Job Description

Pastor/Teaching Elder, Full-Time, Job Description General Introduction Evangel Presbyterian Church desires a pastor who is a spiritually mature man with a deep love for the Lord, His Word, and the Church. Our pastor shall meet the Biblical requirements for the office of elder (1 Tim. 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9), serve alongside the Session, and hold to the doctrinal standards of the PCA. The pastor's primary responsibilities are preaching and teaching of the Word, discipleship, shepherding, and prayer. Specific responsibilities are outlined in the following sections. Word and Sacraments Plan and lead the worship services of the church. Faithfully administer the Sacraments in accordance with Scripture. Preach and teach the Word of God through faithful, expository, Christ-centered preaching. Teach Sunday School and facilitate Bible studies as available and needed, alongside the other members of Session. Lead the congregation to grow in christian maturity and their ability to be faithful witnesses for Christ. Pastoral Care Maintain a commitment to prayer, Bible study, and growth in preaching, teaching, and shepherding. Provide biblical counseling and pastoral care including partnering with the elders and deacons to carry out the visitation of members. Support mentoring and discipling relationships. Cultivate a church culture that increasingly embodies Christ’s example of servant leadership. Administration Serve as Moderator of the Session, contributing to their shepherding work and laboring to strengthen organization and relationships among the Session. Work collaboratively with the Session, Diaconate, and ministry leaders to provide vision, direction, and oversight for the ministries of the church. Denominational Involvement and Outreach Participate faithfully in the meetings and ministry of the Presbytery (and General Assembly as able), ensuring the church and the Session are informed of significant issues and understand Presbyterian polity. Promote connections among PCA and other local churches as well as the congregation's participation in church planting, missions, and mercy ministries within the PCA. Call and Expectations The initial terms of the Call, including compensation and benefits, shall be recommended by the Session and approved by the congregation. The Pastor, along with the other elders, will meet once each year to discuss one another’s ministry for the purpose of encouragement, accountability, and growth in godliness and shepherding. This shall include consideration of the terms of the Pastor’s Call, compensations and benefits, and this Job Description. Pastoral ministry requires flexibility in scheduling, including evenings, weekends, and occasional additional hours as ministry needs arise. The Session is committed to supporting the Pastor and ensuring his long-term spiritual, physical, and family health. The Session is committed to cultivating mutual trust, prayer, open communication, and shared commitment to the ministry of Christ's Church.

About the Organization

We're a PCA Church in Wichita KS.

Qualifications

Our pastor shall meet the biblical requirements for the office of elder (1 Tim. 3:1–7; Titus 1:5–9), serve alongside the Session, and hold to the doctrinal standards of the PCA. Candidates should be ordained in the PCA (or eligible for ordination/transfer within the denomination).