Senior Minister

Kentucky Christian University; Illinois; On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance: $1,500 per month

Paid vacation

Job summary

First Christian Church of Noble in Illinois is seeking a full-time Senior Minister to lead our congregation. The ideal candidate will have a strong personal faith and commitment to biblical authority, effective preaching, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities include preaching biblically sound messages, providing spiritual leadership, and supporting community outreach efforts. The starting salary is $50,000-$60,000 with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong personal faith in Jesus Christ and commitment to biblical authority.
• Experience in ministry and effective teaching skills.
• Ability to provide leadership and care for the congregation.

Responsibilities

• Preach and teach biblical, Christ-centered messages.
• Provide spiritual leadership for the congregation.
• Lead evangelism and community outreach efforts.

Skills

Effective preaching

Pastoral care

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Formal ministry education (preferred)

Job description

First Christian Church of Noble is prayerfully seeking a full‑time Senior Minister to lead and serve our congregation. We are an independent Christian church in the Restoration Movement, committed to the authority of Scripture, the lordship of Jesus Christ, and the mission of making disciples.

ABOUT OUR CHURCH

First Christian Church of Noble is a welcoming congregation of approximately 150–160 attendees with a strong commitment to biblical preaching, Christian fellowship, community outreach, and spiritual growth. We are seeking a minister who will help lead our church into the future while building upon our rich heritage of faith.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preach and teach biblically sound, Christ‑centered messages.
• Provide spiritual leadership for the congregation.
• Work alongside church elders, ministry leaders, and volunteers.
• Shepherd and care for church members through visitation, counseling, and encouragement.
• Lead and support evangelism and community outreach efforts.
• Officiate weddings, funerals, baptisms, and other church functions.
• Encourage discipleship, ministry involvement, and congregational growth.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Have a strong personal faith in Jesus Christ and a commitment to biblical authority.
• Embrace the principles and heritage of the Restoration Movement.
• Demonstrate effective preaching, teaching, and pastoral care abilities.
• Possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Have ministry experience and/or appropriate biblical training. Formal ministry education is preferred but not required.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Starting salary: $50,000–$60,000, commensurate with experience.
• Housing allowance: $1,500 per month.
• Paid vacation.
• Additional ministry‑related expenses may be negotiated.

TO APPLY

• A résumé.
• A statement of faith and ministry philosophy.
• References.
• Links to or recordings of recent sermons, if available.

Applications and inquiries may be sent to: First Christian Church of Noble. Attn: Luke Runyon or Kathy Judy. 112 N. 1st Street, Noble, IL 62868.

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We are praying that God will lead us to a faithful servant who is passionate about preaching the Word, shepherding God’s people, and advancing Christ’s kingdom in our community.