Associate Pastor for Families and Connections

Associate Pastor of Families & Connections - Central Baptist Church - Warner Robins, GA

About the Role:
We’re looking for a Christ-centered, people-loving leader to serve as our Associate Pastor of Families & Connections—someone who’s passionate about helping people grow in their faith and get plugged into the life of the church.
You’ll be the point person for discipleship, Sunday School / Life Groups, and helping newcomers go from first-time visitors to fully engaged members. If you love building relationships, equipping others, and creating a culture of community and spiritual growth, this role is for you.

About You:
You’re a man who meets the qualifications of 1 Timothy 3, with a heart for the Gospel, a love for the local church, and a call to ministry. You affirm the inerrancy of Scripture and align with the Baptist Faith & Message. You have ministry experience in a Southern Baptist context (bonus if you're a seminary grad), and you lead with humility, passion, and a team spirit.

What You’ll Do:

Family Discipleship
• Lead a clear path for spiritual growth from new believer to mature disciple.
• Oversee new member classes, Wednesday night discipleship, and Bible studies for all life stages.
• Strengthen marriage, parenting, and men’s/women’s ministries.
• Encourage spiritual habits like Bible study, prayer, evangelism, and personal discipleship.

Guest Connections & Member Engagement
• Help guests become family!
• Lead hospitality and volunteer teams to create a welcoming church culture.
• Develop systems for discovering spiritual gifts, joining a group, and serving in ministry.
• Keep track of member involvement and follow-up with care.

Sunday School / Life Groups
• Oversee all adult and young adult groups, equipping leaders and encouraging community.
• Ensure solid teaching, healthy structure, and alignment with our mission.
• Create pathways for leadership development and group multiplication.
• Help ensure kids and youth ministries follow safety policies.

Teaching & Preaching
• Preach and teach as needed with clarity, biblical depth, and practical application.
• Equip others to rightly handle and teach God’s Word.

Missions
• Partner with the missions team to keep us aligned and active in making disciples locally and globally.

You’ll Also...
• Provide pastoral care, hospital visits, and spiritual guidance.
• Be a visible and approachable leader on Sundays and Wednesdays.
• Help with weddings, funerals, and special services.
• Collaborate with staff, attend meetings, and lead with vision and unity.
• Support ministry budgets and work with denominational partners when needed.

What You Bring:
• A clear call to ministry and a vibrant walk with Jesus.
• A shepherd’s heart, strong communication skills, and a knack for building relationships.
• Experience leading discipleship and connection strategies that actually work.
• A bachelor’s degree (seminary preferred—especially SBC).
• A home life that reflects Christ and a heart that reflects His mission.

Ready to make an eternal difference?
Come help us make, mature, and multiply disciples—one relationship at a time.

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