Associate Pastor - Groups

Description

The Associate Pastor of Groups will provide mentorship and discipleship training with ongoing development of the culture of small groups associated with care ministry. A primary function will be people development with the ability to identify, recruit, train, & provide ongoing discipleship and mentoring with hybrids/volunteers. The individual will work closely with hybrids to ensure appropriate placement of individuals and couples into groups & ensure care is provided within the groups for members. Be available & engaging for prayer, mentoring, and other needs before/after services for group leaders, congregants & guests in the lobby as observed personally and/or as directed by Life-Changing Relationships Pastor.

Who We Are

Our Connection Pointe Staff Team is a unified group of imperfect people who tirelessly work to connect people to a saving relationship with Jesus and life changing relationships with each other. As individuals we have a personal relationship with Christ and are committed to the vision of Connection Pointe Christian Church.

How We Lead

• We give ministry away: as staff we are always looking for faithful volunteers who can step up into roles that allow us to expand and replicate ourselves. We look for leaders who can lead leaders.
• We work hard and prioritize our families: with the exception of Easter, Christmas and other “all hands” pushes, we work 5 days a week and have an extended two-day sabbath from Friday through Saturday for weekend required employees that allows us to leave work at work and be with our families.
• We are always improving: we seek new ways of connecting people to Jesus and each other. We are always asking “How could we make this experience or environment better?”
• We are customer first: we seek world class customer experiences that meet people in their mess and surpass expectations.
• We find a way: we cut through red tape, relentlessly seeking to serve the people in our care with grace, perseverance and courage. There is always a way, we just have to find it.
• We assume the best and fight for unity

Responsibilities

CONNECTING PEOPLE TO JESUS

As an Associate Pastor of Groups, your role centers around fostering a community where individuals can engage in meaningful relationships and spiritual growth through small groups and training. By equipping leaders and volunteers to provide ongoing discipleship, mentorship, and support, your role creates a welcoming environment where congregants feel cared for and encouraged in their faith journey. Additionally, prayer and personalized engagement ensures that members have access to spiritual guidance, helping them deepen their relationship with Christ and one another.

CONNECTING PEOPLE TO EACH OTHER

As an Associate Pastor of Groups, your role fosters connections among individuals by creating opportunities for engagement through small groups and training sessions. By training new leaders and mentoring group coaches, your role ensures everyone is equipped to support one another, facilitating deeper relationships within the community.

PERSONAL GROWTH

• Consistently seek personal and professional growth through prayer, study, and participation in conferences, workshops, and training opportunities
• Maintain a healthy work-life balance and prioritize self-care to avoid burnout and maintain effectiveness in ministry
• Stay current with trends in theology, church leadership, and community development, adapting strategies and approaches as needed
• Strive to improve personal and professional skills by looking for and participating in learning opportunities.
• Attend a weekly service to stay in tune with the direction of Connection Pointe and to continue developing spiritually.

How You’ll Succeed

• Lead and help with the planning and facilitation of short-term groups (4-6 weeks), typically 2-3 times a year and mini launch groups (2 weeks) 2-3 times a year, alongside hybrid team.
• Plan and execute the training of leaders to include specific care training modules and bi-annual leader training.
• Work with hybrid team members as they coach the group’s coaches and support them as they serve group leaders.
• Assist with assisting to execute our current staff led care model as it continues to transition to lay/hybrid ministry led model equipping coaches and group leaders to respond to care needs within groups.
• Assist Life-Changing Relationships Pastor in reviewing the groups budget monthly to ensure good stewardship of funds.
• Assist with providing easy on-ramps and working on Monday.com to assimilate individuals and couples into groups.
• Continue to research and provide discipleship resources (books, podcasts, RightNow media series, etc.) for leaders.
• Meet quarterly with hybrids and Life-Changing Relationships team to discuss progress and any concerns.
• Be on location & available for weekend services (Thursdays and Sundays) for needs and/or assignments and be a part of the rotation for Pastor On Call coverage and respond appropriately.
• Be available to work evenings and weekends for services, training, meetings and other group’s needs.
• Respond to emails and phone calls within 24 hours of being in the office.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum 2 years previous pastoral and/or small group/discipleship experience in a church, ministry, non–profit, healthcare or another related field preferred.
• Has a personal relationship with Christ and committed to being part of the Connection Pointe Family.
• High moral character and personal integrity.
• Always maintain strict confidentiality and sensitivity.
• Has developed a high level of discernment and discretion.
• Demonstrated compassionate & engaging interpersonal skills relevant for a diverse church family.
• Flexible and able to adapt quickly in case of changing priorities as directed by leadership.
• Strong initiative and decision-making skills with appropriate direction from leadership. 
• Ability to train, lead, & minister to hybrids and volunteers.
• Must be patient, compassionate, and called to minister to others.
• Thrives while working as a teammate with a ministry team, alongside other ministry teams and volunteers.

Bonus Points

• Preferred BS or equivalent experience in ministry, counseling, or related field
• Preferred Megachurch, large non-profit and/or multisite discipleship/groups experience
• Experience leading a groups team

Where You’ll Be

You will primarily be in an office environment primarily on a computer for prolonged periods of time. Physical demands mainly include walking, climbing stairs, sitting or standing for long periods of time and occasionally lifting to 50 pounds.

Where You’ll Go

As a team, we are going into the world daily! This position may also occasionally require some overnight travel for retreats and conferences. Overall, the travel requirement for this position is 10%.

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