Congregational Care Pastor: Grace Covenant Church

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

Job summary

Grace Covenant Church is seeking a dedicated Congregational Care Pastor to enhance its ministries and support its members. The role focuses on providing pastoral care, developing leaders, and managing care programs. Ideal candidates will possess a strong biblical foundation, relevant experience, and be committed to the church's mission of transformation through grace.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant ministry experience.
• Deep, growing walk with God.
• Alignment with church values.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of care leadership training.
• Provide short-term counseling and spiritual guidance.
• Lead ministry programs like Celebrate Recovery.

Skills

Effective communication

Relational skills

People management

Conflict resolution

Stress resilience

Education

M.A. in Biblical Studies

M.A. in Christian Leadership

M.A. in Biblical Counseling

Job description

Congregational Care Pastor: Grace Covenant Church

Job Description:

About the Congregational Care Pastor

The primary focus of the Congregational Care Pastor is to serve the Lord and the body of Grace Covenant Church by overseeing all aspects of care leadership training and implementation of the GraceCares Ministries, fulfilling our mission and reflecting our core values. This role involves leading care ministry programs such as Celebrate Recovery, GriefShare, and DivorceCare, providing short-term counseling, teaching, spiritual guidance, and managing administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is a mature believer in Jesus Christ with a shepherding heart, biblical knowledge, and experience in team leadership.

The Congregational Care Pastor’s responsibilities include:

Ministry Development and Coordination:

• Serve as Worship Center Lobby Host, greeting and connecting with members/visitors
• Lead the T.E.A.M. (Training, Encouragement, Assimilation, Ministry) of Grace’s Celebrate Recovery
• Develop current and future leaders for Celebrate Recovery, GriefShare, and DivorceCare
• Complete Celebrate Recovery Step Studies; share personal testimony
• Oversee Benevolences for Congregational and Community Assistance
• Coordinate Funerals and Memorial Services
• Participate in staff and team meetings
• Lead the Grace Care Leadership Development meetings
• Delegate responsibilities such as Pastor on Call duties

Teaching and Programming:

• Develop and teach Celebrate Recovery curriculum
• Lead Celebrate Recovery sessions with lay leaders
• Plan GriefShare and DivorceCare sessions twice a year
• Train Care Ministers using Paul Tripp’s “Instruments in the Redeemer’s Hands”
• Build relationships with lay leaders of CM, CR, DC, and GS
• Provide emotional, mental, and spiritual counseling to members
• Assist with professional counseling referrals
• Coordinate with Elders on Sunday morning Elder Prayer
• Maintain confidentiality and submit expense reports

Position Qualifications:

What you bring

The ideal candidate will possess:

Education and experience

• M.A. in Biblical Studies, Christian Leadership, or Biblical Counseling
• 5+ years of relevant ministry experience

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Deep, growing walk with God and biblical authority
• Shepherding heart and pastoral care vision
• Servant leadership and team development skills
• Effective communication and relational skills
• People management and conflict resolution abilities
• Stress resilience

Personal characteristics and qualifications

• Love for Jesus and a strong work ethic
• Genuine faith and integrity
• High emotional intelligence and lifelong learning mindset
• Alignment with Grace Covenant Church’s values
• Teaching and leadership abilities
• Physical and emotional fitness for the role

Application Deadline:

07/23/2025

Job Type:

Full Time

Salary Range:

TBD

Organization Details:

Grace Covenant Church, located in north Austin, TX, with up to 3,000 members. The church emphasizes transformation through God’s grace, relationships, and ministry engagement. Led by Senior Pastor Dr. Matt Cassidy, the church has a rich history of growth and community impact.