Lead Pastor - Berean Bible Church (Grand Island, NE)

Lead Pastor Job Description

PURPOSE

To glorify the Lord Jesus Christ by faithfully shepherding the people of Berean Bible Church through the ministry of the Word, prayer, leadership development, and spiritual oversight, in partnership with the Elder Board.

I. ACCOUNTABILITY – The Lead Pastor is accountable to the Elder Board of Berean Bible Church.

• He will serve as a member of the Elder Board and work collaboratively within a plurality of

elders.

• He will work alongside ministry leaders and volunteers to advance the mission of the

church.

II. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Ministry of the Word and Prayer

The Lead Pastor will devote himself primarily to prayer and the faithful teaching of Scripture

(Acts 6:4).

Responsibilities include:

• Diligent study of Scripture.

• Expository preaching through books of the Bible.

• Preaching approximately 45 Sundays per year (adjustments may be made with Elder

approval).

• Biblically sound and Christ-centered teaching in other settings as appropriate.

The pulpit ministry should aim to build up the body, unify faith, and present every believer mature in Christ (Ephesians 4:11–13).

2. Equipping and Leadership Development

The Lead Pastor is called to equip the saints for the work of ministry (Ephesians 4:12).

He will:

• Promote and model discipleship.

• Identify, mentor, and develop emerging leaders (including elders, deacons, and ministry

leaders).

• Encourage multiplication of ministry responsibility throughout the body.

• Foster a culture of spiritual growth and service. He will intentionally invest in faithful men who are able to teach others also (2 Timothy 2:2).

3. Shepherding and Pastoral Care 

As an undershepherd of Christ, the Lead Pastor will lovingly care for the Flock (1 Peter 5:1–3).

This includes: