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.

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