Lead Pastor / Pastoral Elder Position
Church: First Church of Christ Philipsburg
Address: 1437 Tyrone Pike
City: Philipsburg
State: PA
Zip: 16866
What we are looking for: Pulpit
Job Type: Full Time
Church Phone#: (814) 342-0542
Contact person: Jerry Pedigree
Contact Phone # if different: (814)441-1845
Contact Email: philipsburgfirstchurchofchrist@gmail.com
Church Website: https://www.fcocpa.org/
Ministry Description: About You:
You are a spiritually mature, biblically grounded shepherd called to lead with humility, conviction, and grace. You meet the scriptural qualifications of an Elder and are committed to living a life that reflects the character, integrity, and servant-hearted leadership described in the New Testament.
You are a gifted preacher and teacher who handles the Word of God faithfully and communicates it with clarity, sincerity, and authority. You have a heart for pastoral care, offering biblical counsel, encouragement, and prayer to those in need. You are relational and compassionate, eager to foster meaningful connections within the church body and across the broader community.
You value team leadership and thrive in an elder-led church structure, working collaboratively with fellow Elders in governance, spiritual oversight, and shepherding. You are passionate about evangelism and discipleship, committed to helping people fall in love with Jesus and grow in their faith. You also promote unity within the wider Church while upholding sound doctrine with grace and conviction.
About the Job:
First Church of Christ, is seeking a Lead Pastor / Pastoral Elder to serve within an elder-led, nondenominational church. Located in Philipsburg, Pennsylvania the church exists to glorify God and help people fall in love with Jesus through worship, service, fellowship, discipleship, and evangelism.
The Lead Pastor will serve as a member of the Elder team, sharing in spiritual oversight, governance, and shepherding responsibilities. This role combines strong biblical preaching, intentional pastoral care, active evangelism, and collaborative leadership.
Currently, the congregation gathers for one Sunday services averaging approximately 50 attendees. The 9:30 AM service blends traditional hymns with contemporary worship. The service includes worship, communion, and a weekly sermon.
The Lead Pastor is accountable to the Elder Board and serves as an ex-officio member of the church board.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
Teaching & Preaching
Serve on the Teaching Team and assist in planning the annual sermon calendar.
Preach Sunday morning sermons.
Faithfully preach and teach Scripture as a servant messenger approved and entrusted by God.
Provide biblical instruction and spiritual guidance to the congregation.
Pastoral Care & Connections
Shepherd and care for members through visitation (sick, homebound, hospitalized).
Administer the Lord’s Supper as needed.
Offer biblical counseling and spiritual guidance.
Pray regularly for and with members regarding spiritual and physical needs.
Preside over baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
Support members who may be struggling spiritually or morally.
Faithfully participates in and assists with the weekly observance of communion.
Evangelism & Community Engagement
Lead the church’s evangelism team.
Model spiritual growth, stewardship, and Christian maturity.
Share the gospel within the broader community.
Elder Leadership & Governance
Serve as a Pastoral Elder with full responsibilities equal to other Elders.
Attend Elder meetings twice a month and monthly church board meetings.
Provide regular written reports to the board.
Share accountability for oversight of the church’s beliefs and governance.
Serve as an ex-officio member of the church board.
Qualifications:
Spiritual & Personal
Strong, growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ
Demonstrated spiritual maturity and integrity
Alignment with the church’s beliefs and values
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in theology, ministry, or related field (preferred)
Proven experience in pastoral ministry or church leadership
Skills & Abilities
Excellent communication and public speaking skills
Strong leadership and team-building ability
Effective interpersonal and counseling skills
Organizational and administrative competence
Strong proficiency with technology, digital tools, and software
You are a spiritually mature, biblically grounded shepherd called to lead with humility, conviction, and grace. You meet the scriptural qualifications of an Elder and are committed to living a life that reflects the character, integrity, and servant-hearted leadership described in the New Testament.
You are a gifted preacher and teacher who handles the Word of God faithfully and communicates it with clarity, sincerity, and authority. You have a heart for pastoral care, offering biblical counsel, encouragement, and prayer to those in need. You are relational and compassionate, eager to foster meaningful connections within the church body and across the broader community.
You value team leadership and thrive in an elder-led church structure, working collaboratively with fellow Elders in governance, spiritual oversight, and shepherding. You are passionate about evangelism and discipleship, committed to helping people fall in love with Jesus and grow in their faith. You also promote unity within the wider Church while upholding sound doctrine with grace and conviction.
About the Job:
First Church of Christ, is seeking a Lead Pastor / Pastoral Elder to serve within an elder-led, nondenominational church. Located in Philipsburg, Pennsylvania the church exists to glorify God and help people fall in love with Jesus through worship, service, fellowship, discipleship, and evangelism.
The Lead Pastor will serve as a member of the Elder team, sharing in spiritual oversight, governance, and shepherding responsibilities. This role combines strong biblical preaching, intentional pastoral care, active evangelism, and collaborative leadership.
Currently, the congregation gathers for one Sunday services averaging approximately 50 attendees. The 9:30 AM service blends traditional hymns with contemporary worship. The service includes worship, communion, and a weekly sermon.
The Lead Pastor is accountable to the Elder Board and serves as an ex-officio member of the church board.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
Teaching & Preaching
Serve on the Teaching Team and assist in planning the annual sermon calendar.
Preach Sunday morning sermons.
Faithfully preach and teach Scripture as a servant messenger approved and entrusted by God.
Provide biblical instruction and spiritual guidance to the congregation.
Pastoral Care & Connections
Shepherd and care for members through visitation (sick, homebound, hospitalized).
Administer the Lord’s Supper as needed.
Offer biblical counseling and spiritual guidance.
Pray regularly for and with members regarding spiritual and physical needs.
Preside over baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
Support members who may be struggling spiritually or morally.
Faithfully participates in and assists with the weekly observance of communion.
Evangelism & Community Engagement
Lead the church’s evangelism team.
Model spiritual growth, stewardship, and Christian maturity.
Share the gospel within the broader community.
Elder Leadership & Governance
Serve as a Pastoral Elder with full responsibilities equal to other Elders.
Attend Elder meetings twice a month and monthly church board meetings.
Provide regular written reports to the board.
Share accountability for oversight of the church’s beliefs and governance.
Serve as an ex-officio member of the church board.
Qualifications:
Spiritual & Personal
Strong, growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ
Demonstrated spiritual maturity and integrity
Alignment with the church’s beliefs and values
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in theology, ministry, or related field (preferred)
Proven experience in pastoral ministry or church leadership
Skills & Abilities
Excellent communication and public speaking skills
Strong leadership and team-building ability
Effective interpersonal and counseling skills
Organizational and administrative competence
Strong proficiency with technology, digital tools, and software