Lead Pastor — Bible Teaching & Community Shepherding (Housing)

Lancastersearch; Cadillac (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Professional allowance

Paid vacations

Retirement contribution

Job summary

Independent Bible Church in Cadillac, MI seeks a Lead Pastor to provide spiritual leadership and clear biblical teaching for a congregation of about 55. The role includes preaching, vision development, and shepherding care, guiding the church toward its mission with humility and wisdom.

The ideal candidate demonstrates a calling to pastoral ministry, strong preaching, and relational leadership. Seminary or Bible College education is preferred; ministry experience is required.

Qualifications

• Meets biblical qualifications for elder (1 Tim 3, Titus 1)
• Demonstrated calling to pastoral ministry
• Strong preaching and communication skills
• Relational, humble, and team oriented leadership style
• Seminary or Bible College degree preferred; ministry experience required
• Alignment with doctrinal statement and ministry philosophy

Responsibilities

• Preach and teach Scripture with clarity and conviction
• Provide pastoral care, counseling, and spiritual guidance
• Lead and develop ministry leaders
• Collaborate with board on vision, strategy, and church health
• Support outreach, discipleship, and community engagement

Skills

Preaching

Pastoral care

Leadership

Relational leadership

Communication

Education

Seminary or Bible College degree

Job description

Independent Bible Church in Cadillac, MI seeks a Lead Pastor to provide spiritual leadership and clear biblical teaching for a congregation of about 55. The role includes preaching, vision development, and shepherding care, guiding the church toward its mission with humility and wisdom.

The ideal candidate demonstrates a calling to pastoral ministry, strong preaching, and relational leadership. Seminary or Bible College education is preferred; ministry experience is required.