Senior Pastor
Goodlettsville Church
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
Denomination: Presbyterian - Other
Category: Senior Pastor, Lead Pastor
Church Size: 100 - 250
Salary: $90,000 -100,000
Posted on: April 08, 2025
Time Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Senior Pastor Job Description
Goodlettsville Church – A Cumberland Presbyterian Church
Position Overview:
Goodlettsville Church is looking for a Senior Pastor to lead and support our congregation with wisdom, humility, and a heart for ministry. Our mission is to be a place to belong, a place to grow, and a place to serve, and we need a pastor who will help us live that out every day.
The Senior Pastor will be biblically grounded, relationally engaged, and focused on discipleship, worship, outreach, and spiritual growth. This leader will inspire and equip our congregation to share Christ's love, grow in faith, and serve each other and our community.
We are looking for someone who is a strong communicator, a compassionate shepherd, and an effective leader. The right person will balance respect for our church's traditions with fresh ideas to help us meet the needs of the evolving world.
Goodlettsville Church is well-equipped for growth, with the space, resources, and heart to expand our ministry. If you feel called to lead an engaged, and faith-driven church, we invite you to prayerfully consider this opportunity.
Key Responsibilities:
Preaching & Worship Leadership
- Preach meaningful, biblically sound sermons that apply biblical truth to daily life, inspiring faith and transformation.
- Lead inspiring worship services that create a Spirit-filled environment that glorifies God.
- Work closely with the worship and media teams to ensure services are well-planned, engaging, and theologically sound.
Spiritual Growth & Discipleship
- Teach and encourage spiritual growth through Bible studies, small groups, and mentoring.
- Support and equip church members with resources and guidance to deepen their faith and live out Christian beliefs.
- Engage all generations, investing in ministries for children, youth, young adults, and families.
Pastoral Care
- Offer compassionate support, prayer, and guidance during life's challenges while building a caring community through relationships, visits, support groups, and outreach.
- Provide pastoral counseling for those navigating grief, crises, or major life transitions.
- Lead and officiate important life events, including baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
Community Outreach & Engagement
- Lead outreach efforts to serve the local community, demonstrate Christ's love through action, and advance The Great Commission.
- Build relationships with community organizations to strengthen partnerships and opportunities for service.
- Encourage the congregation to get involved in mission work, outreach, and evangelism.
Church Leadership & Administration
- Lead with vision, integrity, and a prayerful heart, helping guide the future of the church.
- Support financial and facility planning with wise stewardship to keep the church strong and sustainable.
- Work alongside church leaders, staff, and volunteers to align ministries with Goodlettsville Church's mission.
- Manage, mentor, and support church staff, fostering a culture of teamwork and service that honors God in every aspect of ministry.
Goodlettsville Church – A Cumberland Presbyterian Church
Position Overview:
Goodlettsville Church is looking for a Senior Pastor to lead and support our congregation with wisdom, humility, and a heart for ministry. Our mission is to be a place to belong, a place to grow, and a place to serve, and we need a pastor who will help us live that out every day.
The Senior Pastor will be biblically grounded, relationally engaged, and focused on discipleship, worship, outreach, and spiritual growth. This leader will inspire and equip our congregation to share Christ's love, grow in faith, and serve each other and our community.
We are looking for someone who is a strong communicator, a compassionate shepherd, and an effective leader. The right person will balance respect for our church's traditions with fresh ideas to help us meet the needs of the evolving world.
Goodlettsville Church is well-equipped for growth, with the space, resources, and heart to expand our ministry. If you feel called to lead an engaged, and faith-driven church, we invite you to prayerfully consider this opportunity.
Key Responsibilities:
Preaching & Worship Leadership
- Preach meaningful, biblically sound sermons that apply biblical truth to daily life, inspiring faith and transformation.
- Lead inspiring worship services that create a Spirit-filled environment that glorifies God.
- Work closely with the worship and media teams to ensure services are well-planned, engaging, and theologically sound.
Spiritual Growth & Discipleship
- Teach and encourage spiritual growth through Bible studies, small groups, and mentoring.
- Support and equip church members with resources and guidance to deepen their faith and live out Christian beliefs.
- Engage all generations, investing in ministries for children, youth, young adults, and families.
Pastoral Care
- Offer compassionate support, prayer, and guidance during life's challenges while building a caring community through relationships, visits, support groups, and outreach.
- Provide pastoral counseling for those navigating grief, crises, or major life transitions.
- Lead and officiate important life events, including baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
Community Outreach & Engagement
- Lead outreach efforts to serve the local community, demonstrate Christ's love through action, and advance The Great Commission.
- Build relationships with community organizations to strengthen partnerships and opportunities for service.
- Encourage the congregation to get involved in mission work, outreach, and evangelism.
Church Leadership & Administration
- Lead with vision, integrity, and a prayerful heart, helping guide the future of the church.
- Support financial and facility planning with wise stewardship to keep the church strong and sustainable.
- Work alongside church leaders, staff, and volunteers to align ministries with Goodlettsville Church's mission.
- Manage, mentor, and support church staff, fostering a culture of teamwork and service that honors God in every aspect of ministry.
About Goodlettsville Church:
Goodlettsville Church, a Cumberland Presbyterian Church, is a historic, Christ-centered congregation with a rich 180-year legacy in the heart of Goodlettsville, Tennessee—a northern suburb of Nashville known for its welcoming, small-town feel and deep-rooted faith heritage. Situated just 15 minutes from downtown Nashville, Goodlettsville offers the best of both worlds—a tight-knit community with access to world-class healthcare, diverse dining, and premier shopping destinations.
Goodlettsville Church's mission is to be a place to belong, a place to grow, and a place to serve. The congregation is intentionally intergenerational, creating a welcoming environment where people of all ages worship, learn, and serve together. The church strives to be "the friendliest church in town." We are blessed with a well-equipped campus and a vision for growth. The church maintains strong financial stewardship, guided by a Financial Oversight Committee that works alongside staff, elders, and deacons.
Goodlettsville Church's mission is to be a place to belong, a place to grow, and a place to serve. The congregation is intentionally intergenerational, creating a welcoming environment where people of all ages worship, learn, and serve together. The church strives to be "the friendliest church in town." We are blessed with a well-equipped campus and a vision for growth. The church maintains strong financial stewardship, guided by a Financial Oversight Committee that works alongside staff, elders, and deacons.
Job Qualifications:
Qualifications - Education & Ordination:
- A Master of Divinity (M.Div.) or equivalent degree is required.
- Must be ordained or willing to pursue ordination in the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, with completion taking place within three years after hire.
Qualifications - Experience & Key Skills:
- At least five years of pastoral leadership experience in a similar church setting.
- Strong communicator who can deliver engaging sermons and Bible teachings.
- Proven leadership and organizational skills, including staff and ministry team management.
- Experience in outreach and community involvement to help expand the church's impact.
- A caring heart for pastoral counseling and support, walking with people through life's ups and downs.
- A Master of Divinity (M.Div.) or equivalent degree is required.
- Must be ordained or willing to pursue ordination in the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, with completion taking place within three years after hire.
Qualifications - Experience & Key Skills:
- At least five years of pastoral leadership experience in a similar church setting.
- Strong communicator who can deliver engaging sermons and Bible teachings.
- Proven leadership and organizational skills, including staff and ministry team management.
- Experience in outreach and community involvement to help expand the church's impact.
- A caring heart for pastoral counseling and support, walking with people through life's ups and downs.
Position Information:
Job Title:
Senior Pastor
Time Type:
Full Time
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Salary:
$90,000 -100,000
Organization Type:
Church
Denomination:
Worship Style:
Blended
Church Size:
100 - 250
Contact Information:
Organization Name:
Contact Name:
Nathan Gallaher
Address1:
226 South Main Street
Address2:
City:
Goodlettsville
State or Province:
ZIP Code:
37072
Country:
United States
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