Senior Pastor: Shepherd & Sermon Leader for Growth

Lancaster Search; Bark River (MI); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parsonage

Health Insurance Negotiable

Job summary

Bark River Bible Church in Bark River, MI is seeking a full-time Senior Pastor to shepherd a multi-generational congregation of about 200 weekly attendees. The role emphasizes preaching, teaching, discipleship, and pastoral care including counseling, visitation, weddings, and funerals.

The successful candidate will lead with biblical integrity, model Christ-like character, and collaborate with church leadership to promote healthy governance and growth in ministry and outreach.

Qualifications

• A Bible college or seminary degree is preferred.
• Experience in preaching, teaching, and pastoral care is preferred.
• Clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and a growing personal relationship with Him.
• Heart for discipleship, growth, and community engagement.
• Sound understanding of Scripture and its doctrines.
• Exceptional communication and preaching skills.
• Proven leadership ability in a church or similar setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills with diverse groups.
• Ability to navigate conflict Biblically with grace and wisdom.
• Strong organizational skills with managing multiple responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver biblically sound, gospel-focused sermons that challenge, equip, and encourage the local body in their walk with Christ.
• Lead by example in spiritual disciplines and model Christ-like character.
• Shepherd the congregation through pastoral care, counseling, visitation, and prayer support.
• Conduct weddings and funerals.
• Develop and implement strategies for ministry growth, outreach, and discipleship.
• Work alongside church leadership to ensure healthy governance, unity, and effective ministry operation.

Skills

Exceptional communication

Preaching skills

Pastoral care

Discipleship

Leadership ability

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Education

Bible college or seminary degree preferred

Growing personal relationship with Christ

Job description

Bark River Bible Church in Bark River, MI is seeking a full-time Senior Pastor to shepherd a multi-generational congregation of about 200 weekly attendees. The role emphasizes preaching, teaching, discipleship, and pastoral care including counseling, visitation, weddings, and funerals.

The successful candidate will lead with biblical integrity, model Christ-like character, and collaborate with church leadership to promote healthy governance and growth in ministry and outreach.