Lead Minister

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The Lead Minister at North Central Church of Christ is first and foremost called to the ministry of the Word. The central responsibility of this role is the faithful, thoughtful, and compelling proclamation of Scripture, particularly through Sunday morning preaching.

The Lead Minister serves alongside the elders and staff to support the spiritual growth of the congregation, but the primary vocational focus of this position is preaching that is biblically grounded, carefully prepared, and pastorally applied.

Job Requirements

1. Prepare and deliver biblically faithful, Christ-centered sermons each Sunday morning, giving this responsibility the highest priority in weekly planning and preparation.
2. Invest significant time in study, prayer, and reflection to ensure preaching that is both theologically sound and spiritually formative.
3. Partner with the elders to discern, articulate, and advance a clear vision for the church's mission and growth. 
4. Provide biblical instruction through Bible classes, special studies, and other teaching opportunities as needed. 
5. Maintain regular office hours at the church building to support study, preparation, and availability to the congregation.
6. Build authentic relationships through presence, visitation, and pastoral care, especially during times of illness or crisis.
7. Support the Associate Minister in his work.
8. Provide counseling, officiate weddings and funerals, and follow up with visitors as needed.
9. Participate in weekly elders’ meetings.
10. Provide day-to-day leadership for the church’s staff and office operations. This includes leading weekly staff meetings, coordinating ministry activities, and working with the part-time administrative staff to ensure that the church office functions in an organized, hospitable, and effective manner.

Application Information

Send resumes to: elders@nc3family.org or contact the office at 812-332-2248