Alma Church of God is a vibrant, healthy, and growing congregation. We are seeking a Senior Pastor who can help us build upon our strengths, discern the next chapter of our mission, help us chart the course, and take the steps we need to pursue the vision.
We believe all of life is packed with potential to encounter Jesus.
Our next Senior Pastor helps people discover how to live with this alertness in daily life.
We believe God loves Alma and the surrounding communities.
Our next Senior Pastor helps us discover how to join our lives to God’s love for the world.
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Senior Pastor Profile
Church Profile
Contact: dkwswine@yahoo.com
The Lead Pastor shall be an ordained or licensed minister in good standing with credentials recognized by Church of God Ministries — Anderson, Indiana.
The Lead Pastor is a full-time position and is responsible to carefully give spiritual oversight and guidance to the ministries of Pennway Church. They shall perform all of the duties inherent in the office of Lead Pastor.
The Lead Pastor is expected to lead and work collaboratively with multiple Staff and Volunteers.
The Lead Pastor will lead in fulfilling the Mission Principles according to the Boundary Principles established by the Elders.
The Lead Pastor will be required to write measurable goals each year that correspond to each of Pennway Church’s Mission Principles. At least one of the these goals for each Mission Principle must project growth in the number of people who benefit or participate. These yearly goals will be shared with Staff and Elders.
The Lead Pastor shall be accountable to the Elders for proper and legal conduct with regard to Pennway Church’s Bylaws and the Guiding Principles established by the Elders.
Experiencing the Presence of God
Your relationship with Father God, Jesus, and Holy Spirit matters to us. If you are disconnected from God, you cannot live, lead, or grow. We expect you to spend time in the Presence of God daily. From the overflow of your time with God, you will invite others to experience the depth and wonder of His Presence.
Growth and Learning
Leading in this season requires a deepening of understanding and experience. Furthering your education through schooling, reading, conferences, etc…is expected. Sharing what you are learning with Staff and Volunteers will deepen everyone’s understanding.
Preparation Makes Room
When we are prepared, we create room for Holy Spirit to work. While there will be times when last-minute planning will be necessary, that is not the norm. Long-term vision and creativity is a crucial part of this role.
Excellence In All Things
We are not striving for perfection because that would be a trap. We are called to work with excellence. This matters because God deserves it and the Pennway Family deserves it. We are asking that you continually strive to raise the bar in your areas of responsibility.
Pennway Family
At all times, we will treat attendees, guests, and volunteers with dignity and respect, remembering that each and every one of us are created in the image of God.
Defining the Outcomes of the Ministry of the church that the Lead pastor is tasked to achieve.
Pennway Church of God exists to invite you into the Way of Jesus. We believe that everyone comes to Father God only through Jesus (John 14:6). In the Gospels, we read of the extraordinary life, worldtransforming death, and power-spreading resurrection of Jesus. The Way of Jesus leads to the Father, leads to salvation, and continues to transform us throughout our lives. We believe the Way of Jesus is committed to the Presence of God, love of neighbor, Kingdom life, generational impact, and hilarious generosity.
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Lead Pastor Expectations and Responsibilities
Contact:
thomasabryde@gmail.com
The Big Picture -
The Cassopolis church is a small fellowship of dedicated believers seeking a lead pastor that is
energetic, has a passion for and will help and guide its people in reaching the lost in the
community we serve. His or her focus will center on preaching, leadership, pastoral care and
personal witness.
The Church -
The Cass church is a welcoming one - that seeks to glorify God and live out the love of Christ
through worship, fellowship, discipleship and sharing the good news. Our church is proud of its
many years of history and undeniable desire to serve those in need in the community. The
people of this church are aware of the challenges of a bi-vocational pastor and understand that
a person has limitations. The lead pastor and leadership team will work together to set
priorities, assignments, boundaries & team support.
The Community -
Cassopolis is located along the Michigan state line 20 miles north of South Bend, IN. In recent
years the downtown community and Stone Lake area has been revitalized by The Imagine Cass
Project which sought to transform the entire community. While serving as the county seat, this
quaint village has a historic atmosphere and is a great place to establish strong family values. In
addition, a major new industrial park is currently in process just outside of town. The village,
farm country and large Diamond Lake offers some unique opportunities and challenges.
Position Summary -
We seek an energetic and enthusiastic lead pastor who feels a divine call to pastoral ministry
upon his or her life. The lead pastor needs to have a heart for serving and a passion to share
the good news of the gospel in order to see lives transformed. We expect that the person
accepting this position would feel God's call to our congregation.
The Compensation -
This is a part-time position. Salary and benefits will be determined based on experience and
education of the successful candidate and in line with the current recommendations contained
in the budget.
Please send resume to:
Dennis Wooden, dkwswine@yahoo.com and
Mike Grice, mikeg78@comcast.net
For any questions or more information please contact Dennis Wooden at 517-937-5568
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