The Assistant Pastor of Discipleship's Responsibilities Include: 

Christian Education/Discipleship

Develop and lead our church in a holistic (cradle-to-grave) strategy to draw people closer to the Lord.

Work together with Ministry Teams to develop Discipleship ministry including vision, goals, and benchmarks

Small Groups

Develop Small Group ministry as a primary avenue for the spiritual growth for members.

Work with Ministry Teams to develop vision, goals, and benchmarks for the Small Group Ministry

Evaluate and recommend curriculum for Small Groups.

Continually recruit, train, and empower Small Group leaders and equip them to disciple others.

Family Ministries

Actively lead all Children’s and Youth Ministries, participating and delegating as appropriate.

Proactively manage and empower Family Ministries Staff (currently consists of Youth Leader, Interim Sunday School Director, Interim Kid’s Club Director, Nursery Lead).

Covenant Presbyterian Church PlaygroundWhat You Bring: 

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Pastor of Discipleship and Family Ministries:

Education & Experience

College degree & Bible/Seminary training, preferred

Education and experience in ministry leadership and teaching roles

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Expertise in and desire to develop discipleship methods and models

Strong skills in current digital platforms 

Ability to consider new solutions for ongoing improvement

Strong oral and written communication skills

Committed to proactively soliciting input and expertise from staff and church members, as well as from resources outside of the church.

Administrative Skills

Organizational skills

Able to “keep several balls in the air” and design mechanisms across the organization to create and maintain continuity

Able to ensure all tasks are done correctly, thoroughly, and with precision.

Personal Characteristics & Qualifications

The candidate must meet the qualifications of 1 Timothy 3:1-7 & Titus 1:6-9

Theologically reformed and willing to participate in and submit to Presbyterian Polity, specifically the EPC denomination

Must demonstrate a clear call to vocational ministry

Must have sufficient experience in discipleship and family ministries

Must be in full agreement with the beliefs of the EPC

​​Must possess a clear conviction that all of God’s people are to make disciples; seeks to fulfill the Great Commission

Humbly committed to working with other pastors, elders, staff, and church members

Loves to engage people personally and build relationships.

Collaborative/team-oriented

Relational over attractional

Detail-oriented

Covenant Presbyterian Church TeamWhat it's Like to Live in Reno, NV: 

Reno, Nevada, ‘The Biggest Little City in the World,’ is located 45 minutes from beautiful Lake Tahoe, surrounded by mountains with the Truckee River flowing through the heart of the city. The Church is located in the up and coming Midtown District that has quickly become the cultural center of Reno offering a wide range of food and dining options, unique local shops, and murals. 

Reno is home to approximately 250,000 people (460,000 metro area) of which Barna Research Group listed in 2017 as the second Most Unchurched City in America, second to San Francisco.