Lead Pastor: Visionary Shepherd for Multigenerational Growth

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Inc.; Cedar Rapids, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Retirement contribution

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long term disability insurance

Health insurance stipend

PTO including Sundays

Job summary

Immanuel Baptist Church in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is prayerfully seeking its next Lead Pastor to shepherd our congregation into a vital new season of ministry. We are a stable, multi-ethnic body with a small but dedicated attendance, seeking a generational bridge-builder who preaches faithfully and shepherds God's people while honoring our missions emphasis.

The ideal candidate will lead worship, teach Scripture with depth, and collaborate with elders and lay leaders to grow leadership pipelines

Qualifications

• Biblical qualifications for pastors per 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:9.
• Affirms Baptist Faith and Message 2000.
• Born again, Spirit-filled, with strong devotional life.
• Experience leading diverse congregations preferred.
• Training leaders in worship and youth is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Preach and teach Scripture with clarity and relevance.
• Plan and lead worship services and ordinances (baptism, Lord's Supper).
• Shepherd multi-generational members with pastoral care and counseling.
• Collaborate with elders and lay leadership to develop leadership pipelines.
• Engage with the Cedar Rapids community and support missions.

Skills

Pastoral Leadership

Preaching & Teaching

Cross-Cultural Competence

Community Engagement

Education

ADiv or DipTh equivalent

BD or MDiv preferred

Job description

Immanuel Baptist Church in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is prayerfully seeking its next Lead Pastor to shepherd our congregation into a vital new season of ministry. We are a stable, multi-ethnic body with a small but dedicated attendance, seeking a generational bridge-builder who preaches faithfully and shepherds God's people while honoring our missions emphasis.

The ideal candidate will lead worship, teach Scripture with depth, and collaborate with elders and lay leaders to grow leadership pipelines