Senior Pastor Crete Berean Church

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Crete (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary seeks a visionary leader to guide spiritual direction at Crete Berean Church in Nebraska. The role involves leading worship, teaching, and fostering unity within the congregation for spiritual growth.

The ideal candidate is a committed believer, skilled in interpersonal relationships, and able to engage with a diverse community. Responsibilities also include overseeing church ministries and performing pastoral care.

Qualifications

• Candidate must be a 'born again' believer in Jesus Christ.
• Committed to a consistent and growing walk with the Lord.
• Must support the Vision, Mission, and Statements of Faith.

Responsibilities

• Guide spiritual direction and health of the church.
• Lead congregation towards a common Mission and Vision.
• Oversee Bible-based preaching ministry.

Skills

Good people skills

Ability to relate to diverse congregation

Job description

ABOUT

With the help of the Berean Fellowship, a group of faithful and prayerful servants established Crete Berean Church in 1996. We serve the people of Crete, NE and surrounding areas, including Doane College and communities in the Blue River Valley. Like the people of Berea, we seek truth from the Word of God and eagerly examine the scriptures. We seek a visionary leader called by God and grounded in the Word to teach, lead and shepherd our flock into the future.

The people God brings through the doors of Crete Berean Church are the hands and feet of our ministry as a church. We welcome an average of 100 attendees each week with the capacity and potential to serve many, many more. Our multigenerational congregation includes families, singles, widows, students, saved and lost souls. We embrace a spirit of grace and desire to live out the fruit of the spirit in our personal lives and through our church family. We are currently constructing a fully funded $2M family activity center and fellowship hall with an expected opening of early 2026. We have a relaxed and welcoming church culture that could grow through a renewed urgency to reach lost and hurting souls in our communities.

BASIC ASSUMPTIONS

• Candidate will be a “born again” believer in Jesus Christ. (John 3:1-14).
• Committed to a consistent & growing walk with the Lord.
• Possess good people skills, both in small groups & one-on-one relationships.
• Have the ability to relate to a diverse congregation.
• Agree with the Constitution of the Berean Fellowship & Crete Berean Church.
• Support Crete Berean’s Vision, Mission and Statements of Faith as a member of Crete Berean Church.
• Cast, communicate, and carry out the Vision of Crete Berean Church.
• Commit to:
  • Equipping Philosophy (Ephesians 4:7-16)
  • The Great Commission (Matthew 28:17-20)
  • Church Leadership (1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9, 1 Peter 5:1-5)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the general spiritual direction and health of the church in conjunction with the Elders.
• Lead the congregation toward a common Mission and Vision as approved by the Elders.
• Lead the spiritual development and unity of the pastoral & office staff.
• Watch over the spiritual development and unity of the Elders.
• Oversee all worship services and work with the worship team to plan Christ-centered, inspirational worship.
• Lead the Bible-based preaching ministry of the church

SECONDARY RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Teach in other ministries when possible.
• Oversee the health of church ministries and volunteer leaders.
• Conduct weddings and funerals.
• Provide Biblical counseling on a limited basis.
• Visit members in homes and in hospitals as needed.
• Attend monthly meetings of the Three Rivers District of the Berean Fellowship.
  Attend the annual Pastors’ Conference and Berean National Convention (financial support provided).
• Attend ministry-focused conferences in addition to the Berean Pastors’ Conference and Berean National Convention (financial support provided).
• Promote and participate in the Berean Fellowship.