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Lead Pastor - First Christian Church (Port Orchard, WA)
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Lead Pastor – First Christian Church (Port Orchard, WA)
FCC (First Christian Church) (https://fccportorchard.com) is excitedly looking for our next lead pastor to shepherd our amazing church into its future phase of sustained growth, discipleship, and community Gospel saturation. This is an exciting opportunity for the right Pastor to lead in a growing church, work within an unchurched community that is hungry for the Gospel (the mission is alive and ready to thrive here), grow relationships with multiple churches in our community (Kingdom Perspective), and explore ministry endeavors rarely seen in other communities. Plus, you’d get to live in or around Port Orchard, one of the most beautiful communities in the United States.
There is boating (lakes and the Puget Sound), hiking, fishing, walking in the parks, hanging out in downtown, trips to Seattle, and so much more. There is a lot to see and do here.
The Big Picture First Christian Church (we just say “FCC”) gets its name from being the first church planted in the Kitsap County area. Our church has been going for the last 138 years (literally settled by covered wagon). We are a modern, multi‑generational, non‑denominational church that has been rebuilt over the years to reach our community well. As a church, we love the Bible and love Jesus, but we don’t fight over the small arguments of theology. Our message is the Gospel and seeking a relationship with Christ. Our congregation is made up of people from different backgrounds, Christian traditions, churched and unchurched alike, and we appreciate the diversity and love our people and community well.
Currently, we meet in a building that supports 5 different churches. We are very Kingdom Perspective oriented and love working with multiple churches and organizations within our community.
Our current Lead Pastor has been with us for several years and has helped us transition through difficult times. He has been great and we don’t want to see him go, but because of some health issues (severe environmental allergies), he unfortunately needs to move to another state. While he is here, he is still leading and helping in our search for a new pastor and is excited to meet and help whoever God might send to fill this role. He has a heart to transition well and get our new pastor set up in the best possible way (anyone applying will find a friend and advocate in him). Should you be our next lead pastor, we will love you as fervently as we have our current pastor.
What We’re Looking For We are looking for a pastor with some experience under his belt. Someone with education, a confirmed call on his life, a confident pastor, strong in faith and in character, wise, personable, and relationally focused. A pastor who can sustain what has been built in the church while lovingly growing to the future through discipleship and relationship. A true follower of the Word, committed to its upholding, teaching, and application. A good communicator and a leader who has a heart for reaching the community of lost while working together with local churches and Christians in service to the needs of the church and community.
Qualifications
A dedicated follower of Jesus (this should be obvious, but it unfortunately needs to be said. Please don’t apply if you aren’t a believer, a Christian, and an active follower).
A Pastor who can sustain the foundation already built and grow the church through discipleship.
A Pastor who can preach with efficacy and truth at least 43 times per year.
A Pastor who is Kingdom‑minded (wants all churches to succeed).
A Pastor with at least 5 years of full‑time ministry (in Church or Para‑Min) experience.
A Pastor who is comfortable in their call to ministry (they know who they are, what they are called to, and can explain their call).
A Pastor who has a heart for the unchurched – none’s, doing’s, and some’s.
A Pastor who is a strong leader, yet calm, steady, and sure.
A Pastor who lives out what they preach (don’t just say it on stage and not live it).
A Pastor with ministry education and experience in Biblical application (Bachelor’s degree or Master’s; some experience can substitute).
A Pastor who leads the team with servant leadership, is excited about groups, and guides individual growth of the teams, elders, and congregation.
A Pastor who is an overseer and vision caster.
Benefits
A competitive compensation and benefits package (three weeks vacation starting, $68k+ starting salary (Negotiable depending on education and experience and includes Fed Housing Allowance at over half of salary), $10K HSA, PTO, Family Recompense Time, etc.).
A dedicated staff and leadership team.
An incredible congregation who is loving, supportive, and eager to learn and grow.
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 Lead Pastor for FCC?
Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Lead Pastor at FCC.
In just a few sentences give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine of FCC.
Please send your resume, the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online sermon to Jason@LancasterSearch.com.
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There is boating (lakes and the Puget Sound), hiking, fishing, walking in the parks, hanging out in downtown, trips to Seattle, and so much more. There is a lot to see and do here.
The Big Picture First Christian Church (we just say “FCC”) gets its name from being the first church planted in the Kitsap County area. Our church has been going for the last 138 years (literally settled by covered wagon). We are a modern, multi‑generational, non‑denominational church that has been rebuilt over the years to reach our community well. As a church, we love the Bible and love Jesus, but we don’t fight over the small arguments of theology. Our message is the Gospel and seeking a relationship with Christ. Our congregation is made up of people from different backgrounds, Christian traditions, churched and unchurched alike, and we appreciate the diversity and love our people and community well.
Currently, we meet in a building that supports 5 different churches. We are very Kingdom Perspective oriented and love working with multiple churches and organizations within our community.
Our current Lead Pastor has been with us for several years and has helped us transition through difficult times. He has been great and we don’t want to see him go, but because of some health issues (severe environmental allergies), he unfortunately needs to move to another state. While he is here, he is still leading and helping in our search for a new pastor and is excited to meet and help whoever God might send to fill this role. He has a heart to transition well and get our new pastor set up in the best possible way (anyone applying will find a friend and advocate in him). Should you be our next lead pastor, we will love you as fervently as we have our current pastor.
What We’re Looking For We are looking for a pastor with some experience under his belt. Someone with education, a confirmed call on his life, a confident pastor, strong in faith and in character, wise, personable, and relationally focused. A pastor who can sustain what has been built in the church while lovingly growing to the future through discipleship and relationship. A true follower of the Word, committed to its upholding, teaching, and application. A good communicator and a leader who has a heart for reaching the community of lost while working together with local churches and Christians in service to the needs of the church and community.
Qualifications
A dedicated follower of Jesus (this should be obvious, but it unfortunately needs to be said. Please don’t apply if you aren’t a believer, a Christian, and an active follower).
A Pastor who can sustain the foundation already built and grow the church through discipleship.
A Pastor who can preach with efficacy and truth at least 43 times per year.
A Pastor who is Kingdom‑minded (wants all churches to succeed).
A Pastor with at least 5 years of full‑time ministry (in Church or Para‑Min) experience.
A Pastor who is comfortable in their call to ministry (they know who they are, what they are called to, and can explain their call).
A Pastor who has a heart for the unchurched – none’s, doing’s, and some’s.
A Pastor who is a strong leader, yet calm, steady, and sure.
A Pastor who lives out what they preach (don’t just say it on stage and not live it).
A Pastor with ministry education and experience in Biblical application (Bachelor’s degree or Master’s; some experience can substitute).
A Pastor who leads the team with servant leadership, is excited about groups, and guides individual growth of the teams, elders, and congregation.
A Pastor who is an overseer and vision caster.
Benefits
A competitive compensation and benefits package (three weeks vacation starting, $68k+ starting salary (Negotiable depending on education and experience and includes Fed Housing Allowance at over half of salary), $10K HSA, PTO, Family Recompense Time, etc.).
A dedicated staff and leadership team.
An incredible congregation who is loving, supportive, and eager to learn and grow.
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 Lead Pastor for FCC?
Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Lead Pastor at FCC.
In just a few sentences give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine of FCC.
Please send your resume, the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online sermon to Jason@LancasterSearch.com.
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