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Lead Pastor Job Description- Summit Church
Position Details Position Title:
Lead Pastor
Reports To:
Ministry Advisory Team
Employment Type:
Full-Time or Bi-Vocational (based on candidate availability and mutual agreement)
Position Summary Summit Church is prayerfully seeking a Christ-centered, servant-hearted pastor who is called to shepherd, equip, and lead our church into its next season of gospel impact. The Lead Pastor will provide spiritual leadership, biblical teaching, and vision in alignment with the mission and values of Summit Church. This individual will serve as both a faithful teacher of God’s Word and a relational leader who loves people and leads with humility.
Responsibilities
Preaching and Teaching
Prepare and deliver weekly Bible-based sermons that are engaging, doctrinally sound, and applicable to daily life
Teach the whole counsel of God’s Word with clarity and conviction
Equip the church to grow in spiritual maturity and biblical understanding
Shepherding and Discipleship
Model Christ-like leadership, humility, and integrity
Provide pastoral care, counseling, and spiritual guidance to individuals and families
Lead or oversee discipleship pathways and spiritual formation initiatives
Leadership and Vision
Cast and implement a God-honoring vision for the church’s mission, ministries, and outreach
Work in partnership with ministry leaders, staff, and volunteers to cultivate a healthy, growing church culture
Foster unity and teamwork across all ministries and age groups
Administration and Oversight
Oversee church operations with support from the Ministry Advisory Team
Help guide decisions related to planning, budgets, and ministry development
Ensure the church is effectively reaching the community while maintaining organizational health
Qualifications
A clear and compelling call to pastoral ministry
A deep personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a life that exemplifies the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23)
Strong preaching and teaching abilities rooted in Scripture
Relational and approachable, with strong interpersonal and communication skills
A team builder who values collaboration, humility, and servant leadership
Seminary degree or equivalent theological training preferred
Alignment with the beliefs, values, and constitution & Bylaws of Summit Church
Willingness to live in and engage with the local community
How to Apply Please submit the following materials to pastorsearch@summitpetal.org:
Resume
Cover letter explaining your interest and calling
References
Links to sermons or teaching samples
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Position Details Position Title:
Lead Pastor
Reports To:
Ministry Advisory Team
Employment Type:
Full-Time or Bi-Vocational (based on candidate availability and mutual agreement)
Position Summary Summit Church is prayerfully seeking a Christ-centered, servant-hearted pastor who is called to shepherd, equip, and lead our church into its next season of gospel impact. The Lead Pastor will provide spiritual leadership, biblical teaching, and vision in alignment with the mission and values of Summit Church. This individual will serve as both a faithful teacher of God’s Word and a relational leader who loves people and leads with humility.
Responsibilities
Preaching and Teaching
Prepare and deliver weekly Bible-based sermons that are engaging, doctrinally sound, and applicable to daily life
Teach the whole counsel of God’s Word with clarity and conviction
Equip the church to grow in spiritual maturity and biblical understanding
Shepherding and Discipleship
Model Christ-like leadership, humility, and integrity
Provide pastoral care, counseling, and spiritual guidance to individuals and families
Lead or oversee discipleship pathways and spiritual formation initiatives
Leadership and Vision
Cast and implement a God-honoring vision for the church’s mission, ministries, and outreach
Work in partnership with ministry leaders, staff, and volunteers to cultivate a healthy, growing church culture
Foster unity and teamwork across all ministries and age groups
Administration and Oversight
Oversee church operations with support from the Ministry Advisory Team
Help guide decisions related to planning, budgets, and ministry development
Ensure the church is effectively reaching the community while maintaining organizational health
Qualifications
A clear and compelling call to pastoral ministry
A deep personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a life that exemplifies the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23)
Strong preaching and teaching abilities rooted in Scripture
Relational and approachable, with strong interpersonal and communication skills
A team builder who values collaboration, humility, and servant leadership
Seminary degree or equivalent theological training preferred
Alignment with the beliefs, values, and constitution & Bylaws of Summit Church
Willingness to live in and engage with the local community
How to Apply Please submit the following materials to pastorsearch@summitpetal.org:
Resume
Cover letter explaining your interest and calling
References
Links to sermons or teaching samples
#J-18808-Ljbffr