Lead Pastor

Lead Pastor
Eastridge Church
Full-Time with Benefits| Reports to: Leadership Team

About Eastridge Church
Eastridge Church is a growing and vibrant faith community committed to helping people meet, know and follow Jesus. With a clear mission, strong values, and a heart for reaching our community, we are seeking a Lead Pastor who will provide spiritual leadership and guide us into our next season of ministry.

Eastridge Church is in Happy Valley, Oregon. We are one of the fastest-growing communities in the state. This rapidly expanding area provides unique opportunities for ministry and outreach.

Position Summary

The Lead Pastor serves as the primary spiritual leader of Eastridge Church, working in close partnership with staff and the Leadership Team. This role is responsible for casting vision, shepherding the congregation, and leading ministries that foster spiritual growth, community engagement, and gospel impact.

The ideal candidate is a gifted communicator, relational leader, and strategic thinker who is passionate about making disciples and building a healthy, thriving church.
The ideal candidate will report to our current Transitional Pastor through August 31, 2027. This extended transition creates a unique opportunity to immerse in the life of the church, build trust, and thoughtfully prepare for long-term leadership.

Key Responsibilities
-Spiritual Leadership
Provide overall spiritual direction, vision, and leadership for the church
Lead worship services and champion a culture of prayer, discipleship, and evangelism
-Preaching & Teaching
Prepare and deliver biblically grounded, engaging, and relevant sermons
Equip the congregation through teaching that leads to life transformation
-Pastoral Care
Offer spiritual guidance, counseling, and support to individuals and families
Provide care through hospital visits, crisis support, and prayer
-Staff Leadership & Development
Lead, supervise, and mentor pastors and staff
Foster a healthy, unified, and mission-driven team culture
-Vision & Strategy
Develop and clearly communicate a compelling vision for the future
Lead the church toward both spiritual depth and numerical growth
-Community Engagement
Build relationships with local leaders and organizations
Mobilize the church for outreach and service in the community
-Leadership Development
Identify, train, and equip emerging leaders within the church
Create pathways for people to grow in leadership and service
-Financial Stewardship
Oversee church finances in partnership with leadership
Ensure resources are managed responsibly and aligned with the mission
-Collaboration & Alignment
Work closely with ministry teams to ensure effectiveness and unity
Align all ministries with the church’s mission and strategy
-Denominational Engagement
Engage with the Evangelical Covenant Church at local, regional, and national levels (covchurch.org)
Pursue or maintain credentialing within the denomination
-Additional Responsibilities
Officiate weddings, funerals, baptisms, and special services
Help develop and implement church policies and procedures
Communicate regularly with the congregation (email, social media, etc.)
Participate in church-wide events and key ministry activities

-Qualifications
Strong, growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ
Alignment with Eastridge Church’s beliefs, mission, and values
Proven experience in pastoral leadership and preaching
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and develop leaders
Excellent communication and relational skills
Theological training or equivalent ministry experience
Willingness to pursue credentialing with the Evangelical Covenant Church

What We’re Looking For
A shepherd who loves people deeply
A leader who casts vision with clarity and conviction
A communicator who teaches God’s Word with passion and relevance
A team builder who develops others and multiplies leaders
A servant leader who models humility, integrity, and faithfulness

How to Apply
Please submit your resume, a brief statement of faith, a cover letter and a link to a recent sermon by May 29, 2026. Info@eastridgechurch.org