POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Board of Directors, this full-time position directs the growth and development of New Hope Church as a Christ-centered, Bible-based, congregational-led, nondenominational church. New Hope is seeker-sensitive in line with the Purpose Driven Church principles.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year College or university or equivalent, e.g., successful completion of Bible College. Master of Divinity, or alternative (such as Theology) is preferred or a goal to obtain within five years. Ordination is required.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:
1. To have a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ.
2. Spiritually accountable and relationally mature.
3. A Godly character that no reproach may come through him/her upon the Body of Christ.
4. Demonstrates the ability to preach, teach biblical truths in a manner relevant to today’s culture - seekers will be drawn to accept Christ and believers will be encouraged to deepen their faith.
5. Must be able to communicate a personal vision for the Church of today.
6. Demonstrate the ability to facilitate, motivate, and lead teams.
7. Demonstrate the ability to resolve conflict appropriately.
8. Demonstrate the ability to encourage, motivate and support the congregation towards a deeper relationship with Christ.
9. Demonstrate effective level of oral and written communication skills.
10. An understanding and appreciation for the total Church ministry, leadership development, team building, shepherding, organizational management, discipleship and interpersonal relationships as defined by the Purpose Driven philosophy.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The position of Senior Pastor requires great flexibility for work, including evenings and weekends. The pastor should be available/accessible to members of the congregation and staff, and for communication with members of the Church leadership. For example, use voice mail/email and return communication as soon as possible. Notify the congregation of days off (to honor the Senior Pastor’s time off and provide an alternative method of meeting the congregation’s needs).
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: (detailed job description available upon request)
1. Presents Biblical content and application for directing pastoral care ministries and outreach ministries of the church (message delivery and teaching).
2. Provides overall vision and leadership to all staff and volunteers working with the church.
3.Attend workshops and personal growth conferences to stay informed on new and effective ways to implement Purpose Driven philosophy.
ACCOUNTABILITY:
The Board of Directors will supervise the work of the Senior Pastor.
An accountability coach is required.
OTHER SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:
Experience: Minimal of 3 years as senior pastor for congregation of 200.
US Work Authorization is required.
Must be able to speak English fluently.
New Hope is a Christ-centered, Bible-based, purpose-driven, nondenominational church that is congregation led. We strive to Love God, Love One Another, and DO STUFF. With God’s help we strive to learn, practice, and live this every day.
We have two services with a combined average attendance of 200 each Sunday. Our services are enriched by our contemporary Praise Team. Our staff consists of a Senior Pastor, Associate Pastor (open), Worship Leader, Digital Director, Media Specialist, Children and Youth Ministry Director, Office Manager and Custodian.
The governing body consists of a Board of Directors who oversees church business, property management, ministry/mission of the church. A Pastor’s Cabinet exists to provide guidance for the spiritual management and upholding of values of the church.
Young families are very important to us, so we provide a nursery at both services. Our second service also supports an interactive preschool, elementary and middle school children ministry. Our youth attend event focused meetings during the summer and weekly fellowship during the school year. We also place a high value on small groups that meet weekly. We have Women and Men’s fellowship groups, Young Adult Ministry, and many other small groups.
Our Church’s Ministry also includes an outreach to our own church family and local families in need through our year-round “Pop-Up-Pantry” which provides a monthly free food distribution to those in need. Our “Church in Action” ministry includes outreach locally, regionally, and nationally through joint efforts with the Salvation Army, Samaritan’s Purse and other mission organizations. New Hope also supports children and missions throughout the world with Operation Christmas Child, Compassion International and Engage Africa.
We have several seasonal missions and activities to share God’s love that include Vacation Bible School, Operation Backpack (helping children with school supplies), and Bountiful Harvest (providing several hundred Thanksgiving food baskets to the needy in our four-county area).
Fortunately, our church resides in the beautiful northeastern Michigan area with many fresh water beaches on Lake Huron and thousands of acres of national forests to explore.