Northside Church began in 1959 as a group of families meeting in a small house in Jackson, Tennessee. Sixty-four years later we are a church body sharing God’s love and making disciples who follow Jesus Christ. Northside operated as a United Methodist Church until 2020 when over 94% of the membership and all 3 pastors felt led to disaffiliate from the United Methodist Church. While a difficult decision, God led us through the disaffiliation process and the COVID-19 pandemic with a courageous will only He can give. Northside is now an independent, non-denominational congregation. We value our Wesleyan/Arminian theological roots, have a legacy of strong lay leadership, and are known for our involvement not only in the Jackson community but also around the world. With a strong foundation, we are preparing for exciting new opportunities for ministry and growth.
Northside is currently seeking a Pastor of Preaching and Spiritual Formation. The successful candidate will be a dynamic teacher and preacher of God’s Word and will deliver messages that are biblically based and relatable to a multigenerational congregation. Responsibilities will also include leadership over Northside’s spiritual formation efforts. The position also requires a candidate who is relational and willing to provide pastoral care along with the other members of the pastoral leadership team. They will work with lay leadership, and the other members of the pastoral leadership team to discern and envision the call of Christ on Northside Church.
The Pastor of Preaching and Spiritual Formation will:
Regularly preach and teach the Word of God.
Provide spiritual leadership and pastoral care to the faith community.
Maintain a healthy environment where staff and volunteers are motivated, equipped, and held accountable for the work they have been called to do.
Demonstrate an ability to cultivate high-capacity leaders and effectively delegate ministry tasks among them.
Along with the lay leadership and the pastoral leadership team prayerfully discern, communicate, and implement God’s vision for Northside Church.
Shepherd and care for the church’s members and the community through and with the staff.
Remain organized and manage administrative tasks commensurate with the role.
Personal Characteristics
- Loves and is gifted to preach God’s Word
- Passionate about leading people to become fully devoted followers of Christ
- A self-starter who thrives in a team environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Faithfully practices the disciplines of a Christ-centered life
Qualifications
- Must meet the qualifications stated in the Northside bylaws focused on the character and competencies of church leadership.
- Must review and agree to the Northside Church Statement of Faith.
- At least 2 years of relevant experience in ministry leadership within a church environment with direct management.
- Required bachelor's degree. An earned master’s degree from an accredited seminary is preferred.
Applicants should direct questions to the pastoral search team at pscnorthside@gmail.com.
