Pastor

Merritt's Chapel; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Merritt’s Chapel is seeking a God-called, Spirit-filled Pastor for a full-time leadership role to preach the Gospel with conviction and cultivate a culture of discipleship within the church family.

The right candidate will preach from the Bible, lead with humility and vision, care for people, and participate in the life and ministries that advance God’s Kingdom on earth.

Qualifications

• Preach and teach the Word of God faithfully, clearly, and consistently in pulpit and ministry settings.
• Foster a culture of prayer, spiritual growth, and biblical discipleship across generations.
• Promote servant-hearted leadership with the congregation, staff, and ministry leaders.
• Shepherd and provide pastoral care including visitation, counseling, and Bereavement support.

Responsibilities

• Lead the church in Bible studies, Baptism, Confirmation and Communion.
• Encourage evangelism, community outreach, and missions locally and globally.
• Represent Christ and Merritt’s Chapel with grace and integrity in the community.
• Collaborate with Leadership Team in church administration and governance.

Skills

Preaching

Pastoral care

Leadership

Discipleship

Education

Seminary degree preferred

Job description

Pastor Job Description – Merritt’s Chapel

Merritt’s Chapel is prayerfully seeking a God-called, Spirit-filled Pastor who is passionate about preaching the Word, shepherding the flock, and leading our congregation into its next season of ministry. This is a full-time leadership position that offers the opportunity to preach the Gospel with conviction and cultivate a culture of discipleship.

The right candidate will not merely fill a role - they will embrace a calling. We are looking for a pastor who preaches from the Bible, leads with humility and vision, who cares deeply for people, and who is committed to sharing in the life and ministries of the local church family as the primary vehicle for God’s Kingdom work on earth.

EDUCATION

Formal theological education: a seminary degree is preferred.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR

• Preach and teach the Word of God faithfully, clearly, and consistently from the pulpit and in other ministry settings.
• Foster a culture of prayer, spiritual growth, and biblical discipleship across all generations.
• Promote a servant-hearted leadership style with the congregation, staff, and ministry leaders.
• Shepherd and provide pastoral care for the congregation, including visitation, counseling, and bereavement support.
• Lead the church in Bible studies, Baptism, Confirmation and Communion.
• Encourage evangelism, community outreach, and local and global missions.
• Represent Christ and Merritt’s Chapel with grace and integrity in the community.
• Collaborate with the Leadership Team in the administration and governance of the church.