Bi-Vocational Senior Pastor – First Church, Circleville

BI-VOCATIONAL SENIOR PASTOR – FIRST CHURCH, CIRCLEVILLEPurpose of Position

The Pastor demonstrates strong faith, is humble and transparent, and models dependence upon God. He/she works collaboratively with other ministry leaders to develop and boldly cast mission, vision, and values. The Pastor motivates and inspires others to be followers of Jesus; is an effective communicator through relevant and practical teaching/preaching and has a solid biblical theological understanding. Must love people, care for the lost, and take interest in the community.

First Church of God, Circleville is a small congregation, diverse in age located in a rural community.

• Must have accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior with a continually growing relationship with Christ.
• Ordained minister in good standing within the First Church of God.
• Strong knowledge of the Holy Bible and the teachings of Christ.
• Excellent public speaking and writing skills and the ability to communicate effectively and engaging the congregation.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and inspire a congregation.
• Strong sense of mission and divine calling and compassion and understanding with strong counseling skills.

• Preparing and delivering Christ-centered, Bible-based Church of God doctrine sermons for Sunday morning service, Sunday evening bible study.
• Participate and support in Sunday morning Adult Sunday School and helping to lead Wednesday evening prayer circle.
• Leading in the observance of religious services such as communion, foot washing, adult baptism, infant dedication, weddings and funerals.
• Offering spiritual and moral guidance and leadership to church members.
• Promote and foster a sense of community within the congregation.
• Welcoming new visitors.
• A familiarity with church and community grows; conduct counseling, visit and pray with sick and bereaved members of the congregation. Including those who may be in hospitals, rehabs, nursing homes, and residences.
• Offer support and prayer for comfort and spiritual care. Including pastoral care to the congregation and their families.
• Conducting community outreach efforts and networking to the wider community and encouraging congregation to support and participate in such efforts.
• Organizing and leading regular meetings for church committees and ministries.
• Participates as Ex-officio of the Board of Elders meetings, Chairman of Church Association-Anderson, and Chair of annual Church Business Meetings.
• Collaborate with church leadership to develop and implement strategic goals and initiatives toward growth.
• Guide the spiritual direction of the church, ensuring alignment with its mission, vision, and values.
• Mentor and support church staff and lay leaders in their roles.
• Willingness to perform other duties in absence of others as needed.

Resumes are required. Send to or mail to First Church of God, 1899 Kingston Pike, Circleville, OH 43113, ATTN:
Pulpit Committee.