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About Us
God has blessed First Christian Church (FCC) in Evansville, Indiana for 158 years. Succession is a natural and healthy part of every organization. Each of us as members of FCC play an important role in God’s story here in Evansville, and Lord willing, a story that will continue long after we are gone. FCC is now seeking a Lead Pastor.
Who are we looking for?
- We are looking for a man who is Biblically qualified for Church leadership; and has the character, calling, desired educational background, experience, and skills to help lead FCC.
- We are looking for someone who loves our basic vision, mission, values, and aligns with our statements of faith.
- We are looking for someone who will add to our leadership team in such a way as to amplify and multiply FCC’s ministries.
- We are looking for someone to build on the foundation that has been laid here at FCC.
- We are looking for someone willing to move to Evansville, make it home, and truly invest in our community.
- We are looking for a dynamic communicator that will help us know and love the Word of God while challenging not-yet and new believers to take steps of faith and helping all of us grow closer to Jesus in practical ways.
Lead Pastor Profile
Education
- Combination of life/position experience and education commensurate to perform the necessary duties of Lead Pastor
- Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Ministry from a Restoration Movement College/University (Emphasis on Preaching desired)
- Preferred: Graduate degree from a Restoration Movement Seminary.
- Preferred: Ordained as a Minister by a Restoration Movement church.
Experience
- Minimum: 3-5 years of Ministry experience (preaching with some age group).
- Preferred: 3-5 years of experience effectively leading a Restoration Movement church..
- Staff Development Background.
- Able to discern strengths and weaknesses of staff.
- Notable experience as a mentor, disciple, and coach,
- Church size and/or organizational complexity.
- Experience must be from a Restoration Movement church
- Leadership Approach
- A humble, sacrificial, servant leader.
- Continually seeking to grow and develop his team.
- Team leader oriented.
- Deals effectively with conflict.
- Has experience with, and is supportive of elder leadership structure.
Evangelism
- Heart for and evidence of personal and corporate evangelism.
Marriage/Family
- Married.
- 30-50 years old.
- Demonstrates priority of marriage and family over ministry.
- Proven strong marriage.
Theological Perspective
- Commitment to the inerrancy of Scripture.
- Willingness to embrace FCC’s Statements of Faith.
- Embraces FCC’s Core Values.
Preaching
- Experienced and talented expositional-style preacher with the ability to provide topical preaching as needed.
- Proven ability to discern the needs of a congregation, plan out sermon series, and teach/preach accordingly.
Vision/Direction
- Proven experience in casting God-given vision and leading subsequent execution.
- Proven ability to successfully implement change.
- Understanding that the Lead Pastor is a member of the Elder team shaping the vision and direction of the church.
Understanding of the Church
- Ability to clearly define and biblically support a given approach to corporate worship.
- Possesses a clear biblical understanding of the role of elder/pastor and deacon within the church.
- Understands the theological and practical importance of the church.
Communication Skills
- Must have exceptional communication skills.
- In preaching/teaching.
- In change management.
- In vision and direction.
- In conflict communication.
- Transparency in sharing weaknesses and strengths with congregation.
- Ability to listen to ministry team, elders, congregation and outside Godly counsel and discern wisdom and truth.
Reputation
- High standard for Godly conduct and wisdom.
- Integrity and consistency in both word and deed.
- Model for congregation to follow.
- Solid standing in the community where he lives.
Personality
- Personality must fit the personality of FCC Evansville.
- Personality must fit the existing pastoral team (good chemistry).
- Man of courage who follows Spirit-led convictions.
- Self-motivated.
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To Apply
Please email/send resume, cover letter, and references to Dan Koch dakoch1963@gmail.com or send to Attn: Dan Koch, First Christian Church, 2845 Beaumont Dr., Evansville, IN 47725