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Senior Pastor

Date Posted: June 18, 2025
Hours Per Week: 40
Cowboy Church
Ham Lake, MN, USA
Job Type: Lead/Head/Senior Pastor
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The Big Picture

The Cowboy Church of Ham Lake, MN, (http://cowboychurch.org) is seeking a full time Senior Pastor.

The Church

The Cowboy Church of Ham Lake, MN was established in 2010 as a Christian, non-denominational, bible-based country church with a distinct western style that appeals to both country and city folks alike. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with the message of the gospel of Jesus Christ preached in a simple, straight forward manner that can be applied to real life.  We truly believe that you can “Come as you are and leave changed”. Today, we have approximately 150 weekly attendees and a committed Body of Christ with a deep spiritual desire to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ.

Senior Pastor Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Primary leader and spokesperson of the church.
  • Provide spiritual guidance and direction for the congregation.
  • Preach weekly sermons that are Biblically sound, Christ-centered, and relevant to the lives of the congregants.
  • Teach Bible studies and lead small groups.
  • Provide leadership and vision for the church staff and congregation.
  • Work with the church board for vision, strategy and budgeting.
  • Develop and implement ministries in line with the church mission and values.
  • Oversee day-to-day management of the church staff, budget, facility and property.
  • Perform weddings and funerals as needed.
  • Visit sick and shut-in members of the congregation.
  • Serve as a liaison between the church and the community.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Senior Pastor or in a similar role, OR 10+ years as a Pastor/Associate Pastor.   40hrs/week.  Salary range $54K-$63K/yr + expenses.  Contract 1099.
  • Degree in Divinity, Theology, or related field and licensed Ordained Minister.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Proven collaborative team leadership and management experience.
  • Excellent preaching, communication, and public speaking ability.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Experience leading and managing a church.

How To Apply

The Process

Please look over this job description and the church website. Along with your resume please answer these questions:

  • Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the Pastor for Cowboy Church?
  • Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Pastor at Cowboy Church?
  • In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine of Cowboy Church. 

Please send your resume, the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online sermon to [email protected].