Pastor

Pastor Qualification:

Bachelor degree from an accredited Christian College. Degree program must emphasize training/preparation in Christian ministry to pastor a Christian church. One or more years experience preferred. Less than one year experience may be considered.

Guiding Faith Belief:

Adherence to the authoritative word of God revealed by all of scripture. Belief in the trinity God revealed in three persons God, Jesus son of God, and the Holy Spirit. Personal conviction to follow Jesus the Christ (savior of all repentant people through grace). Full recognition that submission to the lordship of Jesus Christ is, for self and all others, the only way by which a person can enter into right relationship with God.

Responsibilities:

(Worship Services) With energy and enthusiasm fulfill the role of primary preacher/teacher during Sunday service. Communicate biblically based messages in a current day relevant manner to encourage discipleship, knowledge of Gods word, with clarity in a confused world. Give reasonable lead time to church Board if anticipating an absence for an upcoming Sunday. Be willing and able to lead a Bible study such as Bible History, Christian Worldview, Prophecy, Sharing the Gospel message etc.

(Congregational Care) Work closely with youth group volunteers. Visit the elderly and infirmed. Counsel people using Christian perspective/love in matters of ill health, behavioral challenges, social/political concerns etc. Assist in maintaing a welcoming environment at the church by engaging people before and after church service. Be available by phone/email. Advise the church Board of needs concerning congregational care.