ASSOCIATE PASTOR Highland Crest Baptist Church

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is seeking an Associate Pastor for Highland Crest Baptist Church in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The role involves preaching, teaching, and leading various ministries, while providing pastoral care and supporting evangelistic efforts.

The ideal candidate will hold formal theological education, meet the Biblical qualifications for pastoral leadership, and has experience in ministry. This is a vital position within our church community, emphasizing pastoral responsibilities and local outreach.

Qualifications

• Meets the Biblical qualifications for Pastor/Elder as outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9.
• Demonstrates a clear calling to pastoral ministry.
• Affirms and supports the Baptist Faith and Message (2000).
• Experience in church ministry or related pastoral roles.

Responsibilities

• Preach and teach the Word of God as assigned by the Lead Pastor.
• Assist in planning and leading worship services when requested.
• Provide Bible counseling when appropriate.
• Support the church’s evangelistic outreach efforts.

Skills

Biblical qualifications for Pastor/Elder

Pastoral counseling

Leadership development

Evangelism

Education

Formal theological education (seminary training preferred)

Job description

Highland Crest Baptist Church
Green Bay, WI
http://www.highlandcrestbaptist.com

Associate Pastor – Green Bay, Wisconsin

The Associate Pastor of Highland Crest Baptist Church serves alongside the Lead Pastor to shepherd the congregation through preaching, teaching, leading discipleship, pastoral care, and evangelism.

Main Responsibilities

1. Preaching and Teaching

• Preach and teach the Word of God as assigned by the Lead Pastor
• Assist in planning and leading worship services when requested
• Teach Bible studies, classes, and small groups
• Assist in developing and overseeing discipleship ministries (i.e. Sunday morning Bible studies, home small groups, Wednesday evening discipleship)
• Work with Sunday School Director to provide training, curriculum, and encouragement for classes
• Work with host homes and small group leaders to plan, recruit, organize, and monitor home small groups that meet throughout the week.
• Identify discipling material and leaders for Wednesday evening studies at the church building.
• Collaborate with men and women’s ministry leaders to ensure activities align with discipling and evangelism.
• Assist Lead Pastor in developing leaders through curriculum called “Building Godly Leaders.”

3. Pastoral Care

• Provide Bible counseling when appropriate
• Participate in pastoral care, including hospital visitation, counseling, and member care
• Assist with weddings, funerals, baptisms, and ordinances of the church
• Support church discipline and restoration efforts consistent with Scripture

4. Evangelism and Missions

• Support the church’s evangelistic outreach efforts (i.e. local outreach events and ministry in Senegal, Africa, or other locations)

Qualifications

Biblical and Spiritual

• Meets the Biblical qualifications for Pastor/Elder as outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9
• Demonstrates a clear calling to pastoral ministry
• Affirms and supports the Baptist Faith and Message (2000)

Education and Experience

• Formal theological education (seminary training preferred)
• Experience in church ministry or related pastoral roles