for preaching.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision for church outreach efforts.
• Oversee Growth Class ministry execution.
• Partner in preaching for Sunday services.
• Develop and support all ministry teams.
• Conduct orientation classes for newcomers.

Skills

Outreach vision and direction

Curriculum planning

Recruitment and training of leaders

Public speaking and preaching

Personal devotion and spiritual growth

Job description

Associate Minister – Troy Christian Church

Church Name: Troy Christian Church

Address: 1440 East SR 55, Troy, Ohio 45373

Average Attendance: 270

Church Website: https://www.troycc.org/

Contact: Chris Heiss, Phone: [phone], Email: [e-mail]

Troy Christian Church is seeking a full‑time Associate Minister who is passionate about our mission to make disciples who make disciples. We are a growing church currently around 300 in attendance located just north of Dayton, Ohio, with a compelling vision for significant growth and relocation to a new home on the 38 acres of land we already own. Our current staff consists of a full‑time Lead Minister and Student Minister, and part‑time positions including Children’s Minister, Worship Minister and Administrative Assistant. We are looking for a full‑time Associate Minister to champion ministry areas we believe are key to accelerating our growth: Outreach, Growth Classes, Ministry Teams and our Discipleship Classes. The Associate Minister will also play a key role in preaching that will grow in the future based on our succession plan.

Areas of Oversight

Outreach

The Associate Minister is charged with ensuring that Outreach remains a primary focus of the church, reflective of God’s heart for people apart from God. They will provide vision and direction for church outreach efforts, build a team to lead outreach initiatives, and support outreach efforts across ministries.

Growth Classes

The Associate Minister oversees the Growth Class ministry, including teachers, classes and curriculum. Responsibilities include recruitment, training and evaluation of teachers, planning class offerings, and selecting Biblically accurate and relevant curriculum aligned with the church’s strategic direction.

Ministry Teams

The Associate Minister will oversee all ministry teams that are not age or worship/tech related. They will develop leaders and teams that support the mission of "Making disciples who make disciples", recruit and train ministry team leaders, and foster a volunteer culture encouraging service based on gifts and equip.

Discipleship Classes

The Associate Minister oversees orientation classes for newcomers, covering becoming a Christian, church membership, spiritual disciplines, stewardship, serving in ministry, faith sharing and discipleship. They will recruit and develop teaching partners and ensure these classes become part of TCC culture and expected orientation.

Preaching

The Associate Minister will partner in the preaching for Sunday morning worship services, working with the Lead Minister on planning and participation. They will begin preaching approximately 20% of the time and progressively increase that amount over time.

Expectations for all staff

• Personal devotion to Jesus as shown through spiritual disciplines and personal holiness.
• Personal spiritual growth through corporate worship and small group involvement.
• Personal commitment to marriage and family relationships in balance with ministry responsibilities.
• Personal involvement in intentional relationships to accomplish the church’s mission.
• A passion for ministry arising from a calling from the Lord.
• Commitment to the Elders as church overseers and the Lead Minister as staff administrator.
• The building of a team ministry with all TCC staff and elders.
• Developing, equipping and empowering volunteers and ministry leaders.
• Belief in the Bible as the inerrant Word of God.
• Personal ministry development in areas of concentration.
• A commitment to the core values of Troy Christian Church.

Questions and resumes can be emailed to: [e-mail]