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About the Church
Harvest Bible Chapel Buffalo, located in Orchard Park, NY, is a non-denominational evangelical church devoted to glorifying God by making disciples through the Great Commission and living out the Great Commandment. The church is built on four pillars: Unapologetic Preaching, Unashamed Adoration, Unceasing Prayer, and Unafraid Witness. These core values shape a welcoming and casual community where people of all ages and backgrounds can worship passionately, hear Scripture taught clearly, and grow in authentic faith.
Harvest Buffalo offers vibrant children’s and growing youth ministries that help young people develop a personal relationship with Jesus. Multigenerational small groups foster discipleship, accountability, and meaningful community. The church is also deeply committed to local and global outreach, partnering to plant churches in Nicaragua, support seminary education and leadership development, and provide care for orphans and foster children. By blending worship, teaching, prayer, and service, Harvest Buffalo encourages its members to live out their faith fully and make a lasting impact in Buffalo and around the world.
About the Role The Next Gen Pastor is responsible for leading, developing, and overseeing the spiritual growth and discipleship of our children, youth, and young adults. This role focuses on fostering an environment where the next generation can encounter the gospel, grow in faith, and live out their walk with Christ. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with a heart for children, students, and young adults, a passion for equipping families, and the ability to build a cohesive strategy across all age groups. Pastorally, this position will engage in teaching, counseling, and other pastoral duties.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Strategically oversee the development and growth of the Harvest Kids Ministry. Provide direct oversight and leadership of the Student Ministry. Develop and implement a comprehensive Young Adult Ministry. This includes planning the calendar year, orchestrating Sunday and mid‑week gatherings, leading operations for major events, creating communication plans, instilling a culture of safety, biblical teaching, training leaders, engaging our community, and creating systems for improving discipleship.
Assist the pastoral team of Harvest in the equipping of parents to lead their children and youth spiritually through resources, workshops, and events.
Assist the pastoral team with various items: membership interviews, baptisms, weddings, funerals, counseling, etc.
Experience & Education
Bachelor’s Degree required, with a Graduate Degree preferred.
Proven experience in ministry leadership, with an emphasis on youth or family ministry.
Qualifications
Have a clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and a passionate, growing, personal relationship with Him.
Meet the biblical qualifications of an Elder (Titus 1:5‑9 and 1 Timothy 3:1‑7).
Be a member of Harvest and wholeheartedly embrace the doctrine, mission, and ministry philosophy of Harvest.
This person must be humble, loyal, trustworthy, capable, flexible, resourceful, organized, detail‑oriented, able to hold confidence, and have a servant’s heart.
Is a “people person” who is passionate about evangelism.
Has strong interpersonal communication skills and can work as part of a team that values collaboration and humility.
Affirm and uphold Complementarian Theology.
How to Apply To apply, please fill out the fields below and attach your resume. Your completed application will be reviewed in a timely manner.
Life Groups Pastor (Women’s and Singles) Church Size:
6,000+ Salary:
$65,000–$75,000/year Schedule:
Full‑time, Exempt Reports to:
Life Groups Team Lead
Being Part of a Movement That’s Changing Lives At Friends Church, we’re becoming a community of authentic Christ‑followers compelled to change our world. We’re passionate about helping people grow in faith and live on mission together—and we’re looking for a leader who shares that vision. If you love developing leaders, building authentic community, and helping people experience life transformation through God’s Word, this is where you belong.
The Opportunity
Develop and equip leaders to shepherd their groups with purpose and confidence.
Create on‑ramps that help people connect into community through Rooted and Life Groups.
Champion discipleship rhythms—prayer, serving, generosity, and storytelling—that reflect the heartbeat of the early Church.
Shepherd and inspire individuals to live as fully devoted followers of Jesus.
Who You Are
You’re a relational, spirit‑led leader with a pastor’s heart and a strategist’s mind. You love seeing people grow in Christ and helping leaders flourish in their calling.
You have 5+ years of ministry leadership experience (church or parachurch).
You have a bachelor's degree in theology, ministry, or a related field. (Seminary is a plus.)
You’re a strong communicator, whether teaching, writing, or encouraging one‑on‑one.
You have a deep love for God’s Word and the local church.
You thrive in team settings and bring energy, creativity, and organization to your work.
Why Join Us?
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings plan
Paid vacation, holidays, including yuletide week
Paid time off to serve
Tuition discounts at Friends Christian School
Opportunities to attend ministry conferences and events
A collaborative, Christ‑centered culture
Ready to Lead and Inspire?
Join a team that believes the Church is more than a gathering—it’s a movement of people living out God’s Kingdom.
Apply today and help us build a community where lives are transformed and disciples make disciples.
Friends Church is committed to building diverse communities that reflect the kingdom of God. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our mission and values.
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Harvest Buffalo offers vibrant children’s and growing youth ministries that help young people develop a personal relationship with Jesus. Multigenerational small groups foster discipleship, accountability, and meaningful community. The church is also deeply committed to local and global outreach, partnering to plant churches in Nicaragua, support seminary education and leadership development, and provide care for orphans and foster children. By blending worship, teaching, prayer, and service, Harvest Buffalo encourages its members to live out their faith fully and make a lasting impact in Buffalo and around the world.
About the Role The Next Gen Pastor is responsible for leading, developing, and overseeing the spiritual growth and discipleship of our children, youth, and young adults. This role focuses on fostering an environment where the next generation can encounter the gospel, grow in faith, and live out their walk with Christ. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with a heart for children, students, and young adults, a passion for equipping families, and the ability to build a cohesive strategy across all age groups. Pastorally, this position will engage in teaching, counseling, and other pastoral duties.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Strategically oversee the development and growth of the Harvest Kids Ministry. Provide direct oversight and leadership of the Student Ministry. Develop and implement a comprehensive Young Adult Ministry. This includes planning the calendar year, orchestrating Sunday and mid‑week gatherings, leading operations for major events, creating communication plans, instilling a culture of safety, biblical teaching, training leaders, engaging our community, and creating systems for improving discipleship.
Assist the pastoral team of Harvest in the equipping of parents to lead their children and youth spiritually through resources, workshops, and events.
Assist the pastoral team with various items: membership interviews, baptisms, weddings, funerals, counseling, etc.
Experience & Education
Bachelor’s Degree required, with a Graduate Degree preferred.
Proven experience in ministry leadership, with an emphasis on youth or family ministry.
Qualifications
Have a clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and a passionate, growing, personal relationship with Him.
Meet the biblical qualifications of an Elder (Titus 1:5‑9 and 1 Timothy 3:1‑7).
Be a member of Harvest and wholeheartedly embrace the doctrine, mission, and ministry philosophy of Harvest.
This person must be humble, loyal, trustworthy, capable, flexible, resourceful, organized, detail‑oriented, able to hold confidence, and have a servant’s heart.
Is a “people person” who is passionate about evangelism.
Has strong interpersonal communication skills and can work as part of a team that values collaboration and humility.
Affirm and uphold Complementarian Theology.
How to Apply To apply, please fill out the fields below and attach your resume. Your completed application will be reviewed in a timely manner.
Life Groups Pastor (Women’s and Singles) Church Size:
6,000+ Salary:
$65,000–$75,000/year Schedule:
Full‑time, Exempt Reports to:
Life Groups Team Lead
Being Part of a Movement That’s Changing Lives At Friends Church, we’re becoming a community of authentic Christ‑followers compelled to change our world. We’re passionate about helping people grow in faith and live on mission together—and we’re looking for a leader who shares that vision. If you love developing leaders, building authentic community, and helping people experience life transformation through God’s Word, this is where you belong.
The Opportunity
Develop and equip leaders to shepherd their groups with purpose and confidence.
Create on‑ramps that help people connect into community through Rooted and Life Groups.
Champion discipleship rhythms—prayer, serving, generosity, and storytelling—that reflect the heartbeat of the early Church.
Shepherd and inspire individuals to live as fully devoted followers of Jesus.
Who You Are
You’re a relational, spirit‑led leader with a pastor’s heart and a strategist’s mind. You love seeing people grow in Christ and helping leaders flourish in their calling.
You have 5+ years of ministry leadership experience (church or parachurch).
You have a bachelor's degree in theology, ministry, or a related field. (Seminary is a plus.)
You’re a strong communicator, whether teaching, writing, or encouraging one‑on‑one.
You have a deep love for God’s Word and the local church.
You thrive in team settings and bring energy, creativity, and organization to your work.
Why Join Us?
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings plan
Paid vacation, holidays, including yuletide week
Paid time off to serve
Tuition discounts at Friends Christian School
Opportunities to attend ministry conferences and events
A collaborative, Christ‑centered culture
Ready to Lead and Inspire?
Join a team that believes the Church is more than a gathering—it’s a movement of people living out God’s Kingdom.
Apply today and help us build a community where lives are transformed and disciples make disciples.
Friends Church is committed to building diverse communities that reflect the kingdom of God. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our mission and values.
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