Placement

Family Pastor

Bethany Baptist Church

909 N Wisconsin St, Gunnison, CO 81230 USA   MAP
Demographic: Rural, Mountain, College Town
Statement Of Faith: We believe that no matter who you are, what you’ve done, what you’ve been through, what you look like, or how you’ve been rejected by people – that there is a God who wants to accept, love, forgive, rescue and restore you. His name is Jesus. And we believe that He is calling us into relationship with Him. We believe the Bible is His word. We believe Jesus is the only way to true joy, hope, peace and life, for everyone who receives Him. We believe the Gospel: that Jesus came for you; died for your sins, on the cross, as your substitute, in your place; and rose again to defeat death, hell and sin, and offer you new life. We believe that none of us are “done” yet. We believe that God has a glorious plan, and that you’re in it. We believe in one Triune God, eternally existing in three persons, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, co-eternal in being, co-eternal in nature, co-equal in power and glory, having the same attributes and perfections (Deuteronomy 6:4; 2 Corinthians 13:14) . We believe in second chances in Jesus. We believe the Bible is God's inspired, inerrant word.

Bethany Baptist Church
Gunnison, CO
GunnisonBethany.com

Position Announcement
Family Pastor

Vision of Bethany Church
To be a growing, relevant family of missionaries who desire to see Gunnison and Western Colorado University know Jesus Christ.

Bethany is a dynamic and growing church in Gunnison, CO. We belong to the movement of churches formerly called the Baptist General Conference (now Converge).

Position Overview
We are seeking a biblically sound, competent, highly relational, emotionally mature Pastor to
disciple parents and families, and build the next generation of leaders and disciples for Jesus. The Family Pastor will provide pastoral leadership, counseling, and spiritual development for families within the church, with a particular emphasis on strengthening marriages, equipping parents, and guiding youth.

Key Responsibilities:
Family Ministry
 Develop and lead regular fellowship events designed to strengthen family bonds and build community within the church.
 Equip parents to disciple their children and nurture faith at home through classes, resources, and personal mentoring.
 Plan and lead service opportunities that engage families in mission work, both locally and beyond.

Youth Ministry
 Build a consistent, relational, gospel-centered ministry for Middle and High School students including Bible study, fellowship, discipleship and service.
Ø Lead a weekly large group meeting for teaching and fellowship.
Ø Coordinate events, mission trips, retreats and other experiences for students to grow in relationship with God and with one another.
 Partner with parents to support and equip them in their role as primary spiritual leaders in their children’s lives.

Counseling and Pastoral Care
 Provide Christian counseling to individuals, couples, and families on issues such as marriage, parenting, conflict resolution, and spiritual growth.
 Partner with church leadership to provide pastoral care to families facing crises or transitions.
 Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards in all counseling relationships.


Administration and Collaboration
 Preach or teach in worship services as needed, especially on family or youth-focused topics.
 Manage ministry budgets, calendars, and communication.

Qualifications:
Ø A passionate follower of Christ, committed to family and student ministry and the overall vision of Bethany Church.
Ø Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Ø Experience in family ministry and/or youth ministry preferred.
Ø Counselling experience preferred.
Ø Faithful pursuit of leadership characteristics as listed in 1Tim.3.
Ø A strong knowledge of the Bible and theology.
Ø Strong communication and relational skills, with a heart for nurturing families and discipling the next generation.

Salary Range:
$50K-$60K (based on experience and education) plus benefits, including individual health insurance stipend of $10,000 and paid vacation time. This salaried position carries the expectation of an average of 40 hours worked per week.

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, personal statement of faith, and three references by email to search@gunnisonbethany.com

Date Posted: Mon, Jun 2, 2025   (5 days ago)
Salary: $60K
Benefits: Health, vacation
Anticipated Hire Date: 08/01/25

Point of Contact:

Thomas Burggraf

Senior Pastor
970-641-2144
909 N Wisconsin St
Gunnison, CO 81230
USA