Lead Pastor

Job Posting for Lead Pastor Position at: New Hope Church Greeting from New Hope Church, a part of the Reformed Church in America. We are seeking a passionate and visionary pastor to lead our congregation in Fairview Park, OH an “inner-ring” suburb of Cleveland which broadens our mission field. If you sense the calling to pastoral ministry, are dedicated to spiritual growth, passionate about reaching others for Christ, and embody our values of Biblical authority always preceded with the guidance of prayer, we invite you to consider joining our vibrant and welcoming community. Job Title and Overview We are seeking a visionary Lead Pastor to faithfully preach the Gospel, teach and encourage discipleship, and develop, oversee, and partner with active ministry teams towards outward focused mission. We are open to new methods and ideas for reaching all generations with the life-giving Truth of Jesus Christ. We value relationships built on His foundation as the binding principle of our fellowship, and the best means to invite those outside into His Kingdom. Qualifications: (personally, spiritually, and educationally) Below are the ideal qualifications we are looking for in a new lead pastor: Biblical Standards: We are seeking a person who is reflective of those applicable character traits of an elder or overseer as described in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 as well as Titus 1:5-9. Personal Walk: We are seeking someone who is reliant upon prayer for God’s leading and pursues the personal study of Scripture for strength and guidance as a life long learner who models humility by relying on God’s will and wisdom. Moral Integrity: Demonstrates high ethical standards based on Biblical principles in public and private conduct. Education: We would like any candidate to either have achieved or be pursuing a degree in Theology, Biblical Studies, or a related field from an accredited institution Ordination or licensing as a pastor: Any candidate, even if already ordained, must at some point satisfy the required standards of the Reformed Church in America. The Great Lakes City Classis will provide support in determining the compatibility of current licensure and steps needed to attain certification. Preaching: We are seeking someone who can deliver Spirit-filled sermons that are relevant, engaging, and understandable, in alignment with our doctrinal beliefs. These can be found on our website as well as that of the RCA. Interpersonal skills: We are seeking a candidate who can clearly communicate with our own multi-generational congregation, as well as relate to those outside in a compassionate and inviting way. Following the example of Jesus himself as a patient and empathetic listener is crucial in walking alongside those inside and outside our fellowship Experience: Ideally, some proven experience in pastoral or evangelistic ministry, spiritual leadership, and community engagement is desired. We are open to engaging with candidates who come with unique experience and background and now have a strong sense of calling and exhibit the potential for fruitful ministry. Responsibilities: Lead and coordinate worship services, working closely with the worship team, tech team, and elders. Provide pastoral care and counseling to congregation members in times of needCollaborate with consistory (church board), staff, and volunteer teams to shape a vision of internal and external ministry towards growing the Kingdom in our spheres of influence. Planning, participating in, and equipping others in outreach efforts. Ensuring the smooth operation of church ministries by assigning or performing organizational and administrative tasks. Compensation and Benefits The RCA annually sets minimum guidelines of salary and benefits for all pastoral employees, based on tenure and cost of living. These are comparable with other mainline denominations and include provisions for medical, life & disability insurance, manse allowance, and retirement contributions. New Hope Church 22960 Lorain Rd, Fairview Park, OH. 44126 View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io The next page contains a snapshot of our core beliefs. What We Believe We believe in the one true Creator God who has expressed Himself to us as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. As the author of life, He has made Himself known to us through His Son, Jesus Christ, who invites us into relationship with Himself as Savior and Lord. His ever present Holy Spirit is our source of power and comfort, that desires to dwell in the hearts of all believers. Faith in Jesus Christ alone provides the grace by which all may be saved. We also hold that the Bible is the inspired Word of God and the final authority in all matters of faith and practice, and has instructed us to share the Good News of the gospel of Jesus Christ with all people. We at New Hope are rooted in the Reformed theological tradition. Our denomination is the Reformed Church in America (RCA). Visit the rca.org website to see the creeds and confessions that have shaped us and summarize the core of our spiritual beliefs. Our Worship: Our worship here is Christ-centered and not at all rigid, relying on His grace and His presence. The music, prayer, and messages are all a means to bring us closer to Him and build us up as His Body. Our Mission: As followers of Jesus Christ, we are committed to living out His Great Command to love God and to love others as he does, and the Great Commission to make Him known to a hurting world as we teach and encourage others to follow with us. To do this, we attempt to take the focus off of ourselves, and turn it outward to serve our community and the world beyond. #J-18808-Ljbffr