Lead Pastor

Lead Pastor Opportunity At Grace Life Bible Church

Shepherd Staff is honored to be working with Grace Life Bible Church in Omaha, Nebraska, as they search for their next Lead Pastor. Grace Life Bible Church is a welcoming, Bible-centered congregation committed to making disciples of Jesus Christ. Known for its strong biblical teaching, meaningful relationships, and commitment to spiritual growth, Grace Life is a church where people are encouraged to know God through His Word, experience His grace, and grow together in faith. With a strong foundation of ministry and a heart for reaching its community, the church is excited to welcome a new pastor who will help lead its next chapter.

The Lead Pastor will serve as the primary spiritual shepherd, teacher, and leader of Grace Life Bible Church. Working alongside the elder board, staff, and ministry leaders, he will provide biblical teaching, pastoral care, and organizational leadership while equipping the congregation to grow in their faith and serve others. This is an opportunity for a pastor who loves God's Word, genuinely cares for people, and has a desire to build upon a healthy ministry while helping the church move forward.

The ideal candidate will be:

• A gifted biblical communicator/teacher who delivers engaging, Christ-centered, expositional preaching that helps people understand Scripture and apply it to everyday life.
• A relational shepherd who genuinely loves people, builds meaningful relationships, and demonstrates compassion, humility, and approachability.
• A visionary leader who can provide direction, develop ministry strategies, and help the church pursue continued spiritual and organizational growth.
• A collaborative team builder who enjoys developing staff, empowering volunteers, and working alongside an elder board in a healthy leadership environment.
• A committed disciple-maker who is passionate about equipping believers, developing future leaders, and encouraging evangelism and community engagement.
• A theologically grounded pastor who aligns with Grace Life's doctrinal convictions, including its commitment to the authority of Scripture, Free Grace theology, and eternal security.
• A long-term ministry partner who desires to invest in the church and community, build lasting relationships, and faithfully lead the congregation into the future.

Grace Life Bible Church is seeking a Lead Pastor who will build upon the church's strong foundation of biblical teaching, discipleship, and meaningful relationships. The next pastor will have the opportunity to lead a congregation that values Scripture, genuinely cares for one another, and desires to make a lasting impact in Omaha and beyond. The church is looking for someone who can honor its history while bringing fresh vision, strong leadership, and a passion for helping people grow in their relationship with Christ.

Working in partnership with the elder board, the Lead Pastor will provide spiritual direction, oversee staff and ministry leadership, and help equip the congregation for meaningful ministry. The ideal leader will balance excellent biblical teaching with genuine pastoral care and the ability to guide a growing church. Above all, Grace Life desires a pastor who will faithfully shepherd its people, develop future leaders, and help the church continue its mission of making disciples of Jesus Christ.

Responsibilities include:

• Preaching and Teaching : Serve as the primary preacher and teacher, delivering biblically faithful, Christ-centered, primarily expositional sermons. Develop and oversee the church's preaching and teaching direction, ensuring alignment with its doctrinal convictions. Equip believers to understand, apply, and live out God's Word.
• Spiritual Leadership and Vision : Provide spiritual direction while championing the church's mission, vision, and values. Foster a culture of discipleship, evangelism, prayer, and spiritual growth. Identify ministry opportunities and guide strategic planning efforts.
• Shepherding and Pastoral Care : Provide pastoral care, spiritual guidance, and encouragement to the congregation. Build meaningful relationships with members and demonstrate a genuine heart for people. Oversee pastoral care efforts in partnership with elders, staff, and ministry leaders.
• Leadership Development : Lead, mentor, and equip church staff, ministry leaders, and volunteers. Identify and develop future leaders within the congregation. Encourage members to discover and use their spiritual gifts in ministry.
• Church Leadership and Administration : Work collaboratively with the elder board in providing leadership and direction for the church. Oversee church staff, providing accountability, encouragement, and support. Participate in strategic planning, budgeting, and ministry evaluation.
• Community Engagement and Outreach : Represent Grace Life Bible Church within the Omaha community. Encourage outreach, evangelism, and local and global missions. Build relationships with community leaders, ministry partners, and mission organizations.