Lead Pastor

Lead Pastor Job Description

Organization: Bear Valley Church - Big Bear

Location: Big Bear Lake, CA

Website: bvcbigbear.org

About Us

Are you a passionate pursuer of the truth of Christ? Are you a proponent and cultivator of biblical-discipleship? Are you a nature enthusiast and small town enjoyer? Bear Valley Church (BVC), nestled in the small, resort town of Big Bear Lake, CA, is a growing church in need of a man who understands the best way to shepherd a church is to be in alignment with the Bible.

BVC desires a man who can rightly handle God’s word and reveal its application to the lives of the flock.

We are looking for a man to continue building upon the biblical foundation that has been laid over the past several years.

We have a healthy assortment of family members at BVC with an emphasis on our Middle age families and younger. We are blessed to have a growing Next Gen Ministry with much thanks to the in‑house commitment to, “Be fruitful and multiply”.

BVC exists to Model Christ’s likeness, Engage others, and Cultivate lives of godliness.

The Senior Pastor’s central responsibilities revolve around preaching the gospel and caring for this flock's overall spiritual well‑being (2 Timothy 2:15. 1 Peter 5:1-5, Hebrews 13:17).

• Deliver Biblically accurate and aligned sermons for the main worship service each week.
• In conjunction with the Elder Board, ensure the overall teaching of BVC, in all ministries, align with Christ and His word.
• Continue to develop and cultivate theological understanding and unity of the Elder Board and staff.

• Act as the primary visionary of BVC, and work with the Elder Board to cultivate, articulate, and activate (Implement) BVC's vision.
• Ultimately responsible for managing and leading staff, employed and volunteer.
• Continue to Identify spiritual leaders, Edify them, with the intent to Testify of Christ and Multiply His likeness.

• Oversee the pastoral care ministry of the church in conjunction with the pastoral and elder team. Including baptisms, weddings, funerals, and hospital visitations.
• In conjunction with the pastoral and elder team, administer the ordinances (communion, baptism, etc.).
• Manage the day‑to‑day business of the church.

• Follower of Jesus Christ for more than 10 years.
• Exemplifies the qualifications of an elder as prescribed in the Bible.
• Degree in biblical studies.
• 5 of more years of full‑time vocational ministry experience
• Skilled in financial oversight and best practices with a church context.
• Skilled in cultivating and collaborating with both paid staff and volunteer

• Follower of Jesus Christ for more than 20 years.
• Advanced degree in biblical studies.
• 10 years or more of full‑time vocational ministry experience.
• Lead Pastor ministry experience.
• Ministry experience in California or a similar context.

• A competitive compensation package based upon qualifications and experience. (e.g. possible use of the parsonage, health care benefits, retirement, etc.)