Assistant Pastor

Assistant Pastor (Lead Pastor Pathway)

Location: Hamilton Wesleyan Church – Hamilton, Indiana

Reports to: Senior Pastor & Church Board

About Hamilton Wesleyan Church

Hamilton Wesleyan Church is a Christ-centered, family-oriented congregation that exists to help people find and follow Jesus. We're a multi-generational church rooted in Wesleyan theology and dedicated to biblical truth, discipleship, and authentic community.

Our ministries extend beyond Sunday mornings — from youth and children's discipleship to missions, outreach events, and community partnerships. We believe the church should be a place where people experience hope, grow in faith, and serve together.

About Our Community

Hamilton, Indiana, is a close-knit lakeside town of about 1,500 people in the beautiful northeast corner of the state. Life here is peaceful, family-friendly, and full of community pride. With Hamilton Lake at its heart, our town enjoys an active year-round rhythm — summer festivals, community parades, and shared moments of small-town connection that make it an ideal place for both ministry and family life.

The Opportunity

We're seeking an Assistant Pastor who is passionate about ministry and ready to grow into a future Lead Pastor role. This position is built around mentorship, collaboration, and shared vision — a natural transition designed to ensure a healthy handoff of leadership when the time is right.

The Assistant Pastor will work closely with the Senior Pastor, Church Board, and congregation, learning the rhythms of ministry while building relationships throughout the church and community. Together with the Senior Pastor, you'll help guide the church's spiritual direction, identify ministry opportunities, and continue developing the heart and mission of Hamilton Wesleyan Church.

Ministry Focus Areas

Below are some ideas of areas where you could help focus the church and your ministry, depending on your gifts and calling. These are not rigid requirements but examples of how you can partner with the current Lead Pastor to strengthen and grow ministry together:

· Preaching & Teaching: Share in the Sunday preaching rotation, lead Bible studies, and teach youth or adult classes as needed.

· Missions & Outreach: Help strengthen our global and local missions efforts and develop opportunities for hands-on service.

· Youth & Christian Education: Engage with children, youth, and families, building discipleship opportunities and leadership growth.

· Community Engagement: Represent the church in community events like Fall Fest, Summer Fest, and Life Center concerts.

· Visitation & Care: Provide pastoral care through home visits, prayer, and relationship building.

· Leadership Development: Work alongside church leadership in planning, vision casting, and future ministry growth.

Qualifications

· A passionate follower of Jesus with a clear call to pastoral ministry

· Alignment with the beliefs and values of The Wesleyan Church

· Bachelor's degree in ministry/theology preferred (or pursuing)

· Willingness to pursue ministerial credentials through The Wesleyan Church

· Strong communicator with a servant's heart and desire to grow in leadership

Compensation & Benefits

· $2,000 per month (biweekly pay)

· 1099 position

· Parsonage provided, including gas, electric, water, trash, and internet

· Potential relocation reimbursement

· 12% contribution to The Wesleyan Pension Fund

· Two weeks of paid time off (PTO)

· Supportive and prayerful transition mentorship

· We are flexible and understanding regarding family and school timing for relocation

Why Serve Here

You'll be joining a church family that truly loves people. Our congregation is ready to welcome, support, and partner with a pastor who wants to grow alongside us — spiritually, relationally, and in ministry.

You'll serve in a community that values faith and family, with a leadership team committed to mentorship, encouragement, and shared vision. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who desires a loving environment to plant roots, lead with authenticity, and shepherd a growing church into its next season of ministry.

Apply Today

If this sounds like a place where you and your family could thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your résumé, cover letter, and statement of faith to:

Hamilton Wesleyan Church – 4001 Terry Lake Rd, Hamilton, IN 46742

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18, $25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25,000