Multigenerational Faith Formation Pastor

Ministrywell; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Bearden Church in Knoxville, TN seeks a Pastor of Faith Formation to lead spiritual growth across all ages. The role reports to the Senior Pastor on the Executive Team and stewards faith formation in daily church life, programs, and outreach.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in church leadership, a college degree, and seminary training preferred. Responsibilities include mentoring leaders, developing intergenerational ministries, and preaching when requested.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership, mentoring, and pastoral skills.
• Five+ years of church or ministry leadership experience.
• Experience in community building and in motivating and nurturing leaders and volunteers.
• Proficiency in program development and intergenerational ministry.
• College degree required; Seminary training and/or relevant experience preferred.
• A burden for adult discipleship, spiritual formation, and equipping people to follow Jesus in everyday life.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the staff leader and coordinator for the Faith Formation Team to integrate mission, vision, and values into all ministries.
• Develop a master plan for spiritual, emotional, and relational growth for all ages.
• Identify, equip, and shepherd leaders/volunteers in the church and community.
• Help people build connections in small groups and Bible studies.
• Create a ministry environment of spiritual formation and engagement for those who are unchurched or seeking and far from God.
• Develop a comprehensive education and discipleship program for children, youth, young adults, and adults.
• Strengthen leaders through mentoring, training, and support.
• Empower members to live out their faith in mission and volunteering.
• Periodically preach and teach the congregation at the request of the Senior Pastor.
• Support the new members and deacon ministry to foster connections.
• Plan and administer appropriate sections of the church budget.
• Participate in pastoral care, staff meetings, and worship.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Pastoral skills

Community building

Intergenerational ministry

Education

College degree

Seminary training (preferred)

Job description

Central Bearden Church in Knoxville, TN seeks a Pastor of Faith Formation to lead spiritual growth across all ages. The role reports to the Senior Pastor on the Executive Team and stewards faith formation in daily church life, programs, and outreach.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in church leadership, a college degree, and seminary training preferred. Responsibilities include mentoring leaders, developing intergenerational ministries, and preaching when requested.