Lead Pastor

POSITION: Lead Pastor 

Glenwood Church Greensboro, NC Job Opening 

Glenwood Church is seeking a lead pastor who desires to reach the lost with the gospel of Jesus Christ and to lead the church to health and growth again through fulfilling its mission. Glenwood Church exists for the glory of God, in the image of Jesus Christ, who through His Spirit equips us to share the gospel, make disciples and serve others. Glenwood church is located on a beautiful campus in the heart of Greensboro, NC with a strategic location for reaching many with the gospel. Approximately 90,000 people live within 3 miles of Glenwood Church with as many as 50% of them indicating they do not attend church anywhere. That's 45,000 people without a growing relationship with Jesus Christ living just three miles away. We are seeking a pastor with a sincere desire to equip the body to reach these with the gospel of Jesus Christ! 

SPIRITUAL QUALIFICATIONS 

1. Must be born again. 

2. Must testify to evidence of spiritual growth and sanctification. 

3. Must have a definite call to the ministry and be able to clearly articulate. 

4. Must be a spiritual leader in the various ministries of the church. 

5. Must be known for integrity, holiness, and a good reputation. 

6. Must display a commitment to Christ, the Bible, the Church, his family and fundamental Christian beliefs.

7. Must be courageous, confident, and evangelical in the delivery of the Word of God from the pulpit.

8. Must show a genuine commitment and love for the spiritual growth of all ages. 

SPIRITUAL BELIEFS 

Must adhere to the following doctrinal essentials of the Christian faith: 

The authority and inerrancy of Scripture 

The Trinity 

The deity and humanity of Christ 

The sinfulness of the human race 

The penal, substitutionary death of Christ 

The bodily resurrection of Christ 

Salvation by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone 

The physical return of Christ to earth 

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS 

1. Must be an ordained minister. 

2. Must have a pastoral or seminary degree or equivalent. 

3. Should have pastoral experience or equivalent. 

4. Must set objectives to reach goals and priorities including sound stewardship, and church growth. 

5. Must exhibit tact, empathy, compassion and confidentiality in dealing with a variety of people and needs.

6. Must be able to guide and motivate members toward plans and goals.

7. Must be able to communicate and work well with individuals and groups of all ages.

8. Must be able to determine when to be decisive and when to be open to guidance from others.

9. Must be able to accept constructive criticism.

10. Must be known for personal integrity and honor commitments.

11. Must exhibit skills and abilities required to be an effective administrator.

12. Must have the support of his immediate family to his ministry.

13. Must meet the qualifications for elders outlined in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1. 

PASTORAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. To preach in services Sunday mornings. 

2. To lead Wednesday services or Bible Study. 

3. To conduct funerals and weddings. 

4. To visit the sick, shut-ins, members and prospective members and encourage members to take an active role in visitation.

5. To supervise performance of church staff, including annual review.

6. To work with staff, church leaders and workers to accomplish goals.

7. To work with the Ministry and Counsel to develop long range goals and objectives for continued church progress and growth.

8. To maintain regular office hours.

9. To provide brief ministry summary to Ministry and Counsel.

10. To counsel members and others as needed.