Job Overview

Zion Bethel Church

"Caring for people, Concerned for families, Centered on Christ"

415 S. Third Street, Monticello, IN 47960

SENIOR PASTOR SEARCH

Zion Bethel Church is a well-established church with a pastor who has faithfully served and shepherd our congregation for over 40 years. He has announced that he will be stepping down from that position by the end of 2026. The elders are searching for an individual who is spiritually mature, loves the Lord, and possesses a passion for the church and its spiritual growth. The right candidate will work alongside our current senior pastor during a transitionary period and then will take over completely in that role. We are seeking a leader, teacher, disciple, and communicator who can assist in equipping the church in a growing relationship with Christ.

About Us

Zion Bethel Church is located in a community of about 5,000 people in northwestern Indiana about 1 ½ hours from Indianapolis and 2 hours from Chicago. We have about 200 regular attendees. Monticello is the county seat, it has two large recreational lakes (Freeman & Shafer), several mid-sized manufacturers and is surrounded by a large farming area. Our church is located near an elementary, middle, and high school.

Our church was established over 125 years ago as a self-governed independent Bible based church that holds the Word of God as the guide and authority for the church and this continues today. We have a passion that our youth and adults are committed to Christ and growing in their faith as disciples of Christ.

Title: Senior Pastor

Supervisor: Current Senior Pastor

General Job Description

The Senior Pastor is one who is gifted and is called to church ministry, loves people, and has a passion for evangelism, outreach, and missions both personally and at the ministry level within a multi-generational congregation setting. He has a passion for the Word of God and desire to proclaim the Word of God with conviction and confidence always moving the congregation towards spiritual growth. He is missions-minded and will lead the congregation to serve both locally and globally. The Senior Pastor is one who casts a vision for the ministries under his direction. He lives out the Great Commission by sharing the gospel boldly from the pulpit, by being in the community, and through one-on-one relationships.

Detailed Job Description

The following defines some specific functions performed by the Senior Pastor:

• Exhibit evidence of Christian character and servant leadership as stated in 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9, and 1 Peter 5:1-4 in work environment as well as in home/family setting.
• Give evidence of a spiritually balanced life (prayer, Bible study, rest, worship, financial stewardship).
• Doctrinally aligned with Zion Bethel's Statement of Faith, doctrinal positions, mission, and core values.
• Give evidence of a strong work ethic and personal integrity Education & Skills.
• Engaging experienced teacher/presenter who can bring practical life application to the scriptures.
• Demonstrate knowledge and ability to guide a seeker to become a disciple of Jesus.
• Knowledge and ability to use the Bible to guide a new disciple to ongoing spiritual maturity.
• Support the Senior Pastor in the overall vision casting and leadership of the church's teaching.
• Work with the current Senior Pastor to ensure church services, group meetings, activities, and events are planned and executed.
• Have organizational and communication skills to effectively prepare and preach weekly sermons.
• Possesses personality, temperament, and interpersonal skills to relate and serve effectively within a multi-generational congregation setting.
• Able to recruit, teach, train, spiritually support and effectively supervise volunteers for adult small groups and youth and adult ministries within the church.
• Serve as a primary contact for visitors. Greet attendees and be available for questions or prayer. Keep track of attendance and coordinate follow-up contact with new guests, and members who have not attended church for a couple of weeks.
• Know and build relationships with the congregation by showing intense interest in them. This will include getting to know personal and family stories of the active members of the church. Visit members in the hospital, care facilities, and homes. Tends to the spiritual needs of the congregation as one who will give an account to God.
• Responsible for new member orientation class.
• Conduct funerals and weddings when called upon.
• Provide pastoral care to our members and those seeking help. Assist in our Biblical counseling program.
• Assist in leadership of our Life Groups and provide guidance and oversight for adult and small group teachers and leaders.
• Teach Small Group or Sunday School classes as needed.
• Provide staff oversight for the pastors/directors responsible for Children and Student Ministries.
• Be a spiritual leader to the staff that encourages, challenges, and holds them accountable to their walk with God both at an individual and group level.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher preferably from a Christian college or seminary that is aligned with evangelical doctrine, with an emphasis in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, Discipleship, Education or Church Leadership.
• Minimum of three years of pastoral experience as an Associate, Youth or Senior Pastor.

Hours & Benefits

The Senior Pastor will be classified as a full-time, exempt employee. Salary will be based on experience and education. The benefits offered will be consistent with the current policy for insurance, paid time off (PTO) and holidays. This is a minimum 40 hour per week position.

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter and resume to:

Lee Hargitt, [email protected]

For those interested, please provide the following:

• Resume with at least 3 references. 2 Former Employer references. 2 former congregant/church member references.
• Sermon audio/video if available

Job Description

Title: Senior Pastor

Supervisor: Current Senior Pastor

General Job Description

The Senior Pastor is one who is gifted and is called to church ministry, loves people, and has a passion for evangelism, outreach, and missions both personally and at the ministry level within a multi-generational congregation setting. He has a passion for the Word of God and desire to proclaim the Word of God with conviction and confidence always moving the congregation towards spiritual growth. He is missions-minded and will lead the congregation to serve both locally and globally. The Senior Pastor is one who casts a vision for the ministries under his direction. He lives out the Great Commission by sharing the gospel boldly from the pulpit, by being in the community, and through one-on-one relationships.

Detailed Job Description

The following defines some specific functions performed by the Senior Pastor:

• Exhibit evidence of Christian character and servant leadership as stated in 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9, and 1 Peter 5:1-4 in work environment as well as in home/family setting.
• Give evidence of a spiritually balanced life (prayer, Bible study, rest, worship, financial stewardship).
• Doctrinally aligned with Zion Bethel's Statement of Faith, doctrinal positions, mission, and core values.
• Give evidence of a strong work ethic and personal integrity Education & Skills.
• Engaging experienced teacher/presenter who can bring practical life application to the scriptures.
• Demonstrate knowledge and ability to guide a seeker to become a disciple of Jesus.
• Knowledge and ability to use the Bible to guide a new disciple to ongoing spiritual maturity.
• Support the Senior Pastor in the overall vision casting and leadership of the church's teaching.
• Work with the current Senior Pastor to ensure church services, group meetings, activities, and events are planned and executed.
• Have organizational and communication skills to effectively prepare and preach weekly sermons.
• Possesses personality, temperament, and interpersonal skills to relate and serve effectively within a multi-generational congregation setting.
• Able to recruit, teach, train, spiritually support and effectively supervise volunteers for adult small groups and youth and adult ministries within the church.
• Serve as a primary contact for visitors. Greet attendees and be available for questions or prayer. Keep track of attendance and coordinate follow-up contact with new guests, and members who have not attended church for a couple of weeks.
• Know and build relationships with the congregation by showing intense interest in them. This will include getting to know personal and family stories of the active members of the church. Visit members in the hospital, care facilities, and homes. Tends to the spiritual needs of the congregation as one who will give an account to God.
• Responsible for new member orientation class.
• Conduct funerals and weddings when called upon.
• Provide pastoral care to our members and those seeking help. Assist in our Biblical counseling program.
• Assist in leadership of our Life Groups and provide guidance and oversight for adult and small group teachers and leaders.
• Teach Small Group or Sunday School classes as needed.
• Provide staff oversight for the pastors/directors responsible for Children and Student Ministries.
• Be a spiritual leader to the staff that encourages, challenges, and holds them accountable to their walk with God both at an individual and group level.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher preferably from a Christian college or seminary that is aligned with evangelical doctrine, with an emphasis in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, Discipleship, Education or Church Leadership.
• Minimum of three years of pastoral experience as an Associate, Youth or Senior Pastor.

Hours & Benefits

The Senior Pastor will be classified as a full-time, exempt employee. Salary will be based on experience and education. The benefits offered will be consistent with the current policy for insurance, paid time off (PTO) and holidays. This is a minimum 40 hour per week position.