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Associate Pastor for Families
Job Description
Job Opening: Associate Pastor for Families
Chatham Heights Baptist Church & First Baptist Church of Martinsville (VA)
Two sister CBF churches in Martinsville, Virginia, are seeking a full-time Associate Pastor for Families to lead children, youth, and family ministries. This shared pastoral role includes engagement with First Baptist Church’s Early Learning Center (ELC) – providing spiritual support and outreach to ELC children and their families.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee ministries for children (birth-5th grade) and youth (6th-12th grade)
- Lead and support family discipleship initiatives
- Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers and ministry staff
- Plan and coordinate programs for youth such as Sunday School, VBS, Children’s Worship, and outreach events
- Engage regularly with children and families at the FBC Early Learning Center
- Participate in pastoral care, including support for adults and congregational needs
- Collaborate with both pastoral teams and church committees in a shared ministry environment
Qualifications:
- Seminary degree (or enrollment) preferred; Bachelor’s degree required
- Experience in children/youth/family ministry
- Strong communication and relational skills
- Must pass a background check and hold a valid driver’s license
To Apply:
Send resume, three references and cover letter to info@fbcmartinsville.com with Attn. Mary or Kaylee.
Church Locations:
First Baptist Church Martinsville – 23 Starling Avenue, Martinsville, VA
Chatham Heights Baptist Church – 1235 Chatham Heights Road, Martinsville, VA
Who Are We and Why Work Here?
First Baptist Church, Martinsville is a community of faith committed to Christ and his call to love God and one another. We gather to worship, study, eat, pray, celebrate, mourn, share our stories and bless our community, all with the conviction that God has called us together to share in this journey of faith, hope, and love.
Established in 1884, our congregation strikes a unique chord in the Baptist tradition. We value ancient Christian practices that inform our present faith and mission. We are currently working to grow our ministry among people of all ages. It’s an exciting time to be a part of all God is doing among the people of this church!
Employment at First Baptist Church is considered an extension of our ministry. We consider employees of the church to be one of its most valuable resources.
If you feel called to partner with us in ministry, we hope you will send your resume today!
First Baptist Church is an equal opportunity employer without regard to sex, age, race, color, national origin, disability, genetic information, and/or any other legally-protected characteristic, except that the Church may make certain employment decisions based on the religious affiliations or beliefs of the church as permitted under applicable law.