Associate​/Adult Ministries Pastor

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Located in Elk Grove, a suburb of Sacramento, California, LifePointe is a non‑denominational Christian Church planted 22 years ago by the Senior Pastor, Chris Delfs, through STADIA:
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We relentlessly pursue pointing people to the abundant, joy‑filled life Jesus came to give us. Through a relational context, we pursue this abundant life by building genuine relationships with others – and developing a deeply devoted relationship with Jesus. We preach the Word with passion! In theology, we are biblically conservative, but in methodology, our approach is culturally relevant!

LifePointe stands on the edge of exciting opportunities and anticipates God bringing continued growth in the near future (both spiritually and numerically) within all our ministries. This person has the opportunity to help LifePointe take our next steps so that we can make an even greater kingdom impact upon our community. So we need just the right person… and we’re praying – BIG TIME!

• Salary Negotiable (based on experience, education, qualifications, etc.)
• Benefits Provided: medical, dental, retirement

Reports To:

Executive Pastor

Location:

LifePointe Christian Church (Elk Grove, CA)
Status:
Full‑time Directorial Employee (FTDE), Exempt | Salary | 45+ hrs/wk

The Adult Ministries Pastor is a dynamic leader who cares for people and helps mobilize them—someone who combines strength of vision with deep empathy. He is respected for his authority and clarity, and loved for his ability to listen, connect, and uplift those he leads. He leads with purpose, inspires others to move together towards the church’s vision, and is guided by a devotion to our mission of pointing people to life in Jesus.

This key leadership role involves recruiting, equipping and empowering leaders, developing discipleship pathways, and fostering a culture of spiritual growth within the adult community. The Adult Ministries Pastor will provide vision and strategic direction for a multitude of ministries, such as Group Life, Community Outreach, and Men’s and Women’s Ministries, as well as develop classes/workshops, and create other ministry opportunities that encourage connection, transformation, and service.

Leadership of approximately 20 high‑level leaders, staff member(s), and approximately 175 volunteers.

Adult Discipleship & Spiritual Formation

Create and curate discipleship content and initiatives aligned with LifePointe’s Church on Mission framework and other church‑wide spiritual growth strategies. Empower, care for, and provide strategic direction to volunteer leaders to ensure alignment with the church’s discipleship mission.

• Oversee baptism preparation, classes, and Baptism Team coordination.
• Create, host, and/or teach “How to” workshops and other equipping environments.
• Manage and support the Prayer Team.

Group Life

Provide visionary leadership and oversight for Group Life (Life Groups, Rooted Groups, Demographics, Community Groups, and Resource & Recovery Groups).

• Recruit, train/coach, and release group leaders to foster healthy and multiplying groups with attention and care for new people who attend their groups/events.
• Provide leadership for enrichment efforts and initiatives for demographic‑specific ministries, including LP Men, Women, Marriage, and 55+.

Local Outreach & Community Engagement

Strengthen our impact within our city by holding fast to our never changing essentials while pursuing innovative ways to reach Elk Grove’s unsaved. Shepherd our church family in cultivating a heart for the lost and a passion for carrying out our mission.

• Lead all‑church outreach events and initiatives that connect our church to the community.
• Oversee local mission projects, including service days and developing partnerships with local organizations.

Pastoral Care

Shepherd people through the various stages and…