Lead Minister Driftwood Christian Church

Job Description Driftwood Christian Church (DCC) in Cherokee, OK is searching for a full-time Lead Minister who is grounded in scripture and guided by the Holy Spirit. Our hope is to deepen the discipleship of our members and reach our community with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Our compensation package includes a fair salary and a parsonage and paid utilities. Responsibilities The lead minister will preach on Sunday, Share shepherding with the Elders, Encourage the Deacons in service, and Support the teachers, youth leaders and others in their ministries. Ideal Candidates Will build relationships of respect, Care about the involvements of the attenders, Appreciate the ag community work ethic and calendar, and Feel enriched by large skies and God-created beauty. About Us Driftwood Christian Church (DCC) is a multi-generational, visionary, independent Christian Church in Driftwood, OK with a rich history and a bright future. We have active people in every age group, unified with a simple mission statement: Loving God, Loving People, Making Disciples. Our congregation seeks to live this out every day. Leadership includes individuals who have served for decades and newer generations, working together in harmony to support the ministry. The church encourages each member to personally embrace faith. Our worship service blends modern songs and hymns led by a volunteer praise team, creating a meaningful environment for praise. See our worship services at our Facebook page Church FB Page. DCC has proactively renovated its facilities over the last 10 years. We purchased two buildings dedicated to youth ministry and outreach without incurring debt. DCC is actively involved in missions at both local and international levels. Our congregation serves in worship, teaching, youth ministry, and other areas of service. They also engage the surrounding communities through law enforcement, fire, politics, education and agriculture. Based in a rural setting, 100+ people regularly attend worship coming from several neighboring communities. About Our Communities Our small-town setting offers families and individuals the opportunity to prosper. Our consolidated school in Burlington, OK has an updated campus and is committed to excellence in education as well as strong programs such as basketball, FFA, and robotics. Community organizations offer essential support, and fire and rescue volunteers maintain advanced training standards, supported by locally funded facilities and equipment. The local ag cooperative is a backbone of services in the community. Our community benefits from high-speed fiber internet, facilitating remote work opportunities. A comprehensive rural healthcare facility – including clinic, hospital, ER, and lab – lies just 15 minutes away. NWOSU, a four-year state university, is also 20 minutes away. Outdoor enthusiasts will find ample opportunities for hunting and recreation. To Apply Interested candidates should submit 1) a current resume 2) links to three recent sermons 3) three references to View email address on click.appcast.io. If you have questions or would like a more detailed job description, contact Randy at the same email. #J-18808-Ljbffr Manhattan Christian College