Lead Pastor

Lead Pastor -Sent Life Fellowship Pastor Job Description - Sent Life Fellowship Lead Pastor Opportunity – Sent Life Fellowship | Vernal, Utah Sent Life Fellowship, a non-denominational, elder-lead Christian church located in the heart of Vernal, Utah, is prayerfully seeking a Lead Pastor who is deeply committed to the Word of God, passionate about discipleship, and ready to shepherd a vibrant and growing congregation. About Us Sent Life Fellowship exists to glorify God by making disciples who are sent to live out the gospel in the Uintah Basin and beyond. We are a community built on strong biblical teaching, servant hearted, with a steadfastness to living a life of prayer. As a nondenominational church, we hold firm to foundational Christian beliefs and wish for our church to grow spiritually and not just in numbers. Mission: We are sent by God to lovingly serve the lost and disciple the found Vision: Sent Life aims to equip obedient disciples of all ages to grow each day and share His love through service. The Lead Pastor will serve as the spiritual leader and shepherd of Sent Life Fellowship. While prioritizing biblical teaching and discipleship, the pastor is expected to embrace the following roles and responsibilities: Spiritual Leadership & Teaching Preach a minimum of three out of four Sundays per month Lead with a strong foundation in biblical truth and doctrine Foster a culture of discipleship within the church body Be growth-minded—spiritually, personally, and within the church community Promote and model a lifestyle of personal devotion, prayer, and integrity Pastoral Care Officiate weddings and funerals as needed Provide biblical counseling for individuals, couples, and families Shepherd the congregation with compassion, wisdom, and humility Be available and approachable for pastoral support and presence in times of need Youth & Family Ministry Take active leadership or oversight in youth ministry Mentor and support young families and the next generation Encourage family involvement in the life and mission of the church Community & Congregational Engagement Build personal connections with church members and visitors Be hospitable and involved in the local Vernal community Participate in outreach efforts and represent Sent Life well in public Leadership & Development Cares for and encourages all generations represented in our congregation Work alongside elders and ministry leaders in vision casting and implementation Participate in or pursue continuing education (conferences, courses, study, etc.) Encourage and support leadership development within the church Service & Stewardship Demonstrate a heart for serving others, both within and outside the church Be a faithful steward of church resources—financial, relational, and spiritual Encourage a culture of generosity, mission and accountability Qualifications Education: A 4-year seminary degree and/or comparable ministry experience (preferred) Experience: Demonstrated leadership in roles such as elder, associate pastor, or interim pastor Leadership: Capable of taking spiritual and administrative responsibility for the entire congregation Join us in living the Sent Life—where faith, discipleship, and mission intersect to impact the world for Christ. #J-18808-Ljbffr