7 Exec. Pastor/Church Positions jobs

Church Seeking a Senior Pastor We are an independent, evangelistic, missions-oriented church in rural west-central Ohio and we are seeking a Senior Pastor. The man we are searching for will serve as the lead shepherd, primary teacher, and equipper at our church. Requirements include a Master of Divinity (or equivalent), with substantial full-time pastoral ministry experience, and a demonstrated ability to preach and teach God’s word. Senior Pastor or Lead Pastor experience is preferred. If you meet these qualifications and believe that you may be called to worship Jesus Christ and serve Him with us, please consider applying for this position. For more information, please download our   Pastoral Search Information Packet . To submit your resume and cover letter, please email   pastoralsearch@gracechapelwl.org .

Joy Christian Fellowship (JCF) is a two-site church with locations in New Jersey and Manhattan. The Joy Manhattan Lead Pastor will be responsible for leading the Manhattan congregation with collaboration from the New Jersey-based senior pastor and support of the Council of Elders. Joy Manhattan runs mostly as an independent church, following the philosophies and values of JCF. The pastor will provide leadership, set vision and goals, and further the spiritual growth of the Manhattan congregation by teaching and preaching God’s Word and discipling the congregation. The pastor will be responsible for overseeing all ministry activities, including the worship service and beyond, to help foster a rich spiritual life for all congregants. The pastor must also be able to nurture the congregation, lay leaders, and staff. Joy Manhattan is a vibrant, non-denominational church in the center of Manhattan established in 2009. The approximately 100-person congregation is made up primarily of professionals and young families. Some key ministries at Joy Manhattan include Community Groups, Compassion Ministry, and Children’s Ministry. Please see our church profile for additional information, as well as application instructions. Minimum Qualifications Meets requirements of an elder per 1 Timothy 3:2-7 and Titus 1:6-9 MDiv from an accredited seminary 3 years of pastoral experience, including experience leading/ministering to an adult congregation Strong interpersonal and communication skills Agree to Beliefs as identified in the Church Profile Responsibilities Set vision and lead Joy Manhattan congregation Regularly preach at Sunday worship service Equip leaders through discipleship and mentorship Provide pastoral care including regular visitations to congregation members Conduct/attend regular meetings with the deacons, church staff, and leaders Plan and manage church calendar and its activities/events Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience and includes health and benefits If you discern that God is leading you to pursue this opportunity, please visit our website for full instructions on application submission. It also includes a full job description and a church profile.  http://joymanhattan.com/prospective-candidate Thank you.

Job Summary: The Woodridge Location Pastor is a member of the New Life Midway leadership team with a firm grasp on the purpose, values and strategy of the church. He aligns leadership and staff teams with our mission. The Location Pastor takes ownership of the shepherding, pastoral care, discipleship, inspiration and outreach for the entire church body. Job Duties: Equip the church body for serving Christ by providing strong leadership in line with our staff leadership team that challenges the church to fulfill its purpose. Officiate the ordinances of Baptism and Communion; baby dedications, weddings and funerals; be available to counsel families and individuals. Effectively coach, counsel and direct the ministries of the campus. Assess ministry needs and develop programs and activities to meet those needs. Be engaged with all of the campus leadership by being accessible, supportive, and available for prayer. Manage the day-to-day operations of the location. Work alongside New Life Midway’s leadership team to supervise the office manager and provide direction for the effective functioning of the front office support functions. Work alongside New Life Midway’s leadership to administer the location budget, recruitment, training and direction of location staff and volunteers, church policy and procedures, and coordination of fiscal matters. Develop, maintain and nurture relationships with other churches and Christ-related organizations in the community. Participate in regular meetings and functions with the Pastoral team; conduct regular meetings with location staff. Participate in strategic planning with New Life Midway’s leadership team and ensure that staffing, facilities and programs are effectively aligned to meet strategic goals. Based on gifting and ability, may preach on the preaching rotation team.   Skills/Qualifications: Must be an active member of the New Life with strong ties to our vision and mission. Serves as a New Life Pastor and is in full agreement with our New Life Pastoral Covenant. Minimum 3 years ministry experience in a leadership role. Meet the Biblical requirements for the position (1 Tim. 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9; 1 Peter 5:1-4; Acts 6:4). Solid verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to effectively lead and shepherd the staff and ministry teams to accomplish church goals. Ability to teach the Bible to people; must be able to explain and defend the Christian faith.

Job Summary Skokie Valley Baptist Church is seeking a full-time Executive Pastor.  SVBC is a multicultural and multigenerational church located in Wilmette, Illinois.  Generally, the Executive Pastor partners with and serves the Senior Pastor to accomplish the church’s mission.  More specifically, the Executive Pastor oversees operations, including managing staff and ministry teams, by establishing short- and mid-term goals to implement the church’s long-term mission and vision.  The Executive Pastor ensures support, coaching, and evaluation of staff and teams; optimizes operational capabilities; and strives to unify the church under its stated values.  And, as a member of the pastoral staff, the Executive Pastor meaningfully contributes to the responsibilities of disciple-making within the local church. R esponsibilities Develop strong and nimble systems for equipping and unleashing the local church to do the work of ministry  Facilitate effective ministries of discipleship across the church (e.g., small groups) Facilitate and oversee regular meetings with church staff and with church ministry teams Establish effective strategies for communication within the church, including leadership teams, members, and regular attenders Collaborate with Senior Pastor and Executive Board regarding position and direction of the church, ensuring that ministries are aligned according to a common direction and strategy Manage the church’s marketing and advertising, including website, social media, and other effective forms of media communication Create, implement, and review policies and procedures for effective operations of the church Collaborate with Senior Pastor to oversee human resource operations to hire, reposition, transition, and dismiss staff Collaborate with Business Manager to establish financial goals consistent with SVBC’s vision and mission, create an annual budget, facilitate fundraising, and ensure long-term fiscal integrity Collaborate with the Senior Pastor to contribute to the preaching, teaching, counseling, prayer, and other pastoral ministries of the church Requirements Testimony of salvation by faith in Christ. Five years of relevant and successful experience in local church or related field. Master’s degree in related field (e.g., MA Org Leadership, MDiv, MBA) Broad knowledge of organizational systems and processes within the context of local church. Outstanding organization skills. Outstanding communication skills. Proficient multitasker. A lifestyle congruent with local church leadership (1 Tim. 3:1-13; 2 Tim. 2; Titus 1:5-9). Clear calling to ministry. Proficiency with relevant software and media, including church-ministry software Team player and developer of others. Member (or willingness to become a member) of Skokie Valley Baptist Church. For more information or to express interest, please email jobs@skokievalley.org 

Executive Pastor Job Description Skokie Valley Baptist Church   Job Summary Skokie Valley Baptist Church is seeking a full-time Executive Pastor. SVBC is a multicultural and multigenerational church located in Wilmette, Illinois. Generally, the Executive Pastor partners with and serves the Senior Pastor to accomplish the church’s mission. More specifically, the Executive Pastor oversees operations, including managing staff and ministry teams, by establishing short- and mid-term goals to implement the church’s long-term mission and vision. The Executive Pastor ensures support, coaching, and evaluation of staff and teams; optimizes operational capabilities; and strives to unify the church under its stated values. And, as a member of the pastoral staff, the Executive Pastor meaningfully contributes to the responsibilities of disciple-making within the local church.   Responsibilities • Develop strong and nimble systems for equipping and unleashing the local church to do the work of ministry • Facilitate effective ministries of discipleship across the church (e.g., small groups) • Facilitate and oversee regular meetings with church staff and with church ministry teams • Establish effective strategies for communication within the church, including leadership teams, members, and regular attenders • Collaborate with Senior Pastor and Executive Board regarding position and direction of the church, ensuring that ministries are aligned according to a common direction and strategy • Manage the church’s marketing and advertising, including website, social media, and other effective forms of media communication • Create, implement, and review policies and procedures for effective operations of the church • Collaborate with Senior Pastor to oversee human resource operations to hire, reposition, transition, and dismiss staff • Collaborate with Business Manager to establish financial goals consistent with SVBC’s vision and mission, create an annual budget, facilitate fundraising, and ensure long-term fiscal integrity • Collaborate with the Senior Pastor to contribute to the preaching, teaching, counseling, prayer, and other pastoral ministries of the church   Requirements • Testimony of salvation by faith in Christ. • Five years of relevant and successful experience in local church or related field. • Master’s degree in related field (e.g., MA Org Leadership, MDiv, MBA) • Broad knowledge of organizational systems and processes within the context of local church. • Outstanding organization skills. • Outstanding communication skills. • Proficient multitasker. • A lifestyle congruent with local church leadership (1 Tim. 3:1-13; 2 Tim. 2; Titus 1:5-9). • Clear calling to ministry. • Proficiency with relevant software and media, including church-ministry software • Team player and developer of others. • Member (or willingness to become a member) of Skokie Valley Baptist Church.   For more information or to express interest, please email jobs@skokievalley.org