Family Pastor

Wayne Hills is seeking a Full-time Family Pastor to minister to and lead a growing family ministry. We are a warm, multi-generational church set in the scenic Shenandoah Valley. Our vision is to grow disciples of Jesus who will impact our valley and the world with the Gospel. 

Check out our church website for more info. 

Family Pastor Job Description

Wayne Hills Baptist Church 

Principle Function: The full-time Family Pastor is a God-called and Scripture-qualified ordained Pastor whose primary role is to shepherd and oversee the family ministries of Wayne Hills Baptist  Church.  

Reports To: The Senior Pastor and the Council of Elders  

Position Status 

1. Ordained Ministerial Staff 
2. FLSA: Exempt Status  
3. Full-time salary position based on a 50-hour workweek.  

Position Requirements  

1. Adhere to the Scriptural qualifications of an elder as outlined in 1 Tim. 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9.
2. Agreement with the BFM 2000 and the Nashville Statement  
3. Sign the Church Covenant and become an Active Member  
4. Adherence to the WHBC Employee Handbook.  
5. The Family Pastor is expected to be a servant leader who lives an exemplary life which models the call, character, and competencies that are becoming a minister of the gospel of  Jesus Christ.  
6. Ability to work with a plurality of Elders and the Senior Pastor.  
7. Ability to delegate and work with teams to accomplish ministry.  
8. Maintain a primary emphasis on leading the family ministries (Birth-12th Grade & Young  Adults), including leadership of volunteers and equipping parents.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Family Pastor  

1. Family Ministry Responsibilities 
   • Oversee the entire family ministry of the church. Responsibilities include oversight of intentional weekly discipleship, coordination of small group gatherings for youth and young families, and the planning of quarterly activities and annual events with an emphasis on engaging multigenerational connections.  
   • Develop a family ministry leadership team composed of family ministry leaders,  parents, and the Children’s Coordinator for the purpose of equipping, encouraging,  and directing them throughout the year.  
   • Develop young family small groups within the church with direct hands-on involvement.  
   • Oversee the family ministry calendars and budgets. 
   • Encourage, Equip, and minister to families through direct involvement, teams, or programs.  
2. Children’s Ministry Responsibilities 
   • Lead and work with a children’s coordinator who will recruit and develop volunteers for nursery and children for the Sunday Morning nursery programs, Sunday Morning Sunday School, and Children’s Church. 
   • Partner with parents and children’s leaders to grow children into true disciples of Jesus who will go into the world and make an impact for Christ. 
3. Youth Ministry Responsibilities 
   • Recruit and Develop teams of volunteers for youth ministry programs and events.
   • Partner with parents and youth leaders to grow youth into true disciples of Jesus who will go into the world and make an impact for Christ.
4. Other Responsibilities 
   • Assist the Senior Pastor with Sunday morning worship responsibilities, which can include preaching, praying, making announcements, and coordinating youth and children’s participation in the service.  
   • Attend a weekly staff meeting.  
   • Involvement in other church ministries based on gifts, interest, and time available is encouraged.  
   • Assist the Senior Pastor with visitation, counseling, and other ministerial tasks as needed and as available.  

Education and Experience 

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Theological/Biblical Studies or a Master’s Degree in Theological/Biblical Studies.  
• Minimum of 2 years in ministry is preferred. 

Family Pastor Compensation Range 

The financial compensation range is $58,000-$73,000 and depends on the candidate’s education and experience. There are no health benefits for this position. 

Please let me know if you have questions. 

Pastor Jamie 

jamie@whbc.net