Lead Minister

Parkside Christian Church; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job 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.

The role emphasizes shepherding people, guiding worship and discipleship, and working closely with elders, staff, and volunteers to advance the church’s gospel-centered mission.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate biblically grounded ministry and relational warmth.
• Experience guiding churches through transition or revitalization is advantageous.
• Proven ability to develop leaders and grow ministry impact.

Responsibilities

• Preach and teach biblically, connecting Scripture to daily life for a multi‑generational congregation.
• Provide clear vision and leadership for worship, discipleship, and outreach.
• Collaborate with elders, staff, and volunteers to unify ministries and operations.

Skills

Preaching & teaching

Pastoral leadership

Relational leadership

Strategic vision

Staff & team development

Education

Bible college / seminary degree

Job description

Church Profile

Parkside Christian Church is a warm, relational, Bible-centered congregation with a long legacy of faithfulness in Anderson Township, shaped by our mission, vision, and values—the heartbeat of who we are and who we aspire to be. We exist to love God, love people, and help others do the same; this mission guides our worship, relationships, and outreach, defining our posture toward God and community. Our vision is to be people helping each other pursue God’s purpose every day, committed to walking together in daily discipleship, encouraging spiritual growth, and living out God’s calling in practical, meaningful ways. Parkside is a Restoration Movement/Independent Christian Church congregation. Our values shape the culture of Parkside and the experience of everyone who walks through our doors: We help people discover the life‑changing hope found only in Christ (Find Jesus), create belonging through authentic relationships and shared faith (Find Family), welcome every person with grace, honesty, and compassion (Come as You Are), encourage growth, transformation, and Spirit‑led purpose (Be More Than You Can Imagine), and extend forgiveness, patience, and kindness freely (Hold Grace in an Open Hand).

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.