Lead Pastor - Grace Community Church (Worthington, MN)

LancasterSearch•Worthington, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Grace Community Church (GCC) in Worthington, Minnesota, is searching for a Lead Pastor. The church has a rich history rooted in Christ with a heart to Know Jesus, Become Like Him, and Make Him Known Among All Nations. GCC was founded in 1997 and affiliated with the Evangelical Free Church of America (EFCA) within two years. The church has experienced growth, necessitating multiple moves and building modifications. GCC's mission is to follow Jesus, serve where He leads, and connect with local communities. Their children's, youth, college/young adult, and small/life group ministries are flourishing. The Global Outreach (GO) Team supports eight missionary families globally and three local missional organizations. They also partner with Christian camps and provide financial support and transportation for children. GCC has supported global mission trips to care for families spreading the Gospel. The church has had two lead pastors who served for over 20 years, employing a balance of theological and relational leadership. The most recent lead pastor was called to a national EFCA position. The church is actively pursuing God's direction and looking forward to the future.

Requirements

6 years (desired) of multi-staff experience in a pastoral leadership position
Demonstrated competence in preaching
A Master of Divinity from a respected evangelical educational institution (preferred), in keeping with the EFCA theology
Ordination in the Evangelical Free Church of America within 5-7 years (as a condition of employment)
A man in a stable and loving marriage
Meets biblical standards for personal character and moral integrity with a willingness to undergo ongoing accountability
Inspires our church in contemporary, multi-cultural worship

Nice To Haves

Bilingual is strongly preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Reach hearts through effective communication about how God’s truth applies to life, and preaching based on a strong biblical context.
Activate our people to participate in the mission of the church.
Guide our ministries to encourage personal discipleship, a passion for the lost, personal spiritual transformation, and Christlikeness.
Develop staff and multiply godly leadership to reach the lost.
Disciple believers to participate in our mission through transparent relationships, God’s Word and a servant’s heart.
Cultivate ongoing spiritual growth, capability, and effectiveness for serving.
Lead the church into engagement with the communities around us and encourage local outreach.
Integrate our multi-cultural community, work competently with many different cultures, and demonstrate cultural sensitivity.