Pastor
New Market Christian Church
Dearborn, MO 64439
Denomination: Christian Church
Category: Senior Pastor, Lead Pastor
Church Size: less than 100
Salary: $30,000 - 40,000
Posted on: August 21, 2023
Time Type: Part Time
Job Description:
The New Market Christian Church is currently seeking a Part-time, Senior Pastor. Our job description and beliefs are as follows:
The pastor is called by God and by New Market Christian Church (NMCC) to lead the congregation in fulfilling its mission, "Serve God, Love People, Make Disciples".
The Pastor shall be:
* A deeply devoted follower of Jesus Christ.
* Passionate about the ministry of the local Church.
* Intentional about nurturing his/her own spiritual life through spiritual disciplines such as prayer, scripture study, meditation, etc.
* A student and teacher of God's Word.
* An individual who models a healthy balance of work, family life, & renewal
* An equipper of others for ministry
* Eligibility for denominational credentialing is preferred.
The Pastor is accountable first of all to Jesus Christ. The pastor reports to the Board and will be evaluated at least annually by the Church Board. The Pastor is an ex-officio (non-voting) member of all ministry committees and the Board.
Spiritual Vitality: The Pastor's primary role is spiritual leadership and that role will be lived out in multiple ways:
* Fostering a healthy spiritual environment in the Church that facilitates the spiritual growth of individuals and the congregation.
* Modeling a vibrant, growing, fruitful relationship with God
* Monitoring the spiritual condition of the congregation, and responding to needs and opportunities with teaching, ministries, and initiatives.
* Providing pastoral care of all individuals and families within the Church.
* Maintaining the highest level of integrity, always respecting confidentiality.
* Offering spiritual counsel and support as needed.
Teaching: The Pastor will regularly teach God's Word with clarity, passion, and relevance, and will strive to ensure effective, Biblical teaching at every level in the Church. This includes:
*Teaching in worship 45-48 weekends per year and during special worship services, including Easter, Advent, and Christmas.
* Working to create worship services that are integrated, and enable worshipers to engage God through worship.
* Teaching classes as needed.
* Encouraging and developing others within the Church who may feel called by God into some type of ministry, or who have demonstrated gifts for special service in the name of Jesus.
Leadership: Pastor & Board will work together in a playful spirit to discern God's will for the direction of the Church.
Other Duties: The Pastor will be responsible for the following duties, although it is understood that some of them may be delegated to Church members:
* Pastor & Congregation will remain flexible in terms of expectations and availability.
* Provide a weekly invitation for those seeking baptism through Christ or transfer of membership.
* Conduct weddings, funerals, baptisms, and other special services as requested.
* Provide pastoral care when requested, including pre-marital & pre-baptism counseling.
* Conduct or oversee visitation ministries to the sick, homebound, members and prospective members.
* Attend monthly Board meetings and provide a report of recent pastoral activity.
* Promote unity in the Body of Christ at the community level by developing relationships with other pastors and ministries/agencies in our local area.
* Regularly engage in continuing education so as to grow personally, and as the Pastor, adhere to the NMCC by-laws.
The pastor is called by God and by New Market Christian Church (NMCC) to lead the congregation in fulfilling its mission, "Serve God, Love People, Make Disciples".
The Pastor shall be:
* A deeply devoted follower of Jesus Christ.
* Passionate about the ministry of the local Church.
* Intentional about nurturing his/her own spiritual life through spiritual disciplines such as prayer, scripture study, meditation, etc.
* A student and teacher of God's Word.
* An individual who models a healthy balance of work, family life, & renewal
* An equipper of others for ministry
* Eligibility for denominational credentialing is preferred.
The Pastor is accountable first of all to Jesus Christ. The pastor reports to the Board and will be evaluated at least annually by the Church Board. The Pastor is an ex-officio (non-voting) member of all ministry committees and the Board.
Spiritual Vitality: The Pastor's primary role is spiritual leadership and that role will be lived out in multiple ways:
* Fostering a healthy spiritual environment in the Church that facilitates the spiritual growth of individuals and the congregation.
* Modeling a vibrant, growing, fruitful relationship with God
* Monitoring the spiritual condition of the congregation, and responding to needs and opportunities with teaching, ministries, and initiatives.
* Providing pastoral care of all individuals and families within the Church.
* Maintaining the highest level of integrity, always respecting confidentiality.
* Offering spiritual counsel and support as needed.
Teaching: The Pastor will regularly teach God's Word with clarity, passion, and relevance, and will strive to ensure effective, Biblical teaching at every level in the Church. This includes:
*Teaching in worship 45-48 weekends per year and during special worship services, including Easter, Advent, and Christmas.
* Working to create worship services that are integrated, and enable worshipers to engage God through worship.
* Teaching classes as needed.
* Encouraging and developing others within the Church who may feel called by God into some type of ministry, or who have demonstrated gifts for special service in the name of Jesus.
Leadership: Pastor & Board will work together in a playful spirit to discern God's will for the direction of the Church.
Other Duties: The Pastor will be responsible for the following duties, although it is understood that some of them may be delegated to Church members:
* Pastor & Congregation will remain flexible in terms of expectations and availability.
* Provide a weekly invitation for those seeking baptism through Christ or transfer of membership.
* Conduct weddings, funerals, baptisms, and other special services as requested.
* Provide pastoral care when requested, including pre-marital & pre-baptism counseling.
* Conduct or oversee visitation ministries to the sick, homebound, members and prospective members.
* Attend monthly Board meetings and provide a report of recent pastoral activity.
* Promote unity in the Body of Christ at the community level by developing relationships with other pastors and ministries/agencies in our local area.
* Regularly engage in continuing education so as to grow personally, and as the Pastor, adhere to the NMCC by-laws.
About New Market Christian Church:
New Market Christian Church is a small, rural, agricultural community church founded in 1868. We hold one service per week on Sunday morning. We have 130 current members, including 50 active members, with 25-35 currently attending on Sundays. 80% higher education, 5% advanced degrees with 60% full time employed, 40% retired.
*Educational Ministries: weekly children's Sunday School, adult Bible study, Children's Church designed for primary children during the sermon. Previously youth group weekly.
*Facilities: sanctuary, classrooms, nursery, fellowship hall, Youth Fellowship area, Lamar-Albright Center, pastor office, off-street parking, handicapped parking. Park with shelter house & playground. No parsonage.
* Outreach Ministries: Operation Christmas Child, card ministry, scholarship program, Lamar-Albright community building, Community Food Network, Inter-church Council, Christian Women's Fellowship, VBS, benevolence & bereavement assistance and support
*Educational Ministries: weekly children's Sunday School, adult Bible study, Children's Church designed for primary children during the sermon. Previously youth group weekly.
*Facilities: sanctuary, classrooms, nursery, fellowship hall, Youth Fellowship area, Lamar-Albright Center, pastor office, off-street parking, handicapped parking. Park with shelter house & playground. No parsonage.
* Outreach Ministries: Operation Christmas Child, card ministry, scholarship program, Lamar-Albright community building, Community Food Network, Inter-church Council, Christian Women's Fellowship, VBS, benevolence & bereavement assistance and support
Job Qualifications:
Candidate should be grounded in the Word of God, welcoming all people while helping us to grow spiritually. Candidate should work with us in providing pastoral care. Eligibility for denominational credentialing is preferred.
Greatest need for ministerial leadership: Biblical knowledge, evangelism, pastoral care & proclamation of the Word.
Greatest need for ministerial leadership: Biblical knowledge, evangelism, pastoral care & proclamation of the Word.
Position Information:
Job Title:
Pastor
Time Type:
Part Time
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Salary:
$30,000 - 40,000
Organization Type:
Church
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Worship Style:
Traditional
Church Size:
less than 100
Contact Information:
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Contact Name:
Kerry-Brooke Hyde
Address1:
18 Mill St
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City:
Dearborn
State or Province:
ZIP Code:
64439
Country:
United States
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