Associate Pastor – Adult Discipleship & PreachingSnowy Range Evangelical Free Church

Position Overview

The Associate Pastor of Adult Discipleship and Preaching partners with the senior pastor to advance the church’s mission by leading adult spiritual formation, guiding next steps for congregational engagement, developing men’s ministry and contributing regularly to preaching. This role reflects EFCA theology, emphasizing biblical authority, gospel-centered teaching and relational discipleship within a congregational model of leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Adult Discipleship
• Develop and oversee a comprehensive discipleship pathway for adults (from new believers to mature leaders). This will include leadership for small groups (recruit, train and coach group leaders).

Next Steps Integration
• Design and oversee clear pathways for connection and involvement aimed at first-time visitors through members.
• Track and assess engagement to ensure people are being shepherded well.

Men’s Ministry
• Provide vision and leadership for a thriving men’s ministry with the goal of equipping men to lead in their homes, workplaces and at church.

Preaching and Teaching
• Preach regularly as part of the teaching team.

Pastoral Care and Leadership
• Provide pastoral care including counseling, visitation and crisis support as needed.
• Participate in weddings, funerals and other pastoral duties.

Qualifications

• A clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and a life marked by spiritual maturity.
• Full agreement with the EFCA Statement of Faith.
• Bachelor’s degree required; M.Div. or equivalent preferred.
• Proven experience in adult discipleship, leadership development and teaching/preaching.
• Strong ability to organize systems and develop leaders.
• Effective communicator with strong relational skills.
• Credentialed or willing to become credentialed in the EFCA.

Character and Calling

• Meets biblical qualifications for church leadership (1 Timothy 3; Titus 1).
• Demonstrates humility, integrity and a servant-hearted approach to ministry.
• Passionate about making disciples and equipping others for ministry.
• Team-oriented and aligned with the church’s mission and leadership.

Reporting Structure

• Reports to the senior pastor.

Work Schedule and Expectations

• Full-time position, including some evenings and weekends.
• Active engagement in church life and community.
• Commitment to ongoing personal, spiritual and professional growth

To Apply

If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity, please send your resume to:
Mark Vaporis
pastor@snowyrangeefree.org
307.742.0153
www.snowyrange.church