Lead Pastor - Church on the Hill (Grove, OK)

LancasterSearch•Grove, OK

51d•$0 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Church on the Hill (Grove, OK) is seeking a faithful, Christ-centered Lead Pastor to provide spiritual leadership, biblical teaching, pastoral care, and visionary direction for the congregation. The Lead Pastor will uphold the authority of Scripture, foster discipleship and spiritual growth, lead the church in fulfilling the Great Commission, and work collaboratively with staff and ministry leaders to advance the mission of the church. Church on the Hill is committed to its Methodist heritage and is determined to preserve and faithfully maintain the theological and ecclesiastical traditions of the Methodist movement, remaining aligned with Wesleyan theology and its emphasis on Scripture, grace, holiness, and discipleship. The Lead Pastor is expected to provide leadership and teaching consistent with these Methodist and Wesleyan convictions, and to help ensure that the church's ministries, worship, discipleship, and pastoral practices remain faithful to this heritage.

Requirements

A shepherd’s heart, strong biblical conviction, and relational wisdom.
A commitment to leading the church with humility, excellence, and faithfulness to Christ.
Demonstrated integrity, humility, and accountability.
Ability to manage time effectively and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
A commitment to continuing education and professional development.
Agreement with and adherence to the church’s constitution, bylaws, and statement of faith.
Healthy relationships within family, church, and community.
Willingness to remain accountable to church leadership and governing committees, participate in regular performance reviews, maintain transparency in decision-making, and seek counsel when facing personal or ministry challenges.

Responsibilities

Provide spiritual leadership, biblical teaching, pastoral care, and visionary direction.
Uphold the authority of Scripture and foster discipleship and spiritual growth.
Lead the church in fulfilling the Great Commission.
Work collaboratively with staff and ministry leaders.
Provide leadership and teaching consistent with Methodist and Wesleyan convictions.
Ensure church ministries, worship, discipleship, and pastoral practices remain faithful to its heritage.
Lead the congregation through prayer, biblical teaching, and spiritual example.
Prepare and deliver biblically sound, engaging sermons.
Teach Scripture accurately and effectively.
Provide guidance and oversight for Bible studies, small groups, and discipleship programs.
Equip members to understand and apply God’s Word in daily life.
Provide spiritual guidance and counseling to church members.
Visit and minister to the sick, elderly, hospitalized, and homebound.
Offer support during times of crisis, grief, and loss.
Conduct weddings, funerals, baptisms, child dedications, and communion services.
Provide vision and direction for the church’s ministry, including measurable goals for all programs.
Oversee church operations and policies.
Participate in strategic planning and goal setting.
Ensure responsible stewardship of church resources.
Lead the church in fulfilling the Great Commission.
Encourage members to share their faith.
Develop and support local and global mission efforts.
Build relationships within the community and represent the church positively in public settings.
Recruit, train, mentor, and support ministry leaders and volunteers.
Foster teamwork and unity among church staff and ministry teams.
Conduct regular evaluations and provide constructive feedback.
Encourage leadership development within the congregation.
Partner with worship leaders to plan meaningful worship services.
Oversee the effectiveness of all ministry programs.
Encourage excellence in worship, education, and outreach ministries.