Lead Pastor: Visionary Worship & Community Leader

LCMC; Great Bend (KS); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Lutheran Church in Great Bend, KS seeks a pastor to preach and teach the Word, administer the Sacraments, and lead a vibrant ministry to youth and all ages. The role emphasizes biblical outreach, education, and pastoral care within a welcoming congregation.

The pastor will collaborate with the Worship and Music Committee, provide pastoral care, conduct weddings and funerals, and guide spiritual growth across all ages, in a community-focused church setting.

Qualifications

• The Pastor should be LCMC or NALC Certified or willing to become Certified in a timely manner.
• Should uphold LCMC Pastoral Admonition and Statement of Faith.
• An evident gift for boldly preaching and teaching the Word of God, avoiding political perils of today’s world.
• Has wisdom to accurately interpret the Bible and convey its meaning as written.
• The capacity to work effectively in a cooperative leadership environment and be able to lead and direct the team.
• Character that exhibits the qualities outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1: 6-9 and Peter 5: 2-4.
• An ability to relate to individuals with compassion, sensitivity, honesty, candor and confidence.

Responsibilities

• Preach and teach the Word of God from the Holy Bible.
• Administer the Sacraments.
• Support a Youth Evangelism program by encouraging and aiding in the development of spiritual growth in the lives of all young people.
• Teaching and promoting biblical stewardship for youth in areas of spiritual gifts and possessions.
• Participate in the Christian Education of all ages. This includes Sunday School, Youth and Adults. May delegate responsibilities to volunteers in the church.
• Consult with the Worship and Music Committee in preparing appropriate Worship Services.
• Be available and willing to conduct counseling sessions, perform Weddings, Baptisms and Funerals.
• Provide short-term counseling as needed. Be available and responsive to crisis situations. Provide pastoral care through the most effective means possible.
• Implement ministries that reach out to the unchurched, inactive and new area residents of our community with the Good News of Jesus Christ.
• Visit and minister to members and prospective members in homes, nursing care facilities and hospitals.
• Serve to provide leadership and advice to the Church Council, committees and teams as an ex-officio member.
• Any other duties that may be outlined on an as needed basis.

Job description

Trinity Lutheran Church in Great Bend, KS seeks a pastor to preach and teach the Word, administer the Sacraments, and lead a vibrant ministry to youth and all ages. The role emphasizes biblical outreach, education, and pastoral care within a welcoming congregation.

The pastor will collaborate with the Worship and Music Committee, provide pastoral care, conduct weddings and funerals, and guide spiritual growth across all ages, in a community-focused church setting.