Lead Pastor

Lead Pastor – Church of the Cross (Fort Myers, FL)

The Church of the Cross is a non‑denominational, Christ‑centered, Bible‑based church located on Daniel’s Parkway in Fort Myers, FL. We serve an average of 75–120 worshipers per weekend, with a strong emphasis on discipleship, outreach, and community service. Our 8.5 acre campus is debt free and features a worship center, chapel, thrift store, and community center.

• Preach the Word of God, make disciples, and equip the saints for ministry.
• Lead the worship, teaching, and pastoral staff with character, integrity, and a love for Jesus and others.
• Serve as the shepherd, preacher, and relational leader of the congregation.
• Maintain a strong walk with Christ and a clear calling to pastoral ministry.

• Between 35 and 60 years of age.
• Bachelor’s degree required;
  Master’s or higher is a plus.
• 5 to 10 years of experience as a Lead Pastor in a growing church.
• Strong biblical knowledge, application to everyday life, spiritual nourishment, humor, and real‑life illustrations in sermons.
• Shepherd, preacher, teacher, relational, creative visionary gifts and strengths.

• Strong biblical references and knowledge.
• Application to everyday life and spiritual nourishment.
• Humor and personal or real‑life illustrations.

We offer a competitive salary, a generous benefits package, a debt‑free campus, and a supportive community that values faith, service, and growth.

To apply, please review the job description and our church website. Submit your resume along with answers to the following questions: