Pastor of Discipleship; Young Adults & Young Marrieds

Liberty Evangelical Free Church is searching for a vibrant and effective pastoral leader to relationally engage our congregation in a growing discipleship ministry. The position will have a focus on young adults and young marrieds/families. The pastor of discipleship will assist the body to deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ and with one another by creating healthy disciple‑making environments. This person will also oversee the assimilation process for newer attendees at Liberty E‑Free Church.

• Spiritually Mature: A growing relationship with Jesus Christ as demonstrated by a life that consistently reflects His character and priorities. A humble and teachable spirit.
• Biblically Sound: Confident in handling God’s Word with the ability to communicate biblical truths simply and clearly. Has received some level of biblical training. Is in full agreement with the EFCA Statement of Faith.
• Committed: A genuine love for people and a sense of calling to ministry. Eager to serve the Lord – joyfully, energetically and faithfully. Liberty is committed to ensuring that pastoral staff maintain a healthy balance between ministry, home and personal pursuits.
• Relational: Able to connect easily and relate well to all ages within the congregation. Emotionally healthy and sensitive to the needs of others. Friendly, compassionate, helpful and a team player. Understands the unique needs of young singles and young marrieds.
• A Leader: Able to cast vision, organize resources and execute a plan. Capable of recruiting and mobilizing others, influencing them through word and example.
• Effective Communicator: Effective verbal and written communication skills. Has preaching experience.
• Discipleship: Encourages the Liberty body to pursue spiritual growth and build disciple‑making relationships. Provides structures, strategies and training to ensure that these disciple‑making goals are accomplished.
• Young Adult Ministry: Coordinates relational and discipleship opportunities for college‑age adults, young career adults and young families. Provides opportunities to apply biblical understanding to their work, marriage, parenting and other areas of application.
• Life Groups: Trains up leaders and facilitates participation in disciple‑making relationships that build community within the Liberty E‑Free Church family.
• Assimilation Ministries: Develops structures that guide newer attendees in establishing relationships and connecting them to the various ministries of the church. Develops an intro class for newer attendees.
• Preaching: Capably preaches expository (Word‑centered) sermons on Sunday mornings approximately 6‑10 times per year.
• Accountability: The pastor of discipleship will be directly accountable to the senior pastor.