Associate Pastor - Hastings Berean Bible Church; Hastings, NE

Overview

Hastings Berean Bible Church (hastingsberean.org) is seeking a full-time Associate Pastor.

The role of the Associate Pastor is to come alongside our Senior Pastor and Elder Board to shepherd a growing, multi-generational church in downtown Hastings, Nebraska.

• Ministry Coordination and Communication:
  Provide clear direction and support to church staff and volunteers, with a special emphasis on strengthening Life Group ministry.
• Love And Care For God’s People:
  Offer biblical counseling, respond to requests for assistance, and provide pastoral care through hospital visits, funerals, and relational presence within the congregation and community.
• Develop Disciples:
  Promote and facilitate one‑on‑one discipleship to nurture spiritual growth.
• Teaching:
  Willingness to lead Bible studies and Life Groups, and occasionally deliver sermons on Sundays.
• Berean Fellowship Participation:
  Actively engage in Berean Fellowship meetings, including Regional Fellowship, Engage, and Connect gatherings.

• Meets the scriptural qualifications of an Elder and for his calling as outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1‑7 and Titus 1:6‑9, 1 Peter 5:2‑3.
• A personal and continually growing relationship with Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
• Strong gifting in leadership, organization, and administration.
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Training in biblical studies or willingness to pursue such training.

The Associate Pastor will report to the Elder Board through the Senior Pastor and work collaboratively with the rest of the staff, particularly the Administrative Assistant.

Full‑time, salaried position with benefits, offering a competitive salary of $60,000, commensurate with education and experience.

Please review this job description and the church website. Include your resume and answer the following questions:

• Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the Associate Pastor at Hastings Berean Bible Church?

• Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Associate Pastor of Hastings Berean Bible Church.

• In just a few sentences, please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine of Hastings Berean Bible Church.

Please send your resume, the answers to these questions, and a link to at least one online sermon to