Discipleship Pastor

OVERVIEW

Redeemer Fellowship holds tightly to the core commitments of gospel centrality, biblical sufficiency, family diversity, engaged community, and kingdom generosity. As a church of roughly 120 in current weekly average attendance, their various ministry endeavors are heavily Word-based with five weekly Bible studies, a thriving Youth ministry and monthly gatherings for both men and those inclined towards the original biblical languages.

They are seeking an Associate Pastor of Discipleship with a shepherd’s heart and a desire to see others grow in the gospel and their understanding of God’s Word. The Associate Pastor of Discipleship at Redeemer Fellowship will be someone who is able to discern the spiritual maturity of all RFK members and provide them a pathway forward in their walk with Christ.

The Associate Pastor will focus on ensuring all members of RFK are growing in their understanding of the Gospel and God’s Word through engagement in meaningful community, one-on-one relationships (mentor/mentee), and active participation in the ministries of the church. He will also maintain an overall view of all that RFK provides for the health and maturity of its members. This role is a strategic blend of pastoring and administration — ideal for someone who is gifted in teaching, relational shepherding, and designing structures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Mature and growing relationship with Jesus, marked by gospel dependence, servant leadership, and emotional health

• Theological alignment with Acts 29, The Pillar Network and Redeemer’s statement of faith and mission

• At least 3–5 years of pastoral experience in a gospel-centered, missional church context

• Strong systems thinker with a demonstrated ability to build and manage ministry frameworks

• Relationally gifted and team-oriented, able to lead both people and processes

• Skilled in both leadership development and discipleship strategies

• M.Div. or comparable theological training preferred but not required with sufficient experience

• Humility, gospel fluency, and a love for people and the local church

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Intentional Community: Oversight & Multiplication

  • Provide vision, structure, and pastoral leadership to all weekly Bible studies

  • Encourage and train others towards healthy facilitation of Bible Study Fellowships

  • Plan and implement strategies of multiplication for study groups throughout the city and in various secondary languages of RFK (Arabic, Tamil, etc.)

• Spiritual Assessment: Discern & Shepherd

  • Produce or find appropriate tools to determine needed areas of growth for each new member of RFK including biblical knowledge and understanding, use of spiritual gifts in meaningful ways, and active engagement with those outside the church in gospel conversations

  • Work with current members to determine areas of possible growth and service in RFK, at least once a year

  • Has a heart for and proven experience in gospel-center reconciliation

• Build Up: Train & Encourage

  • Provide vision, structure, and pastoral leadership to all monthly discipleship opportunities, including but not limited to, Romans Monthly, Men’s Gathering, and any RFK Training

  • Work alongside Lead Pastor and current Romans Monthly facilitator to promote and encourage active participation for those who would benefit from a more academically robust look at the Scriptures

  • Work alongside the assigned elder/facilitator for the Men’s Gathering to choose the assigned text for study, as well any appropriate activities to promote godly Christian conviviality among the group

  • Work alongside the Lead Pastor/elders to choose, plan, and implement any RFK Trainings that would benefit the church

MORE INFO & APPLYING

This position should be seen as a long-term commitment by the applicant and his family. As such, financial support will be discussed on a case-by-case basis. Generally speaking, those applicants considered from within Kuwait or the Majority World will be provided a salary commensurate with their ministry experience. Those applicants from outside Kuwait will need to assume they are expected to come with their own financial support secured. This support should be gathered and managed by a third-party non-profit organization.

Unfortunately, RFK is not able to provide visas for pastoral staff at this time. This issue will be discussed with applicants who are considered strong candidates for the position.

To view a full job description please click the button below. If interested please send all inquires to mitchell@redeemerkuwait.com.