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With God’s help, WPC fosters a caring, diverse, and deeply spiritual community that nurtures lives of faith, hope, and love. Through prayer and with thanksgiving for God’s grace, we seek to grow in the spirit of Christ, joyfully committing ourselves to worship, study, and service in the local community and the world. As people who stand in the Reformed tradition, WPC recognizes that the journey of faith is a life‑long struggle and seek to pursue, announce, personify, and practice the Good News of reconciliation and grace in Christ. Founded in 1873, WPC welcomes all who are continually being formed and reformed into disciples of Christ. WPC values a rich tradition of worship, Christian education and nurture, and ministries of caring and compassion. WPC is intentional about Christian education and nurture. We offer a foundation in the Bible while promoting an environment that values theological diversity. WPC strives to model openness, acceptance, and tolerance. WPC is a caring and compassionate church. We strive to balance ministry to our members with outreach in the community. To us, loving God with heart, soul, mind, and strength means the commitment of all our many gifts to the service and glory of God. As our Lord welcomes all to his table, we seek to welcome all in our worship, baptism, communion, marriage, fellowship, teaching and other expressions of the faith found in our community. We welcome all people who seek to join us on our journey to serve Christ.
Job Responsibilities The call is for a full-time Associate Pastor to manage Westminster’s adult education programs, which include Bible studies, discipleship courses, seminars, and other learning initiatives, such as staying abreast of current trends in Faith Formation and utilizing continuing education opportunities. Adult Education at Westminster is wholistic where programs are crafted to address and incorporate Education, Spirituality, Fellowship and Discipleship/Service into all offerings. This role will work alongside the ministerial staff to foster spiritual growth within the congregation. Additionally, they will regularly engage in worship duties such as preaching, administering sacraments, officiating weddings and funerals, and providing at-home communion.
Developing and implementing adult education programs
Overseeing the Adult Education Committee
Teaching adult education classes
Explore the utilization of digital assets in teaching
Recruiting and training adult education leaders
Coordinating adult education events, classes, talks, and other offerings
Collaborating with other ministries
Qualifications
Knowledge and Passion for Spiritual Education in the Reformed Tradition: The candidate should have a deep understanding, familiarity, and facility with Scripture, Christian practice, and Christian theology, particularly the Reformed tradition. Westminster is a theologically and spiritually diverse congregation, and it is essential that the candidate be capable of leading an adult education program that caters to member at all stages of their faith journey. Candidate should be capable of development and oversight of a comprehensive program focused transformative faith formation.
Staff Management Experience: Westminster employs a large team of Associate Pastors, Parish Associates, and additional staff. The candidate should be prepared to partner with Associate Pastors in interconnected areas as well as manage staff effectively. Additionally, this position will be expected to regularly collaborate with the Parish Associate in adult education to assure Westminster is accomplishing its goals to have a successful and transformative adult education program.
Network for External Speakers and Educators: A key aspect of Westminster’s adult education program is its ability to invite outside pastors, speakers, and educators, including authors, professors, artists, and individuals with unique life experiences. The candidate should have an existing, diverse network of connections to sustain and enhance these educational opportunities for the congregation.
Additional Information Board of Pensions Benefits are available, and compensation is based upon experience.
401(k)
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
How to Apply For moreinfoplease send a cover letter and resume to the Executive Director of Operations at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Jo Ann McFarlin: View email address on cnemt.org .
First Baptist Church – Leitchfield is seeking an Associate Pastor to join our staff and ministry. The position would be full-time; however, those seeking part-time employment will be considered. While not required, preference will be given to those with a music/ worship background. Duties of this position could include
planning churchwide discipleship opportunities, occasional teaching and preaching, mission and outreach implementation, music and worship leadership, and church administrative responsibilities. The position includes a competitive salary, which will be based upon education and experience. Resumes will be accepted through January 31, 2026, and may be submitted in one of the following ways:
By email at [email@firstbaptist.org] By mail at First Baptist Church, c/o Associate Pastor Search Team, 106 E Walnut St, Leitchfield, Ky 42754
The Associate Pastor for Discipleship is to be the chief champion for growing a healthy culture of discipleship in the church. This role will be focused on training leaders and developing strategies to engage all ages in theologically rich and missionally-minded discipleship. They will also connect people together for the purpose of mentoring and raising up healthy and strong followers of Jesus Christ. The Associate Pastors of the church work closely with the Senior Pastor in strategic planning, overall vision casting, and in seeking to fulfill the mission of the church. Associate Pastors are considered senior ministerial positions and are responsible to the Senior Pastor.
Congregational and Staff Relationship:
Be a God-called person viewing their primary role as a minister of the gospel who consistently represents the love and light of Jesus Christ to everyone you encounter.
Exhibit care and concern for all ministries and programs of First Baptist Church, Montgomery.
Coordinate actions with other ministers and office staff as appropriate and as a cooperative and encouraging teammate. Love the Lord, love His people, and work accordingly!
Primary Responsibilities:
Responsible for the overall education and discipleship ministries of the church, with primary emphasis on the Adult Division (Bible Fellowship, Discipleship University, weekday Bible studies, discipleship groups, etc.).
Serve as the team leader within the educational staff, providing leadership, coordination, and direction to age group ministers. This includes leadership in the area of discipleship for the Preschool Minister, Children’s Minister, Student Minister, and College Minister.
Coordinate the enlisting, training, and retaining of volunteers for service in all areas of the Adult Division. Assume a lead role in the facilitating of the Nominating Committee’s work.
Serve as a resource person and advisor to the leaders of all educational ministries and committee chairpersons.
Develop special training opportunities for leaders, teachers, and groups.
Study church needs for educational and discipleship curriculum, and counsel with church leaders regarding available and most suitable choices for their needs.
Continually monitor and recommend suitable educational space, furnishings, and equipment needs to leadership.
Be a consistent witness for Christ, and develop within the Bible Fellowship organization an outreach consciousness that leads to our Bible Fellowship being a highly effective evangelistic force.
Emphasize the vital aspects of in-reach for the effectiveness of our Bible Fellowship classes, growing a culture of encouragement and accountability. Maintain an adequate system of records in all educational and discipleship classes.
In consultation with lay leaders, prepare a recommended annual budget plan for the adult ministries. After approval, administer the expenditure and financial operations according to the church financial policies.
Develop and maintain a program and activities calendar for the adult ministry. Coordinate calendar with other age-groups and church calendar.
Participate in the visitation program to prospective members, potential leaders, hospitals and crisis visits as assigned.
Attend and participate in the appropriate church, associational, state and convention meetings, clinics, and assemblies.
Grow lay leadership to develop a thriving Men’s Ministry. Providing leadership to create events and mentoring opportunities to connect men into the church, to one another, and to grow their spiritual health. Aid the Women’s Ministry Coordinator in cohesive Men’s and Women’s Ministry.
Other Responsibilities:
Model servant leadership and Christ honoring churchmanship.
Attend the meetings of various church committees and deacons in order to learn the inner functions of the church.
Attend weekly church staff meetings (and other special staff meetings as needed).
In conjunction with the Senior Pastor, identify areas of ministry skills that require additional development.
Design a plan of personal improvement to be a continual learner and leader in God’s Kingdom work.
Strive to maintain a close personal walk with the Lord and nurture your marriage and family in such a way that others can follow your example (1 Corinthians 11:1).
Perform other duties when requested by the Senior Pastor .
Qualifications:
Seminary education and relevant church experience preferred.
A growing and evident relationship with Jesus Christ and a clear calling to ministry and to the local church.
Alignment with the church in mission, values, belief, and theology.
Humble, servant-hearted attitude, desiring to serve the whole church alongside lay leaders and staff.
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Job Responsibilities The call is for a full-time Associate Pastor to manage Westminster’s adult education programs, which include Bible studies, discipleship courses, seminars, and other learning initiatives, such as staying abreast of current trends in Faith Formation and utilizing continuing education opportunities. Adult Education at Westminster is wholistic where programs are crafted to address and incorporate Education, Spirituality, Fellowship and Discipleship/Service into all offerings. This role will work alongside the ministerial staff to foster spiritual growth within the congregation. Additionally, they will regularly engage in worship duties such as preaching, administering sacraments, officiating weddings and funerals, and providing at-home communion.
Developing and implementing adult education programs
Overseeing the Adult Education Committee
Teaching adult education classes
Explore the utilization of digital assets in teaching
Recruiting and training adult education leaders
Coordinating adult education events, classes, talks, and other offerings
Collaborating with other ministries
Qualifications
Knowledge and Passion for Spiritual Education in the Reformed Tradition: The candidate should have a deep understanding, familiarity, and facility with Scripture, Christian practice, and Christian theology, particularly the Reformed tradition. Westminster is a theologically and spiritually diverse congregation, and it is essential that the candidate be capable of leading an adult education program that caters to member at all stages of their faith journey. Candidate should be capable of development and oversight of a comprehensive program focused transformative faith formation.
Staff Management Experience: Westminster employs a large team of Associate Pastors, Parish Associates, and additional staff. The candidate should be prepared to partner with Associate Pastors in interconnected areas as well as manage staff effectively. Additionally, this position will be expected to regularly collaborate with the Parish Associate in adult education to assure Westminster is accomplishing its goals to have a successful and transformative adult education program.
Network for External Speakers and Educators: A key aspect of Westminster’s adult education program is its ability to invite outside pastors, speakers, and educators, including authors, professors, artists, and individuals with unique life experiences. The candidate should have an existing, diverse network of connections to sustain and enhance these educational opportunities for the congregation.
Additional Information Board of Pensions Benefits are available, and compensation is based upon experience.
401(k)
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
How to Apply For moreinfoplease send a cover letter and resume to the Executive Director of Operations at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Jo Ann McFarlin: View email address on cnemt.org .
First Baptist Church – Leitchfield is seeking an Associate Pastor to join our staff and ministry. The position would be full-time; however, those seeking part-time employment will be considered. While not required, preference will be given to those with a music/ worship background. Duties of this position could include
planning churchwide discipleship opportunities, occasional teaching and preaching, mission and outreach implementation, music and worship leadership, and church administrative responsibilities. The position includes a competitive salary, which will be based upon education and experience. Resumes will be accepted through January 31, 2026, and may be submitted in one of the following ways:
By email at [email@firstbaptist.org] By mail at First Baptist Church, c/o Associate Pastor Search Team, 106 E Walnut St, Leitchfield, Ky 42754
The Associate Pastor for Discipleship is to be the chief champion for growing a healthy culture of discipleship in the church. This role will be focused on training leaders and developing strategies to engage all ages in theologically rich and missionally-minded discipleship. They will also connect people together for the purpose of mentoring and raising up healthy and strong followers of Jesus Christ. The Associate Pastors of the church work closely with the Senior Pastor in strategic planning, overall vision casting, and in seeking to fulfill the mission of the church. Associate Pastors are considered senior ministerial positions and are responsible to the Senior Pastor.
Congregational and Staff Relationship:
Be a God-called person viewing their primary role as a minister of the gospel who consistently represents the love and light of Jesus Christ to everyone you encounter.
Exhibit care and concern for all ministries and programs of First Baptist Church, Montgomery.
Coordinate actions with other ministers and office staff as appropriate and as a cooperative and encouraging teammate. Love the Lord, love His people, and work accordingly!
Primary Responsibilities:
Responsible for the overall education and discipleship ministries of the church, with primary emphasis on the Adult Division (Bible Fellowship, Discipleship University, weekday Bible studies, discipleship groups, etc.).
Serve as the team leader within the educational staff, providing leadership, coordination, and direction to age group ministers. This includes leadership in the area of discipleship for the Preschool Minister, Children’s Minister, Student Minister, and College Minister.
Coordinate the enlisting, training, and retaining of volunteers for service in all areas of the Adult Division. Assume a lead role in the facilitating of the Nominating Committee’s work.
Serve as a resource person and advisor to the leaders of all educational ministries and committee chairpersons.
Develop special training opportunities for leaders, teachers, and groups.
Study church needs for educational and discipleship curriculum, and counsel with church leaders regarding available and most suitable choices for their needs.
Continually monitor and recommend suitable educational space, furnishings, and equipment needs to leadership.
Be a consistent witness for Christ, and develop within the Bible Fellowship organization an outreach consciousness that leads to our Bible Fellowship being a highly effective evangelistic force.
Emphasize the vital aspects of in-reach for the effectiveness of our Bible Fellowship classes, growing a culture of encouragement and accountability. Maintain an adequate system of records in all educational and discipleship classes.
In consultation with lay leaders, prepare a recommended annual budget plan for the adult ministries. After approval, administer the expenditure and financial operations according to the church financial policies.
Develop and maintain a program and activities calendar for the adult ministry. Coordinate calendar with other age-groups and church calendar.
Participate in the visitation program to prospective members, potential leaders, hospitals and crisis visits as assigned.
Attend and participate in the appropriate church, associational, state and convention meetings, clinics, and assemblies.
Grow lay leadership to develop a thriving Men’s Ministry. Providing leadership to create events and mentoring opportunities to connect men into the church, to one another, and to grow their spiritual health. Aid the Women’s Ministry Coordinator in cohesive Men’s and Women’s Ministry.
Other Responsibilities:
Model servant leadership and Christ honoring churchmanship.
Attend the meetings of various church committees and deacons in order to learn the inner functions of the church.
Attend weekly church staff meetings (and other special staff meetings as needed).
In conjunction with the Senior Pastor, identify areas of ministry skills that require additional development.
Design a plan of personal improvement to be a continual learner and leader in God’s Kingdom work.
Strive to maintain a close personal walk with the Lord and nurture your marriage and family in such a way that others can follow your example (1 Corinthians 11:1).
Perform other duties when requested by the Senior Pastor .
Qualifications:
Seminary education and relevant church experience preferred.
A growing and evident relationship with Jesus Christ and a clear calling to ministry and to the local church.
Alignment with the church in mission, values, belief, and theology.
Humble, servant-hearted attitude, desiring to serve the whole church alongside lay leaders and staff.
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