Senior Pastor - Wagner Community Church, Wagner, SD

We are actively seeking a new pastor who will partner with our leadership board and congregation to help shape and lead us toward an exciting and purposeful future.

• Bible or Theology degree at undergraduate level or higher
• Credentialed and licensed by the C&MA or working toward it/willing to work toward it

• 3 - 5 years ministry experience as an associate or lead pastor
• A demonstrated commitment to the spiritual growth and health of the local church

• Biblical Teaching/Preaching
  • Solid, biblically based teaching and preaching
  • Doctrinally sound, including a firm belief in the inerrancy and authority of Scripture
• A heart for the lost
• Leadership & Ministry Development
  • Able to lead as well as help others develop leadership skills
  • Empowers others to lead in their own gifting and ministry areas
• Community Involvement and Teamwork
  • Have a presence in the community
  • Relates well to others in one on one, small group, and large group settings.
• Team Visionary Perspective
• Church Unity & Growth
  • Equipping the body

• Single or married
• If married, wife is willing to participate in church life. She is free to use her gifts and abilities as she believes God is leading her, whether within or outside the local church
• Be willing and adaptable to living in a small town

• Excellent relationship-building skills, coupled with a desire to engage both in the church and the community.
• Good listener
• Shepherd/Authentic Caring - willing to visit the congregation
• A genuine love for people and a commitment to collaborative work with church leaders and congregation members

Comfortable with media and media use, technical ability

• Provide testimony
• Resume (including sermon links)
• Provide other background information related to the position

To be considered for this position, please complete the application to include your testimony, resume and other background information related to the position.

If the district office has reviewed your application and they think you may be a potential match for the position, that the hiring manager will reach out to you for next steps.

This position requires licensing with The Christian & Missionary Alliance. To learn more about The Alliance and requirements for licensing, please visit our website