Pastor Straits Evangelical Free Church (Strait Ignace, MI)

LancasterSearch • Saint Ignace, MI

56d • Onsite

About The Position

Straits Evangelical Free Church (SEFC) in Saint Ignace, Michigan, is seeking a Pastor. The church, established in 1981, averages 75 attendees, with growth in the summer and a decrease in winter. They are looking for a spiritual leader who aligns with their core values, emphasizing the full acceptance of the Word of God and avoiding man-made theology. The community of Saint Ignace is a small city with a rich history and natural beauty, attracting approximately one million visitors annually, primarily during the summer months.

Requirements

• Must be male.
• Prefer married, never divorced.
• Must have a clear calling of God.
• Must know Christ as his personal savior.
• Must be living an exemplary life in accordance with scriptural guidelines for church leaders.
• Must be sound in faith and doctrine.
• Must be qualified to preach and teach the Word of God as led by the Holy Spirit.
• Must have a minimum Bachelor's degree.
• Must read and be in agreement with the SEFC Statement of Faith adopted from EFCA model on 10-23-2024.
• Must be in agreement with the "anti woke movement".
• Ordained or licensed by the Evangelical Free Church of America (EFCA) is preferred, but will consider candidates credentialed by another institution when hired, requiring them to be credentialed by the EFCA within 18 months.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer a younger candidate.
• Prefer a candidate with a bible degree, as found in TEDS.
• Prefer a language study of Greek.
• Would welcome a young family.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary spiritual leader of the congregation.
• Preach the Word of God and administer the ordinances of the church.
• Provide spiritual oversight as Pastor, working with the Elder Board to shepherd the congregation.
• Attend monthly Elder board meetings, and quarterly and annual Congregational business meetings.
• Prepare and lead worship services including Sunday Worship, post Sunday Worship service Sunday School, Wednesday Prayer meetings, weddings, baptisms, dedications, and funerals.
• Meet with congregation members on request, counseling as able.

Benefits

• Total Package: $75,000 plus a retirement benefit.
• 3 weeks paid vacation per year for the first 3 years.
• Consideration will be given based on a new pastor's experience, family, and other timely considerations, such as the local housing market and may be negotiable based on the individual.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior