Assistant Pastor

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Bethel Presbyterian Church (BPC)
Assistant Pastor Job Description
Directly Reports to: Senior Pastor
Position Summary: The Assistant Pastor is responsible for fostering the spiritual growth,
community involvement, and overall well-being of children, youth, and their families within the
BPC congregation. This role involves planning, organizing, and implementing various programs,
events, and initiatives tailored to engage and support adults, youth, and children.
Education and Experience:
1. Master of Divinity from an accredited, Reformed seminary or on track to obtain this degree.
2. Ordained or ordainable in the PCA.
3. Two to three years of experience in pastoral ministry.
4. Excellent communication and teaching skills.
5. Solid track record of ministry service and organizational ability, personable and relatable.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Word and Sacrament:
a. Preach in corporate worship
i. 10-12 times per year at BPC.
ii. Serve periodic needs within Fellowship Presbytery.
b. Assist in leadership of weekly worship service
i. When not preaching, as directed by the Sr. Pastor.
c. Administer the sacraments in conjunction with the Sr. Pastor.
2. Discipleship:
a. Christian Education
i. In conjunction with the Sr. Pastor and relevant committees, develop, institute, and
systematically review a discipleship plan for all ages and stages of Christian
maturity at BPC.
ii. Sunday School
• Recruit and train teachers
• Participate in regular teaching rotation
• Plan, review, and resource all curriculum
iii. Community/Discipleship Groups
• Obtain/retain group leaders
• Encourage participation of all BPC visitors and members
• Plan, review, and resource all curriculum
iv. Children’s & Youth Ministry Oversight
• Supervise Children’s Education Director
• Review curriculum and schedule for Kid’s Quest, VBS, and other children’s
ministry initiatives.
v. Family Ministry
• Provide guidance, counseling, and support to families within the congregation.

• Offer resources and programs to help families strengthen their faith and
relationships.
• Foster fellowship & support among families.

b. Shepherding/Congregational Care
i. Regular, systematic visitation of the families of BPC.
ii. Conduct personal, premarital, and bereavement counseling as necessary.
iii. Wedding and funeral planning as needed.
c. Fellowship
i. Engage in and encourage others to practice life-on-life discipleship
ii. Personally participate in and promote intergenerational relationships at BPC.
3. Outreach:
a. Visitors/New Members
i. With the Sr. Pastor, engage & follow up with visitors and families
ii. In conjunction with the Sr. Pastor, develop and teach Communicants class
b. Community Outreach and Evangelism
i. Develop strategies to reach out to individuals and families in the local community.
ii. Collaborate with church leadership in developing and equipping the body for
evangelistic efforts.
iii. Engage in community service and partnership initiatives.
4. Administration:
a. Budget planning and oversight for relevant ministries.
b. Maintain accurate records of participation and engagement in all relevant ministries.
c. Communicate effectively with families, children, and church leadership.
Critical Performance Competencies and Criteria:
1. Demonstrated commitment to Jesus Christ and adherence to the doctrinal statements of the
PCA and BPC.
2. Has a passion for discipling and equipping children, youth, and adults for greater spiritual
maturity.
3. Committed to BPC’s vision and mission.
4. Willing to submit to the authority and direction of the Sr. Pastor and the Session.
5. Deals effectively with the public, church members, and church staff.
6. High level of responsiveness, ability to ask appropriate clarifying questions to anticipate
needs, and ability to manage tasks and time independently while paying close attention to
details.

 

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