Associate Pastor, Bethel Bible Church, Winamac, IN

Grace College and Seminary; Winamac (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A church in Winamac, Indiana, seeks an Associate Pastor to lead family and discipleship ministries. The ideal candidate will have theological training, excellent teaching skills, and a commitment to gospel ministry. Responsibilities include overseeing youth and children's ministries and collaborating with the church leadership team.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Annual Ministry Expenses

Supportive Church Family

Qualifications

• Sufficient theological training and/or ministry experience.
• Ability to teach God's Word effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and equip families in integrated and age-specific ministries.
• Oversee youth and children's ministries.
• Engage in continuing education and small groups.

Skills

Teamwork

Teaching

Communication

Education

Theological Training

Job description

Associate Pastor Position Description - Bethel Bible Church

www.bethelbiblechurch.org

Position Summary

The purpose of the Associate Pastor is to serve the church body through equipping, overseeing, and shepherding. This position will work with and report to the lead pastor. The Associate Pastor will become an Elder and a member of the Church Council unless reasons to delay that appointment are mutually agreed upon during the hiring process. The ideal candidate is spiritually and theologically mature, skilled in mentoring, pastoral care, team-building, and strongly committed to gospel ministry within a local church context.

While this role involves joining the pastoral team in performing all duties as assigned, specific responsibilities include (% of time expected):

1. Family Ministry (70%)
   • Lead and equip Bethel to responsibly partner with and resource families in both integrated and age-specific ministries to achieve our mission.
   • Oversee and develop Bethel’s youth ministry and team, including teaching, planning, and coordinating youth activities personally and through the youth ministry team.
   • Oversee and develop children’s ministries, including mobilizing, coaching, and supervising leaders and volunteers.
2. Partner with an Elder and Music Team for ministry; other assignments may include teaching and preaching, outreach, small group ministry, and church community building, aligned with the Associate Pastor’s gifts and passions.

It is assumed that all pastors engage in continuing education, participate in small groups, and model servanthood beyond their specific job responsibilities.

About Bethel Bible Church

We are a church family of 140-160 members located in Winamac, Indiana, with a history spanning nearly 200 years. Our multi-generational congregation values depth and vitality, seeking to live out the Great Commission by making disciples through faithful teaching, loving, and communicating God's Word.

You Are...

A godly, intentional, gospel-driven disciplemaker who loves Jesus and people. You are organized, a team player, and eager for collaborative ministry.

You Will...

Be responsible for family and discipleship ministries that reach and mobilize people for gospel ministry within their families, church, and spheres of influence. You will combine leadership and communication skills with humility and patience to achieve objectives.

Qualifications

Sufficient theological training and/or ministry experience, agreement with our Statement of Faith, excellent people skills, ability to teach God's Word effectively, teamwork, and music ability to lead congregational singing.

We Offer...

Competitive salary, annual ministry and education expenses, a supportive church family, and a unified leadership team.

Contact Us

Send your resume, cover letter, and other relevant materials to [e-mail].

Approved January 8, 2025