Senior Pastor

Senior Pastor Owosso, MI 48867 $55,200 a year

• Full-time $55,200 a year

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Full-time Job Title:

Senior Pastor Reports to:

Church Elders Status:

Full-Time Location:

Grace Bible Church, Owosso, MI Position Summary:

The Senior Pastor of Grace Bible Church provides spiritual leadership to the congregation through sound biblical expository preaching, compassionate pastoral care, visionary leadership, and Christlike leadership. As a non-denominational church, we value authentic relationships, practical discipleship, Spirit-led worship, and outreach rooted in grace and truth. The Senior Pastor will guide the Church in fulfilling its mission to love God, love others, and make disciples.

Primary Responsibilities:

Preaching and Teaching

• Deliver weekly Christ-centered, Scripture-based sermons that challenge and encourage spiritual growth
• Teach and equip the Church through Bible studies, discipleship programs, or leadership development
• Ensure that all teaching and preaching aligns with the authority of Scripture and the core beliefs of the Church Vision and Leadership
• Seek God's direction and cast a clear, compelling vision for the future of the Church
• Work collaboratively with the elders and ministry leaders to develop and implement ministry goals
• Lead by example in spiritual maturity, integrity, and servant leadership Pastoral Care
• Offer pastoral counseling, prayer, and support for individuals and families in need
• Visit members in hospitals, homes, or during times of crisis
• Officiate weddings, funerals, baptisms, and other special services Staff and Ministry Oversight
• Supervise and support church staff, ministry leaders, and volunteers
• Help coordinate and oversee the various ministries of the Church
• Encourage unity, growth, and development in all areas of church life Outreach and Community Engagement
• Champion local and global missions and evangelism
• Encourage members to serve in the community and share their faith
• Represent the Church with humility and love in the broader community

Qualifications:

• A clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and a lifestyle that reflects a deep personal relationship with Him
• A firm commitment to the authority of the Bible and the centrality of the Gospel
• Demonstrated experience in pastoral leadership preferred, ideally 5+ years in a similar role
• Bachelor's degree in theology, ministry, or a related field (Master's preferred but not required)
• Strong communicator with a passion for both shepherding and equipping the Church
• Relational, humble, approachable, and accountable
• Agreement with the Church's statement of faith and values

Accountability:

Reports to and is accountable to the Board of Elders. Receives regular feedback through evaluations, prayerful check-ins, and congregational input.

Compensation:

Salary:

Commensurate with experience. Benefits may include a housing allowance, vacation, continuing education, and ministry-related expenses. A sabbatical of up to one month every three years will be provided. How to

Apply:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, personal testimony, and sample sermon (written and recorded) to gbcowosso@outlook.com

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$55,200.00 per year

Work Location:

In person