Senior Pastor — Dynamic Faith Leader for Youth & Digital Worship

LCMC; Lindenhurst (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mark Lutheran Church in Lindenhurst, IL, seeks a Senior Pastor to lead worship, discipleship, and community outreach. The role emphasizes delivering vibrant Bible-based sermons, guiding youth and families, and fostering spiritual growth across all ages.

The Senior Pastor partners with church staff and lay leaders to advance mission, provide pastoral care, and represent the congregation in the broader community.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Lutheran theology and practices.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, Bible-based sermons.
• Lead confirmation classes.
• Oversee youth programs and mission trips.
• Provide home and hospital visits and pastoral care.
• Coordinate staff and volunteers; foster teamwork.
• Promote baptisms, weddings and funerals; support outreach.

Skills

Lutheran Theology

Communication skills

Pastoral care

Discipleship

Education

Master of Divinity preferred

LCMC certification or willing to obtain

Job description

St. Mark Lutheran Church in Lindenhurst, IL, seeks a Senior Pastor to lead worship, discipleship, and community outreach. The role emphasizes delivering vibrant Bible-based sermons, guiding youth and families, and fostering spiritual growth across all ages.

The Senior Pastor partners with church staff and lay leaders to advance mission, provide pastoral care, and represent the congregation in the broader community.