Now usually I look forward to the weekend and hate it when it’s over. Well this past weekend was our Seminary Colloquial Gathering (aka New Student Orientation). It was busy and fun and hot and informative and encouraging. And now the students are prepared and registered for class as the school year begins officially tonight.

The more I’ve gotten to know these men and women, the more excited I am about how God’s going to work in and through their time here. It was a good weekend, but I’m glad it’s over. I’m glad the details worked out and the events worked for everybody.

To God be the glory for the great things He will do this year!

Senior Pastor Position Description

Scope

The Senior Pastor Position is that of Pastor/Preacher/Teacher/Administrator, serving alongside a group of Elders appointed by God to provide directional leadership for Berean Bible Church.

The Senior Pastor is to guide/lead/oversee the professional staff to provide key point leadership in their areas of ministry focused on accomplishing the purposes for Berean Bible Church which are:

• Prayer
• Worship
• Teaching towards Spiritual Growth
• Community Life
• Equipping to Minister/Serve
• Evangelism.

The Senior Pastor is supervised by the Elders who function as the ultimate authoritative leadership team of Berean Bible Church (The Senior Pastor is automatically one of the Elders).  These Elders are to be a discerning/decision-making body, but also engaged in ministry and involved in the shepherding of the Berean flock.  They are very connected to what is going on, as well as supportive and encouraging to the Berean Staff.

Qualifications

The qualifications for the Senior Pastor Position are based on those qualifications identified by the Apostle Paul in 1 Timothy 3:1-7.  The list of requirements below is to be viewed as broad guidelines for the kind of person we think would be best suited for the position.  This list is not all inclusive, nor are these the qualifications that a person must absolutely meet in their entirety in order to qualify for the position.

1. Blood washed, born-again believer in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
2. Love of God, God’s Word, and people, with a passion for ministering to the needs of hurting individuals.
3. Passion and demonstrated experience in evangelism, reaching the lost with the Gospel of Jesus Christ, developing and implementing successful outreach initiatives, and the ability to equip the believers with the skills to reach the lost for Jesus Christ.
   1. Agrees with and “fits” the church constitution, doctrinal position, and direction.
   2. Must have a missions mentality, both locally and worldwide.
   3. Must be willing to work in the New Orleans area where the dominant religion is Roman Catholicism, the public school system is sub-standard, there is a disproportionate number of individuals who live in poverty, the city has a high crime rate and historically high unemployment, and the major industry is tourism.
   4. Gifted in Preaching, Teaching, and counseling.
   5. Minimum Education/Training: M.Div. or Th.M degree (or comparable degree, Doctoral degree a plus).
   6. A minimum of 5-10 years experience as a Senior or Associate/Assistant Pastor is preferred, but not required.

General Responsibilities

1. Discharge all of the functions of the ministry and in coordination with the Berean Elders, preside over all of the spiritual affairs of the church.
2. Provide spiritual leadership for the church.
3. Act as primary spiritual advisor for congregational members.
4. Instruct the congregation in the Scriptures.
5. Serve with the Berean Elder Board in the edification and administration of the church.

Specific Responsibilities

1. Preaching and Teaching
   1. Provide solid Biblically-based preaching and teaching to meet the needs of the congregation and to attract new members.
   2. Together with the Worship Pastor, plan for and lead in all Sunday worship services and in all other services as mutually scheduled in consultation with the Board of Elders.  This will include weekly, seasonal, and spiritual services.
   3. Plan for, encourage and nurture the spiritual development and beliefs of the congregation, teaching regular and special studies as the need requires.
   4. Arrange for speakers when absent with the approval of the Elder Board.
   5. Leadership Oversight
      1. Provide visionary/directional/spiritual leadership for the body, to discharge all of the functions of the ministry and preside over all of the spiritual affairs for the church under the supervision of, and with the support of the Elder Board.
      2. Direct, manage, and oversee the pastoral staff and other paid ministry and office staff of the church. Conduct regular staff meetings for planning and informational purposes to ensure church operations run smoothly.
      3. Manage the daily administrative and operational issues of a mid-size church.
      4. Provide overall leadership and direction to the adult Sunday School ministry program.
      5. Plan for and administer baptism and monthly communion.  Administration of the ordinances may be delegated, as the need requires.
      6. Inspire, encourage and guide the church ministries and the congregation in the development and effective operation of a (wide) range of program activities planned to cover all ages and groups.  He shall be watchful to assure that the efforts of these ministry groups are in accordance with the Word of God and the ministry philosophy established by the Board of Elders.
      7. Attend Elder Board meetings s a voting member of the Elder Board, and assist the Elders in developing goals and establishing strategies and objectives for the accomplishment of the goals for the church.
      8. Serve as an ex-officio member of all other church committees or boards.
      9. Assist the Finance Committee in developing a godly stewardship in the church.  Work with the Finance Committee to develop the annual church budget which will be refined by the Official Board (Deacons and Elders), approved by the Official Board, and voted on by the congregation.  Also assist in monitoring/maintaining expenditures within that budget.  Assist in the development and execution of financial drives and growing programs as needed.
      10. Make annual and periodic reports to the congregation as deemed appropriate and needed by the Board of Elders.
      11. Represent the church in any appropriate church or community organizations or activities as mutually agreed-upon with the Board of Elders.
      12. Schedule necessary time for study, preparation, and planning, in order to develop and maintain a deep level of spiritual growth for himself.

1. Shepherding/Counseling
   1. Provide shepherding leadership and counsel to individuals or families who may have spiritual, personal, financial, marital, emotional, and/or relationship issues, and in times of crises, sickness, death or bereavement, or as needed and requested.
   2. Demonstrate a pastor’s heart in the care and concern of the total congregation. Conduct hospital visitation and home visitation for the sick, shut-ins, and the elderly.
   3. Develop and administer an evangelism/outreach ministry to reach the lost and those in the surrounding community with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
   4. Develop a program to track and minister to visitors, new attendees, and new converts.
   5. Conduct pre-marital biblical counseling and wedding ceremonies for church families as requested.
   6. Perform funerals and baptisms for church families as requested, and provide appropriate counseling for preparation and support for those involved in these events.
   7. Encourage and direct new members to sign-up for instruction in classes for all new church members as the need arises.  The Board of Elders will conduct these instruction classes.
   8. Provide biblical counsel for new parents and provide child dedication services upon request.

All interested individuals should reply to a special email account we have setup to receive resumes and inquiries.  The email address is:

bereanpastorsearch@yahoo.com

Cornerstone Community Church
6029 State Route 754
Millersburg, OH  44654
email contact:  Sherry Johnson        greaterdane@embarqmail.com

 Our mission is to fulfill the Great Commission with a focus on university students and the Oxford area.  We are adjacent to campus.  We have a local rest home and up to now an AWANA ministry. The FBC website is: http://faithbaptistoxford.org/.  It was built when we were much larger and needs to be changed.

Please call Don Dawley (Chair, Deacon Board) for further information (Cell: 513-461-9646).  Please leave a msg if there is no answer.                     

 The Best address is:
 Don Dawley, Chair, Deacon Board
 323 Sandra Drive
 Oxford, OH          45056
(H) 513-523-1834

Faith Baptist Church
P.O. Box 550
Oxford, OH          45056    

E-Mail: dawleydl@muohio.edu

Qualifications:
- The Senior Pastor shall meet the New Testament requirements for office, as provided in the model to the Church in I Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:6-9.
- A commitment to our doctrinal beliefs.
- An ordained minister and or a degree from an accredited seminary.
- Associate or Pastoral experience desired.

Location

The Oakfield-Alabama Baptist Church is located in rural Upstate Western New York. 

Compensation:
The compensation package will be commensurate with experience.

Contact Information:

Applicants should forward their resume and letter of interest to the Senior Pastor Search Committee.  Please mail to:

Lee Schoenthal
1115 Akron Road
Corfu, NY 14036

• Pastoral leadership in a multi-staff, evangelical church with regular preaching responsibilities.

• 5 years experience in pastoral ministry.

• Ability to mentor and develop ministry leaders.

• Spiritual gift of pastor-teacher.

• Substantial training, preferably with a degree from a conservative seminary or Bible college.

• Experience in evangelistic outreach.

• Experience in individual and group disciple-making ministry.

• Ability to exposit Scripture, teaching sound doctrine and practical application.

• Holds to inspiration, authority and inerrancy of Scripture.

• Supports concepts of servant leadership and plurality of eldership

• Agrees with Westbrooke’s statement of faith and doctrinal positions.

Westbrooke is a church of about 200 with a staff of two pastors and five support staff whose mission is to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

Information about Westbrooke Church, the job description and doctrinal statements can be viewed at www.westbrookechurch.org.

Resumes, including your personal testimony, can be e-mailed or mailed to the contact listed below.

Larry Stetler, Church Administrator
Phone: 913-888-4750
larry@westbrookechurch.org
Westbrooke Church
9777 Antioch Road
Overland Park, KS 66212
www.westbrookechurch.org

Please check the web site, www.shadowlakechurch.com, in September for notification we are ready to accept resumes and to learn about the church.  The job description will be available for review on the church web site.

Here is the schedule for this year’s activities:

Saturday, August 28

3:00-4:30 – Advising/Registration*

4:00-4:30 pm – Welcome to Campus/Check-In –  Gathering Place (McClain Hall)

4:30-5:30 pm – Meet the Faculty – Ashman Chapel

5:30-6:30 pm – Dinner – Alpha Dining Commons

6:30-7:30 pm – Seminary Life – Ashman Chapel

*For students who have not yet scheduled an advising appointment.

Sunday, August 29

10:30-11:30 am – Worship Service - Winona Lake Amphitheatre

11:30-12:45 pm – Lunch – Winona Lake

1:00-2:00 pm – New Student Orientation – Ashman Chapel

2:15-3:15 pm - Online Research – Ashman Chapel

3:30-4:30 pm – OIT / Library Presentation – PH 110

4:30-5:30 pm – Break

5:30-6:30 pm – Dinner – Alpha Dining Commons

6:30-7:30 pm – Dessert Social – Westminster / Gathering Place

Lodging

Area lodging in the Warsaw/Winona Lake area includes:

Comfort Inn & Suites ……………………………………….574-269-6655
Hampton Inn ………………………………………………….574-268-2600
Holiday Inn Express .…………………………………………574-268-1600
Ramada Plaza Hotel ……………………………………….574-269-2323

(Be sure to ask about Grace College and Seminary rates) Campus Map Link

Dearborn Free Methodist church (DFMC) is located in Dearborn, Michigan with an average attendance of approximately 150. DFMC seeks a leader mature in their Christian faith with a passion for spiritual formation of junior and senior high teens and multigenerational worship. This includes the development and oversight of the teen ministry program. The music/worship portion of the role includes involvement in and coordination of the worship teams of the church through vocal and instrumental gifts. The media portion includes assistance and oversight of web site communication and visual presentations suitable for effective public worship.

Qualifications:

∙ Demonstrates an enthusiastic heart for God, including availability, faithfulness, teachability, leading to obedience to Christ.
∙ Passionate about the spiritual development of teens with the goal of making loving disciples of Jesus Christ.
∙ Demonstrates the ability to connect with and motivate both teens and teen volunteers.
∙ Demonstrates a strong Christian faith and incorporates its values into all relationships and programs.
∙ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a Ministry-related field.
∙ Musical background proficiency in either guitar or keyboards highly preferred. Able to lead and coordinate worship teams.
∙ Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills, including computer and media proficiency.

Our Mission Statement:

To Make Loving Disciples of Jesus Christ

Our Vision Statement:

To be people of Christ-like character whose:

∙ Leadership is significant

∙ Attitudes are loving

∙ Minds and lifestyles are relevant

∙ Bold outreach is purposeful