Lead Pastor
Believers Fellowship
4112 Hunt St NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 USA MAP
| Demographic: | Suburban |
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| Statement Of Faith: | Believers Fellowship Church Profile 2024 Overview: Believers Fellowship is a vibrant, biblically-rooted nondenominational church in Gig Harbor, WA. The church was founded in 1978 in a living room and has grown to a church with 500-600 weekly attendance spread between two Sunday morning worship services. We are generationally diverse with a significant number of young families. Relationships are strengthened in small groups and ministry teams. We are known in our community for our strong biblical teaching, our top-notch children and youth ministries, and our strong cadre of committed believers ministering in their various spheres. Mission: Worship God in Spirit and Truth. Grow in authentic relationship with God and each other. Share the life-changing truth of Jesus with grace. Strategic Priorities: 1. Worship God in Spirit and Truth (John 4:23-24, Rev 7:9-10, Heb 13:15, Rom 12:1) Inter-generational, participatory worship that engages the heart and mind. Spiritually formative, biblically-rooted songs and prayers. Biblical, Christ-Centered preaching that engages both believers and unbelievers. Celebrating communion and believers baptism. Truth, beauty, and excellence for the glory of God. 2. Grow in Authentic Relationship with God and Each Other (Eph 2:20-22, 4:15-16; Ecc 4:9-10; Gal 6:2) Promote the next step for spiritual growth for every person at every age. Foster friendships, mentorship, and discipleship in vibrant small group settings. Equip saints for the work of ministry (Eph 4:11-14). 3. Share the Life-Changing Truth of Jesus with Grace (Matt 28:18-20; James 2:14-17; Luke 14:12-14) Share Jesus with our lives, words, and actions. Give, share, and serve in our community and beyond. Follow Jesus’ ministry to the “least of these” (Matt 25:40). Values: Humility, Authenticity, Honesty, Servant-Heartedness, Personal Growth, Accountability Doctrine: We believe that the Bible is God's Word and, as such, our supreme authority for life and worsh |
Overview:
Believers Fellowship is looking for a teaching pastor who loves God's people and loves to preach God's Word; who is trained in understanding and applying Scripture; and who feels called and equipped by the Spirit to teach the congregation and lead the church staff.
Responsibilities:
• Prayerfully prepare and deliver exegetical, Gospel-centric sermons 30+ times per year. Sermons should point people to Jesus, be faithful to the text, and be crafted in such a way as to disciple Christians and reach those who do not yet believe.
• Shepherd, oversee, lead, and represent the church staff.
• Pastor the congregation, leading them through the power of the Spirit to greater spiritual maturity, love for God and love for others.
• Pursue spiritual growth in community for himself and with his family.
• Together with the elders, prayerfully participate in the governance, mission, and direction of the church.
• Disciple, equip and empower volunteers and emerging leaders within the church.
• Pursue other ministry areas in accordance with interests and giftings, such as counseling, administration, outreach, small groups, etc.
Qualifications:
• Master of Divinity.
• 5-10+ years of ministry experience leading a staff or in a lead role in a church with greater than 500 average weekly attendees.
• Meets the qualifications of an elder in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:6-9.
• Demonstrates humility, wisdom, integrity, sincerity, approachability, and relatability; having experienced true and on-going change by the power the Gospel.
• Holds firmly to the supreme authority of Scripture for life and worship.
• Agrees with Believers Fellowship's doctrinal statements.
• Demonstrates ability to collaborate with others and lead a staff in a way that models the servant leadership of Jesus.
Benefits:
Competitive salary; health and vision insurance; paid time off; professional development opportunities.
Application Process:
Interested pastors should submit a resume, cover letter (including philosophy of ministry), and references to chad.vansomeren@gmail.com by 30 Nov 24.
Believers Fellowship is looking for a teaching pastor who loves God's people and loves to preach God's Word; who is trained in understanding and applying Scripture; and who feels called and equipped by the Spirit to teach the congregation and lead the church staff.
Responsibilities:
• Prayerfully prepare and deliver exegetical, Gospel-centric sermons 30+ times per year. Sermons should point people to Jesus, be faithful to the text, and be crafted in such a way as to disciple Christians and reach those who do not yet believe.
• Shepherd, oversee, lead, and represent the church staff.
• Pastor the congregation, leading them through the power of the Spirit to greater spiritual maturity, love for God and love for others.
• Pursue spiritual growth in community for himself and with his family.
• Together with the elders, prayerfully participate in the governance, mission, and direction of the church.
• Disciple, equip and empower volunteers and emerging leaders within the church.
• Pursue other ministry areas in accordance with interests and giftings, such as counseling, administration, outreach, small groups, etc.
Qualifications:
• Master of Divinity.
• 5-10+ years of ministry experience leading a staff or in a lead role in a church with greater than 500 average weekly attendees.
• Meets the qualifications of an elder in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:6-9.
• Demonstrates humility, wisdom, integrity, sincerity, approachability, and relatability; having experienced true and on-going change by the power the Gospel.
• Holds firmly to the supreme authority of Scripture for life and worship.
• Agrees with Believers Fellowship's doctrinal statements.
• Demonstrates ability to collaborate with others and lead a staff in a way that models the servant leadership of Jesus.
Benefits:
Competitive salary; health and vision insurance; paid time off; professional development opportunities.
Application Process:
Interested pastors should submit a resume, cover letter (including philosophy of ministry), and references to chad.vansomeren@gmail.com by 30 Nov 24.
| Date Posted: | Fri, Oct 4, 2024 (48 days ago) |
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Point of Contact:
Chad Van Someren
Search Committee, Elder
253-306-2248
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
USA