Lead Pastor - Wadena Alliance Church, Wadena, MN

• Seminary education/degree in a pastoral ministry discipline is desirable. Other education and life experience will also be considered
• Credentialed and licensed by the Christian and Missionary Alliance is preferred, but a willingness to obtain this upon hiring would be acceptable

• 5+ years of pastoral experience, preferably as a lead pastor
• Demonstrated commitment to discipleship and spiritual growth within the local church is a requirement

Biblical Preacher/Teacher:

• Uses the bible as the complete and inerrant authority as God’s word when preaching and teaching
• Makes relevant application between scripture and life situations
• Has an understanding of the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer
• Sacrificially serves others with joy and compassion
• Seeks to understand the spiritual gifts of the members of the congregation; helps encourage growth within those gifts

Intercessor:

• Considers prayer for the church and its members a vital part of his ministry
• Takes time to pray for those who come with needs

Shepherd/Care Giver:

• Gets to know the members of the church personally and gives appropriate and timely care to the members of the church body
• Willingness to visit members of the church as requested or per the needs of the church body
• Mentors others in their commitment to follow Christ
• Gives focused attention to developing and executing the discipling and mentoring ministries of the church

• Ability to edify others in their spiritual giftings
• Organized and able to manage administrative details when needed
• Experience with leading and assisting in established children’s and youth ministries
• Have a knowledge of all educational styles (public, homeschool, private), as Wadena Alliance has a good mix of families involved in all of these
• Ability to lead others through and help address conflict when it arises

• The lead pastor and his family (if applicable) would be involved in the church and leading or helping with ministries that fit their gifts
• The wife of the lead pastor (if applicable) would be willing to be involved in ministries within the church and outreach beyond the church, as the Lord leads