Lake Oconee Church is a growing, non denominational church located approximately one hour east of Atlanta in the Lake Oconee region of Georgia, a highly desirable, upscale lake community known for its golf courses, waterfront homes, and rapid development. Planted in 2013, the church has experienced steady growth and now welcomes around 500 people each Sunday across two identical services at 9:15a and 10:45a. Under the leadership of Lead Pastor Andy McQuaid since 2014, the church has completed two building phases and continues to position itself for long term impact in a rapidly expanding and affluent community.
Lake Oconee Church is a partner church within the Irresistible Church Network and shares a strong commitment to creating engaging, strategic, and mission driven Sunday environments designed to reach people far from God. The church has built a strong culture of small groups with over 90 percent of regular attenders connected in groups, sees consistent first time guest engagement, and maintains a high percentage of people serving on teams. With a clear outreach focus, monthly baptisms, and a reputation as one of the most engaging churches in the area for young families, Lake Oconee Church continues to position itself as a church that is intentional about reaching its community while building depth in discipleship.
The church is seeking the right candidate to take over as the new Adult Ministries Director to oversee the small groups and discipleship ministry at the church. The right candidate will have a deep personal life in Christ and the character and capacity that align with the church’s overall mission and vision. Below are the qualifications and responsibilities Froot Group and the church have identified for this role:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Small Group and Discipleship Leadership
- Lead and build the Adult Ministries department including small groups, short term groups, affinity gatherings, Infinity Groups, care initiatives, and emerging discipleship pathways.
- Recruit, train, coach, and shepherd small group leaders, facilitators, and volunteers while cultivating a strong leadership bench.
- Create clear systems for onboarding new leaders and participants ensuring no one falls through the cracks.
- Track participation, evaluate group health, and continually strengthen the quality and impact of group environments.
Care and Shepherding Systems
- Develop and oversee a care network that routes needs to small groups, serve teams, and encouragement teams in a timely and organized manner.
- Maintain a vetted referral list of counselors and community resources.
- Shepherd baptism candidates through the documented baptism pathway in coordination with the Lead Pastor.
- Oversee and coordinate funerals, involving the Lead Pastor when appropriate.
Events and Connection Pathways
- Plan and execute seasonal group pushes, affinity gatherings, and round table studies that create clear on ramps into small groups.
- Rebuild and strengthen Infinity Groups as an entry point for those unsure about long term commitment.
- Organize and lead strategic Adult Ministries events including LTLC initiatives and community engagement opportunities.
- Ensure all events are well organized, welcoming, and clearly connected to next steps in discipleship.
Community Engagement and “Lovin the Lake Country”
- Champion the Lovin the Lake Country strategy within the church and broader community.
- Identify and coordinate church participation in local community events and nonprofit partnerships.
- Organize and lead all aspects of the Be Rich campaign and related outreach initiatives.
- Serve as liaison for community events hosted in the church building and cultivate strong relationships with community partners.
Communication and Collaboration
- Communicate consistently and clearly with small group leaders, congregants, and staff regarding vision, expectations, and opportunities.
- Meet regularly with the Lead Pastor to align strategy, calendars, and initiatives.
- Share in main stage hosting and teaching responsibilities periodically.
- Participate in Lake Oconee Church team meetings and Irresistible Church Network gatherings for alignment and development.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Deep and growing relationship with Jesus Christ with evidence of spiritual maturity.
- Alignment with Lake Oconee Church Statement of Beliefs and Leadership Agreement.
- Proven ability to recruit, empower, and multiply leaders who lead others.
- Strong administrative and organizational skills with consistent follow through.
- Clear and engaging communicator capable of connecting with adults across life stages.
- Demonstrated ability to plan and execute strategic events with excellence.
- Professional presence capable of earning trust with church leadership, volunteers, and community partners.
Education:
- A Bachelor’s degree preferred, not required. Demonstrated theological training or equivalent ministry formation required.
Experience:
- Experience leading leaders in ministry, nonprofit, or organizational contexts required. Church staff experience is helpful but not mandatory if leadership capacity is clearly demonstrated.
Reports to: Director of Operations
For more information, view the FULL CHURCH PROFILE at frootgroup.com/lakeoconeeamd.
To apply, email your resume to Meggan at [email protected].