Connections Pastor, Cheyenne, WY

U.S. Church Ministries•Cheyenne, WY

About The Position

The Connections Pastor connects people to God, the CrossBridge congregation, and the broader community through discipleship, ministry development, teaching, and partnership. The role focuses on building relationships and helping people move from first-time guests to engaged members, while also connecting longtime attenders with ministries. The pastor oversees discipleship programs, develops volunteer leaders, provides pastoral care, and works with the Lead Pastor and other ministry leaders to support spiritual formation and service. The position is full-time and offers health benefits, a cell phone, and additional benefits. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Requirements

General alignment with the Christian & Missionary Alliance’s Statement of Faith and the church’s mission.
A mature, Spirit-filled Christian with a strong passion and love for people.
Must be licensed or ordained with the Christian & Missionary Alliance, or willing to become so; the position requires Alliance licensing.
Experience developing and overseeing effective volunteer teams.
Ability to motivate oneself, leaders, and teams.
Ability to develop effective structures for connecting people with church ministries.
Ability to work in partnership with other ministry leaders and administrative staff.
Outgoing, personable, highly relational, and committed to lifelong learning.

Nice To Haves

Formal theological training.

Responsibilities

Design and implement systems that help first-time guests become engaged members and support their spiritual journey and involvement in church life.
Develop pathways for longtime attenders to connect with new and existing ministries.
Recruit, equip, oversee, train, and encourage volunteer leaders and foster a culture of discipleship and connection.
Build relationships with individuals and families and offer pastoral care and guidance.
Oversee discipleship programs, including small groups, classes, and mentoring initiatives; evaluate and improve spiritual formation and leadership-development processes.
Pastor, train, and recruit Small Group leaders and arrange discipleship resources for Small Groups and Classes.
Work with the Lead Pastor to identify and develop people’s gifts and passions and create opportunities for them to serve.
Be a visible, welcoming, and friendly presence at church gatherings and in the community as able.
Teach during Sunday worship gatherings as needed, delivering biblically grounded messages.
Identify opportunities to reach and connect with people in the local community who do not currently attend church, and develop bridges between the church and the broader region.
Collaborate with ministry staff, elders, and leaders on a cohesive discipleship strategy integrated with worship, outreach, and care ministries.
Maintain accurate records, communicate with volunteers and church members, and manage ministry budgets as appropriate.