Lead Pastor Adventure Christian Church

Kentucky Christian University; Bourbonnais (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kentucky Christian University is seeking a Lead Pastor to serve as the primary spiritual leader, providing vision and guidance to the congregation. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in ministry or theology, with a minimum of four years of preaching ministry experience.

This role involves preaching, developing leaders, and collaborating with church staff. Candidates must be committed followers of Jesus and demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Fully committed follower of Jesus.
• Champion of vision, mission, and values of the church.
• Strong relational and organizational skills.
• Minimum four years of experience in preaching ministry.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision, guidance, and spiritual leadership.
• Preach and teach God’s Word within the church.
• Develop leaders and equip the church body for ministry.
• Work alongside elders, staff, and ministry leaders.

Skills

Biblical preaching

Pastoral leadership

Communication skills

Team building

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in ministry, theology, or related field

Job description

The Lead Pastor serves as the primary spiritual leader of the church, providing vision, guidance, and shepherding to the congregation in alignment with the principles of the Restoration Movement.

The Lead Pastor is responsible for preaching and teaching God’s Word, developing leaders within the church, equipping the body for ministry, and working alongside the elders, staff, and ministry leaders to fulfill the mission of making disciples.

Job Requirements

• Fully committed follower of Jesus.
• Willing to make Adventure Christian Church your primary church home.
• Champion of vision, mission, and values of Adventure Christian Church.
• Bachelor’s degree in ministry, theology, or a related field (graduate theological training preferred).
• Self‑motivated with a proven track record.
• Flexible, adaptable, coachable, and teachable.
• Demonstrated ability in biblical preaching, teaching, and pastoral leadership.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team environment with the ability to multi‑task.
• Strong relational, communication (both oral and written), and strong organizational skills.
• Strong team building skills and leadership capacity.
• Passion for serving, learning, and leading.
• Exceptional model of personal integrity.
• Minimum four years of experience in preaching ministry with experience overseeing multiple staff.
• Knowledge of appropriate computer skills and procedures.
• 50+ hour/week minimum with seasonal flexibility; willingness to work nights and weekends is required.
• A flexible work schedule Sunday–Saturday from 8am‑9pm.