Pastor

Overview Dover Bible Church in Dover, Illinois is seeking a full-time Pastor to preach the Word of God and shepherd the people of God. Located in a small, rural town in central Illinois, we have a membership of approximately 30 people. Dover Bible Church is an affiliate of the Christian & Missionary Alliance. We are an elder-led group and we seek a lead shepherd/pastor who can work with the current elder board of three men in fostering spiritual growth and church family development. Our desire is for a man called to preach the Gospel as well as develop relationships within the Dover community and Bureau County, IL on a larger scale. We would like our pastor to be active in preaching, setting a vision for future church plans, visitation and personal interaction, and perhaps providing content for short, online postings of the truth of Jesus Christ. As part of the Christian & Missionary Alliance any candidates will be interviewed and accredited by the CMA denomination for service within the denomination. Responsibilities Preach the Word of God and shepherd the people of Dover Bible Church. Work with the elder board to foster spiritual growth and church family development. Preach regularly, set a vision for future church plans, and engage in visitation and personal interaction with members and the community. Contribute content for short online postings of the truth of Jesus Christ. Participate in the process of accreditation and support as required by the Christian & Missionary Alliance. Compensation Parsonage plus $63,600.00 per year, broken down as: Salary $50,400; Health Account $12,000; Pastor's expense account $1,200. Requirements / Qualifications Strong call to preach the Gospel and shepherd a small church; experience in ministry preferred. Ability to work with a three-member elder board within an elder-led church. Agreement with the Christian & Missionary Alliance doctrine; willingness to be interviewed and accredited by the CMA denomination for service within the denomination. Ability to engage with the Dover community and Bureau County. Process Please review this job description and the church website. Along with your resume, answer these questions and submit to View email address on click.appcast.io: Why do you believe you might be a good fit as the Pastor at Dover Bible Church? Describe your ministry experiences and how you may be qualified to serve as the Pastor of Dover Bible Church. In a few sentences, summarize your theology and how it aligns with the doctrine of Dover Bible Church and the CMA. Provide a link to at least one online sermon. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lancaster Search