Pastor

Reformed Theological Seminary; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope Community Church in Lowell, IN seeks an ordained, Spirit-equipped, servant-leader with a Reformed faith to guide our congregation. The pastor will shepherd worship, teaching, counseling, and community outreach, while partnering with church leadership to fulfill the church’s mission and vision.

The role is full-time, with responsibilities spanning preaching, pastoral care, staff oversight, new member guidance, and ceremonial duties such as weddings and funerals.

Qualifications

• Ordained pastor, Spirit-equipped and servant-leader.
• Committed to the Reformed faith.
• Ability to lead preaching, worship and pastoral care.

Responsibilities

• Preaching and leading worship with biblical, practical messages for all ages.
• Provide pastoral care, counseling, and referrals to Christian licensed therapists as needed.
• Oversee and support the work of ministry staff and annual performance reviews with council.
• Lead new member classes and pre-marital counseling; officiate weddings and funerals on request.
• Carry out church council duties, maintain records, and support organized administration.

Job description

Articulate and promote the vision and mission of our church to the congregation and community.

Insure that all ministries of the church are implemented consistently with our Standards of Faith and Practice as set forth in our by-laws, core values, and Mission and Vision Statements.

• Inspire, train, support, and guide members to use their spiritual gifts in ministry to the church and community.
• Challenge and encourage members to tend to the needs of the sick and needy in the church and community.
• Encourage, support, and mentor members in their Felationships with unbelievers and in the ability to lead a person to saving faith in Jesus.
• Research and introduce ideas, resources, and programs to further the ministries and effectiveness of our church.
• Train elders, deacons, and other leaders in providing pastoral care, leading prayer and worship, teaching, outreach, etc.
• Promote an inclusive and participatory model of ministry, with a goal of developing lay leadership.

Job Type:

Full Time

Salary Range:

TBD

General Information

Church/Organization Name

Hope Community Church

Contact Name & Contact Info

[phone]

[e-mail]

Church

Other

City, State

Lowell, IN

Description of Organization

Hope Community Church (Lowell, IN) – Pastor

The Big Picture

Hope Community Church (hopechurchlowell.com) is seeking an ordained, Spirit-equipped, servant-leader, committed to the Reformed faith.

In the spirit of Ephesians 4:11-16 , we are seeking an ordained, Spirit-equipped, servant- leader, committed to the Reformed faith, who will:

• Be committed to continual personal development in skills, knowledge, and discipleship.
• Model a personally healthy, balanced, relational and spiritual life.

Our overarching desire and emphasis at this time is to draw the unchurched in our lives and community into a Saving relationship with Jesus and into our church family. We also desire a pastor who will lead us in congregational self-study and goal-setting by reviewing the past and planning for the future in such a way as to strengthen and enhance the mission and unity of Hope Community Church. The job description should be viewed in light of these desires.

This is a full-time position. The pastor is a member of the fun! Hope Church council and is accountable to the Council in doctrine, life, and duties. The pastor partners with the church, staff, council, elders, and deacons to carry out the ministry of Hope Church.

Regular responsibilities include:

• Preaching and leading worship, bringing biblical, practical messages to all ages that teach and convict those who are searching and challenge the spiritually mature. Hope Church currently has one service on Sunday plus occasional special services.

Partnering with council and members to ensure pastoral care for all members and others who may join our fellowship as non-members. This would include visits to shut-ins and to those that are traumatized or hospitalized.

Provide pastoral counseling, conflict resolution, and referrals to Christian licensed therapists as needed.

Provide direction, support and assistance to ministry groups and leaders.

• Oversee and support the work of ministry staff. With the council, engage in annual reviews of those under his supervision and, when necessary, recommend either renewal or termination of employment.
• Lead new member classes and pre-marital counseling.
• Officiate at weddings and funerals as requested.
• Fulfill community, ministerial, and denominational responsibilities, and be a positive liaison with our broader mission efforts.
• Work alongside the clerk of council to ensure organized and efficient administration and communication.
• Keep accurate records:
  • of all activities related to his position for personal accountability.
  • that demonstrate that Hope Church’S vision and goals are realized and achieved.
• Provide a written report for the elders at their regular meetings.
• Carry out other tasks as determined by the church council.