Discipleship & Leadership Pastor

Reformed Theological Seminary; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

First Reformed Church is seeking an associate pastor to shepherd the flock through discipleship, ministry coordination, and faithful teaching of God’s Word. The role emphasizes leadership development, visitation, and pastoral care within a Reformed context.

The candidate will preach and teach regularly, lead small groups, and collaborate with the senior pastor to equip members for ministry, while fostering a welcoming environment for visitors and new members.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates godly character and spiritual maturity.
• Cultivates a deep and disciplined life of prayer.
• Preaches and teaches God’s Word with faithfulness, clarity, and conviction.
• Is ordained or ordainable in the Alliance of Reformed Churches.
• Affirms infant baptism and supports church doctrine and practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for ministry coordination and adult ministries.
• Preach 7–10 times per year and teach adult discipleship and membership classes.
• Lead and disciple small groups and develop leaders for committees and ministries.
• Provide pastoral care, visit the sick, and offer crisis counseling; participate in weddings and funerals.

Skills

Pastoral leadership

Discipleship

Biblical teaching

Church administration

Team collaboration

Prayer life

Education

Master of Divinity

Job description

First Reformed Church is seeking an associate pastor to shepherd the flock through discipleship, ministry coordination, and faithful teaching of God’s Word. The role emphasizes leadership development, visitation, and pastoral care within a Reformed context.

The candidate will preach and teach regularly, lead small groups, and collaborate with the senior pastor to equip members for ministry, while fostering a welcoming environment for visitors and new members.