Senior Pastor — Expository Teaching & Shepherding Leader

Lancaster Search; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Bible Church in Lake Charles, LA is seeking a full-time Senior Pastor to preach the Word of God, shepherd the congregation, and lead through expository, verse-by-verse preaching. The church is led by elders and seeks a pastor who embraces dispensational, free grace theology.

The candidate should have formal theological training, proven shepherding experience, and a heart for evangelism and missions, with a humble, servant leadership style.

Qualifications

• Meet the biblical qualification of church leadership per 1 Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9; 1 Peter 5:1-5.
• Strong biblical and theological knowledge, preferably from seminary or Bible college.
• Experience shepherding a church or serving in active eldership.
• Affirmation of LCBC statement of faith.
• Humility and servant leadership.

Responsibilities

• Preach and teach weekly, verse-by-verse from a dispensational, free grace perspective.
• Study Scripture faithfully to build up and equip the body.
• Serve as one of the church elders and participate in governance.
• Plan and lead Sunday services and shepherd the congregation.
• Provide pastoral care and visitations to members.
• Foster a culture of love, faith, and service.
• Encourage evangelism and missions consistent with the Gospel.

Skills

Biblical leadership

Pastoral care

Expository preaching

Elder governance

Communication

Education

Theological seminary training

Job description

Lake Charles Bible Church in Lake Charles, LA is seeking a full-time Senior Pastor to preach the Word of God, shepherd the congregation, and lead through expository, verse-by-verse preaching. The church is led by elders and seeks a pastor who embraces dispensational, free grace theology.

The candidate should have formal theological training, proven shepherding experience, and a heart for evangelism and missions, with a humble, servant leadership style.