Associate Pastor: Teaching, Eldership & Discipleship

Reformed Theological Seminary; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

First Central Bible Church in Chicopee, Massachusetts, is seeking a full-time Associate Pastor who will play a vital role in teaching and shepherding. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of ministry experience, a strong teaching gift, and a commitment to spiritual integrity.

This position offers the chance to engage with the community and lead in various ministry areas like discipleship and next-generation programs. Compensation includes salary and benefits, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• A clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ with spiritual maturity.
• Minimum of 5 years of ministry experience in a local church setting.
• Alignment with church’s doctrinal statement and pastoral leadership convictions.

Responsibilities

• Share preaching and teaching responsibilities with the Lead Pastor.
• Serve as an elder and participate in spiritual leadership.
• Provide leadership to ministry areas based on gifting.

Skills

Teaching and communication

Ministry leadership

Pastoral care

Team collaboration

Education

Master of Divinity (M.Div) or similar theological training

Job description

First Central Bible Church in Chicopee, Massachusetts, is seeking a full-time Associate Pastor who will play a vital role in teaching and shepherding. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of ministry experience, a strong teaching gift, and a commitment to spiritual integrity.

This position offers the chance to engage with the community and lead in various ministry areas like discipleship and next-generation programs. Compensation includes salary and benefits, commensurate with experience.