General Information
Job Title:
Lead Pastor: Church of the Cross
Job Description:
WHERE WE ARE
Church of the Cross is located on Daniel’s Parkway, one of the most traveled thoroughfares in
the Southeast part of town. We are approximately 2 miles from I-75, 13 miles from Fort Myers
Beach and 7 miles from Southwest Florida International Airport.
OUR FACILITIES
We are blessed to have a debt free 8.5 acre campus (estimated value of $20 million) with 4
separate structures. A Worship Center that seats over 250 people, a Chapel seating over
100 people, a Thrift Store and a modern 2-story Community Center with 4 equipped offices,
elevator, 5 classrooms, a full gymnasium, storage areas and kitchen. Please view the home
page short video on our church website with an aerial view of our beautiful campus.
Preferred Age
Between 35 and 60 years of age
Education
Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree (or higher) a plus
Gifts and Strengths
Shepherd, Preacher, Teacher, Relational, Creative Visionary
Previous Lead Pastor Experience
5 to 10 years of a growing church
Preferred components of a sermon
Strong Biblical knowledge/references, Application to everyday life, Spiritual nourishment, Humor, Personal and/or Real-life illustrations
Pastor’s Spouse
We would desire the pastor’s spouse to serve in areas where she is gifted. And to be a visible and vocal supporter of her spouse and the church.
Position Qualifications:
The Process
Please look over this job description and the church website. Along with your resume please answer these questions:
Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the Lead Pastor at Church of the Cross?
Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Lead Pastor at Church of the Cross?
In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine of Church of the Cross.
Please send your resume, the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online sermon to Jason@No-FeePastorSearch.com
Application Deadline
Job Type:
Full Time
Salary Range:
TBD
General Information
Church/Organization Name
Church of the Cross
Contact Name & Contact Info
Industry
Church
Denomination
Other
City, State
Fort Myers, FL
Description of Organization
Church of the Cross (Fort Myers, FL) Lead Pastor
THE BIG PICTURE
Church of the Cross in Fort Myers, FL is seeking their next Lead Pastor to preach the Word
of God, make disciples and equip the saints for the work of the ministry. We are praying for a
man who models a strong walk with Christ, has a clear calling to pastoral ministry and who will
lead our congregation with character and integrity by lifting up Jesus and loving others.
You can learn and see more about our fellowship by going to our website…
www.welcometothecross.com
WHO WE ARE
We are a non-denominational, Christ-centered and Bible-based church. We are predominantly
a 55+ church although we have started growing younger. We are averaging approximately 75-
80 people in our weekend service in the summer months and 120 during the Winter when
seasonal attenders return. 50% of the people living in our zip code are retirees.
Our church is made up of people from all different faith journeys such as Methodist, Lutheran,
Presbyterian, Catholic, Assembly of God and others with no previous church history. They are
a loving, friendly, serving and giving group of people. Our church has a Thrift Store and the profits are given away to area ministries, helping in many benevolent ways the less fortunate and donating to various projects around the church.
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