Lead Minister

Crosswalk.com, Ltd.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkside Christian Church is seeking a Lead Minister to provide biblically grounded, relational leadership and a clear vision for renewal. The ideal candidate will preach and teach scripture clearly, foster discipleship, and unite elders, staff, and volunteers toward mission.

This role requires experience leading through transition or revitalization, strong governance & operations skills, and a warm pastoral presence in a multi-generational congregation.

Qualifications

• Deep, authentic relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Ability to preach and teach Scripture clearly and practically.
• Proven leadership through transitional periods or revitalization.

Responsibilities

• Provide biblically grounded, visionary leadership for renewal.
• Preach and teach Scripture in a way that connects to everyday life.
• Collaborate with elders, staff, and volunteers to mobilize the congregation toward mission.

Skills

Biblical leadership

Pastoral leadership

Relational warmth

Clear communicator

Education

Biblical/theological training

Pastoral credentials

Job description

# Lead Minister##Cincinnati, OH### Job Description:**Lead Minister Profile**The next Lead Minister of Parkside Christian Church will be a shepherd-leader who brings biblical clarity, relational warmth, and visionary direction to a congregation eager for renewal. Spiritual & Personal Qualifications | Deep, authentic relationship with Jesus Christ. Strong commitment to Scripture as the authority for faith and practice. Humble, prayerful, and Spirit-led in decision-making. High integrity, emotional maturity, and relational wisdom. Has and currently is discipling others. Preaching & Teaching | Able to communicate biblical truth clearly, practically, and compellingly. Connects Scripture to everyday life with relevance and depth. Comfortable preaching to an intergenerational congregation. Values discipleship, spiritual formation, and equipping believers. Leadership & Vision | Provides clear direction while honoring Parkside's heritage. Skilled at guiding a church through transition with steadiness and hope. Collaborative leader who works well with elders, staff, and volunteers. Able to unify, inspire, and mobilize the congregation toward mission. Relational Strengths | Warm, approachable, and genuinely caring. Invests in relationships with staff, leaders, and congregation. Shepherds people through life's joys and sorrows. Values community engagement and presence. Has a group of men who currently exhort, correct, and encourage you, and would seek out similar relationships at Parkside. Administrative & Organizational Skills | Competent in managing staff, ministry systems, and church operations. Communicates clearly and transparently. Understands healthy church governance and shared leadership. Able to identify and implement new management systems to improve church operations. Preferred Experience | Prior pastoral leadership experience in a church of similar size or complexity. Experience leading through transition or revitalization is beneficial. Demonstrated ability to grow ministries and develop leaders. Overall Summary Parkside Christian Church seeks a Lead Minister who is biblically grounded, relationally warm, and visionary in leadership. This minister will help unify the church, strengthen its ministries, and lead Parkside into a renewed season of mission and spiritual vitality.