Senior Pastor - Riverside Church, Lake, MN

Riverside Church, a vibrant, multi-campus church with locations in Big Lake, Buffalo and Sauk Rapids, MN, represents a rare opportunity for a gifted pastor to step into a healthy and mission-driven ministry poised for even greater impact. With a deeply engaged congregation, and a clear mission to reach people and help them become fully devoted followers of Jesus, Riverside is experiencing remarkable growth and spiritual momentum.

The Big Idea:
After 22 years of faithful service, the church is preparing for the transition of Senior Pastor Tom Lundeen. They are prayerfully seeking a dynamic, outwardly-focused, biblically-grounded pastor and leader to shepherd the church to the next season with refreshed vision, vitality and Gospel impact.

This is a wonderful opportunity to guide a healthy and outward-focused church family that is eager to help people say, "YES!" to Jesus and be transformed as they grow in Him. Riverside is not just a church where you go, it is a family where you belong. The congregation reflects a compelling blend of strong biblically-focused teaching, relational warmth and a very clear evangelistic heartbeat.

Affiliation:
The Christian and Missionary Alliance

Attendance: nearly 2,000

Riverside Church has a powerful legacy of evangelism, compassion and transformational ministry. Locations include Big Lake (central campus/averaging around 1,300 attenders with three venues: the main Worship Center, the Family Room and the Café) offering services at 8:45 and 10:30 a.m., and 12:05 p.m.;
Buffalo (launched 2024/averaging around 400 attenders with two venues: the main Worship Center and the Family Room) and offering services at 9 and 10:45 a.m.;
Sauk Rapids (launched 2018/averaging 300 in attendance in one venue) services are offered at 9 & 10:45 a.m.

For a pastor and family, Big Lake offers a relationally-warm environment where ministry and everyday life can flourish side by side. Nestled between the amenities of the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area and the natural beauty of greater Minnesota, Big Lake offers the best of both worlds.

• Candidates must be in full agreement with Riverside Church’s beliefs
• Ordination with the Christian & Missionary Alliance is required
• A theological graduate degree is preferred, but not required
• Fifteen or more years of pastoral experience, including healthy leadership in a large, complex church context that includes oversight and collaboration with paid staff and key volunteers
• Evidence of building positive momentum, progress and follow through on mission

Contact:
Kara Bubar, NL Moore & Associates, ,

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