Senior Pastor

Job Description

BASIC ASSUMPTIONS

• Candidate will be a "born again" believer in Jesus Christ. (John 3:1-14).
• Committed to a consistent & growing walk with the Lord.
• Possess good people skills, both in small groups & one-on-one relationships.
• Have the ability to relate to a diverse congregation.
• Agree with the Constitution of the Berean Fellowship & Crete Berean Church.
• Support Crete Berean’s Vision, Mission and Statements of Faith as a member of Crete Berean Church.
• Cast, communicate, and carry out the Vision of Crete Berean Church.

Commit to:

• Equipping Philosophy (Ephesians 4:7-16)
• The Great Commision (Matthew 28:17-20)
• Church Leadership (1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9, 1 Peter 5:1-5)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBIITIES:

• Responsible for the general spiritual direction and health of the church in conjunction with the Elders.
• Lead the congregation toward a common Mission and Vision as approved by the Elders.
• Lead the spiritual development and unity of the pastoral & office staff.
• Watch over the spiritual development and unity of the Elders.
• Oversee all worship services and work with the worship team to plan Christ-centered, inspirational worship.
• Lead the Bible-based preaching ministry of the church

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach in other ministries when possible.
• Oversee the health of church ministries and volunteer leaders.
• Conduct weddings and funerals.
• Provide Biblical counseling on a limited basis.
• Visit members in homes and in hospitals as needed.
• Attend monthly meetings of the Three Rivers District of the Berean Fellowship.
• Attend the annual Pastors' Conference and Berean National Convention (financial support provided).
• Attend ministry-focused conferences in addition to the Berean Pastors' Conference and Berean National Convention (financial support provided).
• Promote and participate in the Berean Fellowship.