Senior Pastor Cloquet Community Church (CCC)

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Cloquet (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cloquet Community Church is seeking a Senior Pastor to provide spiritual leadership and shepherd the congregation. The ideal candidate must demonstrate a deep relationship with God, effective communication skills, and a strong commitment to biblical teachings.

Responsibilities include preaching, teaching, and leading volunteers while fostering a spirit of collaboration. A strong theological education is desired, along with ministry experience. Compensation will be based on qualifications as determined by church leadership.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates a vibrant personal relationship with God.
• Has a heart for pastoral care and aligns with CCC's vision.
• Proven ability to communicate God’s Word effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual leadership for the congregation.
• Lead by example to promote spiritual growth.
• Prepare and deliver engaging Biblical sermons.
• Supervise and lead all CCC volunteers.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Resource management

Strong organizational skills

Education

Strong theological education or pursuing a biblical degree

Job description

Cloquet Community Church
Cloquet, Minnesota
https://www.cloquetcommunity.com/

Purpose of the Position

The Pastor of Cloquet Community Church (CCC) is to glorify God and lovingly shepherd the congregation by calling all people into an abundant life with Jesus Christ. Carrying a deep passion for and commitment to Christ, and with the Scriptures as his guide, our Pastor is responsible for inspiring people to be active in the work of reaching the lost, growing in faith, and multiplying healthy disciples.

Biblical Qualifications

The Senior Pastor consistently demonstrates the biblical qualifications for pastoral leadership as found in I Timothy 3:2-7 (Character), Titus 1:5-9 (Leadership), Ephesians 4 (Equipping), and I Peter 5:2-5 (Humility). He also has a deep relationship with God, an ability to communicate God’s Word, a heart for pastoral care, and an alignment with the vision and theology of CCC and of the Evangelical Free Church of America (EFCA).

• Passion for God: Demonstrates a vibrant, growing personal relationship with God, love for Jesus, and dependence on the Holy Spirit, as evident in his life and ministry.
• Passion for People: Embodies a heartfelt love for people with a Christ‑like concern for their spiritual, physical, mental, and emotional well‑being.
• Biblical Foundation: Is faithful to God’s Word and skilled in its teaching and application.
• Godly Character: Models humility, a shepherd’s heart, prayerfulness, vulnerability, teachability, and an attitude of grace.
• Heart for Missions: Aligns with God’s heart for the world in reaching the lost in all the communities God has called us to: including those locally, regionally, and throughout the world.

Responsibilities

The Pastor shall provide spiritual leadership for the congregation.

• Servant Leadership: Lead the congregation by promoting a healthy, positive atmosphere of spiritual growth, encouraging individuals to become spiritually mature disciple‑makers by example, word, and deed. Partner with church leaders to refine and implement God’s vision for CCC. Must be willing to make tough decisions and, with a heart for reconciliation, mediate solutions beneficial to the church and individuals.
• Preaching & Teaching: Plan, prepare, and teach engaging Biblical sermons, ensuring accurate and balanced teaching of Biblical content, and modeling and encouraging application of truths. Communicate with love, wisdom, and conviction the truth of the Gospel.
• Volunteer Leadership: Serve as direct supervisor of all CCC volunteers, and provide ongoing leadership development and spiritual oversight. Provide collaborative and supportive administrative leadership of CCC’s programs and ministries.
• Congregational Engagement: Shepherd the flock by engaging in a variety of settings
  with all ages and groups, including discipleship, mentorship, and guiding congregants through pastoral care. Partnering with our elders and congregation to fulfill the mission of CCC.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, he should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Communication: Possess effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Resource Management: Able to effectively manage resources, including people, time, and finances.
• Organization: Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Education and Experience

• Education: Desire the candidate to have a strong theological education (or is currently pursuing a biblical degree) from a biblically sound seminary or Bible college.
• Ministry Experience: Some ministry experience preferred. This may include: church, college, camp, or other ministry experiences.

Reporting

The Senior Pastor is a member of and reports to its Elder board, and through the board, is accountable to the congregation.

Time Allotment and Salary

• Full‑time
• Compensation based on qualifications and determined by church leadership