Open Door Congregational Church ( is seeking a full-time Pastor. The role of the Pastor is to lead believers in their spiritual development. The Pastor is the primary preacher and teacher of Scripture in the Church. The Pastor leads the Church and is responsible for shepherding the congregation and guiding the people in service to God. The Pastor is in partnership with the council in overseeing the life of the Church. The Pastor will have a firm grasp on the purpose, values, and strategy of the Church and the ability to align ordained and lay staff and key leadership teams with its mission. The Pastor will offer pastoral leadership to the congregation alongside clergy and lay ministers. The Pastor will ensure that the systems, practices, and policies of the Church responsibly and effectively support its ministry activities.
1. Preaching and teaching: The Pastor will be the primary preacher for worship services. The Pastor also will provide leadership in planning and executing the education programs and other programs in discipleship and ministry training, in coordination with other ordained and lay leaders.
2. Strategic leadership and planning: The Pastor is responsible for strategic goals and vision coordination in the execution of the Church's purpose. The Pastor will define strategic goals and vision as a key leader among staff, in coordination with Council and implement the plan by:
a. Coordinating/leading weekly staff meetings and other activities to clarify and execute goals and objectives.
b. Monitoring the spiritual pulse of the congregation through review and accountability.
c. Ensuring staffing, facilities and programs are effectively aligned to meet strategic goals.
3. Staff supervision and development: The Pastor serves as director to ordained and lay staff and lay volunteers, and leads, evaluates, and mentors existing staff in their respective areas of ministry by:
a. Overseeing staff training and development.
b. Hiring and dismissing staff and prioritizing staff additions after consultation and guidance from the Trustees and Council.
c. Providing leadership to the pastoral staff in the design and implementation of all church ministries.
d. Working with the Trustees to implement salary reviews and implementation of all church ministries. Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing performance feedback.
e. Maintaining efficient and effective lines of communication between the staff and Council.
4. Administration: The Pastor oversees and executes the administration of the Church, in conjunction with the Church Council, through appropriate staff and lay leadership teams, and ensures the completion of ministry through staff and lay volunteers. The Pastor must:
a. Oversee the pastoral care needs of the congregation and, as necessary, share with other ordained and lay ministers in hospital visitation, home visits, counseling, marriages, and funerals.
b. Supervise the Office Administration team and provide direction, as needed, for the effective functioning of the office support function.
c. Oversee development of and adherence to church policies and procedures.
5. Evaluation and compensation: The Pastor will provide a monthly report to the Council on ministry accomplishments and activities. The Council will conduct semi-annual performance evaluation. Compensation package will be reviewed annually.
6. Education requirements: Completion of Seminary and possession of a Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree are required. The Church Council may grant an accepted Pastor (who has not graduated from Seminary) additional time to complete a Seminary program and obtain his/her MDiv.
Salary package negotiated between $50-$75k broken down flexibly into the following categories:
-Salary + Housing Allowance
-Medical Reimbursement
-Ministry Reimbursement
-Retirement
-Paid Vacation
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 Pastor for ODCC?
Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Pastor at ODCC?
In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine of ODCC.
Please send your resume, the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online sermon to Jason@LancasterSearch.com
LancasterSearch...development Tuition assistance Vision insurance Appliance Service Technician Farm and Home Hardware - Ashland, OH Pay Rate: $18$20 per... ...Ashland, Ohio. If you have a knack for troubleshooting and repairing home appliances and enjoy delivering top-notch...
...Job Description Overview Position Summary:The Advanced Practice Nurse - Medical Oncology (APN) is an advanced practice nurse with specialty training to practice in an oncology setting. The APN evaluates diagnoses, clinically monitors and manages oncology, hematology...
...Are you interested in serving as a tutor for the UAA Department of Languages? In collaboration with the UAA Learning Commons, applications are being accepted for Tutors to serve the Languages Department each semester (Fall and Spring) to assist students in their studies...
**Seasonal Production Worker - May to September 2025**Nestl Canada Inc980 Wilton Grove Rd. London, OntarioRate: $18.40/hrNO FACTORY EXPERIENCE REQUIRED - WE WILL TRAIN YOU!**Position Summary**As a member of the London, Ontario Ice Cream team, you may be assigned ...
...Job Description Job Description Youth Ministry Director/Pastor Full-time - $45,000 to $65,000 Rock Harbor Church is seeking a passionate and dedicated Youth Ministry Director/Pastor to lead and develop our vibrant youth ministry. This role will involve creating...