Pastor

Faith Chapel

Painted Post , NY 14870

Denomination: Baptist - Other

Category: Senior Pastor, Lead Pastor

Church Size: less than 100

Salary: Not specified

Posted on: June 23, 2024

Time Type: Part Time

Job Description:

General Responsibilities:
- The pastor is responsible for the overall health and vision of Faith Chapel. In accordance with the constitution and bylaws they lead the congregation to equip (Ephesians 4:11-12) them so that they may accomplish the Great Commission (Matthew 28:16-20) and the Great Commandment (Matthew 22:36-40).

Specific Responsibilities:
a. The senior pastor is responsible for leading the church to function as a New Testament church. The pastor will lead the church in discipleship and evangelism. The pastor is responsible to help create, develop, and oversee ministries within the church.

b. The senior pastor will preach and teach the Word of God in order to prepare God’s people for works of service and to equip laborers and leaders. The pastor shall also seek to develop new leaders by mentoring, teaching, and giving the opportunities to preach as appropriate.

c. The senior pastor oversees all church discipline matters based on Matthew 18:15-17. They should be emotionally mature in interpersonal relations with strong problem solving, conflict resolution, and listening skills.

d. The senior pastor is responsible for all internal communications with the congregation through announcements, written and spoken. The pastor is also the main spokesperson for the church in all external communications with the community through radio, news media, outreach communications, and social media.

e. The senior pastor will oversee general church upkeep. If they are able to complete church upkeep themselves it is a plus but is not required. This point will be discussed further as the interview process continues.

f. The senior pastor is responsible for Sunday morning and other services. This includes planning the services, working with the people involved in the services, turning on necessary equipment, etc.

g. The senior pastor will work 20 hours per week doing church related ministry. They will be available for meeting with congregation members when requested and scheduled with. They will respond to communications with congregation members in a timely manner.

Relationships:
- The senior pastor must work closely with the Board to insure unity and oneness among all board members. The pastor is also responsible to recruit, recommend for hire, train, and supervise church volunteers.

Compensation:
- This is a bi-vocational paid position with a salary of $20,000 to $25,000 for the first year. The church also provides a budget for continuing education such as the pastor going to conferences, taking classes, buying study materials, etc.
 

Job Qualifications:

- The Senior Pastor will be a person of established and true character, qualified to preach and teach the Word of God, as described in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9. The Senior Pastor must be willing to perform their duties in accordance with the constitution and bylaws of this church.

- The Senior Pastor will be an ordained minister who has been ordained by a group or denomination who aligns with the beliefs of this church. If the person applying is not ordained then they must be willing to be ordained within the first year of ministry at Faith Chapel.

Personal and Spiritual Qualifications:
a. The senior pastor maintains a vital personal relationship with the Lord through daily Bible study and prayer and maintains proper priorities at home with his family. The pastor is encouraged to take at least one day off every week, and regular vacation times away to set an example before the people of Godly balanced family living. After every 7 years of ministerial service, a period of personal sabbatical for growth and renewal shall be taken.

b. The senior pastor will cultivate spiritual gifts within the church body.

c. The senior pastor should be continuing to grow and develop through attending conferences, being mentored, and taking initiative in learning.

d. The senior pastor must be an individual of proven character, who is characterized by a vital, spirit filled walk with Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. This spiritual commitment should be evidenced by regular church attendance, volunteer ministry involvement outside the area of this position, and by supporting the work of the Church through tithes and offerings.
 

Position Information:

Job Title:
Pastor
Time Type:
Part Time
Salary:
Not specified
Organization Type:
Church
Denomination:
Worship Style:
Contemporary
Church Size:
less than 100

Contact Information:

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Contact Name:
Faith Chapel
Address1:
141 Beartown Road
Address2:
City:
Painted Post
State or Province:
ZIP Code:
14870
Country:
United States
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