The following Senior Pastor and Lead Pastor job descriptions have been collected by XPastor over the years. Learn from these examples and incorporate elements as they fit your church style and polity. All have been used by permission.

Lead Pastor of Watermark Community Church of Dallas, Texas

over 11,000 in worship

Responsible for leading the staff and church body in carrying out purpose and values of the church and to oversee and direct the teaching ministry of the church.

Primary Responsibilities

• Encourage and shepherd the spiritual formation of the congregation as the lead teacher/communicator.
• Nurture and communicate the vision for the church to all staff, leadership and laity.
• Provide directional and visionary leadership for the ministry of the church.
• Oversee and encourage multiplication of ministry (teaching, leadership, vision development) by developing and empowering both the staff and lay leadership of the church.
• Oversee the planning and leading of worship services.
• Lead the staff through appropriate direction, supervision, evaluation, counsel, care and accountability.
• Serve the church as an elder and oversee board of directors.

Core Value Responsibility

Champion all values of church, especially:

• Biblically based
• Grounded in Grace
• Passionate about Prayer

Working Relationships

• Work with elders in overseeing the spiritual needs of the body and the integrity of the ministry as it relates to the church’s purpose and values.
• Work with the staff to encourage and empower them toward effective balanced ministry.
• Accountable to the Board of Elders

General Expectations and Responsibilities

• Maintain consistent Christian testimony, stay fresh in relationship with Christ, effective with family and creative in ministry. Maintain relational, spiritual and professional trust with other elders and staff.

Permission by Todd Wagner

Senior Pastor of Stonebriar Community Church of Frisco, Texas

6,000 in worship

Purpose

To lead the church towards the fulfillment of its purpose as taught in Scripture and as stated in its Bylaws and to preach the word of God to the mutual edification, instruction and discipline of its members and believers; winning of the unsaved to Christ; helping young Christians develop their spiritual lives; instructing children in the Word of God; and furthering the cause of Christ on the mission fields at home and abroad.

Mission Statement

To actively have a part in leading men and women, boys and girls, in all nations, to a personal relationship with Jesus Christ

Duties and Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities:

• Teach and preach God’s Word.
• Supervise the Senior Associate Pastor.
• Maintain oversight of the ministries of the church.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Be available to the congregation for counsel, weddings, funerals, baptisms and communion, as able and as needed.
• Participate in the work of Stonebriar Community Church.
• Be accountable to the Board of Elders and ultimately the congregation.
• Board Relationships:
  • Be a voting member of the Board of Elders and General Boards.
  • Have the power of address and serve as an ex officio member of all boards and committees of the church.
• Serve as moderator for the senior staff meetings and be responsible for the oversight of all ministries in the church.
• Actively contributes to the improvement of the ministry of Stonebriar Community Church and provides prayerful support.
• Functions well with co-workers, treating them with honor and grace.
• Encourages spiritual focus and commitment by modeling the Core Values of Stonebriar Community Church.
• Improvement of Ministry Operations: Contributes toward the improvement of the ministry as a whole.

Be a man of true Christian experience and established character:

• Qualify for his office according to the standards of 1 Timothy 3:2-7 and Titus 1.
• Ordained as a minister of the Gospel.
• Ability to work on a team towards specific goals in a mutually edifying and supportive manner.
• A teachable and open attitude.
• A commitment to the Statement of Faith and Core Values as stated in the Bylaws of Stonebriar Community Church.
• Membership in Stonebriar Community Church as soon as practicable after joining the staff.

Permission by David Chavanne.

Senior Pastor, Wenatchee Free Methodist Church in Wenatchee, Washington

2,400 in worship

Position Summary

A full-time, salaried position that serves as the primary vision-caster, pulpit teacher and overseer of the Wenatchee Free Methodist Church body. The Senior Pastor serves as an Ex-Officio member on all committees and the Leadership Council and generally serves as its Chairperson. The Senior Pastor serves under the appointment of the Pacific Northwest Conference of the Free Methodist Church.

General Responsibilities

The Senior Pastor models a life dedicated to the Word, prayer, Christ-like character and family; insures the church and staff intentionally pursue WFMC’s values, mission, vision and thumbprint; communicates the vision of the church on a regular basis; mentors and oversees the Executive Administrator and the Senior Pastor’s Administrative Assistant; deliberately focuses on multiplying biblical leaders; and involves the WFMC in appropriate, broader Wenatchee Valley concerns. The Senior Pastor also reports monthly to the Leadership Council regarding the church’s progress toward fulfilling its mission and vision.

Specific Responsibilities

Permission by Evey Barnett.

A. Spiritual/Personal Life 

• Consistent spiritual disciplines of Bible study, prayer and fasting.
• Regular accountability to spouse and an accountability partner/team.
• Intentional pursuit of moral and ethical purity.
• High priority placed on spouse and children.

B. WFMC’s Values, Mission, Vision and Thumbprint 

• Consistently communicate vision with staff, Leadership Council, lay leaders and congregation.
• Regularly evaluate ministries in light of values, mission, vision and thumbprint.
• Oversee the development of action plans to aggressively pursue values, mission, vision and thumbprint.

C. Mentor and Oversee the Administrative Assistant of the Senior Pastor’s Department

• Partner with the Administrative Assistant.
• Clearly communicate the vision of the Senior Pastor’s department.
• Invest time, skills and training in the Administrative Assistant.
• Delegate clerical, administrative tasks and research to the Administrative Assistant.
• Perform annual review.

D. Mentor and Oversee the Executive Administrator

• Partner with the Executive Administrator.
• Meet weekly to communicate current and long-term goals and delegate action plans and tasks to Executive Administrator.
• Invest time, skills and training in the Executive Administrator.
• Assign special projects and follow-up items to Executive Administrator.
• Utilize the Executive Administrator to handle the day-to-day functions and communication responsibilities for the purpose of freeing up the Senior Pastor.
• Delegate the oversight of church staff excluding the Senior Pastor’s Administrative Assistant to the Executive Administrator.
• Perform annual review.

E. Interface with Ministry Staff

• Monthly meeting for prayer, communication of vision and ministry updates.
• Available for personnel interaction with Equipping Staff as needed without interference in oversight responsibilities.

F. Multiplication of Biblical Leaders

• Model leadership development by leading a reproductive small group and leading an L-Team of small group leaders.
• Evaluate Equipping Staff, through the Executive Administrator, on lay leadership development.
• Lead WFMC in transition to become a cell-celebration church.
• Establish goals to make lay leaders and leaders-in-training the primary means of evaluating church health.

G. Involve WFMC in the Wenatchee Valley and Beyond

• Work interdependently with other life giving pastors and churches to fulfill the Great Commission.
• Serve in community leadership roles as opportunities arise.
• Utilize gifts and graces to assist the Pacific Northwest Conference.

Requirements

1. Leads a life of biblical obedience and example both on and off campus and demonstrates a commitment to the mission, vision and strategy of the church.
2. Membership in the Pacific Northwest Conference. Local church membership of spouse (if married).
3. A spirit of service and a commitment to the Great Commission.
4. Financial commitment to the Wenatchee Free Methodist Church as evidenced in storehouse tithing and giving.
5. Adherence to the policies as defined in the WFMC Operating and Personnel Policy Manuals and to the Membership Covenant as established by the Free Methodist Church of North America.
6. Member of a Life Group.

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate should have a Masters of Divinity Degree and should have credentials of ordination in the Free Methodist Church, or the equivalent, and at least ten years of pastoral ministry experience.

Compensation

The salary range is negotiable depending upon qualifications. Health insurance, benefits and expenses are provided as defined in the Wenatchee Free Methodist Church Policy Manual.

I have reviewed and agree to perform the duties outlined in this ministry description.

Signature:_______________________________

Signature Date:____________________________

Senior Pastor of Northwest Bible Church in Dallas, Texas

2,400 in worship

Reports to: Chairman of the Elder Board

Works with: Executive Pastor and Elder Board

Supervises: Associate Ministers to Singles

Scope: The Senior Pastor is responsible for shepherding the congregation through a ministry of preaching and leadership.

Word & Prayer (60%)

• Study at a consistent depth for adequate teaching and preaching in the worship services.
• Be consistent in prayer for the church and lead the church in prayer.
• Plan, lead and preach at the worship services.

Church Leadership (30%)

• Communicate the vision of the church to its members.
• Serve as an Elder, leading the Board along with the Chairman.
• Shepherd the staff by leading the spiritual life segment of the weekly staff meeting, with a focus on the Core Vision Team and worship leaders.
• Participate as needed with the Executive Pastor in hiring of new ministers and annual employee reviews.

Ministerial Issues (10%)

• Shepherd the shepherds of the congregation and missionaries.
• Through the elders, accept a limited number of weddings, counseling appointments and funerals.
• Minister by phone, email, letters, and in person to the body and community.

Senior Pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Champaign, Illinois

1,400 in worship

Principal Job

To provide leadership for the whole work of First Church of Champaign, preaching the word of God, teaching the Scriptures, leading the development of ministries, providing pastoral care, and overseeing administrative functions.

Qualifications

Advanced educational degree and prior experience in a church large enough to require staff work or as an assistant taking part in staff work at a large church. Must be an excellent preacher, an excellent communicator and have strong leadership and administrative skills.

Specific Responsibilities

1. Plan the weekly worship services and preach scripturally-based sermons.
2. Provide spiritual leadership, outreach leadership and inspiration for the church family.
3. Provide leadership in planning for the future well-being of the congregation.
4. Lead in administration of the sacraments.
5. Conduct weddings, funerals, baptisms.
6. Provide counseling.
7. Lead teaching programs, including Confirmation Class.
8. Guide and support First Church policies.
9. Maintain a presence at all levels of church activities, including Presbytery.
10. Provide leadership for staff and lay leaders.
11. Prepare the docket and moderate Session meetings.
12. Maintain an informed awareness of all church activities.
13. Attend to his/her personal spiritual health and development.
14. Be involved in community affairs such as civic club membership, attendance at civic and cultural events, or other appropriate avenues.
15. Serve as staff liaison to the Worship, Stewardship and Human Resources Teams, and others as may be deemed appropriate.

Permission by Rebecca Motley.

Senior Pastor of Christ Church Evangelical Covenant in East Greenwich, Rhode Island

1,400 in worship

General Description

The primary role of the Senior Pastor is to give himself to the ministry of the Word and prayer, seeking to walk uprightly before the Lord in his personal life while seeking the mind of God on behalf of the congregation. He will lead and teach the congregation according to the Word, holding true to Christ Church’s vision and core values while preparing for its future. This takes constant effort through prayer, scriptural study, professional growth, education, training and personal interaction with the congregation.

Worship and Teaching 

• Ensures that overall weekly worship services are effective and on target regarding content, style, structure, timing and design.
• Accountable for the completeness and the quality of worship services for the church, managing the Worship Arts Director for the planning and leading of those services.
• Meets regularly with Worship Arts Director to critique prior worship services and to plan/agree on future worship services regarding music selection, transitions, drama, technical needs, etc.
• Develops a preaching schedule and teaching methods that inspire and challenge spiritual growth of the congregation with the capacity to make the gospel understandable to visitors.
• Accountable for the completeness and the quality of special worship services such as Christmas, Easter, WorldFest, Children’s/Youth Sundays, and other special programs.

Leadership 

• Develop, train, disciple and equip leaders for ministry through teaching, personal modeling, mentoring, and program development and implementation.
• Provide spiritual leadership to the staff and be responsible for working with the executive pastor to coordinate staff meetings.
• As an Elder of Christ Church, maintains a very close liaison with fellow Elders, meeting with them regularly on a formal and informal basis.
• Provide spiritual leadership to the Elders and be accountable, with the chairman and executive pastor for coordination of Elder and annual congregational meetings.
• Together with the Elders, he will dream and be visionary about the church’s growth and direction, and have primary accountability for casting the vision to the congregation.
• Recommends and implements, with the approval of the Council of Elders, actions that fulfill the vision and mission of Christ Church.

Other Related Responsibilities 

Maintains a pastoral ministry in the following areas:

• Hospital calls.
• Emergency and crisis situations.
• Conducts weddings and funeral services, performs baby dedications and baptisms.
• Provides pastoral counseling to those in spiritual need, assists persons facing problems or decisions, and comforts the bereaved.

Keep abreast of current trends in the ministry through reading, seminars, conferences and networking, with responsibility for formal communication of those trends to church leadership.

Responsible for personal spiritual renewal; scheduling regular retreats for spiritual reflection, study and prayer for vision and direction.

Reporting Relationships 

Immediate Supervisor: Elders

Supervises (Staff):

• Director of Worship Arts
• Sanctuary Coordinator: Provides oversight to the worship and teaching aspects of the Sunday night Sanctuary services.

Partners with:

• Support staff
• Director and pastoral team
• Deacons and Elders

Permission by Marty Thompson.

Senior Pastor of Scofield Memorial Church in Dallas, Texas

1,400 in worship

I. Overall Objectivehttps

The senior pastor of Scofield Memorial Church will fulfill and assimilate the broad and specific vision of Scofield Memorial Church. This will be done by managing, evaluating and developing a ministry at Scofield Memorial Church in such a way that is aligned with the church’s vision and values, and in cooperation with the church’s overall ministry commitments.

II. Senior Pastor Qualifications

Positional Qualities

• The senior pastor must meet qualifications for an elder given in 1 Timothy 3:1-13, Titus 1:6-9 and 1 Peter 5:2-3. These qualifications deal with many areas of personal life, which are critical for fitness to serve as a leader in the church.
• The senior pastor must be in agreement with the church constitution, doctrinal statement, and the philosophy of ministry (Scofield’s purpose, mission and vision).

Personal Qualities

• Good communicator. He must be an effective communicator from the pulpit and in one-on-one relationships. He must be able to demonstrate the relevance of the Scriptures in daily life. He must be able to use discernment in exposing the obvious and subtle errors of society, and have the wisdom to teach the biblical model of life and thought.
• Balanced understanding of Christian life. He must know the importance of God’s grace in the Christian life, affirming that salvation and sanctification is the result of God’s grace and not human effort; that good works are the outworking of God’s grace in the believer; and that legalism is an enemy to true spiritual maturity.
• Team builder. He should be a strong leader who models, trains and inspires others to do the work of ministry—the pastoral staff, the Official Board, the church leadership and the church body. He should have a clear vision of the ministry of Scofield Memorial Church, and the ability to impart this vision to others. He should value consensus.
• Exemplary life style. His personal life should be an example of integrity, humility, honesty and openness. His life will be a reflection of Christian maturity—in his marriage and family, his relationships, and his church life. If married, the senior pastor must have a supportive wife who also has an excellent sense of God’s calling for ministry, and who has a good Christian testimony. Neither the senior pastor nor his wife will have experienced a divorce in a previous marriage.
• Heart of love. He must have a love for God, his family, God’s people, the church, the lost and the ministry. He must be a person with a caring, shepherding spirit.
• Man of faith. He must realize that without wisdom from God it is not possible to do the work of the ministry or even live a fruitful Christian life. He must model a life of faith and prayer.
• Personal accountability. He should desire accountability with the pastoral staff and the Official Board, as well as others who will work with him to protect and preserve his character, integrity and personal walk with God.

Professional Qualities

• Biblical preaching. Expository preaching with relevant application. He must have a commitment to the sufficiency and inerrancy of the Scripture. His theology must be consistent with grammatical-historical interpretation of the Scripture, dispensationalism, moderate Calvinism and non-lordship salvation position. He must be able to balance doctrinal view with the totality of biblical revelation.
• Shepherding heart. While the senior pastor is not expected to be the sole pastoral care-giver within the congregation, he must, out of a shepherd’s disposition, cultivate an environment in which healthy pastoral care is unfolding in a manner that empowers the spiritual giftedness of others within the leadership and the body at large.
• Training. The senior pastor must have a formal seminary education, having achieved a Master of Theology or above.

III. Specific Senior Pastor Duties

Preaching/Teaching Responsibilities

• To preach expositional messages covering all the counsel of God, so that the church members are fed a balanced spiritual diet.
• To challenge believers in relevant and practical ways toward obedience and submission to the Lord.
• To present the gospel so that the unsaved will understand, giving regular opportunity for the lost to respond in faith.
• To schedule time for regular study, which includes the following:
  • Disciplined Bible study.
  • Reading of Christian resources beneficial to a mature, alert and balanced ministry.
  • Sermon preparation.
  • To select qualified substitutes to fill the pulpit when absent.

Administrative Duties

• To supervise the church staff.
• To oversee the pastoral and church staff in order to meet the church’s needs and implement the church’s stated vision and values.
• To encourage the pastoral staff in the development and exercise of their spiritual gifts and talents in their areas of ministry.
• To give direction and support to the ministry team, keeping every ministry focused on the church’s visions and values.
• To assist the Official Board.
• To serve on the Board of Elders as a voting member.
• To assist the Chairman of the Board of Elders in the planning of official board and elder board meetings.
• To interact with the Board of Deacons regarding matters relevant to their responsibilities.
• To serve as an ex officio member of all other church related committees.

Pastoral Responsibilities

• To direct, lead and work cooperatively with the pastoral staff and the Board of Elders in pastoral duties.
• To oversee official church functions such as weddings, funerals and church ordinances (baptism and the Lord’s Supper).
• To oversee the provision of pastoral care for the church, including home and hospital visitation, pastoral counseling and crisis intervention.
• To promote the ministry of Scofield Memorial Church in the larger community of Dallas, Texas and throughout the world.
• To be an active member of the overall ministry of Scofield Memorial Church, along with his family.

IV. Employment Package Information

• The Senior Pastor of Scofield Memorial Church will benefit from a salary package recommended by the Executive Committee of the Official Board and approved by the entire Board of Deacons.

Permission by Matthew St. John.

Senior Pastor of WheatField Neighborhood Church

500 in Worship

Preamble

The local church staff must always be viewed of as a team, with the whole ministry of the church in view. As such, the person serving in the described position will at all times see himself as a minister to the entire congregation of the church. Notwithstanding this though, staff members do have different areas of responsibility, and it is prudent to recognize and define these areas of responsibility. As such, the purpose of this Working Agreement is to provide a focus for the position of Senior Pastor, but it is not meant to limit the scope of responsibility and action to only that which is written herein.

Qualifications

1. A passion for God and evidence of a growing relationship with Christ.
2. Evidence of the character qualities for church leaders as described in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1.
3. A love for people of all ages and a clear sense of calling to vocational pastoral ministry.

Responsibilities of the Senior Pastor

1. Be directly accountable to the Board of Elders in a manner that is not in conflict with his relationship to the District and National offices of the C&MA as specified in the Manual of the Christian and Missionary Alliance.
2. Have oversight of the church in a manner consistent with the instructions and guidelines of the Manual of the Christian and Missionary Alliance and with the church’s purpose as defined in the local church bylaws.
3. Provide leadership, vision, and support to help assist in equipping the church to effectively carry out its ongoing ministry.
4. Have direct oversight of additional pastoral and office staff and assist them as needed in the carrying out of their responsibilities.
5. Ensure the planning of public services, including scheduling guest speakers, groups, and events, etc.
6. Prepare and preach biblically-based, life-applicable messages on a weekly basis, as well as carry out other teaching/preaching responsibilities as mutually agreed upon by the Board of Elders and himself.
7. In cooperation with the elders, be available to members and adherents of the church for spiritual leadership and pastoral care. This would include, but not be limited to: hospital and home visitation; offering biblical guidance; pre-marital instruction; conducting marriages, funerals and baptisms.
8. Participate in other ministry opportunities outside of the local church upon mutual agreement with the Board of Elders. This would include both C&MA and non-C&MA ministries.
9. Pursue avenues of equipping for continued personal and professional development.

Responsibilities of the Church

1. Provision of a working environment suitable to the carrying out of the assigned responsibilities which shall include a furnished office in the church building and availability to the services of the church office secretary.
2. Provision of an annual Pastoral Ministry Evaluation to be administered by the Board of Elders.
3. Salary and other compensation provided at a rate to be determined by the Administrative Board on an annual basis and as approved in the Annual Financial Plan at the Annual Meeting of the Membership.
4. A parsonage including utilities (excluding personal telephone line and cable television) at no cost.
5. Reimbursement for ministry related travel at the annual IRS specified amount.
6. Reimbursement for out of pocket ministry related expenses.
7. Provision for attendance at General Council, District and Prayer Conference, Pastor’s/Spouses Retreat, and any required District training events.
8. Provision for attendance at seminars and conferences that have been provided for through the “Continuing Education” allowance portion of the Annual Financial Plan.
9. Provision for purchase of ministry related books, magazines, journals and subscriptions that have been provided for through the “Book” allowance portion of the Annual Financial Plan.
10. Paid vacation time in accordance with the guidelines established by the District Office.
    • From one (1) to five (5) years of C&MA service — two (2) weeks
    • From six (6) to fifteen (15) years of C&MA service — three (3) weeks
    • From sixteen (16) to twenty-five (25) years of C&MA service — four (4) weeks
    • From twenty-six (26) years to retirement — five (5) weeks

11. Provision of two (2) additional Sundays off per year: one in the fall and one in the winter/spring. These shall not be combined with vacation time to allow for “extended” vacations. These shall not be accumulated.

Revising the Working Agreement

This working agreement will be subject to review at a minimum of once annually and any proposed modifications are required to be approved by the Board of Elders through a majority vote of all elected elders. Proposed changes must be with the agreement of the Senior Pastor. In the event that an agreement cannot be reached, the District Superintendent will be asked to mediate.

Permission by Mark Patterson.

Purpose

The purpose of the Senior Pastor is to cast vision for the church and staff, preach the Gospel message powerfully toward life change, teach biblical Truth, and counsel those in our church family toward greater God First living.

Vision

• Responsible for meeting at least monthly with pastoral team. The Senior Pastor uses this time for intentional leading and coaching the pastors toward the vision set forth annually. Quantifiable goals are utilized in pursuit of real growth.
• The Senior Pastor is responsible to oversee and lead Trinity’s annual Vision Casting Night. Vision casting night is Trinity’s annual business meeting and presentation of each ministry’s direction for the coming year.
• Responsible for initiating the annual vision process (as described in Trinity’s Vision/Goals Cycle) and involving the senior staff, elders, ministry staff, and volunteer leaders in this process.
• He is expected to take a week away in the spring/early summer to dedicate time, prayer, and study toward discerning God’s direction for the coming year. These results will be summarized in writing and presented to the elders and senior staff in a timely fashion for the purpose of generating enthusiasm in pursuit of a common direction.
• Reports to: Elders.
• Hours: 45 to 48 per week.

Preaching

• Collaboration with worship is a value. Meet monthly with Worship Pastor to collaborate upcoming Sunday services. Meet four times a year with worship planning team for collaborative series planning. Six weeks prior to special series, meet with worship pastor to brainstorm what needs to happen.
• Preaching should support the established vision and goals. A preaching rotation schedule is encouraged to facilitate leadership development.
• Reports to: Ministry Staff.

Counseling

• Reactive (able to “respond”) – 5 hrs/week (Urgent or pressing needs),
• Proactive (able to “seek out”) – 5 hrs/week (Engaged Couples group, troubles on the horizon).
• Reports to: Chair of Elder Board.

Additional Responsibilities Include:

Teaching

• Invest 4-8 weeks/year in classroom teaching.
• One to two 4-week classes per year.
• Outside speaking.
• Should seek outside opportunities (conferences, workshops).
• Lead the Discovering Trinity Workshop/Small Group: One in Fall and one in Spring.
• Co-leading this group with elders/lay leaders is encouraged.
• Reports to: Executive Pastor.

Mentor Current Elders

• Focus on developing current elders.
• Monthly meeting with Elder board with focus on personal growth.
• Monthly meeting with Elder board with focus on church business.
• Reports to: Chair of Elder Board.

Personal Development

• Attend relevant conferences/workshops for the benefit of personal and professional growth. 1/yr.
• Accountability for prayer life/spiritual health.
• Planning Leave: one week (June/July).
• Reports to: Chair of Elder Board.

Purpose Teams

Eventually, the Executive Pastor will oversee all ministries of the church. Until this transition is complete, the Executive Pastor will provide direct oversight to the Maturity, Community, and Ministry Teams. The Senior Pastor will maintain his oversight of Evangelism/Missions and the Support Teams (presently Finance and Operations). Decisions that impact the day-to-day running of the church or the other ministries of the church will be discussed with the Executive Pastor in advance. This process will be evaluated by the Elders and Executive Pastor every six months.

• The overseeing pastor of a purpose team is responsible to regularly attend team meetings, meet at least monthly with the chairperson of that team, be available as a resource to keep the team focused, encouraged and accountable. The overseeing pastor is also intently focused on shepherding his team toward the successful implementation of their stated goals and vision.
• Understanding that the Executive Pastor is responsible for ministry oversight, the Senior Pastor will clearly communicate with the XP the issues, progress and needs of his respective ministry/purpose teams. Together, they will decide if the proposed plans are consistent with the established goals of the church. The Executive Pastor may delegate and assign projects as needed.
  Reports to: Executive Pastor.

Staff Management

• The Senior Pastor is available for the spiritual guidance and support of TBC staff.
• Staff management and staff decisions are directed to the Executive Pastor as the “manager” who may delegate and assign projects as needed.
• Connection with the staff team is essential and opportunities for intentional engagement are expected.
• The Senior Pastor is expected to participate in staff devotions and staff meetings. Providing access through regular office hours is expected.
• The Elders, in conjunction with the Senior Pastor, will evaluate the Executive Pastor semi-annually.
• Reports to: Executive Pastor.

The Elders, in conjunction with the Executive Pastor, will evaluate the Teaching Pastor semi-annually. The Ministry Staff will participate in annual evaluations of the Senior Pastor according to the stated goals.

Permission by Don Hay.