Job Overview
Leptondale Bible Church of Newburgh New York is seeking an Ordained Minister to serve as a full-time Pastor for our congregation.
Job Description
Principal Pastoral Duties: Preaching and teaching the Word of God at regular church services. Provide a balanced and healthy spiritual diet by feeding God's people with the truth of His Word. A Pastor with strong Leadership skills. A skilled counselor to assist with personal and spiritual problems. Provide a spiritual vision in Sunday School, Bible Study, Prayer Meeting, Evangelism and Community Outreach. Design and implement plans to educate and involve new members in ministries of the church. Serve as a spiritual leader, instructor, and mentor to the Elders, Deacons and staff. Meet regularly with ministry leaders who plan and organize ministries and activities. Officiates weddings, funerals and baby dedications. Conduct Communion and Baptism services as appropriate.
Qualifications:
Clear understanding and full agreement with Leptondale Bible Church's by-laws, doctrinal statement and the elder position papers.
Abilities in management and supervision
Ability to communicate effectively God's Word with textual Scripture
Must have a clear vision for the future of the church and its programs
Develop relationships within the congregation that promote compassion and love
Demonstrate community involvement
Ability to handle conflict and resolution
Biblical knowledge and belief in prayer
Required Qualifications:
Demonstrated deep personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior
Preferred Professional Qualifications:
Minimum of 5 years of experience as pastor
Master of Divinity Degree or equivalent as a minimum from an evangelical seminary Experienced in full-time pastoral ministry in a local church. Masters can be waived for appropriate experience.