Job Title:​ Groups Pastor
Team:​ Faith Development
Reports To:​ Faith Development Pastor
Prepared By:​ Tom Rich
Approved By:​ Elders 3/13/2017
Last Modified:​ March 8, 2017
White River Christian Church exists to connect every life to Jesus. The Groups Pastor will provide leadership for
developing community for the members of WRCC and supporting a leadership structure to aid in its growth and
longevity.
COMPETENCIES​:
● Passionate about seeing people connected in community
● High motor, eagerness and grit to achieve goals
● Theologically sharp mind, insightful
● Loves being with people
● Self-starter who is able to work well in a team
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES​:
● Oversee and implement group strategy for all adults
o Recruiting and train group leaders
▪ Empower and mentor high capacity leaders to take their next steps in leadership
development as group leaders
▪ Recruit and equip group leaders and hosts, guiding them with our Faith Development
Plan.
o Develop ‘on-ramps’ for congregation to participate in groups
▪ Serve as the primary champion for community at WRCC, promoting group participation
and mentoring through publicity efforts and introductory opportunities.
▪ Work with Faith Development Pastor to create annual Faith Development Campaign
▪ Provide resources and ongoing support for WRCC small groups, crafting intentional
opportunities for small groups to serve and grow together.
o Implement CCB as a primary method for group leaders to care and communicate to members
▪ Produce regular statistics and determine measurable gauges that help the WRCC
leadership team determine the most effective small group and spiritual growth efforts of
the church.
o Partner with the Connections Pastor in connecting new people to groups and ensuring effective
placement.
▪ Collaborate with other WRCC ministry leaders to create consistency within our group
communities.
o Curriculum Development
▪ Leads a team to create sermon based content for small groups
▪ Oversees Faith Development blog
● Lead Young Adults Initiatives (18-32)
o Create a welcoming culture for this age group via groups and organizing outreach initiatives
OTHER TASKS​:
● Participate in Pastoral Care rotation (hospital visitation/shut-in)
● Participate in WRCC StratOp initiatives
● Continue to grow and learn as a Christ-follower, pastor, and leader
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
● Distinctly called into ministry in the local church and is passionate about Jesus and His Kingdom
● Reveres and honors God’s word in ministry and life
● Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s Degree preferred
COMMUNICATION:
The Groups Pastor will report directly to the Faith Development Pastor and will be responsible and submissive to the
Elders of WRCC.