Pastor

Carney Evangelical Free Church is seeking to fill our Senior Pastor position. We are located in the beautiful Upper Peninsula of Michigan with many opportunities for outdoor recreation for everyone in the family. Here at Carney Free, we desire to develop, empower and release disciples of Christ for ministry by:

• Celebrating in the worship of God
• Communicating the gospel to our local community and the world
• Cultivating spiritual growth in all believers
• Caring for people in the name of Christ

We are looking for a Christ-centered pastor who will be responsible for overseeing the spiritual direction of the congregation along with our other elders. Our search is for the man who will lead us to be more outward focused and committed to making fervent and obedient disciples of Jesus Christ.

The senior pastor shall be the spiritual leader of the church and shall be responsible with the elders for the spiritual oversight and welfare of the church including the ministry of the Word, administration of the ordinances and the general work associated with this office.

• Shall exhibit the qualities as found in I Timothy 3:1-7, II Timothy 2:15, Titus 1:5-9 and I Peter 5:1-4.
• Will have Biblical, theological and pastoral competency and/or adequate experience.
• Must subscribe to the CEFC Constitution & Bylaws along with the CEFC Framework for Ministry.
• Will have a clear call of God that is discerned individually and by CEFC.
• If not credentialed by the EFCA when hired, will be credentialed by the EFCA within the first 18 months of the date of CEFC’s call to lead CEFC. Ordination is strongly encouraged and expected by the EFCA if he has not been previously ordained.
• Will have a heart and vision for evangelism using the Framework for Ministry in executing that vision.

Accountability – The senior pastor shall be a member of the board of elders and accountable to them to accomplish the church’s mission of creating fervent and obedient disciples of Jesus Christ.

• Preach the Word of God and administer the ordinances of the church.
• Provide spiritual oversight, welfare and shepherding of the congregation.
• Equip the saints for the work of the ministry.
• Communicate and execute the vision of the church.
• Serve as the primary spiritual leader of the congregation.
• Lead the elder training process
• Oversee and supervise office staff.
• Assist the elders with the administration of the Benevolence Fund, which is used to aid those in financial difficulty.
• Partner with the elders in evaluating applicants for membership.
• Be an ex-officio member of all ministry teams and standing committees.
• Provide written reports for quarterly and annual congregational business meetings.

Compensation – a separate document will be provided at the time of calling to include specific salary and benefits. In general, the salary and benefits package will contain the following:

• Annual compensation range - $60,000 - $63,000 for salary and benefits depending upon education and experience
• Parsonage – including utilities
• 3 weeks’ vacation
• 3-month sabbatical every five years

Please look over this job description and the church website. Along with your resume please answer these questions:

• Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the pastor at CEFC?
• Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the pastor at CEFC?