Pastor - Bad Axe Church (Viroqua, WI)

LancasterSearch•Viroqua, WI

9d•$50,000 - $56,000•Onsite

About The Position

Bad Axe Church (Viroqua, WI) is seeking a full-time Pastor to shepherd the people of God, preach the Word of God and equip the church for works of service. The church is located in western Wisconsin near Viroqua, with a congregation size of around 85 to 90 people and an average Sunday morning attendance of 40 to 60 people. The church council governs the church and consists of a President, three Deacons, three trustees, a treasurer, and a secretary. The Sunday school program runs from September to May. The church does not have a parsonage and will assist the incoming pastor in finding housing.

Requirements

The applicant must be a man (1 Tim 2:12).
A man called by God to the ministry.
Married to one wife and has never been divorced (1 Tim 3:2).
Truly loves his flock and will practice faithful service (1 Pet 5:2, Acts 20:28).

Nice To Haves

Previous pastoral experience is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Have a strong prayer life preparing for service, sermons and studies.
Devote time for sermon preparation and study of God’s word.
Preach the truth from God’s word, give the gospel from the pulpit on Sunday mornings, stand for Christ in our community.
Teach Sunday school if needed.
Lead and teach Wednesday night Bible study.
Give counsel to people when they need it.
Minister to the youth, including teaching Instruction class.
Perform weddings, including premarital counseling.
Support church ministries, such as Vacation Bible School and other activities that go on at our church.
Perform funerals, hospital visitations, and visit shut-ins.
Participate in church board meetings.
Take care of incoming mail, emails, ministry related phone calls, etc.