Senior Pastor

East Arlington Baptist Church; Lawrence (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

East Arlington Baptist Church in Michigan seeks a Senior Pastor to shepherd the congregation, preach the Word, and oversee worship and ministries. The pastor will lead discipleship, provide spiritual care, and guide church growth while maintaining confidentiality and aligning with church governance.

The role requires membership, a pastor/teacher gifting, and a track record in ministry. Responsibilities include worship leadership, teaching, evangelism, leadership training, and reporting to the

Qualifications

• Born-again believer in Jesus Christ
• Becomes member of the East Arlington Baptist Church upon acceptance of call
• Possession of the spiritual gift of pastor/teacher with concern for flock welfare
• Previous successful ministries will be considered
• Able to keep all information confidential
• Review and sign “Worker’s Objectives” form

Responsibilities

• Preach the Word of God during worship services and lead congregational worship
• Oversee the worship environment and service facilitation
• Provide discipleship and teaching ministries, mentoring members
• Lead and oversee counseling and follow-up ministries
• Provide leadership and instruction for leadership development
• Oversee membership and baptismal classes
• Moderate congregational and official board meetings when needed
• Provide annual reports to the church and keep committees informed

Skills

Pastor/teacher

Confidentiality

Counseling

Church leadership

Job description

Senior Pastor Job Description:

APPOINTMENT/ELECTION:

Called by the church upon a 75% affirmative vote of the Church Membership. May be dismissed by the church or resign by letter given to the Official Board

LENGTH OF SERVICE:

Shall serve for an unspecified period of time

BASIC FUNCTION:

To oversee and feed the flock; equip the saints; and edify the body of Christ

REQUIREMENTS:

• 1. Born-again believer in Jesus Christ
• 2. Becomes member of the East Arlington Baptist Church upon acceptance of call
• 3. Is in possession of the spiritual gift of pastor/teacher with a distinct concern for the welfare (spiritual, emotional, physical) of the flock God has called him to shepherd
• 4. Previous successful ministries will be considered
• 5. Able to keep all appropriate information confidential
• 6. Review and sign “Worker’s Objectives” form

ACCOUNTABILITY:

The Elder Board

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. 1. Worship
   • a. Responsible for the preaching ministry, where the Word of God is proclaimed and worship of Him is encouraged.
   • b. Provide oversight over the worship services.
   • c. Provide an environment through worship where the people will be led by the Holy Spirit to respond to God
2. 2. Discipleship
   • a. Oversee the teaching ministry of the church
   • b. Teach the word of God and motivate the people to apply it to their lives
   • c. Provide opportunity for people to develop and use their talents and spiritual gifts
   • d. Maintain an effective counseling ministry
   • e. Provide leadership and instruction for a follow-up ministry
   • f. Provide training for leadership
   • g. Provide leadership in a ministry where people will be properly discipled so that they can go forth and disciple others
3. 3. Evangelism
   • a. Train and motivate the believers for effective evangelism
   • b. Encourage and promote the missionary outreach of the church
4. 4. Shall be the moderator of the congregational meetings and also at the Official Board meetings in the absence of the Official Board Chairman
5. 5. Shall be ex-officio member of all committees
6. 6. Shall oversee membership classes for new members
7. 7. Shall oversee baptismal classes for those desiring baptism Must submit a report to the church at its annual business meeting and provide an oral report periodically at the Official Board’s discretion