General Information
Job Title:
Lead Pastor: Community Church Roselawn
Job Description:
Under the general direction of the council and express direction of the elders, the lead pastor provides spiritual and organizational leadership. The lead pastor serves as teacher and vision leader for the congregation as we seek to fulfill our mission of “Developing authentic relationships with Jesus Christ.” The lead pastor serves as head of the staff, building a strong leadership team, and holds a central position on the board of elders.
Position Qualifications:
Education and experience
Four-year degree preferably from a Christian college
Completion of a seminary program officially recognized by the Christian Reformed Church
Documented continuing education, preferred
An internship at a reformed church, preferred
Experience in a community outreach-oriented church
Experience in restoring those who have drifted away back into a relationship with Jesus Christ
Experience in introducing those who are searching and hurting to Jesus Christ
Experience in maintaining an appropriate balance of community outreach and the nurture and discipleship of Community Church attendees as they continue their spiritual growth
Fulfillment of the synodical regulations required of ordained pastors seeking a call to a Christian Reformed Church
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
Willingness, ability and desire to work with people from a variety of social, educational and financial backgrounds
Practiced oratory skills and pulpit mannerisms preaching the Word
Ability to vision-cast
Developmental and organizational skills to assist in bringing our church ministries to an even greater level of success than they already enjoy
Commanding knowledge of the Bible
Ability to communicate his faith to others
Ability to give wise counsel and/or seek wise counsel when appropriate
Personal characteristics and qualifications
Very strong personal relationship with Jesus Christ that cannot be contained
Passion for the gospel that drives every portion of life and work
Love for people and a desire to bring them to an ever stronger relationship with Jesus Christ
Eagerness to bring that gospel to all in our community
Belief that all preaching must be founded on God’s Holy Word
The belief that the Bible as the Word of God is first in priority and authority
Acknowledgement that salvation is through God’s never-ending grace
Readiness and willingness to extend God’s invitation to salvation whenever appropriate
Belief that the reformed confessions are accepted as the true interpretation of this Word
Belief that the confessions are themselves subject to the Word
Belief that the Heidelberg Catechism, Belgic Confession, and Canons of Dordt are foundational to our Reformed faith; Subscription to all the creeds and confessions of the CRC
Eager to reach out to the hurting and show compassion to those who reach out to him
Commitment to the vibrant worship style that is characteristic to Community Church
Willingness to follow the style of church governance as determined by the church Council, bylaws, and Christian Reformed Church Order
Willingness to be part of a staff that pursues the mission of Community Church Roselawn as laid out by the Church Council
Commitment to taking his direction from the Council of Community Church Roselawn
Desire to be part of the greater church community in the area
A kind and approachable personality
Application Deadline
05/04/2025
Job Type:
Full Time
Salary Range:
TBD
General Information
Church/Organization Name
Community Church Roselawn
Contact Name & Contact Info
Industry
Church
Denomination
Christian Reformed Church (CRC)
City, State
Roselawn, IN
Description of Organization
Community Church Roselawn is a place where the message of salvation becomes visible. We approach the Gospel with a contemporary style, yet our message is traditional. A core of families from the original church planters has grown to include traditional believers drawn to the excitement for outreach. This group welcomes the unchurched and the disenfranchised who in turn gather their friends and families.
Working out our vision of “Lives transformed by Christ” is displayed in numerous ways. From our inception, Community Church Roselawn has desired to have an impact on the community in which it is centered. Our focus is bringing the unchurched into contact with believers. When these people come through the doors of our building, they receive the Gospel message demonstrated by the love of our congregation and presented in the preaching of God’s Word. We continue to grow in numbers and opportunities to be the hands and feet of Christ to our community.
Community Church Roselawn takes seriously its responsibility toward believers. We provide many opportunities for service, community, education, and growth as we walk the path of becoming more Christ-like while God uses our various gifts seriously.
Community Church takes its mission statement, “Developing authentic relationships with Jesus Christ,” to heart. Everything that we do is tailored to be shared with a community hungry for Truth and needing to learn how God is a real part of their daily lives. We give thanks for the work of the Holy Spirit that allows us to bring His message to those He has brought to us.
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