Lead Pastor Job North Vernon Indiana USA,Non-Profit & Social Impact

Location: North Vernon

1. Must agree with, and embrace, both publicly and privately, the GBC doctrinal statement, membership covenant, Philosophy of Ministry, and Our Core Pillars.

2. He must embrace GBC’s views of reformed theology, baptism by immersion, complementarianism, understanding of marriage, and elder-led form of governance.

Position overview

The role of the Pastor is to team up with the Elders in overseeing the life and direction of the church. He is primarily responsible for overseeing the spiritual, strategic, and operational needs of the church, working closely with the Elders. His duties include the teaching of Scripture, ministering to the congregation, implementing the vision, and directing missions and outreach ministries.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Provide spiritual leadership to the congregation through biblically sound preaching, discipleship, and exemplifying godly character.

Demonstrate competency and excellence in the study of the scriptures, church leadership and organization, and equipping people to be disciples.

Preach and teach God’s word with the purpose of individual and corporate spiritual growth and maturity in Christ.

Shepherd and provide directional leadership to the church in cooperation with the Board of Elders.

Strategic church leadership - work with the Elders to further develop and implement the vision for the church into the church’s culture.

In concert with the Elders, build an effective methodology for translating church vision and strategy into actionable ministries.

Conduct weddings, funerals, and provide for the observances of the church ordinances.

Support and participate in an annual review of church ministries (Prov. 27:17).

Additional information

We have a stable but reduced membership in need of a rebuilding program.
We are located in North Vernon, Indiana.
Our Sanctuary seats 150 people.
We could offer 6-12 months of on-campus free housing (utilities only).
$50k/year compensation with annual review.
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Our website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org

Position

Qualifications:

The Process

Please review this job description and the church website. Along with your resume, please answer these questions:

Why do you believe you might be a good fit as the Pastor at Grace Baptist Church?

Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Pastor of Grace Baptist Church?

In a few sentences, give a summary of your theology and how it aligns with the doctrine of Grace Baptist Church?

Please send your resume, answers to these questions, and a link to at least one online sermon to

Final date to receive applications Job Type:

Full Time

Salary Range:

TBD

General Information Church/Organization Name

Grace Baptist Church

Contact Name & Contact Info

Church Type

Baptist - Other

City, State Description of Organization

The Big Picture

Grace Baptist Church (gracebaptistnv.org) seeks a Pastor to lead us in fulfilling God's purpose and mission. Our mission is to reach our community for Christ through living by faith.

Candidate Qualifications (Personal Qualities)

Regenerated follower of Jesus Christ.

Meets Elder qualifications of 1 Tim 3 and Titus 1.

Strong leader who inspires others.

Hardworking, energetic.

Strong interpersonal skills.

Humble character and disposition.

Mature, wise, and discerning in Christian character.

Strategic, organized.

Ministry Skills/Education

Strong expository preaching.

Able to recruit and manage ministry leaders.

Effective communicator in all forms.

Capable of dealing constructively with crisis and conflict.

Hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited theological school and be willing to pursue an MDiv or further education.

Have 5+ years of experience in church ministry.

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