Associate Pastor

Brethren in Christ U.S.; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

West Side Brethren in Christ Church in Chambersburg, PA seeks an Associate Pastor to assist the senior pastor and work toward succession planning. The role involves preaching, teaching, pastoral care, and leadership development within the church family.

The successful candidate will be licensed or working toward licensure, demonstrate strong biblical knowledge, and be willing to be mentored by the current senior pastor. Expect collaborative ministry with the Church Board and staff.

Qualifications

• Firm commitment to God and Jesus Christ demonstrated by testimony and written statement.
• Well‑funded base of Biblical knowledge.
• Become a member of the West Side Brethren in Christ congregation.
• Knowledge of Brethren in Christ theology including anabaptism, pietism, Wesleyanism and evangelicalism.
• Meet the standards for elders as given in I Tim 3:1-7, Titus 1:7-16
• Be licensed or work toward obtaining a minister’s license from the Brethren in Christ Church.
• Affirm the Articles of Faith and be submissive to church leadership and Conference decisions.
• Meet the standard for Pastors in the Manuel of Doctrine and Government.
• Desire to become ordained.
• Life goal of becoming the senior pastor of a congregation.
• Willingness to be mentored by the current senior pastor to master the position of senior pastor at West Side.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pastor with duties as assigned.
• Assist, plan and prepare worship services for special occasions such as Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Communion, etc.
• Teach adult and youth Sunday School classes.
• Lead small groups and Wednesday evening Bible studies.
• Make hospital and home visits as needed.
• Prepare and present sermons.
• Be available for counselling, discipling and life instruction.
• Direct the Bible School Committee to plan the Bible school activities.
• Direct the Youth Group.
• Develop an effective outreach program.
• Attend all Board meetings and Committee meetings as a nonvoting member.
• Meet with the pastor biweekly.
• Work closely with the Church Administrative Assistant to become familiar with administrative procedures.
• Develop knowledge of church facilities and operating procedures.
• Attend pastoral seminars and training sessions.
• Attend Allegheny Regional conference and General Assembly.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Exemplary character

Mentoring

Pastoral care

Education

Licensed minister (or pursuing license)

Job description

Church Overview

Meeting Address: 2665 Lincoln Way W
Chambersburg, PA 17202

Lead Pastor: W. David Kent
Average Attendance: 75-100
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Position Overview

The position of associate pastor is to assist the senior pastor with all the duties of pastoral ministry at West Side Brethren in Christ Church, with a goal of succeeding the current pastor at a time decided with the senior pastor, associate pastor and the Church Board.

Qualifications

• A firm commitment and testimony of Associate Pastor’s commitment to God and His son Jesus Christ as demonstrated by personal testimony and written statement.
• Well‑funded base of Biblical knowledge
• Become a member of the West Side Brethren in Christ congregation.
• Knowledge of Brethren in Christ theology including anabaptism, pietism, Wesleyanism and evangelicalism.
• Meet the standards for elders as given in I Tim 3: 1-7, Titus 1: 7-16
• Be licensed or work toward obtaining a minister’s license from the Brethren in Christ Church.
• Affirm the Articles of Faith and be submissive to church leadership and Conference decisions.
• Meet the standard for Pastors in the Manuel of Doctrine and Government.
• Desire to become ordained.
• Life goal of becoming the senior pastor of a congregation.
• Willingness to be mentored by the current senior pastor to master the position of senior pastor at West Side.
• Leadership abilities.
• Demonstrate exemplary character in relationships, finances and lifestyle.

Duties

• Assist the pastor with duties as assigned.
• Assist, plan and prepare worship services for special occasions such as Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Communion, etc.
• Teach adult and youth Sunday School classes.
• Lead small groups and Wednesday evening Bible studies.
• Make hospital and home visits as needed.
• Prepare and present sermons.
• Be available for counselling, discipling and life instruction.
• Direct the Bible School Committee to plan the Bible school activities.
• Direct the Youth Group.
• Develop an effective outreach program.
• Attend all Board meetings and Committee meetings as a nonvoting member.
• Meet with the pastor biweekly.
• Work closely with the Church Administrative Assistant to become familiar with administrative procedures.
• Develop knowledge of church facilities and operating procedures.
• Attend pastoral seminars and training sessions.
• Attend Allegheny Regional conference and General Assembly.

Appointment and Terms of Service

• Appointed by the Church Board and Pastor in consultation with the Bishop.
• Terms of service and compensation negotiated by the Church Board in consultation with the Bishop.

How to Apply

Those who are interested in the Associate Pastor position should submit a resume to Pastor Dave Kent at [e-mail].

Published on May 8, 2026