Pastor - Carney Evangelical Church; Carney, MI

Overview

Carney Evangelical Free Church (Carney, MI) Pastor

Carney Evangelical Free Church is seeking to fill our Senior Pastor position. We are located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan with opportunities for outdoor recreation for the whole family. We desire to develop, empower and release disciples of Christ for ministry by:

• Celebrating in the worship of God
• Communicating the Gospel to our local community and the world
• Cultivating spiritual growth in all believers
• Caring for people in the name of Christ

We are looking for a Christ-centered pastor who will oversee the spiritual direction of the congregation along with our other elders. Our search is for the man who will lead us to be more outward focused and committed to making fervent and obedient disciples of Jesus Christ.

The Senior Pastor shall be the spiritual leader of the church and shall be responsible with the Elders for the spiritual oversight and welfare of the church, including the ministry of the Word, administration of the ordinances, and the general work associated with this office.

The CEFC Senior Pastor shall:

• Exhibit the qualities found in I Timothy 3:1-7, II Timothy 2:15, Titus 1:5-9, and I Peter 5:1-4.
• Have Biblical, theological, and pastoral competency and/or adequate experience.
• Be committed to the CEFC Constitution & Bylaws, including the premillennial position of Christ's return, with the CEFC Framework For Ministry.
• Have a clear call from God discerned individually and by CEFC.
• If not credentialed by the EFCA when hired, be credentialed by the EFCA within the first 18 months; ordination is strongly encouraged and expected if not previously ordained.
• Have a heart and vision for evangelism using the Framework for Ministry in executing that vision.

Accountability – The Senior Pastor shall be a member of the Board of Elders and accountable to them to accomplish the church’s mission of creating fervent and obedient disciples of Jesus Christ.

In partnership with the Board of Elders, the Senior Pastor shall:

• Preach the Word of God and administer the ordinances of the church.
• Provide spiritual oversight, welfare, and shepherding of the congregation.
• Equip the saints for the work of the ministry.
• Communicate and execute the vision of the church.
• Serve as the primary spiritual leader of the congregation.
• Lead the Elder training process.
• Oversee and supervise office staff.
• Assist the Elders with the administration of the Benevolence Fund to aid those in financial difficulty.
• Partner with the Elders in evaluating applicants for membership.
• Be an ex-officio member of all ministry teams and standing committees.
• Provide written reports for quarterly and annual congregational business meetings.

A separate document will be provided at the time of calling to include specific salary and benefits. In general, the package will include:

• Annual compensation range: $60,000 - $63,000 for salary and benefits, depending on education and experience
• Parsonage – including utilities
• 3 weeks’ vacation
• 3-month sabbatical every 5 years

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

• Why do you believe you might be a good fit as the Pastor at CEFC?
• Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Pastor at CEFC?
• In a few sentences, summarize your theology and how it aligns with the doctrine of The Evangelical Free Church of America and CEFC?
• Please send your resume, answers to these questions, and a link to at least one online sermon to