Senior Pastor - Bark River Bible Church; Bark River, MI

Senior Pastor - Bark River Bible Church (Bark River, MI)

Bark River, United States | Posted on 09/23/2026

• Industry Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
• City Bark River
• Country United States

Bark River Bible Church (Bark River, MI) – Senior Pastor

The Big Picture

Bark River Bible Church (  ) is seeking a full-time Senior Pastor to shepherd a multi-generational congregation averaging just over 200 in weekly attendance. The Senior Pastor’s responsibilities include preaching, teaching, discipleship, and pastoral care (counseling, visitation, funerals, weddings, etc.).

Job Profile

Full time

Deliver biblically sound, gospel-focused sermons that challenge, equip, and encourage the local body in their walk with Christ

Lead by example in spiritual disciplines and model Christ-like character

Shepherd the congregation through pastoral care, counseling, visitation, and prayer support

Conduct weddings and funerals

Develop and implement strategies for effective ministry growth, outreach, and discipleship

Work alongside church leadership to ensure healthy church governance, unity, and effective ministry operation

Qualifications

A degree from a Bible college or seminary is preferred

Experience in preaching, teaching, and pastoral care is preferred

A clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and a growing personal relationship with Him

A heart for discipleship, growth, and community engagement

Sound understanding of Scripture and its doctrines

Exceptional communication and preaching skills

Proven leadership ability in a church or similar setting

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people

Ability to navigate and resolve conflict in a Biblical manner with grace and wisdom

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities

$75,000 (commensurate with experience), Parsonage, Health Insurance Negotiable

Parsonage – recently renovated ranch-style home located next door to the church: 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, main-floor laundry, and a partially finished walk-out basement with an additional bedroom

About Bark River Bible Church

Bark River Bible Church is located in Bark River, MI, a small town in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Escanaba is an easy 11-mile drive to the east on US Highway 2, where you’ll find stores such as Meijer, Walmart, Menards, and Hobby Lobby, along with several parks and other recreation opportunities. The closest major city is Green Bay, WI, about a 2-hour drive.

Bark River Bible Church is grateful to have congregants in all seasons of life, with many young families and seasoned saints alike. The desire of Bark River Bible Church is to be a lighthouse in the community, pointing the way to Christ, and being ministers of His Gospel.