Lead Pastor: Visionary Teaching, Shepherding & Outreach

Kentucky Christian University; Decatur, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shores Christian Church is seeking a Lead Pastor to partner with elders, staff, and the congregation to lead into the next season of ministry. The role emphasizes biblically-grounded teaching, pastoral care, and strategic church leadership.

The successful candidate will shepherd the congregation, provide theological guidance, and oversee ministry priorities, budgets, and facilities as part of a collaborative leadership team.

Qualifications

• Experience as lead pastor or senior pastor in a church setting.

Responsibilities

• Preach and teach biblically-grounded sermons for weekly services.
• Plan and lead Bible studies and other teaching opportunities.
• Provide pastoral care and shepherding to the congregation.
• Provide visionary leadership and oversee staff and ministry priorities.
• Lead evangelism and outreach efforts locally and globally.

Skills

Preaching & teaching

Bible study leadership

Pastoral care

Leadership & administration

Evangelism & outreach

Job description

South Shores Christian Church is seeking a Lead Pastor to partner with elders, staff, and the congregation to lead into the next season of ministry. The role emphasizes biblically-grounded teaching, pastoral care, and strategic church leadership.

The successful candidate will shepherd the congregation, provide theological guidance, and oversee ministry priorities, budgets, and facilities as part of a collaborative leadership team.