Lead Pastor - Berean Bible Church (Grand Island, NE)

LancasterSearch • Grand Island, NE

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Berean Bible Church is seeking a full-time Lead Pastor to preach the Word of God and equip the saints for the work of the ministry. The Lead Pastor will faithfully shepherd the people of Berean Bible Church through the ministry of the Word, prayer, leadership development, and spiritual oversight, in partnership with the Elder Board. The role involves serving as a member of the Elder Board, working collaboratively with elders and ministry leaders, and advancing the mission of the church.

Requirements

• Be an evangelical believer with personal faith in Jesus Christ.
• Be baptized by immersion in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
• Affirm the Statements of Faith of the Berean Fellowship of Churches and Berean Bible Church.
• Meet the biblical qualifications of an elder.

Responsibilities

• Devote himself primarily to prayer and the faithful teaching of Scripture.
• Diligently study Scripture.
• Preach expositorily through books of the Bible approximately 45 Sundays per year.
• Provide biblically sound and Christ-centered teaching in other settings.
• Promote and model discipleship.
• Identify, mentor, and develop emerging leaders (including elders, deacons, and ministry leaders).
• Encourage multiplication of ministry responsibility throughout the body.
• Foster a culture of spiritual growth and service.
• Provide biblical counsel and make referrals when needed.
• Visit the sick, shut-in, and hospitalized as reasonably possible.
• Maintain appropriate availability during the week.
• Perform weddings and funerals as appropriate.
• Help clarify and communicate biblical vision.
• Lead by example in faith, humility, and integrity.
• Encourage evangelism and outreach within the church and community.
• Provide oversight of ministry direction while appropriately delegating administrative and facility responsibilities.
• Actively participate in the Berean Fellowship of Churches (BFC) for mutual encouragement and accountability.
• Maintain a consistent and growing walk with the Lord.
• Devote regular time to prayer and personal study.
• Shepherd his own household well.
• Cultivate a good reputation within the broader community.
• Participate in elder meetings and leadership planning.
• Contribute to budgeting and reporting processes in cooperation with church leadership.
• Encourage proper stewardship of church facilities and resources, delegating operational responsibilities as appropriate.

Benefits

• Compensation to be determined by the Elder Board.
• Recognized holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.
• Vacation: Four Sundays and four weeks of vacation.
• Sick leave to be defined separately.
• Professional leave to be arranged with the Elders.
• Sabbatical every seven years.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed