Pastor

Westminster Theological Seminary; City of Newburgh (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A local church in Newburgh is seeking a full-time Ordained Minister to serve as Pastor. Responsibilities include preaching, teaching, counseling, and providing spiritual guidance to the congregation. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of pastoral experience and a Master's degree in Divinity or equivalent. Strong leadership, communication, and community involvement skills are essential, along with a deep personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Qualifications

• Must have a clear vision for the future of the church and its programs.
• Ability to handle conflict and resolution.
• Demonstrated deep personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Responsibilities

• Preaching and teaching the Word of God at regular church services.
• Demonstrating strong leadership skills.
• Providing a spiritual vision in ministry activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Community Involvement

Education

Master of Divinity or equivalent

Job description

Ordained Minister

Leptondale Bible Church of Newburgh, NY is seeking an Ordained Minister to serve as a full‑time Pastor for our congregation.

Responsibilities

• Preaching and teaching the Word of God at regular church services.
• Providing a balanced and healthy spiritual diet by feeding God’s people with the truth of His Word.
• Demonstrating strong leadership skills.
• Acting as a skilled counselor to assist with personal and spiritual problems.
• Providing a spiritual vision in Sunday School, Bible Study, Prayer Meeting, Evangelism and Community Outreach.
• Designing and implementing plans to educate and involve new members in ministries of the church.
• Serving as a spiritual leader, instructor, and mentor to the Elders, Deacons and staff.
• Meeting regularly with ministry leaders who plan and organize ministries and activities.
• Officiating weddings, funerals and baby dedications.
• Conducting Communion and Baptism services as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Clear understanding and full agreement with the church’s by‑laws, doctrinal statement and the elder position papers.
• Abilities in management and supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively God’s Word with textual Scripture.
• Must have a clear vision for the future of the church and its programs.
• Developing relationships within the congregation that promote compassion and love.
• Demonstrating community involvement.
• Ability to handle conflict and resolution.
• Biblical knowledge and belief in prayer.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated deep personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.

Preferred Professional Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as pastor.
• Master of Divinity Degree or equivalent from an evangelical seminary and experience in full‑time pastoral ministry in a local church (Masters can be waived for appropriate experience).