Lead Pastor

Bethelowatonna; Homewood (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodlands Church in Homewood, IL is seeking a Lead Pastor to provide spiritual guidance, teach with clarity, and lead a team with a strong emphasis on spiritual growth, community engagement, and staff oversight.

The role requires delivering impactful messages, casting vision, nurturing discipleship pathways, and maintaining a truth-centered environment to support congregational development and outreach efforts in the Woodlands community.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in teaching and preaching.
• Compassion for diverse backgrounds.
• Collaborative leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual guidance to the congregation.
• Teach and preach to nurture faith and growth.
• Oversee church staff and programs.
• Foster community engagement and outreach.
• Cast vision and lead discipleship pathways.

Job description

Woodlands Church in Homewood, IL, is seeking a Lead Pastor to provide spiritual guidance, teach, and lead with a strong focus on fostering spiritual growth, community engagement, and staff oversight. This integral role requires delivering impactful messages, offering vision, nurturing discipleship pathways, and maintaining a truth-centered environment to support the congregation’s spiritual development and outreach efforts.

Nestled in the historic central district of Homewood, anchored by Dixie Highway and Ridge Road, the village boasts a vibrant array of independent boutiques, restaurants, and coffee shops. Homewood is renowned for the world’s largest collection of trompe-l’œil murals by artist Richard Haas and the picturesque Izaak Walton Preserve offering opportunities for hiking, wildlife observation, and skiing. With over 20 annual outdoor festivals, including a popular Farmers Market, Homewood thrives economically with major employers like Canadian National Railways and Carl Buddig & Company, while offering top-tier elementary and high school districts and the esteemed Homewood Science Center catering to STEM education.

Woodlands Community Church is dedicated to the mission of nurturing courageous Christ followers who embody values of risking all, serving all, and spreading salvation in Jesus’ name. Through intentional ministry pillars focusing on knowing God, finding freedom, discovering purpose, and making a difference, they empower each member to contribute their unique gifts and talents to influence the community positively. If you possess a proficiency in teaching, compassion for diverse backgrounds, and a collaborative leadership style, we invite you to explore the transformative role of Lead Pastor at Woodlands Community Church.

Salary Range: $95,000 – $105,000