General Information
Job Title:
Discipleship Pastor: Bethesda Church
Job Description:
NOTE: applicants are encouraged to email a cover letter and resume to applications@bethesdahuron.com
Role Overview
The Discipleship Pastor will partner alongside the Senior Pastor to lead and enhance the Christian education and spiritual formation programs at Bethesda Church. This role is essential in developing and supporting ministry leaders and ensuring the growth and integration of church members into the life of the church.
1. Discipleship: Partner with the Senior Pastor to oversee Christian education and spiritual formation programming.
A. Student Education Supervision
Core Team: Nursery Coordinator, Children’s Sunday School Coordinator, AWANA Committee, Youth Pastor
Focus: Equip family units with resources for effective discipleship
B. Adult Education Supervision
Core Team: Adult Sunday School Coordinator, Women’s Ministry Coordinator, SAMS Coordinator, Celebrate Recovery Coordinator, Librarian
Teaching: Be available to assist leaders with teaching when necessary
Development:: Create and manage a robust adult small groups program
C. Assimilation
Guest Connection: Facilitate connections for guests to relevant ministry opportunities and assist the Senior Pastor with the membership application process
Volunteer Support: Aid ministry leaders in recruiting, training, and screening volunteers
2. Participation in Shepherding Responsibilities with Elder Team
Preaching Opportunities: Deliver occasional Sunday morning sermons
Pastoral Care: Partner with the Senior Pastor in providing pastoral care, including hospital visits, funerals, weddings, and general visitation
3. Workplace Expectations
Work Schedule: Monday – Thursday, Sunday
Meetings: Regular attendance at church staff meetings, Elder and Deacon meetings (first Monday/Tuesday of each month)
Service Participation: Actively involved in leading and assisting in various aspects of the Sunday morning experience.
4. Personal Growth
Devotional Life: Maintain a daily devotional time with the Lord
Sabbath Observance: Observe a weekly Sabbath (Friday)
Prayer Room: Attend the prayer room weekly (once operational)
Mentorship: Regularly meet with the Senior Pastor for affirmation, evaluation, and equipping.
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Position Qualifications:
1. Education & Theological Training
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Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Theology, Ministry, Biblical Studies, or a related field (Master of Divinity preferred for some churches).
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Formal theological training from a seminary or Bible college is often required.
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Strong understanding of biblical doctrine and church teaching.
2. Ministry Experience
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Previous experience in pastoral ministry, discipleship, small group leadership, or Christian education.
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Experience in leading or developing discipleship programs, mentoring, and training leaders.
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Familiarity with church structures, spiritual formation, and pastoral care.
3. Leadership & Teaching Skills
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Ability to teach and preach effectively, communicating biblical truths in an engaging way.
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Strong leadership skills to equip and mentor leaders, volunteers, and congregation members.
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Experience in organizing and overseeing small groups, Bible studies, and discipleship training.
Application Deadline
06/23/2025
Job Type:
Full Time
Salary Range:
TBD
General Information
Church/Organization Name
Bethesda Church
Contact Name & Contact Info
Industry
Church
Denomination
Non-Denominational
City, State
Huron, SD
Description of Organization
Non-Denominational church in Huron, South Dakota is hiring a Discipleship Pastor
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