Senior Pastor

Peace Dale First Church of God

Peace Dale, RI

Category: Senior Pastor, Lead Pastor

Posted on: March 21, 2025

Job Description:

First Church of God, Peace Dale, RI is seeking a Senior Pastor who is responsible to the church for proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ, for using his/her skills in leadership, for engaging in pastoral care ministries to meet the needs of persons in the church as well as in the_noemailmunity and adheres to the t_noemails of the Church of God Movement, Anderson, Indiana.

DIRECTIONS: Please attach a cover letter expressing interest in the position and delineating skills and abilities as outlined below, a resume, and four names of references who are non-relatives with contact information (e.g. phone number, email) that can attest to the skills and abilities relative to the role of a Senior Pastor. PRIORITY CONSIDERATION WILL BE PROVIDED TO APPLICATIONS RECEIVED BY MAY 3, 2025.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
STRATEGIC VISIONING and EVALUATION
- The Senior Pastor is tasked with crafting and implementing a_noemailprehensive vision that aligns with the church's growth and_noemailmunity needs, including but not limited to r_noemailmending budget allocations to the BOT/Budget Committee.
- Develops strategic plans to enhance outreach and ministry impact while maintaining leadership consistency.
- Coordinates with lay leaders and staff to foster a consistent shared vision, demonstrating initiative and creativity in leading key internal and external ministries.
- Oversees and executes church administration through appropriate lay leadership teams, ensuring_noemailpletion of ministry, business, facility, and logistical support functions.
- Ensures that systems, practices, policies, and by-laws responsibly and effective support ministry activities, while participating in regular performance evaluations to address the evolving needs of the congregation and its ministries.
- Submitting to an annual performance evaluation and review of the_noemailpensation package as outlined in the church by-laws.

SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP EXPERIENCE and WEEKLY PRAYER, PRAISE, and BIBLE STUDY
- Oversees dynamic worship experiences in partnership with ministry leaders to enhance engagement.
- Ensures alignment across Sunday School, Children's Ministry, and ordinances for a unified worship experience.
- Serves as the primary preacher for worship services, delivering inspiring and Biblically sound messages.
- Leads weekly prayer, praise, and Bible study sessions that foster spiritual growth.

DISCIPLESHIP
- Oversee discipleship programs designed to encourage spiritual development and leadership.
- Collaborates with ministries to design outreach initiatives that grown the congregation spiritually.

PASTORAL CARE
- Provides pastoral care, including visits and counseling to support individuals and families in need.
- Collaborates with ordained and lay ministers to extend pastoral care coverage.
- Responds promptly to crisis situations, offering_noemailpassionate support.

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
- Identifies and mentors leaders to support ministry expansion and sustainability.
- Develops strategies to bridge_noemailmunity needs and church outreach efforts.
- Able to provide guidance and leadership to all congregants.

DISPLAYS A VIBRANT RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS CHRIST AS LORD AND SAVIOR through a life of devotion, prayer, and obedience - 1 Timothy 3:1-7, 1 Peter 5:1-4 (required)
- Love for God, His Word, and His people
- Passion to see God's people grow strong and deep in their love for God with obedient lives
- Knowledge of the Bible, an appropriate understanding of God and His ways, a sound understanding of the Gospel and the basic Church of God doctrines for effective shepherding
- Ability to think theologically and biblically
- Strong moral character to provide an excellent Christian example
- Leads family well and/or has a healthy home life
- Committed to integrity and accountability to those served
 

Qualifications:

- Ordained Minister
- Minimum 5 yrs. Pastoral Leadership
- Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Pastoral Ministry or similar field from Accredited Institution
- MUST clear criminal background check

PREFERRED SKILLS
- Licensed and credentialed by the Church of God, Anderson, Indiana
- Counseling Experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (required)
- Compassionate/Empathetic 

Position Information:

Job Title:
Senior Pastor
Time Type:
Part Time
Job Category:
Senior Pastor, Lead Pastor
Salary:
40,000 - 50,000
Organization Type:
Church
Denomination:
Non-Denominational
Worship Style:
Blended
Church Size:
less than 100

Contact Information:

Organization Name:
Peace Dale First Church of God
Contact Name:
Holly Hazard
Address1:
209 Allen Avenue
Address2:
City:
Peace Dale
State or Province:
RI
ZIP Code:
02879
Country:
United States
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