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Our Community is looking for a Discipleship Pastor
About Christ Wesleyan Church
Christ Wesleyan Church in Daphne, Alabama—on the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay—is located in the heart of one of the fastest growing areas in the United States. Founded in 2020, the church has grown a visionary group of twelve to a thriving, discipleship-focused community.
At Christ Wesleyan Church we dream of kindling a Christian discipleship movement that transforms the communities we serve. We make disciples of Jesus Christ by: Worshiping God, Growing together in God’s Word, Serving our community.
About the role
We are seeking a Discipleship Pastor who will help lead our mission of making disciples in the Wesleyan/Methodist tradition. The Discipleship Pastor will work closely with the Lead Pastor, church staff, and lay leaders to strengthen and expand the church’s disciple-making ministries. This position blends pastoral leadership, teaching, small group development, and multigenerational ministry coordination. The right candidate will bring a passion for helping people grow spiritually and connect deeply within the body of Christ.
Key Areas of Responsibility
1. Pastoral Leadership
• Partner with the Lead Pastor to pursue the mission and vision of the church.
• Collaborate in preparing and leading worship services; preach regularly (30–40% of Sundays).
• Assist in leading the sacraments and special services (weddings, funerals, Holy Week, Christmas Eve, etc.).
• Develop and deliver engaging, Christ-centered teaching.
• Build authentic relationships through mentoring, pastoral care, and discipleship.
• Participate in staff meetings and help cultivate a healthy team culture.
• Support ministry communications and visibility through church and social media channels.
2. LifeGroup & Discipleship Ministry
• Lead and grow the church’s LifeGroup ministry, rooted in the Wesleyan Class Meeting model.
• Equip and mentor LifeGroup leaders to foster spiritual formation and community.
• Create an environment of transformational discipleship that connects belief with daily living.
• Evaluate and refine the structure of LifeGroups to encourage participation and outreach.
3. Multigenerational & Family Ministry
• Collaborate with staff and volunteers to maintain cohesive multigenerational discipleship.
• Provide oversight and support for children’s and student ministries currently led by volunteers.
• Offer guidance, resources, and encouragement to families for discipleship.
• Support planning and execution of church-wide events that build fellowship and outreach.
• Assist in welcoming and integrating people into the church community.
4. Community Outreach and Connection
• Serve as a leader of local community outreach to other groups and organizations to fulfill our mission.
• Facilitate and foster community service through LifeGroups.
Qualifications
• A vibrant, growing relationship with Jesus Christ and alignment with the mission and values of Christ Wesleyan Church.
• Bachelor’s degree in theology, ministry, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Ordained or pursuing ordination in a Wesleyan/Methodist denomination.
• Successful ministry leadership experience.
• Strong preaching, teaching, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and administrative ability; attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with social media and digital tools.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with flexibility, initiative, and discretion. • A heart for disciple-making, community building, and serving others.
Who does the Discipleship Pastor reports to: Lead Pastor
Key Relationships: Worship Leader, Executive Assistant, Church Administrator, Social Media Coordinator
Here is how to apply for this role:
Please send a résumé, brief personal statement of faith, a short video or written sample of your teaching/preaching, and a brief cover letter that explains why you believe you would be a good fit for this role as described in the four key areas of responsibility above.
Submit to Dena White, Executive Assistant: dena.white@christwesleyan.com