Associate Pastor

Job summary

Help plan and lead Sunday services, preach and teach Scripture, develop worship and production teams, and foster prayer, spiritual formation, and discipleship. Work with the Senior Pastor and pastoral team on church leadership and direction, support ministry leaders, and participate in the church’s community outreach.

Job details

Yellowknife Vineyard is a multi-generational church committed to helping people encounter Jesus, grow in their faith, and live it out in everyday life. We value authentic community, Spirit-led ministry, and teaching that is both biblically grounded and practically transformative. Our heart is to see people formed spiritually and equipped to participate in God’s mission—locally and beyond. The Role We are seeking an Associate Pastor to join our team and contribute to the spiritual life and leadership of the church. This role includes key areas of focus in worship, teaching, prayer, and discipleship, while also participating in the broader responsibilities of pastoral ministry. The position may be structured as either part-time or full-time, depending on the candidate’s availability, experience, and gifting. Key Areas of Responsibility Worship & Sunday Gatherings  Collaborate in planning and leading Sunday services  Support and develop worship and production teams  Help create meaningful, engaging environments for corporate worship Preaching & Teaching  Preach regularly as part of the teaching team  Communicate Scripture clearly and in ways that connect to everyday life  Contribute to the overall teaching direction of the church Prayer & Spiritual Formation  Encourage and develop a culture of prayer within the church  Help lead prayer initiatives and support prayer ministry teams  Model a life of prayer and spiritual formation Discipleship & Community Life  Support and help develop small groups and discipleship pathways  Equip and encourage leaders within the church  Assist people in taking next steps in their faith Team Life  Work closely with the Senior Pastor and pastoral team  Contribute to the overall vision and direction of the church  Participate in regular planning, leadership, and ministry rhythms  Maintain a visible and engaged presence in the life of the church Qualifications  A growing and active relationship with Jesus  Experience in church or ministry leadership (3–5 years preferred)  Ability to teach and communicate effectively  Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment  Alignment with Vineyard values and theology Personal Qualities  Relational and approachable  Spiritually grounded and emotionally mature  Teachable and adaptable  Able to take initiative and follow through  Committed to ongoing personal and spiritual growth Additional Expectations  Participate in the life of the church beyond Sunday gatherings  Engage in personal spiritual practices and leadership development  Support the mission and outreach of the church in the local community

What you’ll do

Help plan and lead Sunday services, preach and teach Scripture, develop worship and production teams, and foster prayer, spiritual formation, and discipleship. Work with the Senior Pastor and pastoral team on church leadership and direction, support ministry leaders, and participate in the church’s community outreach.

Requirements

Candidates should have an active relationship with Jesus, align with Vineyard values and theology, communicate and teach effectively, and work well in a team. Church or ministry leadership experience of 3–5 years is preferred, along with relational maturity, adaptability, initiative, and commitment to ongoing spiritual growth.

Listed skills

• adaptability · Preferred
• Planning · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Worship Leadership
• Preaching
• Teaching
• Prayer Ministry
• Discipleship
• Spiritual Formation
• Pastoral Ministry
• Team Leadership
• Small Group Development
• Leader Development
• Communication
• Community Outreach
• Planning
• Initiative
• Adaptability

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Social Services
• Education