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Stutsmanville Chapel

Senior Pastor Job Description 

The Big Picture

Stutsmanville Chapel is a non-denominational Christian Church in picturesque Northern Michigan seeking a Senior Pastor. The Holy Spirit is working through our Church body with engaged members, a growing Children’s Ministry, and a Small Group Ministry. We are a community service oriented small-town Church of 75 – 125 attenders.

Mission

We Exist to:

• Love and Worship God
• Love and Serve Our Neighbor
• Make Disciples Everywhere

General Description

The Senior Pastor of Stutsmanville Chapel, as an Elder, is a Spiritual Leader and Shepherd of the Church. The Senior Pastor will meet the personal and spiritual qualifications found in the Bible. He is responsible to preach and teach the Word of God and lead the people and the Ministries of the Church. The Senior Pastor is accountable to work collaboratively with the Elders, Deacon Board, Church staff, and other ministry leaders. Through fellowship, encouragement, cooperation, prayer support, and other appropriate methods the Senior Pastor works to assure effective, efficient, and coordinated teamwork in all the ministries of the Church. He must be willing to perform his duties in accordance with the constitution and bylaws of the Church.

Professional Qualifications

• The Senior Pastor should have bachelor’s degree.
• Degree in theology would be given preference.
• Pastoral experience preferred.

Personal Qualifications

• A person of faith, vision, and leadership.
• Have an ability to effectively preach / teach the Word of God as it is written in the Bible.
• Preach relatable and applicable messages that encourage and challenge people to know and grow in Christ.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a diverse group of people.
• Be an effective communicator outside of the pulpit.
• He should be flexible, friendly, tactful, compassionate, approachable, and honest.
• Ability to handle conflict Biblically.
• Exemplify the scriptural qualifications of an Elder.

Ministry and Staff Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of the Elder Board and Deacon Board.
• Coordinate Worship Services with the Worship Leader, support pulpit supply when absent or unable to preach.
• Conduct the ordinances of the Church, including Communion, Baptisms, Wedding Ceremonies, and Funerals according to Scripture.
• Work with the Elders and Ministry Leaders to plan, coordinate, and evaluate the total Church program.
• Give Biblical counsel, maintaining confidentiality and discretion.
• Maintain accountability with the Stutsmanville Chapel Leadership in all areas of Ministry for Spiritual and Church growth.
• Mentor and supervise members of the Pastoral Staff of Stutsmanville Chapel in spiritual matters and professional development of the Pastoral Staff.