The Discipleship Pastor is responsible for equipping and empowering God’s people to do His work at First Baptist Church. This position will lead and oversee all key discipleship initiatives of the church, including small groups, Bible studies, and specialized classes.

Responsibilities
• Develop First Baptist Church discipleship classes as the primary avenue for the spiritual growth for members
• Work with the Teaching Pastor to develop a vision, goals, and benchmarks for the Discipleship Ministry
• Continually recruit, train, empower, and equip small group leaders to disciple others
• Develop qualified leaders within the Discipleship Ministry to share in Ministry responsibilities, fostering strong relationships and spiritual growth
• Meet regularly with the Teaching Pastor to address ministry strategy and pastoral care
• Network with other church leaders and ministries to determine best practices for church ministries
• Structure and lead a periodic Membership Class to familiarize attendees with what the church believes and how it functions
• Help members find and get plugged into serving opportunities
• Available to periodically conduct weddings and funerals
• Provide biblical counseling as needed
• Assist in worship services as requested
• Oversee the staff and budget for the Discipleship Ministry
• Other duties as assigned

Character Traits
• Honesty and integrity
• Patience and a strong work ethic
• Organized
• Lifelong learner and teacher
• Strategic thinker and long-range planner
• Emotional intelligence

Qualifications
• A clear testimony of personal faith in Jesus Christ and an ongoing desire and effort to grow more Christ-like in character
• Agreement with the doctrinal statement of FBC (Baptist Faith & Message 2000)
• Consistently strive to maintain the leadership character qualifications as outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7
• An approach to ministry centered on the Bible
• Possess a strong belief in and extensive knowledge of God’s Word
• Willingness to serve God and others rather than a desire to be served
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth in a wide variety of ministry areas
• Strong people skills and the ability to relate well with the staff and church members
• Ability to manage long-term projects
• Proven skills in small group ministry contexts, specifically in the areas of group leadership and leader training
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master of Christian Education or Divinity preferred

Working Relationships
Reports to: Teaching Pastor
Direct Reports: Minister of Preschool Education, Minister to Children, Student Minister, College Associate

First Baptist Church Texarkana

Job Listings

Jobs

Company