Job Description

Bethel Church in Devils Lake, North Dakota is currently seeking a Lead Pastor who will bring his unique strengths to guide Bethel into its next season of ministry. This pastor will continue to keep the church inwardly strong, but will lead them in being outwardly focused. The Lead Pastor of Bethel will provide the directional leadership for the church and work with the Elders to develop and articulate the vision, mission, values, and ministry initiatives, which in turn will guide ministry decisions and priorities regarding staffing, programming, and budgeting. 


What you’ll be doing:

  • Preaching and teaching God’s Word 
  • Providing leadership, vision, and overall direction for the church 
  • Supervising the church staff 
  • Providing Gospel Shepherding and Biblical Counseling


Skills you’ll need to have:

  • Effective communicator of Scripture
  • Passionate for gospel
  • Authentically approachable
  • A collaborative leader
  • Adjustable and adaptable


The town of Devils Lake itself is a community of around 7,500 that often swells when the fishing, hunting and other outdoor activities are at their peak. The tourism industry keeps the area vibrant. The community has a hospital, Lake Region State College, many parks, many restaurants, and more. Many area residents are very active. In the summer there is an abundance of outdoor activities, community events, and children’s programs. The Devils Lake School District provides a great education and many programs for students. Besides the offerings right in Devils Lake, most residents of Devils Lake find it easy to utilize cultural, recreational and shopping resources in Grand Forks and Fargo.


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Experience Required
5-10 years

Type
Full-time

Education Required
Master's Degree

Date Posted
1 year ago
Location
Devils Lake, North Dakota

Denomination
Evangelical Free

Church Size
200-300 people