Lead Pastor - Expository Teaching & Shepherding Leader

Ministrylist; Idyllwild (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A conservative non-denominational church in Idyllwild, California, is seeking a Lead Pastor to provide spiritual leadership, biblical teaching, and pastoral care to a healthy, Bible-centered congregation. The ideal candidate is deeply grounded in Scripture, has experience leading a congregation, and values both doctrinal clarity and relational presence. This full-time, on-site role requires a commitment to the church's mission and vision, fostering a close-knit community in a beautiful mountain setting. Compensation is in the range of $80,000–$90,000.

Qualifications

• Deeply grounded in Scripture with a commitment to biblical teaching.
• Experience in shepherding and leading a congregation.
• Holds dispensational convictions and conservative evangelical theology.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall spiritual direction and leadership in collaboration with the elders.
• Deliver consistent, biblically faithful preaching.
• Offer pastoral care, counseling, and visitation.
• Oversee staff and foster healthy ministry rhythms.

Skills

Biblical teaching

Pastoral care

Leadership

Counseling

Relational presence

Education

MDiv or equivalent

Job description

A conservative non-denominational church in Idyllwild, California, is seeking a Lead Pastor to provide spiritual leadership, biblical teaching, and pastoral care to a healthy, Bible-centered congregation. The ideal candidate is deeply grounded in Scripture, has experience leading a congregation, and values both doctrinal clarity and relational presence. This full-time, on-site role requires a commitment to the church's mission and vision, fostering a close-knit community in a beautiful mountain setting. Compensation is in the range of $80,000–$90,000.