Associate Pastor

Praxis, Inc.; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Commensurate salary

Part-time role

Flexible work structure

Spiritual health & formation

Job summary

New Denver Church in Denver seeks a part-time Associate Pastor (24–28 hrs/wk) to join the pastoral team. The role emphasizes pastoral care, discipleship, and leading gatherings, especially for men.

You will connect with visitors and newcomers, minister within a relational team, and contribute to spiritual formation and mission. The position requires a grounded, emotionally intelligent leader who can preach, provide care, and support community events and justice initiatives while maintaining a

Qualifications

• Master's level seminary education strongly preferred.
• Pastoral ministry experience in local church or parachurch.
• Vocational calling to pastoral ministry.
• Experience engaging men's ministry programs.

Responsibilities

• Shepherding and pastoral care for visitors and members.
• Lead a Discipleship Group and spiritual formation pathways.
• Plan and lead community events, including men's retreats and retreats.
• Provide ongoing pastoral counseling and care.
• Officiate weddings and funerals as needed.
• Be a visible Sunday presence and lead liturgical elements.
• Support mission and justice initiatives with the church.

Skills

Pastoral care

Discipleship

Emotional intelligence

Church leadership

Men's ministry

Relationship building

Education

Master's level seminary education

Tools

Planning Center

Google Workspace

Mac OS

Job description

The Organization:

New Denver Church is a contemplative, justice-oriented faith community rooted in the way of Jesus, seeking to cultivate spiritual formation, meaningful community, and faithful presence in the city. With a deep commitment to wholeness, healing, and mission, NDC creates space for individuals to grow spiritually while actively engaging the needs of the world around them.

The church is marked by a thoughtful theological ethos, a steady and unhurried pace, and a strong emphasis on relational discipleship. As a growing community, NDC values leaders who are grounded, self-aware, and able to hold tension with grace while guiding others toward deeper faith and connection.

The Position:

New Denver Church is seeking a part-time Associate Pastor (24–28 hours/week) to join its pastoral team and help shepherd the life of the community. This individual will play a key role in providing pastoral care, fostering discipleship, and leading meaningful gatherings and events.

This pastor will complement the existing team by bringing a distinct yet aligned presence—someone who leads from the heart with wisdom, humility, and emotional intelligence. The role is deeply relational, requiring a steady, grounded leader who can connect meaningfully with individuals, particularly men and newcomers, while contributing to the broader spiritual life of the church.

Responsibilities:

• Shepherding & Pastoral Care


• Build relationships with visitors and newcomers, helping them meaningfully connect into the life of the church


• Provide pastoral care and discipleship, with a focus on men's ministry


• Meet one-on-one with members of the community for support, guidance, and spiritual formation


• Lead a Discipleship Group and contribute to the development of spiritual formation pathways


• Events & Community Engagement


• Plan and lead key community events including men's retreats, backpacking trips, contemplative retreats, and workshops


• Facilitate “Discovering NDC” gatherings and new member integration experiences


• Support mission and justice initiatives, including partnership trips (e.g., Guatemala)


• General Pastoral Presence


• Be a visible and relational presence on Sundays, engaging with the community and leading liturgical elements


• Preach or teach periodically throughout the year


• Officiate weddings and funerals as needed


• Provide ongoing pastoral counseling and care


• Administrative & Team Support


• Assist with general administrative tasks, communication, and coordination


• Maintain timely communication (email, database updates, planning tools)


• Support staff and key volunteers in executing ministry initiatives

Qualifications:

• Character & Spiritual Formation


• Demonstrates integrity, humility, and spiritual maturity consistent with biblical leadership (e.g., 1 Timothy 3, Titus 1, 1 Peter 5)


• Self-aware and reflective, with an understanding of personal strengths, limitations, and growth areas


• Aligned with the mission, vision, values, and theological ethos of New Denver Church


• Core Competencies


• Warm, relational, and people-oriented with a genuine care for others' growth and well-being


• High emotional intelligence with the ability to listen, discern, and respond thoughtfully


• Collaborative team player who empowers others and contributes to a healthy staff culture


• Strong communicator, comfortable leading both individuals and groups


• Able to plan and execute events with a solid level of organization and follow-through


• Experience & Skills


• Master's level seminary education strongly preferred


• Previous experience in local church or parachurch ministry


• Clear sense of vocational calling to pastoral ministry


• Comfortable using Mac systems, Google Workspace, and tools such as Planning Center


• Additional Expectations


• Ability to work at least 16 hours/week in person (Tuesdays, Thursdays, Sunday mornings)


• Active participation in the life of the church community


• Willingness to meet current NDC membership and leadership commitments

Salary + Benefits:

• Commensurate salary based on experience; Part-time role (24–28 hours/week)


• Opportunity to contribute meaningfully within a spiritually grounded, relationally rich community


• Flexible work structure with a blend of in-person and remote work


• Environment that encourages spiritual health, Sabbath rhythms, and ongoing personal formation

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