Gateway Church in Del Norte, Colorado, is prayerfully seeking a full-time Senior Pastor to lead and serve our growing congregation with biblical truth, Christ-like love, and Spirit-led vision. The ideal candidate will have a passion for preaching, teaching, and shepherding God's people. This man shall be grounded in Scripture, led by the Holy Spirit, and equipped to lead with humility, compassion, and clarity.

About Gateway Church:Here at Gateway Church (member SBC) our passion is "To know Christ and to make Him known". We are a Christ-centered, Bible-believing, multi-generational congregation with a deep love for God's Word and a heart for our community, located in the scenic San Luis Valley in southern Colorado. Our Sunday morning worship services average 160–180 people, and we are committed to discipleship, fellowship, prayer, and gospel outreach. Our church desires to continually grow in both local and global missions and evangelism.

Key Responsibilities:– Communicate the Word of God with conviction and clarity through weekly preaching and teaching– Provide pastoral care and spiritual leadership to individuals and families through counseling, visitation, and prayer– Foster relationships with community members and organizations, and bring the truth of the Gospel to the community – In coordination with other church leadership, lead the church in planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the activities and staff of the church. Provide mentorship of other pastoral staff. – Officiate at weddings, funerals, baptisms, and other significant ceremonies

Qualifications:– A clear and mature testimony of faith in Jesus Christ– Agreement with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000– Currently an ordained minister– Masters in Divinity, Pastoral Counseling, or similar from an accredited seminary strongly preferred– Five or more years of pastoral ministry experience, including preaching, teaching, and counseling. Senior pastor experience is strongly preferred.– Strong communication, relational, and leadership skills

Compensation:The compensation package will be commensurate with the cost of living in our community and in consideration with experience.

Why Del Norte?Del Norte is a small, close-knit town offering natural beauty, strong community ties, and a safe and inviting environment for ministry and family life. Nestled in the scenic San Luis Valley and surrounded by the San Juan Mountains, Del Norte is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, located at 7,900 feet in elevation. The area offers abundant opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, fishing, camping, hunting, and skiing at nearby Wolf Creek Ski Area. Located approximately 40 minutes from Del Norte is Alamosa, the area's largest town at 10,000 residents and home to Adams State University.

Del Norte is also closely connected to the agricultural heart of the San Luis Valley, one of Colorado's most productive farming and ranching regions. With deep roots in agriculture, the community values hard work, neighborliness, and a strong sense of stewardship—offering a rich and grounded setting for ministry.

To Apply:Please submit the following to: [email protected]:– Cover letter– Resume– Statement of faith– Sermon videos or links to recent sermons (if available)

We are praying for the servant-leader God is calling to shepherd Gateway Church in this new season. If you sense that call, we would love to hear from you!