Lead Pastor & Multi-Ethnic Discipleship Leader

The Christian and Missionary Alliance; Appleton (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Refuge Church in Appleton, Wisconsin, is seeking a Lead Pastor to faithfully shepherd, teach, and lead our multi-ethnic congregation with a passion for Jesus, His Word, and his people.

We value relational ministry, discipleship, prayer, spiritual care, and a healthy culture of unity. The next pastor will help cultivate authentic community, empower leaders, and cast a compelling vision for mission aligned with the C&MA.

Qualifications

• A growing and vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Alignment with the theology and mission of The Alliance (C&MA).
• Be fully licensed/ordained as an official worker of the Christian and Missionary Alliance. If not already licensed with the C&MA, be willing to be licensed with the Western Great Lakes District prior to hiring and then pursue ordination.
• Demonstrate pastoral, shepherding, and discipleship gifting
• Experience in preaching and teaching Scripture
• Ability to build relationships across cultures and backgrounds
• Humility, emotional maturity, and relational wisdom
• A heart for unity, care, and spiritual formation
• Formal ministry training and pastoral experience required (Bachelor’s preferred / 5+ years of experience preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual care and shepherding for the church body
• Develop a culture of discipleship and spiritual growth
• Invest personally in mentoring and developing leaders
• Help cultivate authentic biblical community
• Faithfully preach and teach the Word of God
• Prepare gospel-centered sermons with practical application
• Lead the church in biblical truth and spiritual maturity
• Model a life of prayer and dependence on the Holy Spirit
• Lead the church spiritually with humility and wisdom
• Provide pastoral care
• Serve as a member of the elder team and chairman of the Governing Board
• Help guide the church toward healthy growth and mission
• Support and strengthen Refuge’s multi-ethnic mission and identity
• Equip the congregation to engage the community and make disciples

Skills

Shepherding

Discipleship

Preaching

Relationship-building

Humility

Pastoral care

Multi-ethnic ministry

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Refuge Church in Appleton, Wisconsin, is seeking a Lead Pastor to faithfully shepherd, teach, and lead our multi-ethnic congregation with a passion for Jesus, His Word, and his people.

We value relational ministry, discipleship, prayer, spiritual care, and a healthy culture of unity. The next pastor will help cultivate authentic community, empower leaders, and cast a compelling vision for mission aligned with the C&MA.