Saint James Brethren Church
Saint James Brethren Church in Fairplay, Maryland is seeking a full-time Lead Pastor. The church is part of The Brethren Church and is committed to biblical preaching, expository teaching, and long-term pastoral ministry.
Church: Saint James Brethren Church
Location: Fairplay, Maryland
Denomination: The Brethren Church
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $75,000 – $95,000
Position Description
The Lead Pastor has the primary responsibility for preaching and teaching the Word of God and the sustaining of Biblical doctrines at Saint James Brethren Church. The Lead Pastor will be deeply rooted in God’s Word and able to competently discern and passionately communicate the Message in a fashion that is easily understood and compels life change.
As the primary but not exclusive communicator for Saint James Brethren Church, the Lead Pastor will routinely connect the congregation to church leadership and its strategic direction, including ensuring awareness and understanding of leadership decisions, and motivating fulfillment of the Church’s mission and vision. It is preferred the Lead Pastor remains in a long-term ministry at Saint James Brethren Church.
Qualifications
- A clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ
- Acceptance of Biblical truths as described in the Word of God, the Holy Bible
- Consistent spiritual and moral character and lifestyle
- Agreement with the doctrinal statements of The Brethren Church
- Commitment to abide by the Constitution and By-Laws of Saint James Brethren Church
- Effective leadership skills
- Competent in organization, administration and interpersonal relationships
- Strong in Biblical expository preaching
- Master of Divinity degree from an accredited seminary preferred
- Minimum three years’ experience in pastoral ministry; five years preferred
- An Elder in good standing in The Brethren Church
Ministry Responsibilities
The Lead Pastor has primary responsibility for preaching and teaching, leadership for ministry staff and lay leaders, communicating mission and vision, and shepherding. Additional responsibilities include:
- Leading the pastoral team in biblical preaching and teaching
- Promoting a team-based ministry model with staff and lay leaders
- Overseeing discipleship programs including children/youth education, family, adult education, and small groups
- Conducting regular staff meetings
- Performing annual performance reviews on ministry staff
- Establishing a regular schedule to study, research, and pray about the church’s direction
- Fulfilling general pastoral duties including hospital visits, counseling, and officiating weddings and funerals
How to Apply
Interested candidates should contact the church directly:
Email: bhartle10@gmail.com
Phone: 301-582-3333
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