Senior Pastor — Preach, Lead Worship & Shepherd

Lancastersearch; Saint Ignace (MI); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Straits Evangelical Free Church in Saint Ignace, MI, seeks a male senior pastor called to lead a small, faithful congregation aligned with EFCA values. The candidate should be biblically sound, with a clear calling and the ability to preach and teach.

The role includes spiritual oversight, worship leadership, and pastoral care, with regular elder/ congregational meetings. Compensation includes a $75,000 total package plus retirement, housing responsibilities, and three weeks of vacation in the

Qualifications

• Must be male, preferably married with a family.
• Bachelor-level education with seminary or Bible studies preferred.
• EFCA-credentialing or eligibility within 18 months is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary spiritual leader of the congregation.
• Preach the Word of God and administer the ordinances.
• Provide spiritual oversight with the Elder Board to shepherd the congregation.
• Attend monthly Elder Board meetings and quarterly/annual business meetings.
• Lead worship services, weddings, baptisms, dedications, and funerals.
• Counsel congregation members upon request.

Skills

Pastor leadership

Preaching/teaching

Counseling

Church governance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Greek language study

EFCA credentialing within 18 months

Job description

Straits Evangelical Free Church in Saint Ignace, MI, seeks a male senior pastor called to lead a small, faithful congregation aligned with EFCA values. The candidate should be biblically sound, with a clear calling and the ability to preach and teach.

The role includes spiritual oversight, worship leadership, and pastoral care, with regular elder/ congregational meetings. Compensation includes a $75,000 total package plus retirement, housing responsibilities, and three weeks of vacation in the