Job Overview

Qualifications:

• Christian walk: A passionate follower of Jesus Christ with a clear testimony of faith. He should have a consistent spiritual and moral character, fulfilling the biblical leadership qualifications of an elder described in I Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9.
• Education: At least a MDiv or ThM from a seminary is preferred, but other good Bible training programs with appropriate experience may suffice.
• Ordination: Properly ordained, or willing to seek ordination.
• Doctrinal Convictions: Agreement with the HBC doctrinal statement and extending grace in areas in which Bible-believing Christians disagree.
• Preaching: An effective communicator, committed to systematic, expository preaching with a focus on application and obedience.
• Visionary Leadership: A man of vision who plans, delegates and empowers ministry team leadership. He should lead proactively in keeping the church effective and healthy and not simply maintain programs or function reactively.
• Shepherd: Has the desire to lead with a loving heart. He is gentle, respectful, and warm.
• Approach to people: His approach should be as a coach, not a prophet (‘I know God’s will so it’s my way or the highway.’) or an assistant (‘I’m just here to help everyone do what they feel called to do’). He must enjoy working with people.
• Commitment to evangelism & discipleship: A history of participation in, and oversight of, effective outreach. A record of discipling and small group ministry.
• Spiritual Gifts: He knows his spiritual gift(s) and uses it in his ministry. He has a track record of encouraging and developing the use of spiritual gifts in the church.
• Experience – We would like to see several years of successful pastoral ministry experience. (This may be as a senior, assistant or associate pastor.).
• DISC: Dominant or Influencer on the DISC test (HBC will provide a test from theministrymatch.com).
• Teams: A history of working through others in teams
• Growth: A record of spiritual and numerical growth in the church
• Conflict Resolution: Demonstrated conflict resolution skills
• A self-starter
• Longevity: Potential or desire to remain in a long-term ministry at HBC

Job Description

Major Responsibilities

• Preaching & Service Planning
  • The Pastor will be the primary preacher/teacher at HBC. In his absence or at his discretion he will see the pulpit is filled with other qualified preachers.
  • His sermon preparation includes regular Bible study and diligent prayer.
  • He works closely with the worship leader to develop inspirational worship experiences that is authentic and acknowledges God’s supreme worth.
  • He assures that the church ordinances are regularly observed.

• Leadership Development
  • The Pastor leads and supervises the church staff and volunteer ministry leaders. He provides encouragement and coaching to help ministry leaders develop their ministries.
  • He evaluates each staff member and volunteer ministry leader at least once per year and provides them with meaningful feedback that will help them improve their ministry performance. He provides a summary of his evaluation of staff members to the Deacon Board.

• Congregational Direction & Care
  • The Pastor provides general pastoral care and nurtures the congregation.
  • He gives counsel and encouragement to church attenders and community residents who seek his spiritual guidance, including premarital, marital, and general counseling.
  • He officiates at weddings, funerals, and baby dedications.
  • He regularly communicates church direction with the congregation.
  • He administers church discipline (as per HBC Constitution).
• Strategic Planning
• • The Pastor collaborates with the Deacon Board to provide overall vision and leadership to HBC.
  • He collaborates with the Deacon Board to maintain and develop the spiritual health of HBC and its people.
  • He works with the church boards, staff and volunteers to develop and implement ministry objectives.

• Accountability
  • The Pastor keeps the Deacon Board informed about his ministry.
  • His ministry will be evaluated annually by the Deacon Board in writing. Each year in preparation for his annual evaluation, he will provide a written self-evaluation of his ministry.

• Polity: HBC is presently evaluating the possibility of adopting “Elder-led congregationalism.”