Pastor

Grace Covenant Church, a non-denominational congregation established in 1990, is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. With an average Sunday attendance of 65, our church is a devoted community of small families, older couples, and single adults. As a conservative evangelical congregation, we are steadfastly committed to biblical orthodoxy, traditional worship, and meaningful outreach to the surrounding neighborhoods. For further information, please visit our website at GraceCovenantCharlotte.com.
Position Overview
• Title: Pastor
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Reporting Structure: Accountable to the Board of Elders
Principal Responsibilities
• Preaching: Deliver expository sermons each Sunday, expounding the Scriptures with clarity, fidelity, and reverence.
• Pastoral Care: Provide spiritual oversight and compassionate shepherding to the congregation, fostering spiritual growth and unity.
• Leadership: Serve as an elder, collaborating with four fellow elders to provide strategic and spiritual direction for the church.
• Board Involvement: Actively participate in the deliberations and decisions of the Board of Elders.
Qualifications
• Educational Requirements: A Master of Theology (ThM) or a Master of Divinity (MDiv) or a Master of Arts in Biblical Studies (MABS) from a well-recognized accredited seminary is required.
• Ordination: Candidates must be ordained.
• Experience: A minimum of five years of pastoral or related ministry experience.
• Doctrinal Alignment: Full adherence to the conservative evangelical statement of faith of Grace Covenant Church.
• Core Competencies: Exceptional expository preaching and teaching skills, with a demonstrated ability to communicate biblical truths effectively.
Congregational Values
• Social Stance: We uphold a conservative, biblically grounded position on social issues.
• Worship Style: Traditional and engaging, marked by reverence, scriptural focus, and sincerity.
• Vision for Growth: A measured, conservative approach prioritizing spiritual maturity and faithfulness.
• Community Engagement: A commitment to purposeful outreach and ministry to the neighborhoods of Charlotte.
Compensation and Benefits
• Salary: Competitive, determined based on the candidate’s experience and educational qualifications. Range from $85,000 to $125,000.
• Benefits: Comprehensive package including health insurance and a retirement plan.
• Vacation: Three weeks per year.
• Continuing Education: An allowance is provided to support ongoing professional and theological development.
Application Procedure
Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following materials:
• A comprehensive résumé
• Video recordings of three recent sermons
• A list of professional references
Applications should be directed to Daren McGrew at GracePastorD@gmail.com
Invitation to Serve
Grace Covenant Church seeks a Senior Pastor who is deeply committed to preaching the Word of God, shepherding His people, and leading with integrity and humility. If you feel called to serve our congregation and advance our mission in the Charlotte community, we invite your immediate application.