Senior Pastor

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 [email protected]

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,200.00 per year

Work Location: In person