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Senior Pastor/Head of Staff

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Long Creek, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 day ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/4/2026

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What they do

A Religious Leader or Professional leads religious services and provides spiritual guidance or counseling. Presents knowledge and interpretation of theological texts. May work in a non-denominational setting like a prison or hospital, or work for specific faith-based congregation or denomination and follow the practices of that faith.

$58,969 / year median in Illinois

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

The Role:

Full-time Senior Pastor who will lead in spiritual direction and hold the responsibility as Head of Staff for our church. This individual will continue to develop Christian leadership and drive spiritual growth within our church community.

Educational Requirement:

Candidates should have completed a Master's degree from an accredited theological seminary in Biblical or Theological studies.

Ordination Requirement:

Candidates must hold their ordination in ECO or be received as an affiliate pastor by the Presbytery of the Harvest.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Spiritual Leadership Oversee and enhance the spiritual health and maturity of Lampstand Church. Nurture the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of the congregation. Preach the Word of God through interpretation of scripture and exhortation. Plan and coordinate church services with worship and technology teams. Lead weekly Bible Study using the Old and New Testaments. Administer the sacraments, confirmations, weddings, and funerals. Provide mentorship for the leadership team and shepherd God s people with love and compassion. Advocate for, support, and serve the Lost Bridge Great Banquet. Administration & Oversight Serve as

Head of Staff:

providing direction, support, and encouragement to personnel. Mentor and support committees within the church and appoint chairpersons. Provide counseling and crisis intervention for members of the congregation. Oversee hospital, nursing home, and shut-in visitations. Be instrumental in outreach to church visitors and community fellowship opportunities. Moderate Session and Congregational meetings. Support existing ministries and assist leadership in setting a vision. Steward finances in alignment with the budget and facilitate capital campaigns.

CORE STRENGTHS

Fully understand, support, and teach scripture-based doctrine to a congregation that craves deep biblical understanding. Willing to pray, serve, and provide spiritual leadership. Strong gifting in biblical teaching. Supports the study and use of all spiritual gifts. Strong interpersonal skills.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS

Strong leadership and leader development. Strong biblical teacher with a life application focus. Energetic, empowering, and people-oriented. Experience in multi-staff ministry.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Total compensation package includes: Annual Salary & Housing Allowance Pension (10% of gross effective salary) and social security offset Medical and Term Life/Disability Insurance Auto/mileage expense allowances ($2,500 vouchered) Study Leave and professional development expense allowances Annual Vacation and Study Leave

TO APPLY

Please submit a Statement of Faith, Resume, and a link to online sermons to: lampstandpnc3@gmail.com.