Associate Pastor of Worship and Discipleship

Founders Ministries, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Christ the King Baptist Church in Florida is seeking a spiritually mature Associate Pastor of Worship and Discipleship to lead weekly worship, disciple volunteers, and support church ministries under the Senior Pastor. The role combines worship leadership with discipleship, requiring a shepherd’s heart and biblically grounded leadership.

The position includes planning gospel-centered services, developing a worship team, and coordinating special services while ensuring biblically-sound music and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record in pastoral leadership and worship ministry.
• Strong biblical understanding with ability to teach and disciple.
• Proven ability to recruit, train, and shepherd volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and lead weekly gospel-centered worship services.
• Develop and shepherd worship team through recruiting and training.
• Ensure biblically-sound music with hymns and traditional/modern songs.
• Oversee worship tech: sound, video, lighting, and presentation.
• Plan special services and events with the Lead Pastor.
• Teach in Bible studies and disciple groups; oversee curriculum.

Skills

Pastoral leadership

Worship planning

Team recruitment

Communication

Organizational skills

Bible teaching

Education

Seminary education or equivalent

Tools

Sound system

Video playback

Lighting control

Job description

Position Overview

Christ the King Baptist Church is seeking a spiritually mature, musically gifted, and pastorally minded Christian man who will serve as our Associate Pastor of Worship and Discipleship. This dual role is designed for a leader who is called to assist in the shepherding of God's people through worship and the Word, while also supporting the broader ministries of the church. The Associate Pastor of Worship and Discipleship will work closely with the Senior Pastor and leadership team to carry out the Church's vision:

Christ the King Baptist Church exists to glorify God by equipping and encouraging Christian families to train up successive generations of committed disciples of Jesus Christ. We will advance the Kingdom of God throughout the world by evangelizing individuals, transforming social and civic organizations to conform to the commands of Scripture, and converting nations under the banner of Christ the King.

Primary Responsibilities

A general overview of the worship ministry leadership role:

• Planning, coordinating, and leading weekly worship services that are gospel-centered, theologically-sound, and exalt the Triune God.
• Developing and leading the worship team (musicians, vocalists, tech team) through recruiting, training, and shepherding volunteers.
• Working with the Lead Pastor to ensure that the music is biblically-sound. The music should include hymns and modern songs that have lyrics that confess biblical truth.
• Overseeing worship tech, including sound, video, lighting, and presentation.
• Working with the Lead Pastor to plan and coordinate special services (e.g., Christmas Eve, Christmas, Good Friday, Easter, Bible Conferences, and funerals).

A general overview of the discipleship ministry:

• Teaching in various settings (e.g., Bible studies, small groups, ministries).
• Recruiting, training, and supporting community group leaders.
• Assist all ministry leaders in recruiting and training volunteers.
• Assist in selecting and vetting all discipleship curriculum.
• Providing oversight for all discipleship ministries.

A general overview of additional ministry responsibilities:

• Assist the Lead Pastor with pastoral care, visits, and counseling, as needed.
• Work with all church leaders, staff, and teams to ensure continuity in the administration of the church.

Qualifications

• A testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and a life that reflects biblical qualifications for pastoral leadership (1 Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9).
• A married man who loves his wife with a sacrificial and covenantal love that reflects the gospel of Jesus Christ.
• Affirm alignment with the doctrinal statement and vision of Christ the King Baptist Church; CTKBC Statement of Faith and Church Covenant. Also, the ideal candidate will be in agreement with the following: Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy, The Danvers Statement on Biblical Manhood and Womanhood, and the Apostles' and Nicene Creeds.
• Seminary education (strongly preferred) or equivalent theological and ministry training.
• Proficient in vocal and/or instrumental leadership; able to lead congregational worship confidently.
• At least 3 years of ministry experience in a pastoral or worship leader role.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Humble, teachable spirit and a heart for discipleship and unity in the body.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Application deadline: November 3, 2025