Lead Pastor

Responsibilities Planter/Pastor. We do not need a high entrepreneurial church planter since we are already a year old, but there’s still a lot to plant and develop. We need a pastor who can continue to lead in the planting of this church and lead our missional charge as well as a leader who makes disciples and shepherds the church. Preaching/Teaching. As the main preaching pastor, prepare and deliver biblically sound and faithful sermons by exegetically preaching through books of the Bible and develop elders and others to preach. Vision Casting. Work alongside the elders to develop, communicate and implement the long-term vision and strategic direction of the church. Leadership Development. One who sees gifts in others and equips them for ministry. A leader who sees potential in elders and the congregation and who develops the next generation of preachers and leaders. A Disciple-maker. A disciplemaker who makes disciples and develops others to be disciplemakers. A leader who creates a disciplemaking culture in the church. Pastoral Care. A shepherd to care for our flock, provide some biblical counseling, perform weddings and funerals and oversee visitation ministries for the sick or injured. Community Engagement. We desire for Creek Community to be known and respected by our village. From working and knowing our schools to service opportunities, we want to build a strong reputation from our city leaders and neighbors. Missional Leader. Casting vision and equipping others to be sent into their neighborhoods so that more people in our village might know and follow Jesus. Organizational Leader. Create systems and structures that build a trellis for the vine. Oversee church operations and coordinate with lay leaders from administration to delegation. Strong Communicator. We are looking for someone who can communicate well and respond quickly to questions and needs of our people. Qualifications Qualifications & Requirements: Mature Believer. Demonstrates evidence of a strong personal relationship with God, possessing the spiritual gifts of leadership, teaching and discernment. Education & Experience. A Master’s degree in Divinity (M.Div.) preferred or we would consider an alternative theological degree, a related field or an ordination, alongside extensive ministry experience (5+ years in a pastoral role). Communication Skills. Refined and experienced public speaking, interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr