Website Sterling Evangelical Bible Church

About Us

Sterling Evangelical Bible Church (SEBC) is seeking a senior pastor. SEBC is led by a plurality of elders and a body of deacons. Because of his calling, gifts, education, training, and preaching ability, the pastor is expected to provide leadership within the Board of Elders and the church at-large. The current leadership strives to be shepherd leaders who lead in a fashion that promotes willing, eager, and joyful following.

The worship at SEBC consists of music, giving, times of prayer throughout the service, communion, and teaching. SEBC enjoys a blended style of worship implemented in a well-organized worship schedule. New ideas are considered by the worship ministry team leader in consultation with the pastor. We warmly welcome visitors to worship with us.

Sterling Evangelical Bible Church is 139 years old. Originally established as an Evangelical Mennonite church, SEBC still enjoys good traditions stemming from that heritage. However, SEBC is now an independent church, not currently affiliated with any conference. Doctrine We strongly encourage candidates to view SEBC’s complete Statement of Faith Statement of Faith, accessible on the church website: Sterling WebSite SEBC is an independent and unaffiliated church.

The Best Candidate for Us

Must be a male, born-again believer, not divorced, who meets the qualifications for eldership described in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9.
Would be a continuing student of God’s Word with a vibrant spiritual and family life.
Would be passionate about preaching the Word of God with an emphasis on the Gospel message.
Would be a skilled leader with an aptitude for corporate preaching as well as personal discipleship.
Be in agreement with the SEBC Statement of Faith.
Would be excited to get involved in the local communities and help our church evangelize the lost and meet needs.
Would have seminary training with a degree in a Bible related field (preferred, not required).
Would have a youthful spirit and would like the opportunity for a long tenure (preferred).

You Should Know that We

Believe the Bible is the inerrant Word of God.
Are a rural, agricultural, multigenerational congregation with a long history.
Enjoy a blended Sunday morning worship service with approximately 100 people in attendance.
Emphasize the following ministries: children’s AWANA club, adult and children’s Sunday school, and missions with a desire to grow Bible studies for the congregation.

Our Lead Pastor Will Be Expected To

Train disciples and guide the church with the elders.
Preach and teach the whole counsel of God.
Provide counseling and conduct weddings, funerals, baptism of new believers, home visitation and other church activities.