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Senior Pastor

Pastor
Full time with benefits

Britt Evangelical Free Church

Britt, IA
brittfreechurch.com
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Job Description

THE BIG PICTURE

Britt Free Church is searching for a Senior Pastor.

Our Purpose Statement: “Being the Light of the Gospel to Northern Iowa.” — Matthew 5:14

Our Mission Statement: “Loving Britt and Northern Iowa by sharing the Gospel, making disciples, and serving our neighbors in the name of Jesus.” — Matthew 28:18-20

Position Summary

The senior pastor leads the Britt Free Church in fulfilling its mission. This role is suited for a pastor with a heart for smaller-community ministry and an outward gospel mission focus.

Worship & Preaching

  • Preach and teach God’s Word with clarity and conviction in weekly Sunday services
  • Oversee ordinances: baptism, communion and baby dedications
  • Officiate weddings (including pre-marital counseling) and funerals

Shepherding & Discipleship

  • Shepherd the congregation alongside the elders with care and spiritual wisdom
  • Identify and develop spiritual gifts to equip future leaders and teachers
  • Lead by example in prayer, evangelism and personal discipleship
  • Foster an outward Gospel focus—encouraging the church to actively reach the surrounding community

Administration & Leadership

  • Provide spiritual oversight to youth pastor and office staff
  • Attend and contribute to elder board and leadership team meetings
  • Collaborate with elders to evaluate and shape the church’s vision and ministry plan

Community & Mission

  • Engage meaningfully in the Britt community and surrounding area as a gospel witness
  • Participate in Evangelical Free Church denominational functions and networks
  • Pursue ministry opportunities as gifts and time allow: counseling, visitation, membership classes and hospitality

Requirements

Accountability

Ultimately accountable to God Almighty, and to the elders and congregation of the Britt Free Church

Compensation

Salary range from $75,000 to $85,000, based on experience

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 senior pastor at Britt Free Church?

  • Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the senior pastor at Britt Free Church?

  • In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine of The Evangelical Free Church of America and Britt Free Church?

Please send your resume, the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online sermon to Jason@No-FeePastorSearch.com