Assistant Pastor of Youth and Discipleship Ministry

Location: Grove

Three Rivers Presbyterian Church

Assistant Pastor of Youth & Discipleship Ministry

Who We Are

Three Rivers Presbyterian Church (PCA) is located in Grove, Oklahoma. One of our core beliefs is "grace changes everything." As a church, we are seeking to provide a reformed gospel witness in Northeastern Oklahoma. We are committed to upholding the inerrancy and infallibility of Scripture, the glory of Jesus Christ, and the Great Commission. While small in size, we are a growing congregation and have a strong budget with healthy cash reserves.

We have recently completed a remodeling project that renovated our current building to allow room for growth. Hiring an assistant pastor of youth and discipleship ministry will the enable the church to expand youth outreach and further integrate men and women into the life of the church.

Position Details

We are seeking an assistant pastor of youth and discipleship ministry. The ideal candidate will have a passion for discipleship, a heart for youth ministry, a desire to develop as part of a ministry team, and a calling to serve faithfully in a small-town context. This person will report directly to the lead pastor under the authority of the Session.

Responsibilities:
Discipleship Ministry

Adult Discipleship & Community Groups

* Collaborate with the lead pastor, Session, and volunteers to develop and oversee a comprehensive adult discipleship program rooted in the Reformed faith.

* Design and implement small group ministries that foster biblical literacy, gospel application, and spiritual growth across the congregation.

* Recruit, train, and invest in small group leaders; equip them to shepherd their groups well and not merely facilitate discussion.

* Develop curriculum and teaching materials that are theologically substantive, confessionally grounded, and accessible to newer believers.

* Foster a culture of discipleship that extends beyond scheduled programming into the everyday rhythms of congregational life.

Men's & Women's Ministries

* Oversee and develop distinct men's and women's ministry programs in accordance with the PCA's complementarian convictions and the Westminster Standards.

* Recruit and develop lay leaders for both ministries; invest in their growth rather than treating them as program managers.

* Coordinate and facilitate periodic men's and women's events, retreats, and studies that build community and deepen commitment to Christ.

* Communicate clearly and proactively with participants and volunteer leaders to keep both ministries organized and relationally healthy.

* Work collaboratively with the lead pastor and Session - not as an independent director, but as a team member under the authority of church leadership.

* Give and receive feedback graciously; model humility and a servant's heart before volunteers and congregation members alike.

Responsibilities:
Youth Ministry

Programming & Presence

* Develop and implement a comprehensive youth ministry for middle and high school students.

* Teach Sunday School and lead youth group for middle and high school students; prepare lessons with theological substance and age-appropriate application.

* Organize and facilitate periodic youth events and activities that foster community, discipleship, and outreach.

* Be a consistent and visible presence in the community-attending local schools, athletic events, and community gatherings to build relationships with students and families.

* Be willing and equipped to meet one-on-one with individual students as needs arise, in addition to leading group settings.

* Communicate clearly and proactively with both students and parents; keep families informed and engaged.

Summer Camp & Events

* Coordinate, plan, and participate in youth summer camps (e.g., RYM).

* Manage all logistics including registration, payment collection, transportation arrangements, and volunteer recruitment.

* Communicate timely and thoroughly with parents throughout the planning process.

* Organize periodic youth events and retreats that complement the regular ministry calendar.

Volunteer Leadership

* Recruit, train, and supervise volunteer youth leaders.

* Invest in volunteer leaders' spiritual growth and ministry development; do not treat volunteers merely as labor.

* Build a team environment marked by accountability, encouragement, and shared vision.

Other Opportunities

* If desired, preach 6-8 Sunday morning sermons per year.

* Assist the Session in visiting church members, shepherding, and evangelism.

* Assist with administrative tasks as needed.

* Be willing to serve wherever the church has a need, even when a task falls outside the formal job description.

Salary: $60K-$89K

Requirements

Qualifications

* Have earned a Master of Divinity from a Reformed seminary or near completion of a seminary degree.

* Ordained or ordainable in the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA).

* A genuine love for Jesus, the church, and the gospel - someone who wholeheartedly embraces the Westminster Standards.

* Meets the qualifications of a teaching elder in1 Timothy…