Visionary Lead Pastor for Gospel-Centered Growth

Calvary University; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Portage Bible Church is seeking a full-time Lead Pastor to guide a long-established, Scripture-centered church into its next season with clarity, conviction, and gospel purpose. Our church seeks to grow in biblical preaching, discipleship, and evangelistic engagement while welcoming new people and strengthening ministry effectiveness.

The Lead Pastor will work with elders to develop a biblically grounded vision, oversee worship services, pastoral care, and major ministries, and reside in the

Qualifications

• Demonstrate credible Christian testimony and call to pastoral ministry.
• Affirm Portage Bible Church’s statement of faith and ministry convictions.
• Be willing to serve full-time and reside within the Portage area.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the church’s principal preacher and teacher with verse-by-verse exposition.
• Discern biblically grounded vision with elders and translate into priorities.
• Lead collaboratively with elders, staff, and ministry leaders, providing direction.

Skills

Preaching

Leadership

Evangelism

Pastoral care

Strategic planning

Education

Bible school diploma

Job description

Portage Bible Church is seeking a full-time Lead Pastor to guide a long-established, Scripture-centered church into its next season with clarity, conviction, and gospel purpose. Our church seeks to grow in biblical preaching, discipleship, and evangelistic engagement while welcoming new people and strengthening ministry effectiveness.

The Lead Pastor will work with elders to develop a biblically grounded vision, oversee worship services, pastoral care, and major ministries, and reside in the