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Associate Pastor

Date Posted: July 7, 2025
Hours Per Week: 40
Beacon Church
Derry, NH, USA
Job Type: Associate Pastor
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Associate Pastor
Beacon Church – Derry, NH 

Full Time

Position Overview

The Associate Pastor will serve under the direct oversight of the Lead Pastor and play a vital role in the spiritual and operational leadership of the church. This individual will provide direct pastoral oversight for Discipleship, Connections and Family Life. 

Key Responsibilities

Pastoral Leadership

  • Build genuine, loving relationships within the congregation and surrounding community.
  • In partnership with the Lead Pastor, provide pastoral care and support to the congregation.
  • Preach/Teach 6-8 times per year (Sunday mornings/special services) & regularly host our worship service.

Discipleship

  • Work directly with the lead pastor and staff to build a culture of discipleship throughout Beacon Church.
  • Oversee Beacon Life and continue to develop clear discipleship pathways for children, youth and adults.
  • Advance groups as a tool for connection, spiritual growth and care leading our groups leadership team.

Connection/Groups

  • Develop a clear and effective strategy to help attendees easily take next steps in their relationship with God and the church community.
  • Oversee and facilitate our monthly Beacon Life Meeting .
  • Oversee and connect with our Home and Connect Groups.
  • Train ministry leaders throughout the congregation in outreach, hospitality, relational evangelism and care.
  • Lead and advance a culture of hospitality.
  • Oversee next steps process.

Family Life 

  • Provide spiritual leadership, guidance, and oversight to our family life ministry.
  • Provide support to the Children’s Ministry Director, ensuring alignment with the church’s vision and values.
  • Collaborate with the Children’s Ministry Director to ensure a safe, engaging, and biblically sound environment for children.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Additional roles to make this a full-time position may be in the areas of operations/administration, communications/design and weekend services. Hours and responsibilities would be tailored to the candidates capabilities and capacity. 

*This job description is a general guide and may be subject to change based on the needs of the church and applicants gifting. 

 Qualifications

  • Commitment to growing in your own personal faith and discipling others.
  • A self-starter with strong organizational and leadership skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with others and work under the direction of the Lead Pastor and the oversight of the elders.
  • A heart for outreach and a passion for reaching the lost.
  • Ability to lead with vision, creativity, and innovation.
  • Love those you serve and have a driving passion to see that they know, trust, and follow Jesus.
  • Help contribute toward a dynamic ministry environment.
  • Connect, relate and build strong relationships with all ages to teach, shepherd, and disciple.
  • Communicate effectively with Beacon Church Staff, Volunteers, and Parents
  • Alignment with the church’s doctrinal beliefs and mission.
  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent 
  • 5 years of experience in relevant church leadership roles 

We look forward to partnering with a servant-hearted leader who is ready to join us in advancing God’s kingdom in Southern New Hampshire.