Associate Pastor

1799 Woodland Hills Drive
Kingwood, TX 77339

KINGWOOD METHODIST CHURCH Associate Pastor - Job Description (October 2026) Position Summary The Associate Pastor serves as a member of the pastoral team, providing leadership in women’s ministry, pastoral care, discipleship, ministry development, and coordination across the church. This position is responsible for strengthening connections within the congregation, developing ministries that help people grow in faith, supporting staff and ministry leaders, and participating in the preaching and pastoral ministry of the church. Preferred Candidate would be either a candidate for ministry in the Global Methodist Church or ordained in the Global Methodist Church. Completed education for ordination in the GMC is not required but it is expected that the candidate either has the required education or is actively working to complete the education. Desired Personal Qualities and Skills of Candidates Applying for Position ● Spiritual Leadership - demonstrates Christ-like behavior, spiritual development, integrity, compassion ● Preaching and Teaching - delivers engaging scripture based sermons, teaches in Wesleyan tradition ● Community Engagement - builds strong relationships with members and visitors, provides pastoral care, officiates services ● Administrative and Team Leadership - exhibits teambuilding skills, mentors staff, collaborates effectively with church leadership ● Program Development and Support - develops and supports church programs, passion for Women’s ministry, encourages mission-oriented growth ● Personal Characteristics - radiates joy, positivity, authenticity and demonstrates unconditional love and energy Primary Areas of Responsibility 1. Pastoral Team and Church Leadership Participate fully in the shared leadership and ministry of the pastoral team and church. ● Participate in the regular responsibilities and rhythms of the pastoral team ● Participate in the preaching rotation ● Provide pastoral and ministry support to Vine and Sanctuary worship services as needed ● Attend and contribute to relevant meetings, including Church Council and other leadership meetings ● Participate in worship leadership, preaching, pastoral care, and congregational life as assigned ● Collaborate with pastors, staff, ministry leaders, and volunteers to advance the mission and vision of the church ● Provide pastoral leadership and support across ministries as needs arise ● Represent the church and pastoral team with professionalism, integrity, warmth, and a commitment to the church’s mission 2. Missions Provide leadership and pastoral support for the church’s local, national, and global mission efforts. ● Lead and provide pastoral leadership to the Compass Ministry Team ● Evaluate and recommend mission opportunities that align with the church’s mission and priorities ● Develop relationships with, communicate with, and provide pastoral support to missionaries and mission partners ● Oversee the missions budget and expenditures ● Supervise the Missions Ministry Assistant ● Coordinate and oversee the Missions Newsletter and other mission-related communications ● Organize the church’s response to disasters and emergency mission opportunities as needed ● Encourage and equip the congregation to participate in mission and service opportunities 3. Connection and Assimilation Ministries Develop intentional pathways that help visitors and regular attendees become increasingly connected to the life of the church and deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ. ● Evaluate, assess, and develop strategies for welcoming, connecting, and assimilating visitors and regular attendees ● Develop methods and opportunities that help people move from attendance to meaningful participation and discipleship ● Teach and coordinate the New Member Class ● Coordinate and participate in Pizza with the Pastors and other connection events ● Facilitate communication and coordination among pastors, the Ministry Assistant, and the Communications Director ● Serve as the pastoral point of contact for filming, social media, and other pastoral communication initiatives 4. Women’s Ministry Provide pastoral leadership and support for women’s discipleship and connection opportunities. ● Serve as the pastoral connection point for women’s Bible studies and small groups ● Support and encourage women’s ministry leaders and volunteers ● Coordinate and/or lead special events, Bible studies, and discipleship opportunities for women ● Develop opportunities that encourage women of all ages and stages of life to grow in faith and build meaningful relationships within the church 5. Adult Discipleship Provide leadership and support for adult faith formation and discipleship opportunities throughout the church. ● Serve as pastoral liaison to Adult Sunday School classes and large-group Bible studies ● Support, coordinate, and develop adult discipleship opportunities ● Coordinate Wednesday Night programming, including classes, meals, and special events ● Identify opportunities to strengthen connections between adult discipleship ministries and the broader life of the church ● Encourage the development of discipleship opportunities for adults at various stages of faith 6. Spanish-Speaking Ministry ● Develop a relationship with and provide pastoral support to the Spanish-speaking worship service and congregation ● Serve as a pastoral liaison between the Spanish-speaking ministry and the broader church ● Support opportunities for greater connection, collaboration, and shared ministry across congregations 7. Youth Ministry Provide pastoral support and serve as a point of connection for the church’s youth ministry. ● Serve as the pastoral point of contact for youth ministry ● Provide pastoral presence, support, and leadership to youth staff and volunteers ● Coordinate confirmation ministry in collaboration with pastors and youth ministry staff ● Participate in and support youth ministry events and initiatives as appropriate ● Help strengthen connections between youth, families, and the broader church 8. Caring Ministries Provide pastoral leadership and support for ministries focused on caring for the congregation. ● Serve as the pastoral point of contact for Caring Ministries ● Provide pastoral support and guidance to caring ministry leaders and volunteers ● Help identify congregational care needs and develop appropriate ministry responses ● Coordinate with other pastors and ministry leaders regarding pastoral care needs Core Expectations The Associate Pastor is expected to: ● Build authentic relationships with members, guests, staff, and ministry leaders ● Foster a culture of welcome, connection, discipleship, and service ● Work collaboratively as part of a multi-pastor and ministry staff team ● Communicate clearly and consistently with staff and ministry leaders ● Identify ministry needs and opportunities and take initiative in developing appropriate responses ● Demonstrate spiritual maturity, pastoral sensitivity, organizational ability, and sound judgment ● Model the values, theology, mission, and ministry priorities of the church Contact: Rev. Dr. Burt Palmer, Sr. Pastor Burt.palmer@kingwoodmethodist.org 806-676-5332 (cell)

Master's Degree