Lead Pastor
Job Description
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead: Supports staff and ministry teams as they oversee church ministries and functions on a regular basis. Assists staff in goal setting, leadership development and spiritual direction. Exhibits timely follow through of said development and direction and delegates when needed.
- Worship: Makes Scripture applicable to daily life by providing well-developed Biblical, relevant and dynamic teaching based on God’s truth. Coordinates with the worship leader, staff and volunteers for Sunday services and special events.
- Pray: Prays diligently for and with the church community and staff. Seeks God’s direction in identifying and supporting those who need prayer.
- Shepherd: Facilitates involvement in small groups, Bible studies, individual ministries and serving the church and community. Provides support to members through visitation, prayer and ministry as needed/requested.
- Communicate/Collaborate: Communicates and keeps the congregation informed on matters of interest and importance to members. Serves as a church liaison for community and local churches. Cooperates and communicates with Church Staff, Finance Team and Board.
- Compliant with church by-laws and policies.
About this Church
The Church at Osage Hills, “OHills” as it is affectionately called in the community, has a multigenerational congregation with 350-500 regular attenders. We are honored that many tourists and second home owners also call OHills their church home when they visit. OHills exists to “Follow Jesus Today” and we manifest this mission through the many different ministries and programs we offer to our church family and the community. We partner with the Missouri Food Bank by offering space and volunteers for monthly food distribution. Our gymnasium is used on a regular basis for basketball/volleyball/pickleball and other local activities. We have a vibrant Children’s Church and Youth Program. Our church is home to The Academy at Osage Hills, a thriving preschool. OHills also hosts Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) for members and the community. These are just a few things going on at the Church at Osage Hills. To learn more about us, visit our website at osagehills.org, follow us on Facebook and Instagram (The Church at Osage Hills), or download our app.