Adult Discipleship Director

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

WEEKLY ATTENDANCE: 1,700

Meet Stonehill Church

Founded in the spring of 2012 by a group including Doug and Heather Connelly, Rockharbor Church in North Meridian, Idaho, experienced rapid growth. Within a few years, this led to the decision to plant a sister church in South Meridian. In August 2016, Stonehill Church launched with Doug Connelly as the lead and founding Pastor. Initially meeting at Victory Middle School, they moved their Sunday services to Mountain View High School in 2019.

Stonehill Church is optimistic about the future and is currently focused on: reaching those without a relationship with Jesus, discipling believers within the church, making a significant impact on the local community through outreach and individual service, and planning for a permanent facility on Amity near Meridian Road, with a groundbreaking anticipated in summer 2025.

About the Adult Discipleship Director

Join our team and play a vital role in Stonehill’s mission to love all people and help them find and follow Jesus! As the Adult Discipleship Director, you will be instrumental in cultivating a thriving environment where adults can deepen their faith and connection with Christ through impactful discipleship avenues and programs.

The Adult Discipleship Director’s responsibilities include:

As the Adult Discipleship Director, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive discipleship strategies for the adults within our church community. Your key responsibilities will include:

Cultivating and Maintaining Vibrant Discipleship Ministries:

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight to the Rooted coordinator, ensuring its effectiveness in fostering spiritual growth.
• Empower and guide the women’s ministry leader to create impactful discipleship opportunities for women.
• Directly lead and develop the men’s ministry, creating engaging and transformative experiences for men.
• Design and lead engaging Biblical and topical studies, such as Spring and Summer Sessions, to deepen biblical understanding and application.
• Develop and implement strategies to effectively care for and shepherd our growing community of new believers and those in need, guiding them on their faith journey.

Innovating and Implementing New Discipleship Pathways:

• Spearhead the development and implementation of the re-engage marriage ministry, providing administrative oversight to the re-engage coordinator and ensuring its success in strengthening marriages.
• Design and launch a new one-to-one discipleship/mentorship program, connecting individuals for personalized spiritual growth.
• Develop clear and effective courses, systems, and processes specifically designed for discipling new believers and those exploring faith.
• Collaborate closely with the Engagement Coordinator to ensure seamless integration of discipleship pathways for visitors, fostering deeper connection and assimilation into the church community.

Leads and champions Stonehill’s Engagement ministry, fostering a welcoming environment for new believers and guests.

• Strategically guides the ministry to effectively care for and shepherd a growing community of new individuals.
• Provides visionary and administrative leadership to the Engagement Team, overseeing the Engagement Coordinator, Care Coordinator, and Rooted Coordinator.
• Directly leads and develops the Baptism ministry.

What you bring

The ideal candidate will be a passionate and experienced leader with a deep commitment to discipleship and a proven ability to build and grow ministries. We are looking for someone who embodies the following:

Education and experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working within a medium-to-large church setting, demonstrating a track record of successful ministry development and leadership.
• Relevant educational background; a Bible degree is highly preferred, indicating a strong foundation in biblical principles.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Highly Relational: You possess exceptional interpersonal skills and a natural ability to connect with and build relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Gifted Teacher: You have a clear and engaging teaching style, capable of effectively communicating biblical truths and inspiring others in their faith journey.
• Theological Foundation: While preferred, a strong understanding of theological principles will be valuable in guiding discipleship efforts.
• Caring and Shepherding Heart: You have a genuine compassion for others and a desire to nurture their spiritual growth, providing guidance and support with empathy.
• Leader Development: You have a proven ability to identify, equip, and empower leaders, multiplying your impact within the ministry.

Stonhill’s Partnership Pathway

Staff Team Members have an expectation of upholding the Partnership Pathway of Stonehill.

• Gather – Each Staff Team member needs to be committed to being at Sunday services on a regular basis. Our Community Groups are an integral part of our church, so it is vital to be part of a Community group on a regular basis.
• Grow – It is hard to lead somewhere you have never been. It is critical that Staff Team Members are personally growing in their walk with Christ. This should include daily Bible Study and Prayer.
• Give – It is important that each Staff Team Member is giving their Time, Treasure, and Talents. A staff member should be committed to giving their tithes and offering to our local Church. (Stonehill)
• Go – This can look different, but a Staff Team Member is going by serving in and out of Stonehill, (local community) by creating discipleship relationships where you are pouring spiritually into others, and by being involved in local and global outreach.

What it’s like to live in Meridian, ID

Living in Meridian, ID offers a blend of suburban comfort with access to urban amenities, creating an attractive lifestyle for many. The city is widely considered safe and family-friendly, fostering a strong sense of community that often feels like a small town despite its increasing size. As one of the fastest-growing cities in Idaho, Meridian is experiencing new developments and a rise in amenities and businesses, which can be both exciting and a point of adjustment for long-term residents. Its central location within the Treasure Valley provides convenient access to Boise and surrounding areas, balancing suburban living with urban accessibility. While the cost of living is higher than the national average, primarily due to rising housing costs, Meridian offers numerous parks, outdoor activities, and family-friendly attractions like Roaring Springs Waterpark. The Village at Meridian provides ample shopping and dining options, and community events throughout the year contribute to a strong local spirit. Overall, Meridian presents a desirable quality of life, particularly for families, with its safe environment and access to both recreation and urban conveniences, though the higher cost of living and the effects of rapid growth are important considerations.