Associate Pastor

Immanuel Church

Full-time (Salary) | Reports to: Lead Pastor | Location: Charlotte, NC

About Immanuel Church

Immanuel Church is a new non-denominational church in Charlotte, North Carolina, launched in September 2025 with a mission to invite all people to live with and live like Jesus. We’re a growing, diverse community of families, young adults, and neighbors learning to follow Jesus together in our city.

Position Summary

The Associate Pastor will serve alongside the Lead Pastor to shepherd the congregation and advance the mission of Immanuel Church. With a primary focus on pastoral care, discipleship, preaching and leader development, this role helps cultivate spiritual growth, strengthen ministry teams, and promote the health and unity of the church. Under the guidance of the Lead Pastor, the Associate Pastor will invest in people, care for the congregation, and support faithful and effective ministry across the life of the church.

Key Responsibilities

Pastoral Care

  • Help lead the congregation in spiritual formation and discipleship. 

  • Preach and Teach Scripture in ways that form disciples, nurture faith, and address the spiritual needs of the church body.

  • Provide pastoral care through counseling, visitation, and prayer, especially during times of crisis, illness, or spiritual need. 

  • Partner with staff, elders, and ministry leaders to support and strengthen all areas of church life. 

  • Assist in planning and coordinating ministry events that advance the church’s mission, vision and values.

Leadership & Strategy

  • Drive the implementation of the church’s vision and goals. 

  • Work closely with the Lead Pastor and church leadership to align ministry efforts with Immanuel’s mission and values. 

  • Oversee and coach Ministry Captains (volunteer leaders), helping them build and lead effective teams.

  • Recruit, select, equip, lead, and multiply leaders.

Ministry Development

  • Provide leadership and oversight for key ministry areas (Kids, Students, Groups, Worship, Outreach, etc.). 

  • Support discipleship pathways that help people live with and live like Jesus. 

  • Contribute to teaching and preaching as needed, reinforcing Immanuel’s mission and values. 

  • Lead the planning and execution of outreach gatherings and special events, ensuring excellence and hospitality.

  • Evaluate ministry effectiveness and implement improvements that promote long-term health and impact. 

Operations & Stewardship

  • Implement and manage ministry processes, communication tools, and planning systems to support healthy growth. 

  • Develop rhythms and structures that promote healthy volunteer/staff culture, accountability, and spiritual formation.

  • Ensure that all people and systems operate within the church’s risk management and safety procedures.

Qualifications

  • Deep and growing relationship with Jesus, marked by humility, integrity, and love for people.

  • Proven experience leading teams and systems in a church or organizational setting (5+ years preferred).

  • Comfortable managing multiple projects, systems, and details simultaneously.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative and servant-hearted approach. 

  • Bachelor’s degree required; seminary or equivalent ministry training preferred.

Personal Characteristics

  • Spiritually grounded and emotionally mature. 

  • Relational leader who values both people and process. 

  • Able to act pastorally, think strategically, and lead operationally. 

  • Thrives in a season of formation, helping shape ministry systems.

Compensation

Compensation will be determined based on experience and fit.

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