Small Groups Director (non-ordained): Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church
Reformed Theological Seminary, New York, NY, United States
Small Groups Director (non-ordained): Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church
Job Description: Position Description:
Small Groups Director (non-ordained)
Ministry Area:
Adult Discipleship
Reports To:
Adult Discipleship Pastor
Direct Reports on Staff:
None
Position Description: The Small Groups Director works closely with the Adult Discipleship Pastor to provide relational small group growth opportunities for MDPC adult members, guests, friends, and other adults, ranging in age from 20s to 90s, while noting Adult Discipleship’s particular focus on adults age 40 and above. The Small Groups Director will also share with the Adult Discipleship Pastor and Adult Studies Director in the substantial teaching responsibilities of the department, help classes and other groups incorporate small group methods and practices, develop and write curricula and resources, guide and nurture volunteer facilitators and teachers, and serve in the overall leadership and practice of the department’s ministry.
Position Scope:
This is a 40-hour per week exempt position, with the eligibility for enrollment in MDPC’s benefit plans.
Specific Responsibilities :
Envision, implement, and direct MDPC’s new program of relational adult small group ministry, with the guidance and oversight of the Adult Discipleship Pastor, including (but not limited to) the following:
Develop the vision and foundational philosophy of the relational small group ministry in coordination with the Adult Discipleship Pastor and Adult Discipleship team
Write curriculum and/or materials used by groups and facilitators
Recruit facilitators, hosts, and other group leaders and train them in their roles
Encourage participation by MDPC leaders, members, guests, friends, and colleagues
Oversee and provide continuing guidance, encouragement, and support to groups, hosts, and facilitators
Administer the program’s ongoing planning, execution, evaluation, and development
Teach regularly in a variety of settings, such as Sunday mornings, Wednesday evenings, and others
Develop and write resources for incorporating small group practice and methodology within other Adult Discipleship offerings, such as discipleship groups, Sunday morning classes, and theological training courses, as well as for MDPC’s broader ministry, with the guidance of the Adult Discipleship Pastor
Participate with the Adult Discipleship Pastor and the Adult Studies Director in guiding, nurturing, and developing Adult Discipleship volunteer teachers, facilitators, and other leaders
Advise groups, classes, and individuals regarding resources for small group formation, facilitation, methodology, curricula, and other related needs
Collaborate with other MDPC ministry departments, such as Caring, Young Adults, Outreach, and Relationships, to create, implement, and evaluate shared opportunities
Team up with the Adult Discipleship Pastor and Adult Studies Director on relevant projects and tasks as requested
Contribute with other responsibilities and duties as assigned
Position Qualifications: Qualifications:
Master’s degree in relevant field preferred; bachelor’s degree in relevant field mandatory
A person of prayer; a student of scripture; a lover of people
Creative, energetic, self-motivated, ability to multi-task
Proven teaching and writing experience in a large, multi-staff church setting
Spiritual gifts of leadership, administration, teaching, encouragement, etc.
Other Requirements or Special Conditions:
A commitment to MDPC’s core values and vision.
Ability to serve as a collegial member of MDPC’s staff; attend appropriate meetings and participate in appropriate staff events.
Expectations of All MDPC Employees:
A personal and growing commitment to Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord;
A commitment to the authority of Scripture and to a lifestyle of Christian holiness;
A willingness to work within the framework of the church’s polity and procedures;
A willing heart, teachable spirit and positive attitude;
A team ministry commitment which places the good of the whole over individual goals;
An ability to work collaboratively with staff and volunteers
A professional approach and appearance;
Integrity, humility, flexibility, and a sense of humor;
A passion for excellence for the glory of God.
Application Deadline 06/01/2026
Job Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $55k-$70k
General Information Church/Organization Name Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church
Contact Name & Contact Info (713) 782-1710
cbrown@mdpc.org
Church
Presbyterian - Other
City, State Houston, TX
Description of Organization Our Story Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church (MDPC) is nestled in the heart of Memorial on the west side of Houston. Find us at the corner of Memorial Drive and Blalock. Our mission statement is:
Loving God. Proclaiming Christ. Living Generously. Engaging All.
In 1954, a handful of men and woman gathered together to prayerfully consider the possibility of a Presbyterian congregation in the Memorial Drive Area, west of Voss Road.This group of Christ-followers, empowered by the Holy Spirit in faith, honesty, and courage became the seed group for the intergenerational and multi-cultural congregation (English, Spanish, Portuguese) that meets for worship, growth, and service on the corner of Memorial and Blalock.As early as 1955, Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church had the following as its core principles:
Prayer-full • Every member prayed for every day
Radically Generous • Supporting+150 Outreach Partners
MDPC is affiliated with the Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians (ECO). This means that its theology is Reformed as expressed in the Essential Tenets and the Book of Confessions and its governance is Presbyterian – ruled by elders – as defined in the Polity and Discipline of ECO, all under the authority of Jesus Christ as revealed in the Holy Scriptures. More about ECO can be found at https://eco-pres.org/about-eco/ Current MDPC Goals We affirm the following four central Strategic Guiding Priorities below (in no particular order) that fuel the advancement of The Great Commandment (Matthew 22:34-40 ) and The Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20 ).
Discipleship/Formation: Grow in Christ-Likeness Evangelism/Conversations: Know and Share God’s Story Service/Outreach: Go Together to Love Generously Connection/Community: Show People They Matter #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Description: Position Description:
Small Groups Director (non-ordained)
Ministry Area:
Adult Discipleship
Reports To:
Adult Discipleship Pastor
Direct Reports on Staff:
None
Position Description: The Small Groups Director works closely with the Adult Discipleship Pastor to provide relational small group growth opportunities for MDPC adult members, guests, friends, and other adults, ranging in age from 20s to 90s, while noting Adult Discipleship’s particular focus on adults age 40 and above. The Small Groups Director will also share with the Adult Discipleship Pastor and Adult Studies Director in the substantial teaching responsibilities of the department, help classes and other groups incorporate small group methods and practices, develop and write curricula and resources, guide and nurture volunteer facilitators and teachers, and serve in the overall leadership and practice of the department’s ministry.
Position Scope:
This is a 40-hour per week exempt position, with the eligibility for enrollment in MDPC’s benefit plans.
Specific Responsibilities :
Envision, implement, and direct MDPC’s new program of relational adult small group ministry, with the guidance and oversight of the Adult Discipleship Pastor, including (but not limited to) the following:
Develop the vision and foundational philosophy of the relational small group ministry in coordination with the Adult Discipleship Pastor and Adult Discipleship team
Write curriculum and/or materials used by groups and facilitators
Recruit facilitators, hosts, and other group leaders and train them in their roles
Encourage participation by MDPC leaders, members, guests, friends, and colleagues
Oversee and provide continuing guidance, encouragement, and support to groups, hosts, and facilitators
Administer the program’s ongoing planning, execution, evaluation, and development
Teach regularly in a variety of settings, such as Sunday mornings, Wednesday evenings, and others
Develop and write resources for incorporating small group practice and methodology within other Adult Discipleship offerings, such as discipleship groups, Sunday morning classes, and theological training courses, as well as for MDPC’s broader ministry, with the guidance of the Adult Discipleship Pastor
Participate with the Adult Discipleship Pastor and the Adult Studies Director in guiding, nurturing, and developing Adult Discipleship volunteer teachers, facilitators, and other leaders
Advise groups, classes, and individuals regarding resources for small group formation, facilitation, methodology, curricula, and other related needs
Collaborate with other MDPC ministry departments, such as Caring, Young Adults, Outreach, and Relationships, to create, implement, and evaluate shared opportunities
Team up with the Adult Discipleship Pastor and Adult Studies Director on relevant projects and tasks as requested
Contribute with other responsibilities and duties as assigned
Position Qualifications: Qualifications:
Master’s degree in relevant field preferred; bachelor’s degree in relevant field mandatory
A person of prayer; a student of scripture; a lover of people
Creative, energetic, self-motivated, ability to multi-task
Proven teaching and writing experience in a large, multi-staff church setting
Spiritual gifts of leadership, administration, teaching, encouragement, etc.
Other Requirements or Special Conditions:
A commitment to MDPC’s core values and vision.
Ability to serve as a collegial member of MDPC’s staff; attend appropriate meetings and participate in appropriate staff events.
Expectations of All MDPC Employees:
A personal and growing commitment to Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord;
A commitment to the authority of Scripture and to a lifestyle of Christian holiness;
A willingness to work within the framework of the church’s polity and procedures;
A willing heart, teachable spirit and positive attitude;
A team ministry commitment which places the good of the whole over individual goals;
An ability to work collaboratively with staff and volunteers
A professional approach and appearance;
Integrity, humility, flexibility, and a sense of humor;
A passion for excellence for the glory of God.
Application Deadline 06/01/2026
Job Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $55k-$70k
General Information Church/Organization Name Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church
Contact Name & Contact Info (713) 782-1710
cbrown@mdpc.org
Church
Presbyterian - Other
City, State Houston, TX
Description of Organization Our Story Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church (MDPC) is nestled in the heart of Memorial on the west side of Houston. Find us at the corner of Memorial Drive and Blalock. Our mission statement is:
Loving God. Proclaiming Christ. Living Generously. Engaging All.
In 1954, a handful of men and woman gathered together to prayerfully consider the possibility of a Presbyterian congregation in the Memorial Drive Area, west of Voss Road.This group of Christ-followers, empowered by the Holy Spirit in faith, honesty, and courage became the seed group for the intergenerational and multi-cultural congregation (English, Spanish, Portuguese) that meets for worship, growth, and service on the corner of Memorial and Blalock.As early as 1955, Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church had the following as its core principles:
Prayer-full • Every member prayed for every day
Radically Generous • Supporting+150 Outreach Partners
MDPC is affiliated with the Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians (ECO). This means that its theology is Reformed as expressed in the Essential Tenets and the Book of Confessions and its governance is Presbyterian – ruled by elders – as defined in the Polity and Discipline of ECO, all under the authority of Jesus Christ as revealed in the Holy Scriptures. More about ECO can be found at https://eco-pres.org/about-eco/ Current MDPC Goals We affirm the following four central Strategic Guiding Priorities below (in no particular order) that fuel the advancement of The Great Commandment (Matthew 22:34-40 ) and The Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20 ).
Discipleship/Formation: Grow in Christ-Likeness Evangelism/Conversations: Know and Share God’s Story Service/Outreach: Go Together to Love Generously Connection/Community: Show People They Matter #J-18808-Ljbffr