Bark River Bible Church (Bark River, MI) – Senior Pastor
The Big Picture
Bark River Bible Church (https://barkriverbiblechurch.com) is seeking a full-time Senior Pastor to shepherd a multi-generational congregation averaging just over 200 in weekly attendance. The Senior Pastor’s responsibilities include preaching, teaching, discipleship, and pastoral care (counseling, visitation, funerals, weddings, etc.).
Requirements
Job Profile
Full time
Deliver biblically sound, gospel-focused sermons that challenge, equip, and encourage the local body in their walk with Christ
Lead by example in spiritual disciplines and model Christ-like character
Shepherd the congregation through pastoral care, counseling, visitation, and prayer support
Conduct weddings and funerals
Develop and implement strategies for effective ministry growth, outreach, and discipleship
Work alongside church leadership to ensure healthy church governance, unity, and effective ministry operation
Qualifications
A degree from a Bible college or seminary is preferred
Experience in preaching, teaching, and pastoral care is preferred
A clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and a growing personal relationship with Him
A heart for discipleship, growth, and community engagement
Sound understanding of Scripture and its doctrines
Exceptional communication and preaching skills
Proven leadership ability in a church or similar setting
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people
Ability to navigate and resolve conflict in a Biblical manner with grace and wisdom
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities
Compensation & Benefits
$75,000 (commensurate with experience), Parsonage, Health Insurance Negotiable
Parsonage – recently renovated ranch-style home located next door to the church: 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, main-floor laundry, and a partially finished walk-out basement with an additional bedroom
About Bark River Bible Church
Bark River Bible Church is located in Bark River, MI, a small town in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Escanaba is an easy 11-mile drive to the east on US Highway 2, where you’ll find stores such as Meijer, Walmart, Menards, and Hobby Lobby, along with several parks and other recreation opportunities. The closest major city is Green Bay, WI, about a 2-hour drive.
Bark River Bible Church is grateful to have congregants in all seasons of life, with many young families and seasoned saints alike. The desire of Bark River Bible Church is to be a lighthouse in the community, pointing the way to Christ, and being ministers of His Gospel.
Benefits
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 Senior Pastor at Bark River Bible Church?
Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Senior Pastor of Bark River Bible Church?
In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrinal statement of Bark River Bible Church?
Please send your resume, the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online sermon to [email protected]
Skills Required
- Clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and a growing personal relationship with Him
- Heart for discipleship, growth, and community engagement
- Sound understanding of Scripture and its doctrines
- Exceptional communication and preaching skills
- Proven leadership ability in a church or similar setting
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with diverse groups
- Ability to navigate and resolve conflict in a Biblical manner with grace and wisdom
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities
- Degree from a Bible college or seminary
- Experience in preaching, teaching, and pastoral care
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