Lead Pastor (Future Congregation)

Mariners Church•La Mirada, CA

7h•$100,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

As we seek to launch new congregations in Southern California in the future, we are looking for a Congregation Lead Pastor who will shepherd the flock, serve as a missionary in their city, equip God's people for ministry, and foster generosity and stewardship.

Requirements

High degree of integrity in personal and professional life
Excellent communication skills - verbal (confident and comfortable speaking in front of large groups), written, and relational
Demonstrated ministry leadership experience (+5 years preferred)
Experience in a church or para-church organization preferred
High degree of Bible literacy
Experience and knowledge in leading multiple teams
Love Jesus and call themselves Christians.
Embrace a high biblical standard of personal conduct and lifestyle.
Agree to and adhere to the church's statement of faith, leadership commitment, and position papers.
Work during Christmas Eve and Easter services.
Participate then facilitate Rooted once per ministry year.
Attend Mariners Church.

Nice To Haves

seminary degree is a plus
multi-site ministry experience is plus

Responsibilities

Pastor, encourage, protect, and inspire your congregation to follow Jesus and fearlessly change the world.
Ensure the congregation progresses through our “transformational loop” (worship services to groups to volunteering to outreach opportunities) so that the people are well-cared for, disciplined, and find joy in Jesus.
Perform pastoral duties such as weddings, funerals, baptisms and coaching/counseling for those in your congregation.
Be the lead missionary for your congregation in your community.
Cast the vision for reaching and serving your local community.
Work with the central Outreach Team to help your congregation meet needs across Southern California as well as build a customized strategy to reach your city.
Develop partnerships with city and neighborhood officials as well as nearby Mariners Outreach locations.
Lead and equip the staff and key leaders at the congregation to develop volunteers so that each ministry in your congregation can grow in a healthy way.
Work with the central teams to provide coaching, training, and best practices for all ministries.
Build a culture of generosity in your congregation.
Encourage giving as an act of obedience and an expression of love for God’s church.
Consistently, intentionally, and lovingly invite givers and prospective givers to take next steps in their generosity.
Lead your team to wisely steward the resources entrusted to the congregation.