Senior Pastor: Lead Biblical Teaching & Shepherd Parsonage

Lifepoint Church; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Church-owned parsonage

Job summary

Grace Baptist Church in Des Moines, Iowa, is seeking a Full Time Senior Pastor to lead in biblical teaching, discipleship, and community outreach. The pastor will provide spiritual leadership, shepherd the congregation, and work with leaders to implement ministry goals and vision for a growing, Christ-centered church.

The role requires a calling to ministry, a strong personal faith, and the ability to guide a multi-generational church.

Qualifications

• Clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and a growing personal walk with Him.
• A calling from God to pastoral ministry.
• Agreement with the doctrine, mission, and values of Grace Baptist Church.
• Strong communication, leadership, and relational skills.
• A heart for shepherding people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Formal theological training is preferred.
• Previous pastoral ministry experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Preach and teach God’s Word with biblical accuracy and practical application.
• Provide spiritual leadership and guidance for the congregation.
• Shepherd and care for members through visitation, counseling, prayer, and encouragement.
• Equip and mentor leaders for effective ministry.
• Lead the church in fulfilling its mission through discipleship, evangelism, and community engagement.
• Work collaboratively with church leadership to establish and implement ministry goals and vision.
• Officiate weddings, funerals, baptisms, and other pastoral duties as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Relational skills

Pastoral care

Education

Formal theological training

Job description

Grace Baptist Church in Des Moines, Iowa, is seeking a Full Time Senior Pastor to lead in biblical teaching, discipleship, and community outreach. The pastor will provide spiritual leadership, shepherd the congregation, and work with leaders to implement ministry goals and vision for a growing, Christ-centered church.

The role requires a calling to ministry, a strong personal faith, and the ability to guide a multi-generational church.