Position Description

1. Serve as a Visionary Leader

As we consider the future, we believe that God is calling someone here to be a visionary leader, someone who sees beyond who we are now to who we can become, through the power of Christ at work in us. We are prayerfully looking for a Pastor who can: 

• With discernment and by the leading of the Holy Spirit, help us develop a clear ministry vision for both the near and the distant future. 
• See the end goal and initiate steps and means to get there.
• Bring the vision to life through clear communication with the leadership and congregation. 
• Continue building up our ministry team by engaging with and developing our ministry leaders and their teams, helping them grow in God's calling and gifting in their lives.
• Empower the congregation to go out and implement the vision.
• Encourage a culture of growth and future thinking.

2. Serve as a Spiritual & Theological Leader

The spiritual health of our congregation is of highest importance. We are looking for a Pastor who senses a strong calling to Pastoral Ministry, has a heart for shepherding God's people, and leads by example. As a spiritual and theological leader, you will:

• Preach and teach the Word of God as the primary pulpit communicator.
• Ensure teaching/preaching aligns with the values, vision and Statement of Faith of FBC.
• Set an example by investing in personal spiritual growth and renewal through established spiritual practices.
• Spend intentional time in prayer and listening for the voice of God to discern direction for the church.
• Lead in shepherding and caring for the spiritual well being of church members.

Qualifications:

Recognizing that no one person will excel in every area, we are trusting God has prepared someone with the following qualifications: 

• A born again, passionate follower of Christ, who exhibits a love for God born out of close relationship with Him.
• A person of integrity who meets the biblical requirements of character for leadership and reflects a devotion and obedience to God.
• Well developed habits of spiritual discipline, commitment to prayer, a lover of God's Word and a joyful worshipper.
• A minimum of 5-7 years pastoral experience, with demonstrated leadership/visionary skills.
• A diploma or degree in biblical studies or theology from an accredited post-secondary institution.
• Alignment with our Statement of Faith, and credentialed with CBOQ or willing to acquire accreditation.
• Willing to relocated to Tillsonburg.

Our Investment to You:

We value you and your family in your calling to ministry. Here are some of the ways we'd like to invest in you and your family, for your spiritual, professional and personal growth, as well as to help you maintain a healthy balance between ministry and life.

• A commitment from us to pray for you, encourage you, support you, take to heart your teaching, and trust your leadership.
• A commitment from us to pray for, encourage, support and love your family.
• A full time competitive salary.
• Health benefits and pension.
• Vacation time and sick days.
• Professional and personal development through continuing education, conferences, mentorship, courses, etc.
• Sabbatical program.
• Ministry tools, book allowance, etc.

Find the full job description on our website: https://www.fbctillsonburg.com/pastor-job